Animals
Hook-Nosed Sea Snake
The hook-nosed sea snake is a highly venomous species responsible for up to 90% of fatal sea snake bites. The…
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The hook-nosed sea snake is a highly venomous species responsible for up to 90% of fatal sea snake bites. The…
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Texas garter snakes provide helpful pest control for gardens and residential areas. The Texas garter snake is one of 13…
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The yellow-bellied sea snake has the largest habitat range of any snake species in the world. The yellow-bellied sea snake…
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Brahminy blindsnakes are the smallest snakes in the world. Due to their burrowing habits, Brahminy blindsnakes are often mistaken for…
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Sidewinders can reach a traveling speed of 18 mph. Also called the horn viper, horned rattlesnake, or sidewinder rattlesnake, sidewinders…
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Nose-horned vipers have potent venom. However, they are not aggressive snakes and will try to move away from a threat…
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Some people call the Goliath Tigerfish a “fish on steroids” or the African version of the piranha. But, whatever you…
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Around 35 people are bitten by these snakes each year, however there have been no recorded fatalities. The red-bellied black…
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The Asian vine snake’s long, thin tongue resembles a worm that can lure in frogs and other prey. The Asian…
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Flying snakes don’t really fly — they glide! Though they don’t fly like birds or bats, the very sight of…
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The habu snake is most famous for its use in “medicinal” habu sake (habushu), or snake wine. The habu snake,…
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The eyelash viper has a distinct set of scales above their eyes that look like bold eyelashes. The eyelash viper…
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Queen Cleopatra reportedly committed suicide by letting herself be bitten by an asp. The asp is a venomous snake native…
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When Cleopatra committed suicide in 31 B.C. it’s theorized she used this type of snake to end her life. The…
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The northern water snake is often confused for the venomous cottonmouth and the copperhead, although it is nonvenomous. The northern…
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The rough green snake loves to climb trees in pursuit of prey. The non-venomous rough green snake is quite a…
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The bushmaster snake is the world’s longest pit viper. The bushmaster is a beautiful snake, large in size, with dark…
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Brown water snakes are commonly seen with the spines of catfish they’ve eaten sticking out of their sides! Brown water…
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Joro spiders use the wind current to “balloon” on, trailing their silk threads from their body to catch themselves in…
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The Groenendael is one of four breeds that originated in Belgium. Instantly recognized by its pricked ears and luxurious black…
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The Aidi, which originates from Morocco in North Africa, is an expert at protecting herds of sheep and other livestock…
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The Polyphemus moth is named after a cyclops in Greek mythology. A member of the Saturniidae family, this large moth…
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Among the oldest and most venerable of all dog breeds, the Saluki is a smart and masterful sighthound (meaning it…
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With an appearance similar to his larger ancestors, the Siberian and Alaskan Huskies, the Alaskan Klee Kai is an active…
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The Bouvier des Flandres (pronounced “boo-vee-ay duh Flan-derz”) is a Flemish herding dog characterized by a powerful, compact body, a…
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The satanic leaf-tailed gecko’s scientific name translates to “fantastical creature with a flat tail.” One of the most spectacular examples…
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The dik-dik gets its name from the whistling sound it makes with its nose. A dik-dik is a very small…
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At any one time, the Chinese Alligator can have as many as 80 teeth in its mouth. It’s constantly losing…
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The Stabyhoun is a sporting dog breed from the Netherlands and is among the top five rarest breeds in the…
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The athletic and sporty Irish water spaniel’s breeding is almost entirely based on folklore and theory, but it is a…
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The Redbone Coonhound dates back to colonial days, but it has since made its way into the hearts of many…
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The origins of the Maltese Shih Tzu date back to the 1990s. Most of these dogs are the result of…
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Babirusas can stand up on their back hooves to reach leaves on low branches in trees. Babirusas are known for…
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Myna birds are passerines or songbirds. They don’t all belong to one species or even one genus. All of them,…
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The Chinese Shar-Pei is smart and intelligent, making it easy to train. They make great guard dogs, due to their…
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A female Nile crocodile has a special pouch in her throat where she hides her young from predators. An adult…
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Breed a Siberian Husky with an Alaskan Malamute, and you get another dog that loves the cold weather! Specifically, you…
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The fisher is secretive and difficult to find; many misconceptions about them still thrive. These misconceptions begin with the name…
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The springbok is a medium-sized antelope that roams across the African savanna in massive herds, protected from predators by sheer…
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Yorkie Bichons are a hybrid breed created by mixing a Bichon Frise with a Yorkshire Terrier. Also called Yorkshire Frises,…
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Peagles are a hybrid dog breed created by breeding a Pekingese and a Beagle. They are generally very affectionate and…
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Even for a dog, the Jackabee has an incredible sense of smell that it inherited from its fox-hunting parents. The…
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The Torkie is a crossbreed between a Yorkshire Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier. This dog belongs to the Terrier group…
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If you’re looking for a loyal and protective working or guard dog, then the Shepweiler could be the dog for…
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The Meagle, a crossbreed between Miniature Pinscher and a Beagle, is a compact-sized hound that is fun to be around…
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Breed a Golden Retriever with a Beagle, and the result is a Beago! This crossbreed originated back in the 1980s.…
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With fluffy fur, bright eyes, and incredibly alert senses, the Gerberian Shepsky is one of the most majestic designer dog…
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A Bichpoo is a lively, intelligent dog. It’s a mix between a Bichon Frise and a miniature poodle and is…
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The Cavador is a friendly and affectionate companion dog, produced from a mixture between a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and…
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Created by crossing a beagle with a Labrador retriever, the beagador is a designer dog with a sweet and playful…