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Red-crowned cranes are the largest among all the cranes. They received their name because of the exposed red skin on their head. Their population is mostly found in wetlands of East Asia, especially on Hokkaido Island, and the river basin of the Amur, in Eastern Russia. In winter, they migrate to the Korean peninsula, Japan, and China. Due to decreasing population, they are labeled as a Vulnerable species today. These birds have been hunted down for centuries....

The sand bubbler crab of Scopimera and Dotilla genera is of the family Dotillidae. Their body color matches the sand. Peter Frosskal, a Swedish-speaking Finnish naturalist and explorer, first described the sand bubbler crab as Cancer sulcatus in 1775. Wilhelm de Haan first described the Scopimera genus as a subgenus under Ocypode in 1833. However, Scopimera globosa, the first species, was officially described in 1835. Later, William Stimpson published the available Dotilla instead of the preoccupied name Doto, which was a genus name given in 1833....

The Temminck’s tragopan, scientifically known as Tragopan temminckii, belongs to the genus Tragopan. They are fluffy and ground-living horned pheasants that got their name from the bright fleshy horns of the males, which stand straight during the courtship displays.The genus Tropogan contains four other species: the Western tragopan melanocephalus, Satyr tragopan, Tragopan blythii, and Tragopan caboti.All these tragopans prefer mountain and forest areas and high hilly areas for cold temperatures—they nest and breed on trees during the breeding season....

One of the most beautiful members of the Ficedula family is the Ficedula superciliaris. The ultramarine flycatcher is an absolute sight to behold, chirping melodiously from west to east along the beautiful Himalayas and other countries of the Indian subcontinent.Also called the white-browed blue flycatcher, this little bird breeds in the foothills of the Himalayas and winters in the warmer regions of southern India. If you are eager to know about its preferred habitat, open mixed forests is your answer....

Western Meadowlark (Sturnella neglecta) is a medium-sized North American bird that belongs to the order Passeriformes, family Icteridae. Their scientific name Neglecta, which is a Latin word that means overlooked, ignored, or neglected.The Western Meadowlark nest is always bred by the female bird on a breeding ground, hidden neatly with leaves and bushes. The nest is made so that there is always a runway area in front of the entrance. The young one receives care from its family for two weeks after the eggs hatch....

Dogs do not just kick behind themselves against the ground when they poop but also after they pee too.The body of a dog is constantly producing essential chemical reactions. These reactions allow dogs to communicate with their kind through pheromones.This behavior might seem off to humans, but in the world of canines, it is normal. They might even take pride in it. Of course, some human behaviors are confusing to dogs too, but they would only question you with a woof!...

kobe sitting in car Credit: Courtesy of Smithtown Animal Shelter A hard start to life and a congenital heart defect couldn’t keep “the world’s happiest dog” down. Kobe, a 3-year-old English bulldog-pit bull mix, has now found a loving owner and his forever home. Derek Bullock, a former corrections officer from Nassau County, N.Y., “just fell in love” after meeting Kobe, Denise Vibal, a Smithown animal control officer, tells Daily Paws....

light colored dog in a blue carrier Credit: Courtesy of Deb and Mike Harris Every family will experience a learning curve when adopting a new pet. Puppies conjure special challenges, but adopting a special needs dog is a league of its own. Just ask Mike and Deb Harris of Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., the new pet parents of Sweet Potato Pie (who also goes by Pie), a blind senior Yorkshire Terrier mix who joined their family and subsequently stole their hearts....

Irrespective of the place you live, every person on Earth at one point in their life has complained about irritating mosquito bites.Mosquitoes are extremely annoying creatures and humans are intolerant of their frequent bites. Apart from that, there’s another thing that makes these insects less wanted, they are capable of transmitting a few deadly pathogens and viruses that cause widespread diseases in humans.There are more than 3,5oo distinct species of mosquitoes that are distributed all around the world....

There are numerous ways to describe double-coated dogs, including fluffy, poofy, and downy. And of course, totally snuggable! However, if you have your heart set on one of these breeds, do a deeper dive into their care, as each furry Fido with this unique coat requires a particular grooming regimen. We have expert advice that might help. double coated dog border collie with woman in white flowers Credit: Xsandra / Getty What Is a Double-Coated Dog?...

Did you know that anatomically modern humans or the Homo sapiens first developed in Africa?Africa has ever since flourished with rich culture and resources. Come let’s explore this earliest continent together and get to know Africa a little more.Africa has been considered the oldest continent to have been inhabited by humankind. Evidence has been found that dates back to as early as seven million years ago. This evidence included fossils of the earliest hominid species that were speculated to be the ancestors of our kind....

Group sports are amazing, they are a way of not only forming bonds inside the team but also coming together as a team to defend against the opponent.Playing dodgeball is one of the most famous group sports that are being played today. Many people also refer to this sport as throw balls or softballs, simply because we throw balls at the members of another team.The idea of a dodgeball game is similar to just any other team sports game, to come together as a team and eliminate the opponent....

With a surface area of 23,010 sq. mi (59,596 sq. km), Lake Huron is a prominent lake known as one of the five Great Lakes of North America and the third-largest freshwater lake on earth.It’s the fourth largest lake in the world. The surface area of the Great Lakes, when combined, is 94,250 sq. mi (244,106 sq. km), making it the largest surface of freshwater in the world.Of all the great lakes, Lake Huron has the longest shoreline, expanding to roughly 3,827 mi (6159 km), and also has an underwater forest that has 7,000-year-old trees!...

Boise, which is the capital city of Idaho, lies in the northwest region of the mighty Pacific northwest.The capital city is full of manmade and natural attractions. It is a perfect destination for all history lovers and indie music lovers.The city has a welcoming and warm community representing public art all over the city and in its museums. There are several art and historical places to explore including some mouth-watering food that you must try in the capital city of Idaho....

Potato farming has been used as a major crop in the western world, especially in Europe, more specifically in Ireland.The Great Hunger, also known as the Irish Potato Famine, affected the Irish people, Irish culture, and famine victims who faced food shortages. The mass starvation forced the Irish population to migrate, often to America.Famine-related diseases developed, and Irish poverty was at its peak due to a lack of their staple food....

In today’s world, there remain only six species of lungfish. This fish species has a unique body and fins and is widespread in South America, Africa as well as Australia. What is more surprising is that these fish have been on Earth since the Triassic period. This prehistoric species has survived for nearly 400 million years and are sometimes also called ’living fossils’. The name ‘lungfish’ comes from the presence of an arrangement that acts like lungs for these fish, making it easier for them to breathe in air and adapt without water!...

The Alioramus was a medium-sized theropod dinosaur from the Late Cretaceous period. The genus Alioramus was categorized among the Tyrannosauridae. The name Alioramus means ‘different branch’. There were two types of Alioramus. The first was Alioramus remotus, which was a partially discovered fossil bone from Mongolian sediments which date back to 70 million years ago. The discovered fossil bones consist of a partial skull and three feet bones. The type species, Alioramus remotus, was first described by Sergei Kurzanov in 1976, a Soviet paleontologist....

Sparrows are one the most magnificent bird species that inhabit the world. There will rarely be a person who doesn’t like listening to sparrow chirps. In this very article, we shall be learning about the Bell’s sparrows that live in the western region of the United States near the coast of California.Bell’s sparrow (Artemisiospiza Belli) are small sparrows who inhabit the sagebrush, saltbush, and chamise shrub areas near the US west coast....

If you are a dog lover then you are bound to fall in love with the mixed-breed Corkie. The parent breeds of the Corkie are the Cocker Spaniel and Yorkie. These are obedient and loyal dogs and have a great temperament which they inherit from their parents. They are known to get along well with everyone in the family. An everyday exercise for your puppy is a must. Since these are active dogs, they should be taken for walks every day, so that they stay healthy and fit....

Diracodon was a genus of dinosaurs that roamed the Earth during the Late Jurassic period. Some claim this species to be a junior synonym of Stegosaurus. They were largely herbivorous by nature and lived in the present-day region of North America. The physical characteristics of this dinosaur are still unknown. However, it can be presumed that just like Stegosaurus stenops, they too might have had a flexible tail, covered with bony spikes....