The eastern-eyed click beetle (Alaus oculatus) is a species in the click beetle family and is commonly called the eyed elater or the wireworm. The beetle has two large black eyespots on its back which is a unique feature and also something that confuses predators when attacking them. They have a defense mechanism responsible for their common name, when disturbed the beetle launches itself in high altitudes of up to six feet to protect itself....
Is reading about snakes your favorite pastime? Then you should definitely read about the eastern rat snakes (Pantherophis alleghaniensis). Rat snakes belong to the family of large non-venomous snakes. This species is native to North America and is commonly spotted all over the USA but is rare in Virginia. These harmless snakes are very adaptable to a large number of habitats but prefer farmlands, wetlands, thickets, and hardwood forests. They are also spotted in abandoned urban areas in search of rodents....
The gyrfalcon (Falco rusticolus) is considered to be the largest falcon in the world. These falcons live in the Arctic environment and prefer to stick to the Northern Hemisphere of the world. They are considered to be stunning in appearance mostly because of their polymorphic bodies. Females of these birds are usually said to be bigger in size as well as in weight than males.There are many places in the north where one can find the gyrfalcon....
Have you ever wondered why most dinosaurs were giant, heavy-bodied animals, and not smaller? The discovery of the dinosaur that we are going to learn about helped scientists solve this question. Hesperonychus, meaning ‘western claw’, is considered to be quite possibly the smallest known carnivorous dinosaur found in North America. Its fossils were unearthed in 1982 in the Dinosaur Provincial Park, which is located in the province of Alberta in Canada....
House centipedes, scientifically known as Scutigera coleoptrata, is a kind of arthropod that generally prefers humid, damp, and temperate climates. Hence, they are easily found in homes and buildings. These are yellowish-gray-colored centipedes with three dark stripes and a flattened body with 15 pairs of legs divided into segments and each pair of legs being one segment. Apparently, they are called house centipedes because they prefer the temperature of human homes, especially damp areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, basements....
Humpback whales are large baleen whales with the scientific name Megaptera novaeangliae. They survive in large water oceans and seas feeding on an omnivorous diet of plankton, krill and fish. They have a black dorsal side and a white ventral side. Humpback whales are also characterized by their baleen plates, large pectoral fins, and unique dorsal fin.Humpbacks survive in large water bodies and are known to have four distinct populations based on their location....
What’s that bug? It’s the Green June beetle! Found in the North of California, this animal is well known for its violent and destructive tendencies. The Green June beetle - Texas, particularly presents problems for farmers. At less than a few inches, these creatures spend their nights lazing in the soil and coming up to the surface during the day to feed and destroy human crops and fruits. They are also called the June Bug and get their name from the month of June, which is when they are the most active....
This Dinosauria Theropoda from the north, which is also known as the genus from the late Jurassic period and the early Tithonian age, is named after the famous researcher Peter Langham. The Stokesosaurus langhami was once classified under the species Stokesosaurus, as not many specimens of this species were found, with only one specimen to date recovered by the paleontology community. Their classification was often a vague concept and originally their belonging was linked to several other dinosaurs from history....
The Orthoptera meaning has been derived from the ancient Greek word ‘orthos’ meaning straight and ‘ptera’ meaning wings. This order comprises grasshoppers, locusts, crickets, and other related insects like katydids. They are mostly found in tropical regions and forests and also certain Orthoptera are aquatic and semi-aquatic. The Orthoptera tends to live alone but some of them like grasshoppers tend to form groups and swarms to attack crops and thus, they are known as pests....
Ovenbirds belong to the Aves class of the Parulidae family. These tiny yet adorable birds are very migratory. They usually tend to migrate from place to place in different seasons. Ovenbirds originated from North America, and they usually shift to mid-America during winters. They can fly up to 64km/h in the night when they shift to a summer home. Ovenbirds are oval with olive green, brown, orange stripes and pink legs, enhancing the beauty of the species....
Found in the cold, deep waters of the Northern Pacific, including the Bering Sea, the Pacific cod is a large fish growing up to three feet in length. Most people are well aware of cod due to their high commercial value. Cod liver oil is a great source of nutrients whereas Pacific cod fillet is sold as a delicacy across countries. It is the Pacific cod that was originally used in the fish n’ chips recipe which gave it the name true cod....
Protoceras was an animal that belonged to an extinct genus of protoceratid individuals. The meaning of the name refers to ‘first horns.’ The name was given by Marsh (1891) and Carroll (1988). According to references, they were divided into subfamilies by Matthew (1908), Webb (1981), Prothero (1998), Webb et al. (2003), and Prothero and Ludtke (2007). There were three species classification in the genus Protoceratidae: Protoceras celer, Protoceras neatodelpha, and Protoceras skinneri....
Have you heard of any animals that resemble flowers but are actually a marine animal? Here we will discuss such a unique, fascinating sea creature, called sea anemone.Sea anemones are beautiful soft-bodied living aquatic animals related to corals and jellyfish. They are also called ‘flowers of the sea’ because of their shape. They are named after the anemone flower. Speaking about sea anemone anatomy, they have cylindrical bodies and have tentacles with stinging cells....
Do you like to see fishes in an aquarium? Are you someone who loves to know about different types of fishes? Then we are here to help you with facts about one of the most interesting species known as tang fish. Tang fishes are also referred to as Surgeonfish or Doctorfish and are one of the most wonderful additions to the reef and the aquarium, they are fascinating fish. This family of fish includes about 86 species that are extant in the marine fish that live in the tropical seas....
The Tibetan Terrier is a domesticated dog breed. As their name suggests, these dogs originated in Tibet. They do not belong to the Terrier group of dogs but were named for their similarities with some other terrier dogs. Their original Tibetan name is Tsang Apso. The Tibetan Terrier dog is a very affectionate, gentle, amiable, and intelligent being. Since they were created to be companion dogs for humans, they do very well with people and families....
The tufted titmouse is a small songbird who is a part of the tit bird and chickadee bird family. The name of their genus Baeolophus means that they are small crested. These birds usually live in smaller parties with parents and their offspring in well-vegetated areas. These birds are quite active and noisy. They make a variety of noises that can be a whistle, a song or even a monotonous sound....
Are you fascinated by turtles? If yes, then here we have some of the most interesting information on the magnificent wood turtle species. The North American wood turtle or the black wood turtle (scientific name: Glyptemys insculpta) is seen in different locations in North America. They can mainly be seen in northeastern parts of the United States and Canada, such as northern Michigan, southern Ontario, and Quebec. These animals love to stay near water sources, like streams, rivers, or creaks....
man holding and kissing four husky puppies Credit: davit85 / Adobe Stock On This Page What Is the Average Cost of a Puppy? 9 Expenses That Impact How Much a Puppy Costs How Can I Save? We can all agree that puppies are adorable and that they're a lot of work. But what many people don't realize is just how much a puppy costs. Because it's not only about the fee you pay to adopt a puppy or pick one up from a breeder....
When Steve Jenkins adopted his pet pig Esther, famously known as Esther the Wonder Pig on social media, he had no idea she would change his life forever. Esther’s adoption story began when a friend of Jenkins’ messaged him on Facebook asking if he was interested in adopting a mini pig. He didn’t know quite what they were in for when he agreed, but Jenkins brought home Esther the next day....
white dog with a grey ring around his right eye hit by car now walking with aid from some wheels Credit: Courtesy of Cincinnati Animal CARE A pit bull mix is getting a second chance at life thanks to a few generous volunteers and some amazing therapy. Nokia was first brought into the Cincinnati Animal CARE shelter Oct. 3. He’d been hit by a car and had lost the use of his back legs....
