Timo Holmquist
Author for A-Z Animals

Stingrays are large, mysterious sea creatures. Often wider than long, these flat cartilaginous fish make up over 200 species and are organized into eight broad scientific groupings. Basic characteristics include… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

The largest species of vultures are bigger than eagles, hawks and falcons. By its simplest definition: a vulture is a bird of prey that feeds on carrion (meat of dead… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

Cranes are large omnivorous birds that are known to perform elaborate mating dances and vocalizations. Many species exist, with large size differences between populations. With long legs and a large… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

Millipedes aren’t exactly one of the most popular animals in the world. When they are thought of, it’s usually in relation to a pest-control problem. There is a dedicated pet… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

Typically, a crow refers to several species in the genus Corvus that share common characteristics like glossy black plumage, omnivorous diets, and high intelligence. While it sports a different name,… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

Kangaroos are one of the most identifiable creatures on earth. Roos, as they’re lovingly referred to in Australia, are large, furry marsupials with powerful legs and massive tails. There are… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

Key Points A deer is a member of the Cervidae family of herbivorous mammals with characteristics including hooves and antlers typically grown by the male of the species.Pere David's deer… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

What's a seal? True seals are earless, while fur seals and sea lions both have external ears. From a taxonomic perspective (how scientists group animals) seals belong to a large… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

Squirrels belong to the family Sciuridae, which includes hundreds of species. Generally speaking, there are three varieties, ground squirrels, tree squirrels, and flying squirrels. After stacking members of each up… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

Known for their bright colors and dragon-esque faces, iguanas are mainstays in many tropical places. Although generally harmless to humans, these reptiles can also be a nuisance, often finding their… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

Salmon are key to sustaining the health of Earth’s river ecosystems; they provide food for multiple species (including humans and bears), distribute nutrients into rivers and oceans when they die,… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

With a head like a horse, a tail like a monkey, and a pouch like a kangaroo, seahorses are truly unique aquatic creatures. There are nearly 50 species scattered throughout… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago

Ah, sleep, the envy of those who can’t get it, and a rich reward for those who can. When we think about sleep, we usually imagine a luxurious bed, some… Read More

By Timo Holmquist 2 years ago