Lions are the strongest and most fascinating creatures in the wild. The Asiatic lion (Panthera leo persica), who is famous by the name ‘King of Jungle’ among kids, is now an endangered species. The king of the jungle is now no longer that strong and powerful as the population decline has made these creatures vulnerable. For the same reason, the Asiatic lions are now being protected and conserved only in the Gir Forest, Gujarat, India....
The bumblebee hummingbird belonging to the family of Trochilidae is one of the smallest birds known to exist in the world and the smallest bird found in the whole of North America. These birds are so small that they are often mistaken for bees and hence, the name ‘bumblebee hummingbird’. It is mostly found in the dense, humid tropical forests of the mountains of Mexico, but some birds are also seen in parts of the United States, particularly in the forests of Arizona....
One of the most remarkable birds that saw its extinction in the 1900s is the Carolina Parakeets. This species was the only one native to North America and was well known for its colorful feathers, and gamut of hues (yellow, green, red). They lived in flocks in the wild and in pairs when in captivity (such as in the Cincinnati Zoo). They were present in various parts of the country, such as South Carolina, Far West Texas, and the north of Florida, as well as various other locations in the south, north, and the eastern United States....
The eastern bristlebird (Dasyornis brachypterus) is an endangered species that is endemic to Australia. The population of these birds is divided in three parts, the central, southern, and northern populations which are concentrated in Barren Grounds Nature Reserve, Queensland, New South Wales, and eastern Victoria.This beautiful bird belongs to the family Dasyornithidae, and has typical features such as a brown body, pale gray underparts, and rufous wings. This species is also amongst the ground dwelling species of the world which makes them subject to habitat degradation and subsequent extinction....
Foxes are omnivorous, small to medium-sized mammals that belong to many genera in the Canidae family. Foxes have a long and bushy tail, a flattened skull, upright triangular ears, and a pointed, slightly upturned snout.The word ‘fox’ is derived from the Proto-Germanic word ‘fuhsaz’ which means ‘fox’. Foxes have smaller sizes as compared to other members of the Canidae family, such as wolves and jackals, but they can have a bigger size than other members of the family, such as a raccoon dog....
Did you ever hear a dog-like animal howling loudly in the middle of the night? The howls were that of a jackal. Jackals are small-sized canine animals related to dogs, hyenas, wolves, and coyotes as they all fall under the same genus, Canis. There are three main species of jackals: golden jackal or common jackal (Canis aureus), side-striped jackal (Canis adustus), and black-backed jackal (Canis mesomelas). Another cross-species of jackal and dog called the canid hybrid is found in several places....
Do you like to learn interesting facts about reptiles and amphibians around the world? Then you would definitely love this article.Often confused with the garter snake, lined snakes are a species of small fossorial snakes. Information regarding the natural history of this species is very limited. Their natural history is even more limited in the northern edge of its distribution, compared to the other parts of its distribution. Scattered through parts of South Dakota, New Mexico, Texas, Eastern Colorado, Central Illinois, Southeast Iowa....
The Lusotitan atalaiensis was a sauropod dinosaur whose fossil was found in Portugal. It lived in the Late Jurassic period around 152 million years ago. It lived in the Tithonian stage of the Late Jurassic period. It belonged to the Sauropoda clade, Brachiosauridae family, and Lusotitan genus. Initially, the dinosaur was classified as a Brachiosaurus, but as of 2003, a separate genus was created called Lusotitan. It was a herbivorous quadruped dinosaur that was one of the largest of its time and location....
Military Macaws are medium-sized parrot species that are known for their attractive and colorful body. The Military Macaw is now on the IUCN red list and is considered an endangered species, with its current conservation status listed as Vulnerable.This bird is generally found in the Central and Southern parts of America in countries like Mexico and Argentina. These parrots are primarily found in tropical rainforests and montane grasslands. These parrots (Military Macaws) can live for about 50-60 years in the wild and about 70 years when kept in captivity....
If you are a bird lover or love to know about different bird species, then you must already be eager to know more about this purple finch bird.Purple finches are pretty small birds that are very frequently seen in the North American regions. This bird prefers to live in the forests and urban environments. Its nest is generally found closer to human habitation. Both the purple finch female, as well as the male, are extremely social birds....
Kittens have very different nutritional needs than adult cats. That means they need to be fed foods that are specially designed just for them. Most of the time, a mother cat will take care of a kitten’s nutritional needs from the day it’s born until it’s about 4 to 6 weeks old. And if you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of needing to feed an orphaned newborn kitten, those fluffy bundles of joy will be completely dependent on you for their nutrients....
woman holding cat Credit: Linda Raymond / Getty While it’s been pretty well-documented that pets can help improve our overall health, a new study from the United Kingdom shows that dogs and cats are saving us during quarantine, too. According to the report published in Plos One, having dogs and cats in the house is mitigating some of the physiological and physical effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, when many of us are forced to stay in our homes much more than usual....
The red tail shark is a freshwater fish that belongs to Thailand.The red tail shark is known to be a very active fish. The majority of the body of the red tail shark is black, with the fin being red in color.Other names of red tail sharks are red tail shark minnow, red tail black shark, and fire tail shark. It is a small fish that is considered to be fierce....
We now know there is indeed heaven on Earth—and no, it’s not Iowa. It’s actually a small room—a kennel space—at the Sacramento SPCA. That’s where Sarah Varanini, the shelter’s PR and social media specialist, captured maybe the greatest video of all time earlier this week: 50 seconds of seven reddish-brown, ginormous puppies exploring, sniffing, and wagging their tails so much it looks like they might take off like tiny, furry helicopters....
Many people know the term black hole, but are not sure what a black hole exactly is.Some fear a black hole could destroy the world, while others believe that a black hole could suck in space around it. However, the reality is very different.Black holes are similar to objects in space, aside from the fact that they have a very strong gravitational force.It is important to understand that black holes will not cause the collapse of the universe....
Finding the right dog to share your apartment space with you (while still being a considerate neighbor) can sometimes feel limiting. Apartment size, location, and even the age of your neighbors can all become factors in determining what kind of dog suits your situation. But don’t despair! With such a wide array of dog breeds to choose from, there are a ton of great options for you—maybe even a couple you hadn’t thought to consider before....
Truffles belong to the fungi family, Ascomycota, and are spore-producing organs.In terms of function, truffles are much like mushrooms and are edible. The difference is that truffles grow under the soil.The primary function of truffles is to grow spores to give rise to new offspring. Truffles have a unique look, but they are only one of the varieties of mushrooms. They are round and have a fruiting body with spores.If you are still confused with the name related to chocolate, all you need to know is that truffles are one of the different types of mushrooms....
A person who practices classical ballet is called a ballet dancer.Many people think that ballet is practiced only by females. But, ballet is a gender-neutral form of dance.It originated in Italy in the 15th century. From there the dance gained popularity in Russia and France. It became so popular in the latter countries, that people think that ballet was actually a Russian or a French dance form. Though the basic training is the same, it requires barre training initially....
Sweden is famous for a number of things, may it be the food, landscapes, hospitality of the Swedish or the job opportunities.Discover with us the secrets of Sweden and why people around the globe visit this country every year during the summer season. Travel with us as we bring to light the famous things in the green country of Sweden.Have you ever wondered what is Sweden known for? The biggest Scandinavian country of Sweden is rated to be one of the top choices of tourists because of the beautiful weather, good ethics, picturesque landscapes, excellent culture, and safety reasons....
dog at a tailgating party Credit: Keith J Finks / Shutterstock September is in full swing, and we all know what that means: It’s football season! Whether you’re deep into a fantasy league, or just relish the opportunity for chili and appetizers (guilty), it’s an exciting season with lots to do. And just like every other occasion, we love to get our pets involved in the fun however we can....
