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The yellow oriole (Icterus nigrogularis) is also known as plantain, small corn bird, or gonzalito. This species belongs to the Icterus genus. They are often confused with the yellow hooded oriole. These birds are found in South America, Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad, the Guianas, northern Brazil, northern Roraima state, eastern Amapá, and California. Their resemblance to hooded orioles makes it difficult to keep track of this species. This species is sometimes referred to as Australasian yellow oriole, green oriole, or baltimore oriole....

Hibiscus is popularly known as pua aloalo or ma’o hau hele in the Hawaiian language.Hibiscus shrubs can range from a height of about only 3 ft (0.9 m) to as high as 15 ft (4.5 m) in full growth. These shrubs can be found in many places on the islands of Hawaii state.The official state flower of Hawaii is the yellow hibiscus, also known as Hibiscus Brackenridgei, in scientific terms. This flower is not declared endangered due to its decline in natural habitat; hence it is preserved and looked after in Hawaii....

Along with our affinity for sharing the best spot on the couch and indulging in the occasional salmon croquette, we have a lot in common with our feline friends. Adult humans have 32 teeth; adult cats have 30. We also share the same type of teeth: incisors, canines or fangs, premolars, and molars. People brush their teeth at least once a day and cats should, too—with your help, of course. Here’s how to brush your cat’s teeth....

Sandy, a two-year-old golden retriever, is finally safe after going missing for two months. The Pennsylvania pup got lost near a dog park in late November of last year while out with her owner, Kaitlyn Kolinsky. Kolinsky was at a local dog park with Sandy and her other dog, Tucker, on November 27 when Sandy went missing. As they were heading back to the car, a loud noise from a nearby skate park startled Sandy and the scared dog took off....

oldest dog, guinness world record Credit: Toby Keith We now know who is the oldest living dog in the world, according to Guinness World Records: a cold-cuts enjoying Chihuahua named after a country music star. That would be TobyKeith, who Guinness confirmed is the “oldest dog living” on March 16 at the age of 21 years, 66 days. If math isn’t your thing, he was born Jan. 9, 2001 (when I was in first grade)....

There are many weird, wacky, and fun names given to groups of animals!Many names for groups of animals give us a hint about their appearance or certain characteristics which they possess. Though there are common collective nouns for certain types of animals, the names given often add a fun element while referring to groups of different species.Giraffes are known to be social animals that travel in herds. Though ‘herd’ is the usual collective noun used for this animal species, there are a few other words that have been given to these groups in accordance with their features....

On the couch, the kitchen counter, the bed, behind the curtain, your computer, your printer, your head … What do all of these places have in common? If you’re a cat parent, you know the answer: Your cat has slept there. Those places and many more are favorite resting spaces for cats. Have you ever wondered if all of this sleeping is normal? Cats spend 15–20 hours a day resting or sleeping....

Affectionate, intelligent, playful, and completely adorable, it’s no wonder that beagles are the seventh most popular dog breed in America. Initially bred for hunting small game, such as rabbits and hare, beagles possess an excellent sense of smell and an inquisitive, active demeanor. Their large dark brown or hazel eyes are offset by long floppy ears and a face that could melt your heart into a puddle. Finding the perfect name for your sweet beagle companion can be overwhelming....

Haiti is a gorgeous Caribbean nation located on the Hispaniola islands.Haiti is known for its rich history, cultural extent, and the amazing scenery that the country is home to. The country is filled with golden beaches, mountains, and clear waters.However, all is not good with the country as it ranks among the poorest countries in the world. Haiti is one of the lowest-income countries in the Americas with a major part of the population living below the poverty line....

dog stands by football toy in large grassy area Credit: Jesse Walker / Getty Super Bowl LVII (also known as the football game that interrupts Rihanna’s concert) is almost here. The Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday, and we can already smell the buffalo dip and hot wings from here. While our dogs might not know the significance of Super Bowl Sunday, make sure your party is dog-friendly, with treats, toys, and outfits especially for them....

woman at laptop with tissue sneezing as her white long-haired cat lays on the desk nearby Credit: Kiwis / Getty On This Page So No Hypoallergenic Cat Breeds, Huh? Creating Cats for Allergy Sufferers Best Cat Breeds for Allergies Tips for People With Cat Allergies If you're a pet lover with cat allergies, you've certainly wondered whether there are hypoallergenic cats. The prospect of being able to hold a fluffy kitty without sniffling, sneezing, or itching sounds too good to be true for many of us....

The aardwolf (Proteles cristata) is an insectivorous mammal species that resembles a thin striped hyena. The aardwolf has black vertical stripes over a yellowish coat of fur and a bushy tail. ‘Aardwolf’ means ’earth wolf’ in Afrikaans and Dutch. Also known as the civet hyena, maanhaar-jackal and termite-eating hyena, the aardwolf belongs to the hyena family. The aardwolf is native to East and South Africa.The front feet of an aardwolf have five toes each....

The blue poison dart frog (Dendrobates tinctorius Azureus) is a species of frog belonging to the Dendrobatidae family. They are a variant of the dyeing poison dart frogs. This species is mostly found in Central and South America. Their preferred habitat comprises humid areas that are close to a water source. They reside in the rainforest islands and Sipaliwini savanna. The bright blue coloration of their skin warns their potential predators not to eat them....

The bluehead wrasse (Thalassoma bifasciatum) is one of the most fascinating fish out there! Their most notable feature is their blue head, which can range in color from light to dark blue. They live somewhere between 10–20 years on average and this bluehead fish is a common sight in clear, shallow bays and estuaries. It can be found throughout the eastern coast of North America, from the Atlantic Ocean to New Mexico including all the Gulf states between these two points on both sides of the coast....

Dinosaurs were a diverse group of reptiles that lived in almost all parts of the world, some 66-245 million years ago. However, they are not entirely extinct. The next time somebody says dinosaurs are extinct feel free to correct them as modern day birds are nothing but modified versions of dinosaurs because of evolution. They have always been fascinating creatures that have been a mystery for several years now. Cryolophosaurus was one such fascinating early theropod from Antarctica, belonging to the Dinosauria clade....

Have you seen a black insect that resembles a fly in your house, eating cockroach eggs? Yes, you heard it right. These are ensign wasps, and they play a significant role in controlling the population of cockroaches. Also called nightshade wasps or hatchet wasps, they belong to the family of parasitic wasps. It must be intriguing why they are called ensign wasps. Ensign means a large flag on a ship, indicating the nationality of the ship, usually flown at the rear side or stern of the ship....

The golden orb weaver, a beautiful species that belongs to the family of Araneomorph spiders, is found in different continents such as Asia, Australia, Africa, and America, and recently the species has also been found in New Zealand. The scientific name of this species is Nephila and they are also known as giant wood spiders and golden silk orb weavers. They are also known as banana spiders in the United States and are the biggest species of spiders in the country....

Italian Wolves are fascinating animals, and most children would be interested in learning about them in detail. Italian wolf (Canis lupus italicus), also popularly known as Apennine wolf, is a subspecies of the grey wolf living in the mountains of Italy since early days. This subspecies belongs to the family of Canidae and prey on large and medium-sized animals. The conservation status of this species is considered near endangered because of the illegal hunting of wolves in Italy....

In this article, we shall be talking about a magnificent bird of prey whose relative small size couldn’t limit it from striking down preys who are similar in size. The magpie shrike is a wonderful bird and can be seen in the southern part of Africa.Magpie shrikes are ‘short-body,’ ’long-tailed’ bird species that are declared as monotypic by scientists. They have a small black body with scattered white descriptions. They have a black long tail that is vaguely as long as their body....

If you are a bird lover, this article is for you. In this very article, we shall be discussing the beautiful and magnificent mangrove finch (Camarhynchus heliobates) that has been living in the mangroves of the Galapagos Islands for ages. Mangrove forests in the Galapagos Islands house a variety of birds, and the mangrove finch (Camarhynchus heliobates) is one of them. The mangrove finch is one of the 18 finch species that Charles Darwin had studied in the Galapagos Islands....