Dana Mayor
Author for A-Z Animals

Key Points Certain species covered here were once abundant but are now endangered. Some of them possess unusual beauty such as iridescent scales or vivid colors. Others possess unique distinguishing… Read More

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Key Points SAR dogs are highly intelligent with sharp eyes and a keen sense of smell. They also have to be energetic and good swimmers as well. It takes months… Read More

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Key Points Setters have one thing in common: their lovely disposition and their love of the great outdoors. There are four main sub categories of these friendly canines: the Gordon… Read More

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Key Points  Blister beetles are capable of growing up to an inch and can have bright colors of orange and yellow.  They are generally disinterested in humans since their main… Read More

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Key Points From Asia to Europe, there are horse breeds which are smaller than your average. Yet most of these horses have played a key role in the cultural landscape… Read More

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Key Points One key giveaway for canines worthy of making it onto this list is a broad skull.  However, the top spot goes to a rather surprising candidate, the gentle… Read More

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Key Points Different cat breeds are known for different temperaments. Yet it’s possible to find breeds that respond to affection. Certain breeds will even get along with little children, other… Read More

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Key Facts While water is much denser than air, certain sea creatures have evolved to move at speed through it. Their methods vary, oily secretions, aerodynamic forms, specialized muscles, and… Read More

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Key Points While most creatures in this category are avian, there are also mammals and even marine vertebrates which are capable of becoming rather attached to their partners of choice. Some… Read More

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Key Points Poisonous snakes are often colorful. They often have slit-like pupils - although there are exceptions. They often have triangular heads with a marked difference in width between their… Read More

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Key Points Both snakes have adapted to living in water and also bear a close resemblance to each other.However being able to tell them apart is crucial since cottonmouths are… Read More

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Key Facts Whether wild or domestic, cats need to eat meat to survive. A vegetarian lifestyle simply wouldn’t do. That said, it is possible to provide your pets with variety… Read More

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Key Points Melting ice caps mean that polar bears will find themselves in the same territory as grizzlies. They also spell grave danger for moose, walruses, and Arctic foxes. Climate… Read More

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Key Points Shedding occurs to enable old, damaged fur to make room for healthier fur.Some dogs have fur with a longer life cycle than others and therefore do not shed… Read More

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Key Points A wide range of pets can be found with this unique coloring across breeds.Highly intelligent and slightly bossy breeds include the Shiba Inu and the Corgi.Athletic breeds include… Read More

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Key Facts Snakes have their very own means of preparing for the colder months. Rather than stocking up on fat, they ensure they accumulate sufficient quantities of glycogen so their… Read More

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Key Points Retrievers were bred to help fetch game during the hunt.Some of them which have to fetch game in water are excellent swimmers and may even have webbed feet.They… Read More

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Key Points Grasshoppers are quite capable of biting and actually do.However, their mandibles only cause a mild discomfort.Bites should be washed with warm water and treated with calamine lotion. Have… Read More

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Key Points These brave canines help identify crime scenes.They are also used to solve abduction cases.Some dogs even get to wear specialized equipment such as tactical vests and infrared goggles.… Read More

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Key Points Local pet sanctuaries can provide you with the opportunity to adopt a guinea pig at a cheaper price.It is also possible for you to obtain these pets from… Read More

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Key Points Although American and European robins are distinct species, their diets are pretty similar.Both categories of robins love to eat invertebrates including snails, spiders, millipedes, and centipedes.They also enjoy… Read More

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Key Points Dogs with red coats have fur which mostly consists of that unique coloring.Irish Terriers come in red and red wheaten. Shiba Inus with their double coats come in red… Read More

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Key Points Some dog breeds are more suited to specific emotional issues compared to others.Labrador and Golden Retrievers can be ideal for individuals affected by chronic depression.Samoyeds, Siberian Huskies, and… Read More

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Key Points Snakes are vertebrates and possess several bones.Certain species of snakes can have as many as 400 vertebrae.Snakes don't chew. The  unique bone structure of their jaws enables them… Read More

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Key Points Various dog breeds of varying sizes come in white, cream, and ivory.Their comportment is also as varied as their appearance.Certain breeds are solely white and have no other… Read More

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Key Points The color of your tabby's fur has no bearing on its character.Only one breed of domestic feline, the Bombay, is exclusively black.Black fur will lighten somewhat when exposed… Read More

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Key Points Penguins don't have teeth. They swallow their food whole.They however swallow pebbles to help with their digestion.They also have a supraorbital gland which helps them get rid of… Read More

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Key Points Black is another common color for pet dogs.Certain breeds which come in black can be rather expensive.Whether you want a feisty little furball or a chilled out canine,… Read More

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https://a-z-animals.com/blog/10-brown-dog-breeds-brown-dog-names/ Key Points Dogs with this coat color happen to be a rather popular choice.With the color being rather common across breeds, pets on this list require varying levels of… Read More

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Key Points These large rodents tend to enjoy a very varied diet including bark, berries, buds, and roots. Depending on where they live, they  might engage in an insectivorous or… Read More

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Tree frogs eat flies, crickets, ants, and moths. Key Points In spite of their name, certain varieties of this amphibian are capable of surviving in regions which are not heavily… Read More

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Key Points Scorpions are strictly carnivorous.Certain species attack and wolf down other scorpions.Others are more intrepid and can take on bigger prey such as mice or lizards. With their eight… Read More

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Key Points  Guinea pigs' nails should be trimmed once a month.Because their nails are similar to cats', it is possible to use nail trimmers used for domestic felines for the… Read More

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Key Points Huskies hail from the frozen Arctic.They're athletic, highly intelligent, and accustomed to hiking.However, they're fiercely independent and require a great deal of grooming and a great deal of… Read More

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Key Points The adoption or purchase costs of a pet will depend on the vendor and its breed. You will also have to purchase a hutch and bedding, with the… Read More

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What Does the Blue Jay Eat? Blue jays eat beetles, grasshoppers, nuts, and seeds. Key Points Although blue jays love to eat seeds, and grains, they're also fond of eating… Read More

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Key Points Dogs may display aggressive behavior if their territory is being infringed upon.They may stand very still, growl, bark, or deliver a nose punch.Their behaviour may be triggered by… Read More

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Key Points Carnivorous by nature, centipedes love feeding on other insects and even each other. As a result, they can help to keep the population of indoor pests in check.… Read More

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Key Facts Otters have quite an appetite and love nothing better than seeking their next meal.Even though they're carnivorous, they enjoy quite a bit of variety, and avians, amphibians, or… Read More

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Key Points Guinea pigs eat more when they're pregnant.They should be kept in tranquil surroundings and fed plenty of vegetables.Their gestational period may last between 59 - 72 days. Guinea… Read More

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Key Points Guinea pigs generally have a lifespan ranging betweeen 5 - 8 years.Once they reach their fourth or fifth year, they experience a decline in energy levels.Additional signs of… Read More

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Key Points White peacocks are a fixture at weddings with plumage that is a brilliant white. In keeping with that regal appearance they not only come  with a hefty price… Read More

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Key Points Beetles eat a wide range of foods.Certain of them feed on fungi or decaying fruit.Others may feed on other insects, cotton bolls, or carpet fibers. Beetles eat a… Read More

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Key Points There are several bird species fully or partially covered with feathers  in varying shades of red.Quite frequently males often have vividly colored plumage compared to females whose feathers… Read More

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