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group of monarch butterflies in tree Monarch Butterfly

Monarch Butterfly Migration: Distance Traveled & More!

The monarch butterfly migration is one of the great wonders of the natural world. Every year, millions of them travel…

Jan 16, 2022
tiger in snow Tiger

How Many Tigers Are Left in the World?

Tigers (Panthera tigris) are the largest big cats in the world and, without a doubt, some of the most beautiful…

Jan 15, 2022
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The 7 Types of Yorkie Breeds and How to Choose the Best One

The Yorkshire terrier is a very popular dog breed, and it has captured the hearts of millions since it was…

Jan 15, 2022
Chicken: A large rooster stands in the tall grass on a sunny day Chicken

25 Best Chicken Breeds and How to Choose the One for You

Chickens are some of the most versatile animals around. They can be great pets, and they can also be a…

Jan 15, 2022
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Bobcat Teeth: Everything You Need to Know

Bobcats (Lynx rufus) are carnivorous cats found across North America, including Mexico, the United States, and Southern Canada. They are adaptable…

Jan 15, 2022
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Cockroach Types: The Complete List of Roach Species

Cockroach species, for most, evoke an instant gut reaction of disgust and revulsion. They’re closely related to termites, and most…

Jan 15, 2022
French lop Rabbit

The 10 Most Adorable Lop-Eared Rabbit Breeds

Lop-eared rabbits are rabbits with ears that droop down instead of standing up straight. Everyone melts like butter when they…

Jan 14, 2022
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The Top 55 Best Pet Rabbit Breeds in A-Z Order

Rabbits make for amazing pets. They are docile, funny, soft, and loving creatures. However, there are a lot of different…

Jan 14, 2022
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Shrew

The motto of the Shrew can truly be “Live fast, die young.” Frankly, shrews are a bit weird. They are…

Jan 14, 2022
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Baby Bed Bugs: Are They Visible to Humans?

Baby bed bugs: Are they visible to humans? The answer is sometimes they are visible to humans and sometimes they…

Jan 14, 2022
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Venus Flytrap

The Venus flytrap is among a group of plants that derives some of its nutrients from eating animals. This species…

Jan 14, 2022
Aggressive Animal: Chimpanzee Chimpanzee

Chimpanzee Teeth: Everything You Need to Know

There are two species in the chimpanzee genus: the Common Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes) and the Bonobo (P. paniscus). The Common…

Jan 14, 2022
Deadliest Animal in the World: Hippopotamuses Hippopotamus

Hippopotamus Teeth: Everything You Need to Know

There are two extant species of Hippopotamuses: the common hippo (Hippopotamus amphibius) and the pygmy hippo (Choeropsis liberiensis). Hippos are…

Jan 14, 2022
Honey Badger

What Do Honey Badgers Eat? Their Diet Is More Than Just Honey

Honey badgers (Mellivora capensis), also known as ratels, are a widely distributed member of the mustelid family, which includes otters,…

Jan 14, 2022
Pelican pouch Pelican

What Do Pelicans Eat, and Do They Store Food in Their Pouches?

Pelicans are large water birds known for the throat pouch they use to catch fish. There are currently eight living…

Jan 14, 2022
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What Do Lemurs Eat? An Island Primate’s Diet

There are about 100 species of lemur in existence, and nearly all of them live on the isolated island of…

Jan 14, 2022
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Praying Mantis Lifespan: How Long Do Praying Mantis Live?

The praying mantis got its name from the Greek word mantikos, which means soothsayer or prophet. This name was given…

Jan 14, 2022
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Lizard Teeth: Everything You Need To Know

There are more than 6,000 species of lizards in the world today and they are found on every continent except…

Jan 14, 2022
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Discover 10 Rare Types of Birds

Birds are some of the most interesting animals in the world, whether they are stunning us with colorful plumage or…

Jan 13, 2022
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Otter Teeth: Everything You Need to Know

Otters are carnivorous mammals in the Mustelidae family, which includes weasels, wolverines, badgers, stoats, and ferrets, among others. There are…

Jan 13, 2022
Strongest animal bite – hippopotamus Africa, Aggression, Animal, Animal Body Part, Animal Head Hippopotamus

How Big Is a Hippo’s Mouth? Size and Other Facts

Weighing around 3,500 pounds on average, common hippos (Hippopotamus amphibius) are some of Earth’s largest land animals. Although they are…

Jan 13, 2022
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Pug Lifespan: How Long Do Pugs Live?

Adorably small and complete with a squashed face, pugs are an extremely popular breed of dog. But how long do…

Jan 13, 2022
Gentoo Penguins swimming underwater of the Southern Arctic ocean Penguin

How Old Is the Oldest Penguin Ever?

Penguins are one of the most loved creatures in the world, and many cartoon characters, plushies, and fuzzy pajamas are…

Jan 13, 2022
Platypus

What Does The Platypus Eat?

The platypus is one of the most mysterious members of the animal world. Even in the 21st century, there is…

Jan 13, 2022
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What Do Coyote Tracks Look Like?

In the United States, coyotes can be found in all regions of the country, from deserts and marshes to mountains…

Jan 13, 2022
Baboon Teeth- Raging Baboon Monkey

Monkey Teeth: Everything You Need to Know

Monkeys live throughout Asia, Africa, Central America, and South America. They’re distinct from other types of primate, like great apes…

Jan 13, 2022
Bearded Animals Bearded Dragon

Bearded Dragon Teeth: Everything You Need to Know

Bearded dragons originally come from arid, scrubby regions of Australia, where there’s plenty of heat and light to go around.…

Jan 13, 2022
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The 20 Most Popular Dog Breeds in 2022

Getting a pet dog is a big decision that requires a fair amount of thought. The last thing you want…

Jan 13, 2022
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Can You Outrun a Hippo? Find Out Just How Fast Hippos Can Run

Hippos are fascinating animals, known for their impressive size and huge, ferocious teeth. However, despite their bulk, hippos are actually…

Jan 13, 2022
Capybara Teeth - Incisors Capybara

Capybara Teeth: Everything You Need to Know

The capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) is the largest rodent in the world, growing up to 4.6 feet in length and weighing…

Jan 13, 2022
shortnose sturgeon Sturgeon

What Do Sturgeon Eat? Discover the Foods on a Sturgeon’s Menu

Sturgeon are ancient fish that have been around for 201 million years, understandably earning them the title of “modern fossils.”…

Jan 13, 2022
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What Do Apes Eat? The Top Foods in Their Diet

Apes include a broad range of higher primates. Apes can be divided into two families: Hylobatidae (lesser apes) and Hominidae…

Jan 13, 2022
Interesting animals – sloth Sloth

Sloth Teeth: Everything You Need To Know

There are six recognized extant species of sloths contained in two genera: four three-toed sloth species (Bradypus) and two two-toed…

Jan 13, 2022
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Monarch Butterfly Eggs: What They Look Like & More

It’s hard to overlook the brilliant orange and black wings of a monarch butterfly as it moves through a garden…

Jan 12, 2022
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Different Types of Cattle Dog Breeds

Dogs have played an important role in the act of herding larger domesticated animals for over 6,000 years, and they’ve…

Jan 12, 2022
What Do pterodactyls Eat Articles

What Did Pterodactyls Eat?

Pterodactyls are extinct flying reptiles. They lived during the Mesozoic Era (252.2 million to 66 million years ago). Though they might look…

Jan 12, 2022
Hippos family and baby under African Sun - Diving Hippopotamus

Just How Heavy Are Hippos? Discover How Much Hippos Weigh

Hippopotamuses are some of nature’s heavyweights. Their massive size and aggressive temperament have earned them a spot as Africa’s deadliest…

Jan 12, 2022
Heaviest Animals: Giraffe Giraffe

Giraffe Lifespan: How Long Do Giraffes Live?

Known for their very long necks and uniquely patterned bodies, giraffes are a very popular animal in zoos and on…

Jan 12, 2022
Aggressive Animal: Barracuda Barracuda

Barracuda Teeth: Everything You Need to Know

Barracudas are famously fearsome, streamlined marine hunters. They belong to the Sphyraenidae family of fish and are known for their…

Jan 12, 2022
Cutest Animals: Sea Otter Otter

What Do Sea Otters Eat?

Sea otters are often portrayed as lovable and relaxed animals that spend their time goofing around. Or, simply floating on…

Jan 12, 2022
Asian glass shrimp, Macrobrachium lanchesteri, in an aquarium. Blog

What Do Ghost Shrimp Eat?

Due to their popularity among aquarium owners and their incredibly unique appearance, the ghost shrimp generates a lot of curiosity.…

Jan 12, 2022
Earwig, Animal, Zoo, Animal Wildlife, Biology Blog

What Do Earwigs Eat?

Like many insects classified as household pests, the earwig has a nasty reputation for invading pantries and getting into unsecured…

Jan 12, 2022
Types of rare fish Fish

Devil’s Hole Pupfish in Decline, Plus Other Types of Rare Fish

One extremely uncommon fish is also one of the world’s rarest animals. With a name that sounds both devious and…

Jan 12, 2022
Hippopotamus baby with mother Hippopotamus

Is Hippo Milk Actually Pink? The Truth Revealed

Many have heard rumors that hippo milk is unique in the animal kingdom, if only for its color. Such beliefs…

Jan 12, 2022
Sheep Teeth - Sheep and Fawn Sheep

Sheep Teeth: Do Sheep Have Top Teeth?

Domestic sheep (Ovis aries) are popular livestock, as they are easy to feed and herd. Sheep were domesticated from the…

Jan 12, 2022
Zebra Teeth - Incisors Blog

Zebra Teeth: Everything You Need To Know

Zebras are wild African equines that are best known for their distinctive black and white stripes.  There are three species…

Jan 12, 2022
Largest caterpillars - Tobacco Hornworm Caterpillars

What Do Hornworms Eat? They’re Nuts About Nightshades

The hornworm is a common name for a sphinx moth’s caterpillar (larvae). One species of hornworm is called the “tomato…

Jan 12, 2022
narwhals swimming together Blog

What Do Narwhals Eat?

Narwhals are easily one of the most unique and beloved animals in the world. Research of narwhals in the wild…

Jan 12, 2022
Strongest animal bite – hippopotamus Africa, Aggression, Animal, Animal Body Part, Animal Head Hippopotamus

Why Hippos May Be Africa’s Most Dangerous Animals, Not Lions

Hippos are commonly perceived as less dangerous than other wild animals in Africa, but that is far from the truth.…

Jan 12, 2022
What Do Fawns Eat? Deer

What Do Deer Eat?

Have you ever seen the movie, Bambi? In it, audiences are introduced to Bambi, a young deer, who must learn…

Jan 11, 2022
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