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Borneo Elephant
The Borneo elephant is a subspecies of the Asian elephant and the only member of the species to reside on…
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Emperor Tamarin
“The emperor tamarin is a species of tamarin allegedly named for its resemblance to the German emperor Wilhelm II.” With…
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Collared Peccary
The collared peccary (also called a musk hog or javelina) is commonly mistaken for a pig or boar. But despite…
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Coati
“Coatis are related to raccoons and are also known as coatimundis“ Coatis are furry animals that are native to South…
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Gibbon
“The fastest-moving tree-dwelling mammal” Gibbons are tree-dwelling apes that live in Asia and Indonesia. Known as the lesser apes, gibbons…
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Mole
“Moles are among the most remarkable diggers in the animal kingdom.“ In human culture, moles are animals that have sometimes…
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Anteater
A giant anteater can consume up to 35,000 ants in one day! Anteater refers to several medium-sized insect-eating mammals found…
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Boykin Spaniel
Born from a chance encounter outside a South Carolina church, this compact brown spaniel went on to conquer swamps, win…
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Irish Setter
Irish setters are energetic, rambunctious dogs with a sweet temperament. They’re a favorite family dog because of their loyalty and…
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Blue Lacy Dog
Texas claimed this scrappy, sleek-coated working dog as its official state breed, yet most of the world has never heard…
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Dunker
A 19th-century Norwegian military captain set out to engineer the perfect cold-weather hunting dog, and the breed he created nearly…
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Carolina Dog
Thousands of years before Europeans set foot in America, packs of these ancient dogs roamed free across the continent, and…
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Basenji Dog
One of the oldest dog breeds on earth, this barkless hunter from the African bush carries a personality so complex…
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Border Terrier
Bred to chase foxes through rugged borderland terrain and squeeze into underground dens, this compact working terrier defies every assumption…
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Bedlington Terrier
Bedlington Terriers are compact, yet energetic little dogs. Originating from Bedlington, England, they were originally used in hunting rats, mice,…
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Beagle
Bred to hunt since ancient Greece, this beloved scent hound hides a surprisingly stubborn streak beneath those floppy ears and…
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Balinese
Breeders once discarded these long-haired kittens as defective, yet the cats they nearly erased from history carry a genetic secret…
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Australian Mist
Australia's only internationally recognized domestic cat breed started life under a completely different name and almost a different identity altogether.…
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Javanese
This rare, vocal breed costs up to $2,000, barely triggers allergies, and demands your constant companionship, but finding one for…
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Boxer Dog
From ancient Assyrian war dogs to beloved family companions, this breed carries a surprisingly complex history beneath that playful exterior,…
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Bavarian Mountain Hound
Bred in the Bavarian mountains to track wounded game that other dogs simply cannot find, this rare scent hound carries…
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Chow Chow
Once pampered by Chinese emperors and later displayed as wild zoo exhibits, this deceptively fluffy breed carries a complex history…
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Bernese Mountain Dog
Reaching 27 inches tall at the shoulder, the Bernese mountain dog is known to be a large and strong animal…
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Saber-Toothed Tiger
“The most prominent feature of the saber-toothed tiger was its long, sharp, canine teeth. It would hide in the grass,…
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Woolly Monkey
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Wolverine
The wolverine is an aggressive carnivore that punches well above its weight. Despite its small size, the wolverine is an…
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Spider Monkey
The spider monkey is among the most proficient climbers in the world. With its long limbs and tail, this species…
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Water Buffalo
“The water buffalo is known as the living tractor of the East.” The water buffalo, also known as the Asian…
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Burmese
The Burmese is a friendly and affectionate cat breed that loves to be around people. It has few of the…
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Poodle
Poodles have beautiful hairdos and are the best show dogs for their elegant appearance and innate performance ability. Poodles make…
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Bloodhound
Bloodhound dogs are very intelligent and have an extremely good sense of smell, which has also helped them earn a…
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Australian Shepherd
This fiercely loyal herding dog carries a surprising origin story that spans three continents, and its name tells only part…
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American Water Spaniel
Wisconsin settlers once crossbred several now-rare European hunting dogs to create a cold-water retriever perfectly suited for the Great Lakes,…
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Bull Terrier
From the bloodstained pits of 13th-century Britain to the laps of Victorian royalty, the bull terrier carries one of the…
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Doberman Pinscher
A tax collector with a dangerous job sparked the creation of one of the world's most formidable protection breeds, but…
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American Staffordshire Terrier
Nicknamed the world's greatest Nanny Dog, this powerful and loyal breed carries a reputation full of contradictions that surprises even…
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Birman
Once reduced to a single pregnant survivor, this ancient temple cat carried an entire breed's future in one miraculous litter.…
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English Shepherd
Loyal, sharp, and built to work from sunup to sundown, this rugged farm collie thrives where most dogs would buckle.…
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Border Collie
Few dogs match the Border Collie's genius-level intellect and explosive athleticism, but those same qualities make this breed one of…
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog
The Anatolian Shepherd is a big, muscular breed of ancient guard dog that originated from what is now modern-day Turkey,…
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Maine Coon
The Maine Coon is a domesticated cat breed known as a gentle giant due to its medium to large size,…
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Jack Russell
Jack Russells, also known as Jack Russell Terriers, are highly active, intelligent, and inquisitive dogs. They were bred to assist…
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Masked Palm Civet
“Masked palm civets can spray a foul-smelling scent at predators to drive them away” Masked palm civets are arboreal spending…
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Banded Palm Civet
“Banded palm civets were named for their tan and black striped coats which give the banded palm civet more camouflage…
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Grey Mouse Lemur
“The Grey Mouse Lemur is a mouse-like primate with a powerful nose and big jump.” Grey mouse lemurs, also called…
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Dormouse
The dormouse spends much of the year isolated in hibernation. A lifestyle of hibernation has become this creature’s most well-known…
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Chamois
The chamois is a small, hoofed animal that is a goat antelope species. It is native to Asia Minor and…
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Sea Otter
The sea otter spends most of its life at sea. These charming marine mammals are a contrast of extremes. Floating…
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Kudu
“Fast, powerful, and peaceful members of the African ecosystem.” The name kudu describes two different antelope species, called greater kudu…
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Bluetick Coonhound
Descended from French staghounds gifted to George Washington and bred to track scents days old, this devoted family companion carries…