If you’ve ever visited a zoo, chances are that you have laid your eyes upon the towering giraffe. Taking the title as the world’s tallest mammal, these animals are usually loved by the public. With such unique features, it’s no wonder that they make a spectacle. But why do they have such long necks? And …
Often described as an animal with a playful nature, the dolphin has been known to create underwater bubbles, play chase and jump out from the waves. In fact, the 1990’s film, Flipper, took these qualities and made it into a well-known production Some cultures even consider the dolphin to symbolize harmony, life and protection. But …
If you were to see an alpaca at a petting zoo, you might mistake it for the closely related llama. But how different are these two species? Do they share the same preferences as to what they eat? Or do they need separate dietary requirements? In this article, we will look at the diet of …
If you were asked to name one of the oldest animals to be domesticated, how would you answer? Would you guess that it was a cat, dog or even rabbit? Well, there is one species that rises above the others. You may be surprised to find that the goat was domesticated as far back as …
One word: “mask”. What do you associate with this noun? A robber, criminal, or possibly even bandits. Or perhaps you think of the opportunistic forager, the raccoon. You most commonly picture them rustling through trash cans and attacking your neighborhood cats. But do these animals eat more than just garbage? Do they have other preferences? …
Picture an animal sporting springboard back legs, long slender ears, and a pouch. Can you guess what it is? One crucial hint is that it can be found Down Under. This creature is the kangaroo of Australia. In fact, it is endemic to that continent, meaning that it cannot be found anywhere else. Life in …
Pigs are members of the order Artiodactyla, the grouping of ungulates that have even-toes. The family to which they belong is Suidae, which has 10 species including bearded pigs, warty pigs, the wild boar and the domestic pig. Wild Pigs can be found from Asia to Europe and Africa while domestic breeds are worldwide. Unlike …
When one mentions the name, “mouse”, others are quick to have associations, both good and bad. They could think of grungy street mice that infest homes, or perhaps lab mice that are tested on. Or perhaps the loved children’s book, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie comes to mind. No matter the type of …
What Do Beavers Eat? Considering an adult beaver can weigh about 40 pounds and be over three feet in length, they have big appetites to match their large bodies. As one of the largest rodents in North America, you may be wondering what beavers can possibly eat. Unlike other rodents, such as rats and mice, …
As one of the most interesting animals in the wild, bears continue to mystify us with their natural beauty and environmental dominance. They’re also one of the few animals that can be found in a large variety of places, being just as easily found in cold climates as they are in warmer ones. However, aside …
If you’re lucky enough to live in an area where bats live, you’ve probably seen them flying around at dusk. A lot of people are afraid of bats, worried they’ll get stuck in their hair or suck their blood. The answer to one important question may help alleviate some of that fear: What do bats …