In this article, we will learn about damselflies which is the name given to members of the suborder Zygoptera. These insects have existed in some relatively unchanged form since the Permian period (between about 298-251 million years ago). Dragonflies and damselflies are often confused with one another; damselflies even fly like dragonflies. But these two are different insects and this article will explain how they differ and how they are similar as well....
Dogue de Bordeaux, also popular as the French Mastiff, Bordeaux Mastiff and Bordeaux dog is a very strong and muscular dog. They originated in Southern France, specifically the Bordeaux region, more than 600 years ago, explaining their name.The Dogue de Bordeaux dog breed is believed to be descended from the Bulldog, Mastiff, and Bullmastiff. They are one of the oldest breeds, which were initially used as a guard dog for elite homes, but after the French revolution, they pulled carts and were used for guarding flocks....
What’s a moth that also looks like a butterfly? What’s an insect that can feed on plants, grassy lawns, and is found in North and South America? Don’t rack your brain much because we have the answer in the form of some cool facts about this very insect, popularly known as the Fiery skipper. Hylephila phyleus is its scientific name.Look into your gardens on lush green lawns, and you’ll always find these skippers around the flowers....
The frilled lizard (Chlamydosaurus kingii) is the quirkiest animal that you will come across in the forests of Australia. Its distinctive frills strike up when threatened like a mini dragon. It is also known as the frilled necked lizard. As they are arboreal in nature, they love spending their time on trees preying on insects to feed on. The color of their skin varies according to their environment often when they’re hanging out on trees, their skin matches the barks....
There are over 350,000 species of beetles that exist, and they have existed on Earth for ages which are very evident from the fossil of Juraesalus which dates back to the Callovian era, (the last phase of the Middle Jurassic). The family Lucanidae is branched into four subfamilies namely, Aesalinae, Lampriminae, Lucaninae, Syndesinae, and these subfamilies have several genera and almost 1200 species. The Giant Stag Beetle is from the subfamily Lucaninae of genus Lucanus....
The king mackerel is an extremely popular breed for two major industries in the world that deal with fish. First is the culinary industry, wherein the king mackerel is prized and tasty meat to consume, and the second one is the recreational fishing industry. Now, this is a species of fish that comes in a big range of size and weight. Predominantly found in the sea and oceanic waters, this fish is respected for the benefits it confers to one’s heart health and overall well-being of the body....
The little bustard (Tetrax tetrax) is the only species of the genus and are known to live in grasslands. These birds are mainly resident of south of Europe, western and Central Asia, and North Africa and the populations of this species are declining due to habitat degradation. They can sometimes be spotted breeding in France.The two sexes of these birds have distinctive features. Breeding males have a bluish-gray body and black neck band which then progresses into a white collar....
The Luzon bleeding-heart dove (Gallicolumba luzonica) is one of the members of the ground dove species that is of the family Columbidae. These are one of the five bleeding-heart species in the Philippine islands. These birds are endemic to the Island of Luzon. They got their name due to the distinct feature that looks like a red patch or bleeding wound flowing out of their breast, extending to their belly. This patch is brighter in males than females....
Mantellodon (Mantellodon carpenteri) was one of the dinosaurs of the Early Cretaceous period and existed for about 79 million years. The fossil discovery of this creature took place in the quarry in Maidstone in England in the year 1834. Only post-cranial remains of this animal were unearthed, which were not sufficient to fully describe these dinosaurs.These creatures were grouped under the Ornithopoda and Ornithischia clades. They were described as dinosaurs with bulky bodies and were covered with scales....
The mountain hawk-eagle, Nisaetus nipalensis as it is scientifically known, is also known as Hodgson’s hawk-eagle. It belongs to the Accipitridae family. It is the largest in its genus out of 10 recognized species. It is native to Asia and the range includes the Himalayas, eastern and southern parts of China, Japan, Russia, North Korea, India, and Sri Lanka. As the name suggests, the preferred habitat of this species is mountainous forests....
The parrots native to New Zealand can be divided into three species, namely the kakapo (Strigops habroptilus), kea (Nestor notabilis), and New Zealand kaka (Nestor meridionalis). Popular as the bulkiest parrot species in the entire world, Strigops habroptilus, derives its name from the Māori vocabulary kākāpō. The term kākāpō, when translated into English, implies a night parrot. This fits in well with the bird’s behavior as, unlike the kakas (diurnal), these birds are nocturnal, just like the owls....
The owl finch has earned its name for its dual physical features. It is because while this small bird might have a body of a finch, its face resembles that of an owl. Colored black, white, and gray in color, this finch is a very social bird! While finding owl finch birds for sale depends on their availability in your area, these two-toned birds can be regularly seen all across Australia....
Possums are wild animals that fall under the marsupials category. These creatures are very familiar with the technique called ’the play dead’. These animals often play dead as a defense mechanism to protect themselves when they feel threatened or to protect themselves from danger caused by humans. They are solitary and nocturnal animals and are mainly found in wild areas like trees, brushy places, or in woodpiles in North America and Australia....
The resplendent quetzal (pharomachrus mocinno) definitely qualifies as the largest bird in the trogon family native to the Cloud Forest in Central America. Quetzals can be found from Chiapas, Mexico to western Panama. There are two subspecies of resplendent quetzal namely pharomachrus mocinno and pharomachrus mocinno costaricensis. They are an important part of Mesoamerican mythology. Pharomachrus mocinno is also the national bird of Guatemala. They are known for their colorful bodies....
The spotted tilapia is a ray-finned fish cichlid from the Pelmatolapia genus of fish. The species is endemic to the African continent and is found in central and west Africa. It is a very adaptable and robust fish. It can live in shallow or deep waters and can handle varying levels of salinity, preferring brackish and freshwater. It can also survive in varying temperatures of water. This Tilapia mariae (spotted tilapia) is perhaps best known for being a very aggressive, territorial, and invasive species....
If you are interested in keeping a hamster as a pet, it is an excellent idea as it makes a fantastic pet. Among the different species of hamsters available globally, Golden hamsters are the best choice for pets because of their perfect size that fits in your hand. A Syrian hamster, known as a Golden hamster, is a rodent. Their population in the wild has decreased. The reason for the hamster’s population decrease is habitat loss and killing by humans to protect agriculture yield....
A toy poodle belongs to the poodle breed that comes in three varieties, including toy poodles, standard poodles, and miniature poodles. The poodle is the national dog of France and is known as Caniche which means a ‘duck dog’. The toy poodle is regarded as the smallest among the poodle breed but shares the same temperamental and physical features as others belonging to the poodle breed. They are highly intelligent, smart, outgoing, and easy to train dogs that are great for being a family pet....
Trapdoor spider is a name given to a variety of tropical spiders that make their homes underground. Their name originates from the cork-like trapdoor that they build their nest under. Trapdoor spiders are often confused with the bigger and more dangerous funnel-web spiders. However, unlike the funnel-web spider, trapdoor spiders have brown mottled markings. Trapdoor spiders are close relatives of tarantulas but are smaller and less hairy. Their body is thinly covered in hair and they have eight eyes, a pair in the middle with three located on each side....
Earthworms are famous invertebrates living all over the world.Why are earthworms said to be rich in hearts? The fact of the matter is that when you have many hearts, you obviously tend to be rich in hearts in this world, right?An earthworm possesses hearts (yes, plural!). The little worm that works on organic matter in soil has a more important role other than converting organic matter into compost for plants to grow well in soil....
Sensory nerves, spinal nerves, cranial nerves, and many, many more!Yes, you guessed it right! These are all vital nerves in the human body that enable your daily sensory and motor activities.Our nervous system comprises the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) and the Central Nervous System (CNS). The brain, nerves, and the spinal cord are significant components of the central nervous system, whereas the peripheral nervous system connects various body parts to the central nervous system....
