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Platypus
When the first platypus specimen arrived in Britain, scientists assumed someone had stitched a duck's bill onto a beaver. Discover…
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Grizzly Bear
Once roaming the American West by the tens of thousands, this powerful bear now clings to existence in a shrinking…
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Grey Seal
“A grey seal can dive 1,500 feet below the surface of the ocean and stay under for an hour.” A…
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Rabbit
Rabbits have been domesticated since Roman times, and possibly even from before that. Rabbits really do breed like rabbits. The…
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Cougar
North America's second-largest cat goes by more names than any other animal on earth, hunts prey larger than itself with…
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Bison
The Largest Land Mammal in North America With their gigantic heads, massive horns, and shaggy fur, bison are the largest…
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North American Black Bear
Classification and Evolution The Black Bear (also known as the American Black Bear) is a medium-sized species of bear that…
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Brown Bear
“Brown bears are often called “grizzly bears.” Brown Bears are animals that are found in many parts of North America and…
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Aardvark
Classification Aardvarks are small pig-like mammals that are found inhabiting a wide range of different habitats throughout Africa, south of…
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Bull Shark
Sharks that can live in freshwater Bull sharks get their name from the short, blunt shape of their snouts and…
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Echidna
One of Earth's most ancient and genetically bizarre creatures lays eggs, carries a pouch, hunts with electric sensors, and can…
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Fur Seal
Seals that can walk on land Nine separate species of fur seals make up the genera Arctocephalus and Callorhinus. While…
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Indian Palm Squirrel
A Hindu legend says this striped little creature once helped a god build a bridge across the sea, earning a…
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Bottlenose Dolphin
The bottlenose dolphin is one of nature’s most intelligent species The bottlenose dolphin is a well-known species of dolphin that…
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Abyssinian
Perhaps too much emphasis is given to the uncertain point of origin of the Abyssinian cat. What truly matters is…
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Amur Leopard
“The Amur Leopard may be the rarest big cat on Earth” The Amur leopard is an isolated subspecies of leopards…
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Leopard
Few predators inspire as much awe and confusion as this spotted apex hunter, once mistaken for a lion-jaguar hybrid and…
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White Rhinoceros
Once hunted to the brink of extinction, this massive horn-bearing giant now carries one of conservation's greatest success stories alongside…
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Sumatran Rhinoceros
The last ‘prehistoric’ rhino is now one of the world’s most endangered species The Sumatran rhinoceros is the last “hairy”…
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Indian Rhinoceros
This one-horned ‘armored unicorn’ once roamed across India and Nepal, but today is rebounding from near extinction. The Indian rhinoceros…
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Javan Rhinoceros
Limited to just a single national park, the Javan rhino today numbers just 72 individuals in the wild The Javan…
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Black Rhinoceros
With a population that numbered one million at the beginning of the 20th century, today the black rhino is Critically Endangered …
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Chinchilla
Chinchillas are native to the Andes Mountains, particularly Chile and Peru. They are smart, cute members of the rodent family…
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Basset Hound
Basset hounds have a stubborn streak that manifests as a charming personality trait. Although they are obedient, you should expect…
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Steller’s Sea Cow
“Steller’s sea cow was a huge, aquatic animal that closely resembled a manatee or dugong.” This fascinating creature was first…
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Markhor
The markhor is the national animal of Pakistan. The markhor, a species of large, wild goat, is native to western…
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Cross River Gorilla
The Cross River Gorilla lives in the mountainous region between Nigeria and Cameroon. The Cross River gorilla (scientific name: Gorilla…
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Pied Tamarin
“One of the 25 Most Endangered Primates” Pied tamarins are endangered primates in northwest Brazil. The Yoda-looking species, who enjoy…
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Cotton-top Tamarin
“The cotton-top tamarin features a remarkable crest of white hair on its head.“ The crest is only the most visible…
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South China Tiger
“The South China tiger is a powerful predator, an expert hunter, and an old cultural symbol of regal strength.” This…
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Possum
“The possum is one of the most common marsupials in Australia.“ Possums are nocturnal animals that can agilely navigate tall…
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Mule
“A stupid mule is still smarter than a good horse or a bad man.” What is a mule? Mules are…
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Bombay
It wears the look of a wild black panther but purrs in your lap and follows you from room to…
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Bullmastiff
England's gamekeepers needed a dog that could run down a poacher in total darkness, pin him silently to the ground,…
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Mongrel
Adopting a mixed-breed dog sounds like a bargain until you realize you might bring home a puppy that grows three…
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Labrador Retriever
From fishing boats off the coast of Newfoundland to the most popular family homes in America, the Labrador Retriever's rise…
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Chihuahua
With roots stretching back to ancient Mesoamerica and a personality that punches far above its tiny weight, this breed carries…
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Appenzeller Dog
This colorful Swiss cattle dog helped build mountain farms, joined Alpine rescue teams, and earned a reputation as one of…
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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Behind those soulful eyes and silky ears lies a dog that once kept royal company across European courts and may…
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Australian Cattle Dog
Australian cattle dogs are loyal, energetic, and friendly. This dog, also known as a red or blue heeler, is intelligent…
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Siamese
Born pure white with a secret written in their genes, these cats carry a biological trick that determines their final…
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Minke Whale
Small enough to be overlooked, fast enough to outrun predators, and widespread enough to span entire ocean basins, these baleen…
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Cairn Terrier
Before Toto charmed movie audiences and long before any kennel club gave them a name, these scrappy little Scottish hunters…
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English Cocker Spaniel
English Cocker Spaniels are a sporting dog breed. Hundreds of years ago, the Spaniel breeds were developed in England. These…
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Australian Terrier
A big dog was fit into a small package when it came to the Australian terrier. These terriers are smart,…
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Asian Palm Civet
“Although not a cat, the Asian Palm Civet shares much in common with felines, including its hunting and tree-climbing.” The…
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Western Gorilla
When thinking of gorillas, most people conjure a vision of an angry, snarling great ape – beating his chest before…
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Eastern Lowland Gorilla
“The largest primates in the world.” One of the largest subspecies of the Great Apes, the Eastern lowland gorilla is…
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Leopard Cat
“A small, but dominant, predator.” The leopard cat is a small species of feline that is native to many different…
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Dhole
“The dhole has been described as a mix between the gray wolf and the red fox” Also known as the…