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Lone star ticks belong to phylum Arthropods. They are also known as ‘turkey tick’ and the ‘cricket tick’. They are hard ticks, also known as scale ticks. Ticks, the lone star species, are predominantly found in the southeastern United States. Lone star ticks feed on the blood of animals such as humans, farm animals, and wild animals. In each stage of their lives, they feed on different animals. This is because, after engorging, they fall from the body of the host....

Cats are some of the most common animals in the world, yet, certainly, you do not know much about the lesser-known species of wild cats. In this article, we will learn about the marbled cats (Pardofelis marmorata) which inhabit many regions of Southeast Asia. These cats live in the forests of India, Nepal, China, Borneo, and Sumatra. The gestation period of this species is at most 81 days. Their distribution in terms of altitude ranges up to 8,200 ft (2,500 m)....

The swamp sparrow (Melospiza georgiana) is a small or medium-sized bird species that is primarily a native of North America. They mainly live near shallow water and in marshes, but move towards weedy fields in winter. They usually prefer to stay alone, except when they migrate in winter or during the breeding season. The male bird species are really territorial in nature. The birds are found in the eastern U.S. and countries like Canada, and often mixed up with the other genus of their species, the chipping sparrow....

senior woman give a tiny kitten kisses Credit: Courtesy of Lori Irby Lori Irby is a special person. By her own counting, Irby—who has been fostering rescued animals for the ASPCA since 2019—has taken about 60 pets into her home over the years, usually three or four kittens at a time. Because many kittens brought into shelters are not fully weaned, Irby needs to bottle feed several times a day, so they come into work with her at The Meridian, a senior living community in Anaheim, Calif....

Gus Kenworthy was only 11 years old when he realized a lifelong passion, which began with a trip to an animal shelter with his dad. There, he discovered his first dog, Mack, who became his best friend growing up and a wonderful addition to the family. “Because of that experience, I think I’ve always felt strongly about animal adoption and knowing that had we not got Mack that day, he potentially could have been put down or lived a sad life,” Kenworthy tells Daily Paws....

Rest in peace, Dai Bao, the pet Siberian husky who gave his life defending his family’s home. As reported by Oriental Daily and translated by Says.com, Dai Bao was alone outside of his family’s home in Taiping, Perak, Malaysia when a venomous cobra slithered onto the property. In an attempt to protect his family from potential harm, Dai Bao attacked the massive four-foot-long snake. Though the brave husky managed to significantly injure the cobra, Dai Bao did not leave the fight unscathed....

Whether it be a dark brown hair color, mahogany red hair color, or mahogany hair color, they all have some distinct characteristics.The most optimal way to define mahogany is that it is a deep red-brown shade. There are various tones and hues of this shade that can accentuate the complexion of your skin.If you want to make possible a top-class appearance, then along with the best hair-cut, first of all, you might want to opt for a natural shade of mahogany hair color instead of traditional brown hair....

dachshund on sitting on airplane seat; pet passport Credit: Luis Velasco / Stocksy / Adobe Stock On This Page What is a Pet Passport? Do I Need a Pet Passport? Requirements Cost How to Get a Pet Passport Before you decide to add a furry family member to your squad, it's important to consider your lifestyle. Dogs and cats require your time, attention and resources, and you have to budget for all of the planned (and surprise) financial expenses....

toy poodle kissing woman doing yoga at home on a yoga mat Credit: Edwin Tan / Getty Poodles are excellent dogs who should be shown off, whether in a dog show or in the living room while your friends are over. One way to honor your new posh poodle is to give them the right name. Every poodle name should match the breed’s demeanor—a perfect mix of intelligent and beloved....

Brighton Beach is one of the major tourist attractions of Britain.Over hundreds of years, Brighton Beach has witnessed some of the most culturally diverse people in the world. So, if you are looking forward to a vacation of festivities and all things colorful, this is the perfect spot for you!Brighton is famous for being extremely quirky and colorful. It is one of the biggest gay hubs in the world and has witnessed some of the extraordinary performances of world-class artists and musicians....

If you’re fond of houseplants, you’ll definitely know that ferns are one of the common species kept by people.The delicate fronds of a Boston fern plant look extremely beautiful, and the best thing is its fast-growing nature. We have been able to identify around 20,000 species of ferns, but only a handful make it to our home.As more people jump on the bandwagon of being plant parents, it’s also necessary to think about the other members of your family....

Benny, the dog with disabilities, stands with his wheelchair in the backyard Credit: Courtesy of Tucker Farm With his cheerful “Hey! How are ya?” expression and wide doggy smile, it’s almost as though Benjamin Bunny, a 1-year-old goldendoodle nicknamed Benny, doesn’t have a care in the world. That might be true now, but life for this second-chance pooch certainly didn’t start that way. Jennifer Siegel is the founder and director of Bosley’s Place, a neonatal rescue orphanage for puppies in Smyrna, Ga....

The word ‘bioluminescence’ refers to the generation of light by living organisms and the emission of this light from their bodies.Many light-producing creatures, often known as bioluminescent organisms, are found on our utterly fascinating planet. Bioluminescent aquatic organisms may be found all the way down the water column, from the surface to the bottom, and from the shoreline to the open ocean.Bioluminescence is incredibly frequent in the deep sea, and since the deep sea is so large, it may be the most common form of communication on the planet!...

There are around 58 species of porcupines in this world, and these spiky mammals are broadly classified into two families, namely, Old World porcupines and New World porcupines.Nocturnal and terrestrial Old World porcupines can be found in the European, Asian, and African continents. New World porcupines, which include around 15 species, are comparatively less nocturnal, climb trees, and live in the wooded areas of North and South America.The North American porcupine (Erethizon dorsatum), the only species found in the United States, weighs an average of 20 lb (9 kg) and is the second-largest rodent in North America....

Meet Holly, the dog at a Utah high school track meet who delivered an anchor leg for the ages last weekend—and, honestly, deserves a medal for such a supreme effort. The scene: It's the girls' 4x200 meter relay at the Grizzly Invitational hosted by Logan High School. According to The Salt Lake Tribune, Logan's Gracie Laney, a senior, was in a comfortable position to finish first. As Laney rounds the turn for home, a furry, four-legged athlete decides to enter the race....

Also known as the Danish mastiff or the Danish Broholmer, the dog breed is originally from Denmark. King Frederick VII made the dogs more popular as pets. Although the survival of these dogs became challenging during the Second World War and industrialization, their ill effects could not wipe out the breed. In the year 2009, the first Broholmer dog breed was imported to the USA. The American Kennel Club has categorized these dogs under Foundation Stock Service....

Clidastes is classified as a mosasaur, and the type species is referred to as Clidastes propython. The specimen was found in Alabama, North America. Apart from North America, some other specimens of mosasaurs were found in Russia, Sweden, Germany, Mexico, and Jordan. It was known to inhabit marine habitats. Reproduction of this reptile took place through a sexual process just like other reptiles and either it laid eggs or gave birth to live young....

Built like a tank, but friendly as a friend, the Denversaurus is a dino you definitely want batting for you! You must have seen images of this creature, defined by its long tail, and armored back, which may have protected it from predators. Immense in size, this species of dinosaur was a herbivore, found spending its time eating grass and other vegetation. With precious few skeletal remains to study this creature with, scientists may have made a lot of assumptions on the life and times of the Denversaurus....

Are you looking for other tank mates from the genus Halichoeres or surfing for the beautiful fish within the aquarium trade? Dusky wrasse is another peaceful fish from the family of Labridae. The bright green crescent over its caudal fin attracts the audience. It is advised to store in well-established saltwater tanks with a minimum of 75 gal (284 l) storage capacity, tight lid, and sand bed up to the depth of 2-3 in (5-8 cm)....

The Eastern screech owl is a nocturnal bird that can be spotted within the home range in the East of North America. Even though owls are tagged as screech owls they do not screech. Instead, they generate an even tone trill, called tremolo, which is very common during the mating season at night. The Eastern screech owl is closely related to the Western screech owl, however, there are distinct characteristics that distinguish the Eastern screech owl from the Western screech owl like the shade variations of the bill....