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Quagga
The quagga became extinct over 130 years ago. The quagga was a subspecies of zebra that existed until the late…
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Harp Seal
The harp seal is awkward and clumsy on land. But in the water, it is an elegant swimmer and an…
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Kodkod
The kodkod (also known as the güiña or the Chilean cat) is a wild feline species located in South America.…
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Bergamasco
With a coat that looks like dreadlocks and a mind that operates more like a partner than a pet, this…
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Polish Lowland Sheepdog
One determined doctor and a single dog pulled an ancient Polish herding breed back from the edge of extinction, and…
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Otterhound
The history of this shaggy dog dates all the way back to 14th-century England. These dogs were bred to hunt…
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Tibetan Spaniel
The Tibetan spaniel was originally bred in Asia to alert Buddhist monks to anyone who might approach their lamasery and…
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Kinder Goat
The kinder goat is a medium-sized goat with a laid-back, friendly temperament. Its high-fat, sweet milk and easygoing personality have…
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Pygora Goat
Originally bred in the 1980s as a new species, Pygora goats are a genetic combination of the Pygmy goat and…
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Nubian Goat
Lop-ear Nubian goats have African, Middle Eastern, and British ancestry. This mixed-breed, domestic goat is famous for its rich milk,…
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Kuvasz
A medieval Hungarian king trusted this ancient white guardian dog more than his own soldiers, and its name traces back…
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Hoary Bat
This forest-dwelling hoary bat comes out at night to feed on insects, using its echolocation to locate prey. These bats…
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Texas Heeler
Breed an Australian Shepherd and an Australian Cattle Dog, and you have a Texas Heeler. Although it’s uncertain when this…
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German Spitz
Once the beloved companion of European royalty and a fierce guardian of traders and fishermen, this fluffy, vocal breed nearly…
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Alaskan Husky
The Alaskan Husky is an athletic working dog that arose from a cross between several similar yet distinctive breeds, developed…
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Belgian Shepherd
Centuries of herding sheep across Belgium forged a dog so driven, so fiercely intelligent, and so wired to chase and…
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English Pointer
Bred from foxhounds and greyhounds, this athletic sporting dog freezes mid-stride to signal hidden prey, yet somehow doubles as a…
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Thai Ridgeback
Thai Ridgebacks have only been domesticated for approximately 350 years. Before that, they were free-range dogs, roaming southeastern Asia in…
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Siberian Retriever
Siberian Retrievers are an attractive hybrid mix that has been bred by crossing a Labrador retriever with a Siberian husky.…
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Pudelpointer
Cross a poodle with an English Pointer and you get a dog that swims, hunts, and cuddles with equal enthusiasm,…
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Chinese Shar-Pei
Chinese Shar-Peis are compact and medium in size, though they are a purebred dog, not mixed with any other breed.…
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Nigerian Goat
The Nigerian dwarf goat is a small goat species from the West African Dwarf goat breeds like the American Pygmy…
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Bilby
“The Bilby is Australia’s answer to the rabbit, sort of.” Of all the charming and unusual creatures found in Australia,…
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Bighorn Sheep
Bighorn sheep live in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. There are different subspecies of bighorn sheep, but they all…
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Japanese Squirrel
The Japanese squirrel is a prodigious hoarder. It buries food in the ground to survive the harsh winter. These small…
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Apple Head Chihuahua
Beneath the apple-domed skull of the world's tiniest dog breed hides an ancient guardian with royal Aztec roots, a Napoleon…
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Angora Goat
If you want a warm mohair sweater or scarf, raise an Angora goat and make your own. The hair on…
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Tasmanian Tiger
One of the most fascinating animals to have existed, the Tasmanian tiger, Tasmanian wolf, or thylacine was extinct in the…
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Harbor Seal
“A Harbor Seal is known as the photogenic seal.” With its round baby-like head, big, curious eyes, and habit of…
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Petite Goldendoodle
Tiny but full of personality, this designer hybrid brings together the best traits of Golden Retrievers and Toy Poodles in…
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Kooikerhondje
The word “Kooikerhondje” looks as though its pronunciation will be so difficult that most people don’t even try. Instead, they…
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Yakutian Laika
An ancient Siberian breed spent 8,000 years hauling sleds and herding reindeer across frozen tundra, then nearly vanished from the…
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Brittany
Named after the northwestern French region in which it was first developed, the Brittany is a sturdy and robust hunting…
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Cane Corso
Once marching into battle alongside Roman legions, this powerful Italian breed nearly vanished from the earth entirely before a passionate…
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Indian Giant Squirrel
“Indian Giant Squirrel is the largest squirrel in India!” The Indian giant squirrel is a large rodent species native to…
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Marble Fox
Misconceptions about the rare Marble fox still flourish and abound. Despite its unusual appearance, the marble fox is not a…
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Little Brown Bat
The little brown bat is one of the most common species of bats in North America. Cloistered in caves and…
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Florida Panther
The Florida panther is the only member of the puma family known to breed in the Eastern United States. Only…
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Mountain Feist
Born from the rugged mountains of America, this compact hunting dog carries a surprising combination of fierce prey drive and…
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Feist
The Feist dog breed is a small hunting dog that arose in the American South at some point in the…
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Alabai (Central Asian Shepherd)
Few dog breeds can claim a 5,000-year history as guardian, national symbol, and loyal family protector, but the Central Asian…
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Rottsky
You’ll never find a better guard dog than a Rottsky, an active, intelligent, loyal hybrid mix between a Rottweiler and…
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Goberian
Combining the striking looks of a Siberian Husky with the golden charm of a Retriever sounds like a dream, but…
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Alusky
Breed a Siberian Husky with an Alaskan Malamute, and you get another dog that loves the cold weather! Specifically, you…
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Wood Bison
The Wood Bison is the Largest living, native terrestrial North American Mammal. In March 2011, the first wood bison roamed…
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Pitsky
Pitskies are a hybrid dog breed that is the result of breeding an American Pit Bull Terrier with a Siberian…
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Grasshopper Mouse
Grasshopper mice are rodents with big ears and big eyes. They are nocturnal and are closely related to deer mice.…
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Fisher
The fisher is secretive and difficult to find; many misconceptions about them still thrive. These misconceptions begin with the name…
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Ibex
They scale sheer cliffs with ease, sport horns that curve dramatically over their backs, and share ancient folklore linking them…
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Giant Armadillo
The giant armadillo, also called tatou, ocarro, and other names come by its common name honestly. It is a huge…