Emmanuel Kingsley
Author for A-Z Animals

Elephant tusks were a symbol of respect and stature in ancient African communities, and as time went by, their value grew immensely. The rising demand for ivory to make jewelry… Read More

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Elephants are social creatures, known to communicate and express affection by touching their trunks or swishing tails. Every body part is essential to pass the right message across, especially since… Read More

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Elephants are intelligent creatures that have been known to express a wide range of emotions, from excitement and shyness to rage and grief. These giants are herd-oriented and always on… Read More

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As with all life forms, elephants have evolved over time from ungulates (properly so-called) to near ungulates or subungulates as they are called today. Their unusually shaped feet are quite… Read More

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To the knowledge of many people, there is a whole universe outside of earth with more planets, galaxies, and stars than we would ever know. Because the earth is ultimately… Read More

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The earth is diverse in many ways; language, culture, food, and even climate. The majority of the world's nations have distinct temperatures for a variety of scientific reasons. The Eastern… Read More

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Over the years, a lot of fascinating fossils and artifacts have been found all over the world, showing the timeline of events since the beginning of the earth’s existence. All… Read More

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As humans, no one truly knows the exact date the world was formed; the only thing we are sure of is that millions of years have passed between then and… Read More

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Key Points: Out of all the recognized snake species, only about 600 species are actually venomous, and only 200 of those have enough potency to cause significant damage to humans.… Read More

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A flag can be a country’s way of displaying its national identity and distinguishing itself from other countries. Citizens of a country may feel proud and patriotic seeing their nation’s… Read More

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Although they might not look like it because of their snake-like appearance, eels are actually fishes. These creatures are ray-finned fish belonging to the order Anguilliformes, consisting of eight suborders,… Read More

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The most popular mammals are elephants, monkeys, and humans. These animals have similar physical characteristics, such as body hair, mammary glands in females, and three bones in the ear. The… Read More

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Living on the wild side makes life more exciting. Most individuals perceive that as going on daring vacations or refusing to accept the status quo, not necessarily picking out an… Read More

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Chinchillas are among the cutest animals on the planet. They are highly sought after as pets due to their intelligent personalities, cute little noses, and lustrous soft hair coats. They… Read More

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West Virginia is one of the smallest states in the United States. The state sits in the country's southeastern part, bordered by Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Maryland. Popularly called… Read More

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The muskrat is a rodent whose body shape is very similar to that of the beaver. However, while having a similar habitat and way of life, the two are only… Read More

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The alligator gar's name may sound terrifying. Imagining one without the knowledge about its appearance may be uncomfortable, and seeing one isn't a walk in the park either. Alligator gars… Read More

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It's easy to say that you know what a chameleon is. They are green lizard-looking reptiles that often change color and camouflage in almost anything they set foot on. Chameleons… Read More

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Pomeranians are among the cutest dog breeds. They are perfect for homes as they are small enough to take anywhere and fluffy enough to cuddle with. The Pomeranian is a… Read More

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Let's face it; turtles are among the cutest sea creatures today. Yes, sea lions may look fluffier, and dolphins may seem friendlier. But have you observed sea turtles slowly walking… Read More

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The Boxer dog is one of the most unique dogs you'll ever encounter. Are they Bulldogs? No. Are they rottweilers? Also no. The Old English Bulldog and another dog known… Read More

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Anyone who sees or learns about the ostrich feels immediate awe and interest as it is an undeniably unique bird. They have numerous distinctive qualities, such as wings without the… Read More

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Deinosuchus, a large 11,000-pound prehistoric alligatoroid crocodilian, is often referred to as the largest alligator ever. Its fossils were first discovered in North Carolina in the 19th century, but the… Read More

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Great whites are one of the most terrifying and aggressive creatures of our time. They can weigh up to 5,000 pounds and grow as long as 20 feet. These sharks… Read More

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Key Points: The Leedsichthys problematicus existed about 165 million years ago in the Late Jurassic period, so it is an extinct aquatic dinosaur of the family Pachycormidae. This fish had… Read More

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Key Points: The largest great white shark ever found off Georgia’s coast was a 13-foot male shark that weighed about 1,500 pounds. Great whites are one of the largest shark… Read More

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Key Points: Sarcosuchus imperator, also known as SuperCroc, was a giant crocodile that lived around 112 million years ago during the Cretaceous period. Its body weight is estimated to have… Read More

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North Dakota is believed to be at the geographic center of North America. The Upper Midwestern State is bordered in the north by Canada, Minnesota in the east, Montana in… Read More

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