Baboon
Baboon Teeth: Everything You Need to Know
When we think of animals with long, sharp teeth, baboons do not typically come to mind. However, some baboons have…
Baboon
When we think of animals with long, sharp teeth, baboons do not typically come to mind. However, some baboons have…
Catfish
There are over 3,000 recognized species of catfish, ranging in size from the pygmy corydoras (Corydoras pygmaeus), which grows to…
Sandhill Crane
Sandhill cranes (Antigone canadensis) are large, migratory wading birds that live and breed in open habitats across North America. They…
Dogs
Most pet owners love to cuddle their pups. We know every marking and spot on our furry friends’ bodies. While…
Dog Facts
Mastiffs are among the oldest dog breeds in the world, with roots that go back thousands of years. However, did…
Wild Boar
The wild boar (Sus scrofa) is a relative of the pig. It is native to Eurasia and North Africa but…
Pig
There’s no denying that baby pigs are adorable, but did you know they are also incredibly intelligent? Some experts believe…
Moth
When many of us think of moths, we think of drab little insects that flit around light bulbs at night.…
Butterflies
There are nearly 20,000 butterfly species divided into six families. They are spread across every continent except for Antarctica. Among…
Whales
Have you ever seen a picture or a video of a whale jumping out of the water? If you have,…
Panda
Giant pandas are an evolutionary mystery when it comes to their diets. Although pandas are herbivores, their guts are more…
Fish
Some fish species, such as sharks, rays, and skates, can detect electrical signals, but it is much rarer for a…
Squirrel
Baby squirrels are some of the smallest mammal babies in the animal kingdom, but they don’t remain helpless for long.…
Turtles
Baby turtles are some of the cutest shelled animals on Earth. However, did you know that sea turtles usually hatch…
Monkey
Between the Old World, which includes Africa and Asia, and the New World, which includes Mexico and Central and South…
Platypus
Did you know that platypuses were thought to be a hoax when they were first discovered? People thought they were…
Armadillo
Nine-banded armadillos (Dasypus novemcinctus) are the only armadillo species inhabiting the United States. Once found only in the southwest, armadillos…
Kangaroo Facts
Kangaroos are the largest marsupials in the world. Marsupials are a type of mammal that have a pouch where the…
Hippopotamus
The common hippo is native to the sub-Saharan regions of Africa. Baby hippos are undoubtedly some of the cutest semiaquatic…
Crocodile
Crocodiles are probably not the first animals that come to mind when you think of the word “cute.” However, we…
Chimpanzee
Baby chimpanzees are some of the cutest babies in the animal kingdom. Newborns are only around 4 pounds at birth,…
Shark
There are more than 500 recognized shark species living today. Sharks can be found in all of the world’s oceans,…
Penguin
Penguins are flightless birds found primarily on the coasts and islands of Antarctica, South America, Australia, New Zealand, and Africa.…
Shark
When we think about sharks, most of us instantly think of the ocean. However, some shark species live in freshwater…
Guinea Pig
One of the trickiest aspects of adopting a new guinea pig is coming up with the perfect name for your…
Polar Bear
Polar bears are not only the largest bears, but they are also the largest land predators in the world. So,…
Birds
What is a cool bird? Cool types of birds can be beautiful birds, uncommon birds, or even the weirdest birds.…
Dogs
Dogs were believed to have been first domesticated over 20,000 years ago, and they’ve since come to fill several important…
Ostrich
The ostrich is the planet’s largest living bird species. Ostriches can reach up to 9 feet tall and weigh upwards…
Dogs
Many people have owned or known big dogs, from the gentle giant Great Danes to the sweet-tempered, bear-sized Newfoundlands. Some…
Cardinal
When most people mention cardinals, they’re referring to one specific type of cardinal: the northern cardinal. Known for its distinctive…
Guinea Pig
Originally domesticated from an extinct wild species from South America, there are no guinea pigs in the wild today. They…
Birds
Birds are some of the most beautiful creatures on Earth, but they can also be some of the most expensive…
Squirrel
We usually think of squirrels as small rodents with big bushy tails. They can be found on all of the…
Spider
The aptly named Goliath tarantula is the world’s largest spider. With the terrifying nickname “bird-eating spider,” the Goliath tarantula may…
Guinea Pig
Guinea pigs are popular pets worldwide. They are gentle, social, and affectionate. Their care is relatively easy, but their dietary…
Birds
Bright colors are not usually considered a good evolutionary trait. They can make prey stand out and prevent predators from…
Insects
Armyworms are a threat to any ecosystem where they’re found. Yet, why are armyworms so bad? These insects travel in…
Cassowary
Are dinosaurs still alive today? Jurassic Park is just a movie, but if you’ve ever seen a cassowary’s helmet-like crest…
Whales
Of all the animals on land and in the sea, there is none heavier than the blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus).…
Fish
Grunion are two species of small, silver fish. The Gulf grunion and the California grunion can only be found on…
Articles
In December, Christmas is celebrated around the world. The holiday means different things for different cultures. Despite these differences, we…
Snail
With more than 40,000 species of snail in the world today, it is no surprise that they have diverse sizes…
Cats
Many believe one year of a cat’s life is the equivalent of seven human years. However, this myth has no…
Articles
Volcanoes are a risky place to call home. Humankind has daringly settled near many of these explosive environments. So have…
Spider
We tend to think any tiny creature with a bunch of legs is a bug or an insect. For most…
Spider
Many people are afraid of spiders, particularly large spiders. Or worse — spiders that can jump. However, jumping spiders are…
Dinosaurs
Other than the gigantic bones they left behind, dinosaurs are lost to history. Yet, they still exert a powerful hold…
Animals
Russian Blues are as smart as they are beautiful. One of the most intelligent of all cat breeds, the Russian…