Sumatran Orangutan Classification and Evolution The Sumatran orangutan is one of three orangutan species in Asia, and they are natively found on the Indonesian island of Sumatra (the other species… Read More
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Golden Oriole Classification and Evolution The Golden Oriole (also known as the Eurasian Oriole), is a small species of Bird found throughout Europe and western Asia. The Golden Oriole's name… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 5 years ago
Edible Frog Classification and Evolution The Edible Frog is a species of Frog found across Europe that is also known as the Common Water Frog and the Green Frog. The… Read More
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Water Vole Classification and Evolution The Water Vole is a small species of semi-aquatic rodent that is found along the riverbanks throughout the UK and Europe. They are similar in… Read More
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African Forest Elephant Classification and Evolution The African Forest Elephant is one of two Elephant subspecies on the African continent. Until recently, scientists thought they were the same species. But… Read More
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Key Points Playful, and affectionate, West Highland Terriers are also assertive, a quality they are likely to bring into their interactions with other furry housemates.They are prone to epidermal dysplasia,… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
Key Points The Tibetan Mastiff is the ancestor of Bernese Mountain Dogs, Great Pyrenees, Rottweilers, and Saint Bernards.The breed is known for its independent nature and its aggressive demeanor towards… Read More
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Key Points Eskimo dogs are actually descended from the German spitz.Eskimo dogs may suffer from Legg-Calve-Perthes syndrome.Eskimo dogs are renowned for their agility and actually got to work in circuses… Read More
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Key Points One of the biggest health issues this breed faces is gastric dilatation and volvulus, which is the scientific term for serious bloating.It is known for its laid-back demeanor… Read More
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Key Points Dogo Argentinos are extremely clever and therefore easy to train.They are also very affectionate, although they do not take well to strangers.In spite of having a short white… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
Grey reef sharks are voracious marine predators that prefer shallow waters and are among the most common sharks found in coral reef habitats throughout the Indo-Pacific region. They share many… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
“The Gerbil is the cute and lovable rodent cannibal!” Gerbils belong to a subfamily in the Rodentia order called Gerbillinae. This subfamily includes jirds. Jirds belong to different genera than… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
“The croak of a fire-bellied toad sounds a lot like a dog barking.” The fire-bellied toad lives in northeastern parts of China, North Korea, South Korea and parts of Russia.… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
“Frilled lizards can stand up and run on their hind legs” A frilled lizard also goes by the names frilled-neck lizard, frilled dragon, and frilled agama. It is known for… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
The wrasse is an animal family that is most well-known for the bright colors for is made up of brightly colored fishes. The family boasts of diversity and comprises over… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
Clumber spaniels were a favorite companion living in the castles of many royal families in the 18th and 19th centuries. Clumber spaniels are affectionate dogs with a sweet temperament. These… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
The silver dollar fish is a fish that is endemic to the rivers and tributaries of South America. Although closely related to the piranha, silver dollar fish are generally peaceful.… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
The striped rocket frog is one of the unique amphibious treasures of Australia. Known for its extraordinary leaping ability, this species makes a loud croaking sound that can be heard… Read More
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"The Sri Lankan elephant is one of the world's largest and rarest land animals." The Sri Lankan elephant is one of three subspecies of the Asian elephant. The species as… Read More
By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago
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