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Scorpion Picture

Scorpions are a predatory species of arachnid with eight legs and a long tail with a stinger at the end. Two of the scorpion's eight legs are in the form… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Highland Cattle Picture

"The Highland cattle are a rustic breed of the domesticated cattle species." Originally hailing from the high elevations of the scenic Scottish Highlands, this breed is now raised worldwide for… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Falcon Picture

The falcon bird is faster than any other animal on earth, both on land and in the air! Known for their precision and speed, the falcon bird seeks out food… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Sheep Picture

"Sheep were one of the first and most successful domesticated animals in the world." With sweet faces, gentle personalities, and endless amounts of fluffy white wool, it's no surprise that… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Robin Picture

The robin is one of the most common songbirds and a staple of the American ecosystem. Its rich and beautiful songs are often a harbinger of the arrival of spring.… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Honey Bee Picture

The small honey bee, long a symbol of hard work and cooperation, has one of the most complex social arrangements and caste systems in the entire animal kingdom. The defining… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Woodlouse Picture

"A female pill bug has a pouch on her belly where she carries as many as 200 fertilized eggs." When a woodlouse feels threatened or in danger, it rolls its… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Pufferfish Picture

The pufferfish is a survivalist that thrives in nearly every tropical aquatic environment. From freshwater puffers to saltwater Takifugu, these fish make use of a variety of adaptations to keep… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Woodpecker Picture

Woodpeckers are birds that have zygodactyl feet, with the first and fourth toes facing backward, and the second and third facing forward, so they can grip tree trunks more efficiently… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Kingfisher Picture

The kingfisher is a family of brightly colored and unusual-looking birds that live near rivers and bodies of water all over the world. With their vivid plumage and loud, shrill… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Sponge Picture

Sponges are one of the simplest, and perhaps oldest, animals on the entire planet. They are marine animals that are easily mistaken for plant life due to their lack of… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Tiger Salamander Picture

The tiger salamander is among the largest terrestrial amphibians in North America. Found almost anywhere with a suitable climate and sufficient bodies of water, the tiger salamander undergoes a remarkable… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Gar

Gar Picture

Resembling a cross between a reptile and a fish, the garfish is a family of long-nosed carnivorous animals that inhabit the freshwaters of North America. They make slow, languid movements… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 6 years ago


Monitor Lizard Picture

Lizards in the monitor lizard family are among the largest lizards in the world. These reptiles are mainly native to Asia, Africa, and Australia, but can also be found in… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Lemur Picture

"Lemurs are found only on Madagascar." Lemurs are tiny species of primate that are only found on one group of islands: Madagascar and the Comoro Islands. This makes them one… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Curly Coated Retriever Picture

Key Points In spite of their friendly disposition, curly coated retrievers tend to take a while to warm up to strangers. Members of this breed may suffer from follicular dysplasia, a… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Dachshund Picture

Key Points Dachshunds may suffer from intervertebral disc disease which may result in dehydration, bladder issues, or even paralysis in certain cases. This breed is rather prone to obesity and should… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Drever Picture

Key Points Although a generally healthy breed, Drevers are prone to obesity.They are known for having a mind of their own and as a result, are best trained early.Drevers’ short… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


English Springer Spaniel Picture

Key Points English Springer Spaniels may choose a particular individual to bond with and may experience separation anxiety during their absence.They are especially friendly and affectionate and do not shed… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Epagneul Pont Audemer Picture

Key Points This breed is prone to Von Willebrand's Disease and hyperthyroidism.The Epagneul Pont Audemer is generally great with kids.However, it is too laid-back to be a good guard dog.… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


French Bulldog Picture

Key Points French bulldogs are one of the very best breeds for apartment living.That said, they do need about an hour’s exercise per day.In spite of their friendly and affectionate… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Welsh Corgi Picture

Key Points Welsh corgis belong to two distinct varieties: the Cardigan and the Pembroke.The former is stockier with a fox-like tail, while the latter which is descended from the Nordic… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Dolphin Picture

Along with tigers and elephants, dolphins are often listed when someone asks, "What is your favorite animal?" Many people have become familiar with the playful antics of dolphins through films… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Gopher Picture

“A gopher’s head looks twice as big when the pouches in its cheeks are stuffed with food” Gophers are rodents that live in North America and Central America. They are… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Stoat Picture

"The stoat is the small, but bold, predator of the Northern Hemisphere.” Stoats may be small animals, but this doesn’t stop them from being energetic and ambitious predators across a… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Rockhopper Penguin Picture

The smallest crested penguins. Rockhopper penguins are a breed of penguin that live off of island coastlines in the southern hemisphere. They are one of the smallest species of penguins… Read More

By Dana Mayor 6 years ago


Horse Picture

An animal with a 50-million-year long evolutionary process Over the course of 50 million years, horses evolved from small, many-toed animals to the majestic, single-toed equines we know today. Some… Read More

By Heather Hall 6 years ago


Nightingale Picture

The Nightingale is a small songbird of the Old World. Its rather ordinary appearance conceals a tremendous voice, which has been a favorite of birdwatchers for many centuries. The name… Read More

By Heather Hall 6 years ago


Pig

Pig Picture

The pig was among the first animals to be domesticated. Among the first animals to be domesticated by humans, the pig is found everywhere in the world except in Antarctica,… Read More

By Heather Hall 6 years ago


Whippet Picture

Key Points Whippets were first bred in the 1800s by coal miners in the north of England.They are capable of reaching speeds of 35 mph.They are generally quiet and will… Read More

By Heather Hall 6 years ago


Gecko Picture

“Geckos can climb vertical walls and stroll across ceilings.” Geckos have been around for at least 300 million years. Scientists have found geckos preserved in amber that dates back to… Read More

By Heather Hall 6 years ago


Sparrow Picture

"No matter where on Earth you live, sparrows likely visit your backyard." Sparrows are a common sight the world over. Eurasian house sparrows and tree sparrows are among the most… Read More

By Heather Hall 6 years ago


King Penguin Picture

"The king penguin is second in size only to the emperor penguin." Standing as tall as the average toddler, the king penguin is large for its species. Only the emperor… Read More

By Heather Hall 6 years ago


Harrier Picture

These dogs are called hare hounds as they were originally bred to hunt hares. Since then, they have become the ideal first-time dog for families everywhere. Harriers are affectionate, fun-loving… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 6 years ago


Maltese Picture

While their name suggests that Maltese dogs are from Malta, most people believe they were originally from south-central Europe. Maltese are a toy dog breed. They are hypoallergenic dogs with… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 6 years ago


Nurse Shark Picture

“Nurse sharks have smoother skin than most sharks, though it feels like sandpaper.” Sometimes called the couch potatoes of the sea, nurse sharks are large, peaceful fish. They slowly drift… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 6 years ago


Labradoodle Picture

The Complete Guide For Owners Labradoodles are a "designer breed" of dog that is a cross between a poodle and a Labrador retriever. They sometimes resemble stuffed animals with their… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 6 years ago


Golden Lion Tamarin Picture

The golden lion tamarin is a small monkey native to coastal Brazil. Sometimes called a golden marmoset, it has a long tail, reddish-gold fur, and a dramatic mane that frames… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 6 years ago


Mandrill Picture

"The mandrill has a truly unique appearance that sets it apart from other primates." Although nearly weighing as much as an ape, the mandrill is actually a type of monkey,… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 6 years ago


Indian Elephant Picture

Indian elephants are incredibly intelligent and expressive. Indian elephants are greyish-black animals that are subspecies of the Asian elephant. They are about 6.6 to 11.5 feet in height and weigh… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 6 years ago


Indian Star Tortoise Picture

With its unique star-shaped patterns and relatively compact size, the Indian star tortoise is one of the most striking tortoises on the planet. Found in forests, grasslands, and shrublands across… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 6 years ago


Greyhound Picture

The greyhound is the fastest breed of dog, and retired racing greyhounds make for calm and sweet pets. The greyhound has the highest percentage of fast-twitch muscle of any breed.… Read More

By Catherine Gin 6 years ago


Ibizan Hound Picture

An Ibizan Hound is a hound dog that originated from the Balearic Islands off the Mediterranean Coast. They were initially used to help hunt rabbits about 3,000 years ago by… Read More

By Catherine Gin 6 years ago


Gila Monster Picture

The Gila monster is the largest lizard in the United States! The Gila monster is not just the largest lizard in the United States, it’s one of four North American… Read More

By Catherine Gin 6 years ago


Irish WolfHound Picture

Throughout the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries, Irish Wolfhounds were commended in literature for their docility and strength. This breed was so good at doing its job that no wolves… Read More

By Lois Kerschen 6 years ago


Japanese Chin Picture

A Japanese Chin is an affectionate, intelligent dog with a playful nature. Considered a toy dog, the Japanese Chin's heritage goes back to the 1600s. A Japanese Chin belongs to… Read More

By Lois Kerschen 6 years ago


Pointer Picture

Pointers are a very active, energetic, and friendly dog breed. They make a great family dog for families that are active and able to get the dog the exercise it… Read More

By Lois Kerschen 6 years ago


Rottweiler Picture

The Rottweiler is also known as the Rottie, the Rott, or Rottweil Metzgerhund (German for "Butcher's Dog"). It is the 8th most popular dog according to the American Kennel Club,… Read More

By Lois Kerschen 6 years ago


Shih Tzu Picture

The Shih Tzu is a toy dog. Its Chinese name means "little lion." The Shih Tzu is an ancient breed, dating back 1,000 years and thought to have originated from… Read More

By Lois Kerschen 6 years ago


Warthog Picture

Key Points: The warthog is a large member of the swine family, characterized by its four sharp tusks and padded bumps, or warts, on its face. There are two species… Read More

By Lois Kerschen 6 years ago