For hunters and people of adventure, coming across wildlife is of no surprise. Even coming across great animals such as moose, bears, or wolves doesn’t necessarily surprise them. However, being… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 3 weeks ago
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There are more than 1,000 vegetable species in the world — an astounding number, really, considering many of us don't consume more than the basics in our lifetime. Things like… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 3 months ago
Joke: What do you call a deer with no eyes? Punchline: I have no idear. Are Any Deers Actually Born With No Eyes? While it is possible for a deer… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 9 months ago
Joke: What do you call a bear with no teeth? Punchline: A gummy bear. What do you call a bear with no teeth? A gummy bear. Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 9 months ago
Joke: What do you call a fish with no eyes? Punchline: Fsh. Do Any Real-Life Fish Actually Have No Eyes? Believe it or not, there are some fish species in… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 9 months ago
Michigan is known for its proximity to the Great Lakes and abundance of freshwater lakes and rivers. These natural features make it a top destination for fishing enthusiasts from all… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 1 year ago
Key Points This is the period directly after the dinosaurs became extinct, leaving huge ecological voids ready to be filled by new species. With the loss of dinosaurs, mammals were… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Cats are some of the most elegant, loving, and precious pets you can have at home. But try asking any owner about strange behaviors. They will surely have a tale… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points There have been a number of extinction-level events throughout earth's history. These are generally the result of some cataclysmic event such as a super-volcano or asteroid strike. Many… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Digging is a common behavior in dogs that can be the result boredom, anxiety, or even temperature regulation.There are several ways to stop your dog from digging, but… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Cory catfish are a group of freshwater fish belonging to the genus Corydoras. There are over 150 recognized species native to the rivers and streams of South America. Cory catfish… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Orangutans are a group of great ape species native to Indonesian and Malaysian rainforests. Until approximately 10,000 years ago, they enjoyed a wider range throughout China and Southeast Asia. Today,… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
The green anole (Anolis carolinensis) is an arboreal lizard native to the Caribbean and Pacific islands, as well as the southeastern United States. Other common names include the Carolina anole,… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
The garden snail (Cornu aspersum) is a well-known species of land snail now found on six continents. They are a culinary delight in some regions (escargot in France, and bover… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
The bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus) is a North American freshwater fish. The species is commonly referred to as copper nose, bream, sunny, or brim. They are the state fish of Illinois… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
The beluga whale (Delphinapterus leucas) is a unique marine mammal that lives in Arctic waters. The species has earned a few common nicknames that relate to their special characteristics: Sea… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
The eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) is a subspecies of the common box turtle that is native to the eastern United States. T. c. carolina is the official state… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Inchworms are the larvae form of the Geometridae moth family. These caterpillars get their name from their peculiar method of moving. They have both front and hind appendages and seem… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points These omnivorous birds can be found in the wetlands of just about every continent with the Arctic and South America being the sole exceptions. Crane birds often have… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Bed bugs are tiny parasitic insects that belong to the genus of Cimex. They come out at night to feed on human blood, which can cause painful bites and spread… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points: While both the Frenchie and the pug stand 1 foot tall, the Frenchie can be an bit taller and 1.5 times heavier than the pug. Both breeds are… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
The fennec fox (Vulpes zerda) is a small canine native to the Sahara Desert and surrounding areas. They are the smallest canine species and have abnormally large ears to help… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points: These pups weren't bred to be cute. They were bred for specific purposes and roles in everyday (human) life. If you are looking for a large dog, you… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Wild boars are a favorite menu item for several species, a status which, in addition to life on the move, prevents them from reaching their full-size potential. That… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
The Terrier comprises a wide range of dog breeds that were originally developed to hunt vermin. The name comes from the French word terrier, which means “burrow,” a necessary activity… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Waiting to name your pet until you know a bit more about its personality can be a good idea.You can name them based on their behavior or your… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Some big birds can weigh as much as a human adult or even two average sized men.Certain of them have powerful legs and clawed feet with which they… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Dogs have been by humanity's side since before the earliest models of civilization, but it can be hard to underestimate the important roles they played in our growth as a… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Bluebirds eat Grasshoppers, crickets, beetles, ants, spiders, and other insects.If you want to leave food out for bluebirds, you can feed them meal worms, suet, sunflower hearts, softened… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Dogs in this category are an excellent example of just how varied and versatile this species is.Some of them look like real life plush toys with their chord-like… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
What Do Cardinals Eat? Cardinals eat seeds, fruits, grasshoppers, and spiders. When most people speak colloquially about cardinals, they're referring to one specific type of cardinal: the northern cardinal. Known… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points: Some herding dogs are capable of herding all kinds of livestock.Others, however, have been specifically bred to handle a certain kind, such as sheep, for example.Certain herding dogs… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Some birds are named for their likeness on cereal boxes.Others have been named for famous scientists.Other birds yet have been named for their plumage which is reminiscent of… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Goliath bird eaters can have a leg span of 12 inches.Females of the species are larger than the males.They're also longer lived too and can have a lifespan… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Guinea pigs eat a diet full of leafy greens, hay, and fruit and vegetables Key Points Guinea pigs are strictly herbivorous. They need plenty of hay to provide the nourishment… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
This is a guest post for a school project. We hope you enjoy Ellie's presentation on Asian elephants! Key Points Asian elephants are smaller than their African cousins.They live in… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Birds (with a few exceptions) do not have a bladder or a urethra and so are unable to urinate.However they do have kidneys which get rid of excess… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Brightly colored feathers can help birds identify members of their species and distract prey.Toucans' brilliantly colored bills stand out against black plumage and are especially effective when it… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Animals in this category are able to use this ability to detect objects buried in the sand. They are also able to tell the material objects are made… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Greenland sharks are opportunistic eaters that will eat fish, seabirds, seal, squid and more! Key Points Greenland sharks are drawn to decaying matter. There have been no incidents of them… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Like an invading force army worms move in large groups munching on all forms of vegetation. The damage they cause is estimated to cost millions of dollars a… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points Elephants have a gestational period of 22 months following which they birth their young live. They nurse their young for 6 months. They also have hair on their… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Sea urchins are omnivores that eat a diet that includes algae, barnacles, jellyfish, and much more! Key Points When they are not being used as a suit of armor by… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points It’s mainly a question of size with ponies being smaller than horses. The former also tend to be more robust compared to the latter. Ponies’ reputation for being… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points There are a number of animals that can sense heat, but not all see it, some can smell heat. We don't know what infrared (or ultraviolet) light actually… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
Key Points: Some animals on this list thrive near volcanoes because competition for food is rare and because of the toxicity in the area, animals have no worries about predators.… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 2 years ago
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