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Panther Picture

Key Points Panthers have spots too. However, detecting them is rather difficult due to the dark background of black or brown fur.They're becoming a rarer occurrence in the wild owing… Read More

By Dana Mayor 5 years ago


Caracal Picture

“A small cat that can run up to 50 miles per hour” Caracals can be found in many places including Africa, the Middle East and India. The serval and the… Read More

By Dana Mayor 5 years ago


Chameleon Picture

Can change color to pink, red, green, yellow, turquoise, and other colors! The chameleon, scientific name Chamaeleonidae, is a species of lizard known for their ability to change colors and… Read More

By Heather Hall 5 years ago


Prawn Picture

The Southern hemisphere is home to prawns, a crustaceous animal that is in some ways like shrimp. This slightly different fish has a gill structure different than the structure of… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 5 years ago


“A desert tortoise can live to be over 80 years old!” Desert tortoises are found in the United States and in Mexico. These tortoises burrow tunnels so they can go… Read More

By Heather Hall 5 years ago


Reindeer Picture

“Travels more land space by foot annually than any other creature roaming the Earth” The reindeer has become somewhat of a whimsical animal. Tales of their ability to fly to… Read More

By Corinna Cybele 5 years ago


Capybara Picture

The Capybara is a large, semi-aquatic rodent that is found inhabiting the water-logged regions of Central and South America. Closely related to other South American rodents such as Chinchillas and… Read More

By Lisha Pace 5 years ago


Sea Lion Picture

"One of the Largest Animals in New Zealand" They can dive too deep depths, they can walk on all fours, and they love to frolic and play! They’re sea lions,… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 5 years ago


Snake Picture

Snake Facts [post-cards-by-category category='snake-facts' cols='4'/] Key Points: Only 200 of 600 venomous snakes have enough potency to harm a human. Snakes can be found on every continent on Earth –… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 5 years ago


Crocodile Picture

Quick Facts: Unlike other reptile species, crocodilians are archosaurs which is an ancient group of reptiles that also included dinosaurs. Crocodiles bask in the hot sun all day to absorb… Read More

By Dana Mayor 5 years ago


Beetle Picture

“The beetle form the largest order of animals on Earth” According to biologists, there are at least 400,000 species or types of beetle, all belonging to the Coleoptera order, the… Read More

By Heather Hall 5 years ago


Olm

Olm Picture

The olm is the longest-living amphibian and can live to be 100 years old! One of the most fascinating creatures in a world full of fascinating creatures, the olm, like… Read More

By Catherine Gin 5 years ago


Pink Fairy Armadillo Picture

 “The smallest known species of armadillo” Also known as the Pichiciego, the pink fairy armadillo is the smallest known species of armadillo. It lives in the sandy plains and dry… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 5 years ago


Impala Picture

When startled, an impala animal can jump up to 10 feet high. Impala are animals that live in the light woodlands and savannahs of southern and eastern Africa. These medium-sized… Read More

By Dana Mayor 5 years ago


Grey Seal Picture

“A grey seal can dive 1,500 feet below the surface of the ocean and stay under for an hour.” A grey seal is one of the rarest species of seal… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 5 years ago


Rabbit Picture

Rabbits have been domesticated since Roman times, and possibly even from before that. Rabbits really do breed like rabbits. The female is ready to breed almost any time, and she’ll… Read More

By Abby Parks 5 years ago


Platypus Picture

Classification, Evolution, and History The platypus (also commonly known as the duck-billed platypus) is a small species of semi-aquatic mammal indigenous to the eastern coast of Australia. Known for its… Read More

By Heather Ross 5 years ago


Grizzly Bear Picture

Key Points: Grizzly bears are native to North America and distinguished by the silvery tip and shiny appearance of their fur.Contrary to popular belief, grizzly bears do not go into… Read More

By Heather Ross 5 years ago


African Bush Elephant Picture

Classification and Evolution The African Bush Elephant is the largest of all living creatures on land today, with some individuals growing to weigh more than 6 tons. The elephant is… Read More

By Lisha Pace 5 years ago


Cougar Picture

Cougar Infographic "A Big Cat Without a Roar" As North America’s second largest cat, the cougar is an intimidating animal to run into. The cougar is unable to roar because… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 5 years ago


Butterfly Picture

There are many different types of butterflies in the world, like swallowtails and monarchs. They come in all different colors, including blue, white, pink, and brown. The life cycle of… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 5 years ago


Common Loon Picture

"An underwater hunting expert” Though awkward on land, the common loon bird is a graceful hunter on the water. This mostly cold-weather waterfowl learns to dive before it learns to… Read More

By Dana Mayor 5 years ago


Bison Picture

The Largest Land Mammal in North America With their gigantic heads, massive horns, and shaggy fur, bison are the largest mammal in North America and have long dazzled the imaginations… Read More

By Austin S. 5 years ago


North American Black Bear Picture

Classification and Evolution The Black Bear (also known as the American Black Bear) is a medium-sized species of bear that is found inhabiting a variety of forested habitats across North… Read More

By Heather Ross 5 years ago


Brown Bear Picture

"Brown bears are often called "grizzly bears." Brown Bears are animals that are found in many parts of North America and Eurasia, where the bears inhabit wooded and mountainous areas. The brown bear… Read More

By Heather Hall 5 years ago


Chinstrap Penguin Picture

"The largest chinstrap penguin colony has more penguins than San Francisco has people!” The chinstrap penguin is the most abundant of all penguin species. In fact, one of their colonies has more… Read More

By Lisha Pace 5 years ago


Aardvark Picture

Classification Aardvarks are small pig-like mammals that are found inhabiting a wide range of different habitats throughout Africa, south of the Sahara. They are mostly solitary and spend their days… Read More

By Heather Hall 5 years ago


Fur Seal Picture

Seals that can walk on land Nine separate species of fur seals make up the genera Arctocephalus and Callorhinus. While eight of these belong to Artocephalus and live in southern… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 5 years ago


Echidna Picture

“One of only two mammals that lay eggs!” Echidnas, formerly called the spiny or spiky anteater, are one of only two mammals that lay eggs! The other is the platypus.… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 5 years ago


Bull Shark Picture

Sharks that can live in freshwater Bull sharks get their name from the short, blunt shape of their snouts and their aggressive behavior. They also usually butt prey with their… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 5 years ago


Indian Palm Squirrel Picture

Considered sacred in India, this Indian squirrel species has become an invasive threat in countries like Australia It’s not just cows that are considered sacred in India. In Hindu texts,… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 5 years ago


Bottlenose Dolphin Picture

The bottlenose dolphin is one of nature’s most intelligent species  The bottlenose dolphin is a well-known species of dolphin that lives across the world and is known for its incredible… Read More

By Abby Parks 5 years ago


Abyssinian Picture

Perhaps too much emphasis is given to the uncertain point of origin of the Abyssinian cat. What truly matters is that this friendly, intelligent, curious, and companionable animal is here… Read More

By Abby Parks 5 years ago


Amur Leopard Picture

“The Amur Leopard may be the rarest big cat on Earth”  The Amur leopard is an isolated subspecies of leopards surviving along the border of Russia and China. While the… Read More

By Lisha Pace 5 years ago


White Rhinoceros Picture

“The largest of all rhino species” Known for its square upper lip, large two horns, and incredible size, the white rhino once roamed across southern and northern Africa. At the… Read More

By Lisha Pace 5 years ago


Leopard Picture

The leopard is a medium-sized wildcat that lives in a variety of different habitats across sub-Saharan Africa and southern Asia. Distinguished by their uniquely beautiful "spotted" coat, leopards are apex… Read More

By Lisha Pace 5 years ago


Sumatran Rhinoceros Picture

The last ‘prehistoric’ rhino is now one of the world’s most endangered species  The Sumatran rhinoceros is the last “hairy” rhinoceros left on Earth. The smallest species of rhinoceros, the… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 5 years ago


Javan Rhinoceros Picture

Limited to just a single national park, the Javan rhino today numbers just 72 individuals in the wild The Javan rhinoceros (also known as the lesser one-horned rhinoceros and the… Read More

By Heather Ross 5 years ago


Indian Rhinoceros Picture

The Indian rhinoceros, scientifically known as Rhinoceros unicornis, is a large herbivorous mammal characterized by its single horn and tough, armor-like skin, native to the Indian subcontinent. This one-horned ‘armored… Read More

By Rebecca Bales 5 years ago


Black Rhinoceros Picture

With a population that numbered one million at the beginning of the 20th century, today the black rhino is Critically Endangered  The black rhino once roamed across a vast range in… Read More

By Melissa Bauernfeind 5 years ago


Chinchilla Picture

Chinchillas are native to the Andes Mountains, particularly Chile and Peru. They are smart, cute members of the rodent family with extremely soft, plush coats of fur. Most chinchillas have… Read More

By Heather Hall 6 years ago


Armadillo Picture

"The armadillo is the only known mammal to have a fully developed shell." Resembling an armor-plated vehicle, the armadillo is outfitted with formidable protection against its natural adversaries and predators,… Read More

By Ashley Haugen 6 years ago


Long-Eared Owl Picture

Long-eared Owls are tall owls that often look surprised because of their long ear tufts that stick up like exclamation marks. “The hooting sounds of a male long-eared owl can… Read More

By Ashley Haugen 6 years ago


English Cocker Spaniel Picture

Key Points English cocker spaniels reach their full size between the ages of 14 -16 months.Owing to their past as hunting dogs, they require a great deal of exercise daily.Due… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago


Mongrel Picture

A mongrel results from the unintentional breeding of two dogs. Mongrels, also known as mutts, are mixed-breed dogs. Unlike ‘designer’ mixed breeds, such as Golden Doodles, Cockapoos, or Puggles, a… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago


Black Widow Spider Picture

"Only the Bites of Female Black Widow Spiders Are Dangerous" Their reputations are fierce, but in reality, black widow spiders — aka Latrodectus — are calm, loner pacifists that only… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago


Keel-Billed Toucan Picture

"Keel-billed Toucan's bills are the colors of the rainbow!" Keel-billed toucans are also known as "rainbow" toucans due to their large, colorful bills. They are also called "sulfur-breasted toucans" because… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago


Wolverine Picture

The wolverine is an aggressive carnivore that punches well above its weight. Despite its small size, the wolverine is an animal that has earned a ferocious reputation as a top… Read More

By A-Z Animals Staff 6 years ago