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Do you love hares? Keep on reading to know about this fascinating species native to the Alps and North America. Arctic hares (Lepus arcticus) are found in the Canadian Arctic Islands, Greenland, and Northern Canada. Whereas, mountain hares (Lepus timidus), often confused with European hares, are native to the Alps, Hokkaido, Ireland, and Poland. Snowshoe rabbits (Lepus americanus), also known as Varying Hares, are are hare species of hare found in the boreal forests of North America, New England, and Alaska....

Jumping Bean Moths are widely known for their larvae which inhabit the insides of the Sebastiana Pavoniana tree’s fruit, also known as Mexican Jumping Beans. They are known for bouncing, or ‘jumping’ in warmer climates. The female moth lays eggs on the flowers of the shrub. They hatch and the moth larva makes its way into the capsule of the fruit while it grows. The larva eats the seeds, and makes an exit hole in them....

The Ozraptor is also known as Ozraptor subotaii and pronounced as ‘Oz-rap-tore’. The Ozraptor fossil was discovered in Colalura sandstone in Australia. It is known to have existed in the middle Jurassic (Bajocian) time period around 175 million years ago. Little is known about the habitat of this Theropod, but it is believed that it inhabited the woodlands of Australia.The Australian Ozraptor, just like other dinosaurs, reproduced sexually. In this process, males used to deposit sperm inside the bodies of females, and females used to lay eggs that were fertilized....

A hybrid of Shih Tzu and Pekingese is known as Peke-a-Tzu, Peke-Tzu, Shinese, or Shih-teze is one of the perfect dogs that would steal your heart, the dog would go to any extent to protect humans. The Shih Tzu Pekingese mix dog breed is very playful and likes the company of children and other small dogs.While talking about the parent breeds of the Shinese, the Shih Tzu breed is considered one of the oldest breeds, it is said that these dogs originated in Tibet....

The pink fairy armadillo (family chlamyphoridae) has another name called pichiciego. The pink fairy armadillo (scientific name Chlamyphorus truncatus) is found only in central Argentina. It has a spatula-like tail that protrudes from its shell. They are only found in Argentina and primarily around Buenos Aires. The pink fairy armadillo (scientific name chlamyphorus truncatus) leverages its front leg claws when they need to dig, has a fusiform body shape, and a carapace (a protective shell)....

The Pitbull Basset Hound mix is one of those unique crossbreeds with a great temperament and friendly nature. Basset Pitbull mix belongs to the Mammal class of the Canidae family. The scientific name of the Pit Bull mix, as with all dogs, is Canis lupus familiaris. Pitbull Basset Hound mixes are the rarest crossbreed dogs that are the result of crossbreeding Pitbull terrier and Basset Hound. The Basset Hound mix is found all over the world....

The Pitbull Chihuahua mix is one of the most common family dogs out there. This breed is a unique breed which has been formed by cross breeding purebred American Pitbull terrier and long haired Chihuahua. Moreover, these puppies are full of energy and playful, making this breed an ideal choice for families that are very active and are looking for a fun and sociable pet. This mixed breed is also referred to as a Pithuahua and a Chipit....

A deceptively beautiful reptile, the San Francisco garter snake is a vividly multicolored subspecies of the garter snake. It is often called the most beautiful snake in all of America. An elusive creature, this snake prefers living in marshy areas and is very difficult to trace and capture.The San Francisco garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis tetrataenia) lives in an ecosystem that also hosts other garter snakes, including the garden garter snake, western terrestrial garter snake, and the Santa Cruz garter snake....

Most of our oceans still remain a mystery to us. We are often startled to learn about some of the species that are closer to us than we may have thought. One such interesting fish species is the slippery dick (Halichoeres bivittatus), or the slippery dick wrasse that lives in the waters of the western Atlantic Ocean. This is a tropical fish that resides in shallow water, mainly in rocky coral reefs, and is sometimes also found in seagrass habitats....

The Channa asiatica, small snakehead, is an invasive aquatic snakehead fish species native to parts of Asia and Africa. This fish gets its name from the long and cylindrical body and large scales on its body, giving them the snake’s look. The northern snakehead has also introduced and established its population in places like the United States and has disrupted the natural aquatic feeding structure in the ecosystem. In the United States, there are four other species of Channa asiatica: Channa argus (northern snakehead), Channa micropeltes (giant snakehead), Channa marulius (bullseye snakehead), and Channa maculate (blotched snakehead)....

A genus of birds called Platalea of the family Threskiornithidae, spoonbills are wading birds found all over the world. They live in wetlands, estuaries, and lakes and can live in both saltwater and freshwater. There are six different species of spoonbills which are the Eurasian spoonbill or European spoonbill (Platalea leucorodia), roseate spoonbill (Platalea ajaja), royal spoonbill (Platalea regia), yellow billed spoonbill (Platalea flavipes), and African spoonbill (Platalea alba). Spoonbills are closely related to ibises and the main difference between these two birds is the shape of their bills....

Ducks are intelligent and emotional birds! The white-headed duck with its colorful features is often a delightful sight to viewers around lakes. Unlike its other species, this magnificent duck stands out due to its blue bill and a black crown over its head. These ducks have short necks and relatively smaller wings as compared to their body. True to their name, these ducks prefer diving over flying!These endangered ducks are migratory birds meaning that they are not territorial in nature....

pit bull running towards the camera in a dog park Credit: meaghanbrowning / Getty Many of us have been stuck working from home for more than a year now, so it’s not much of a surprise that some of us—who haven’t already moved—might be looking for a new home. Finding a good home for us humans is only part of the process, however. We’ve gotta take care of our dogs, too....

Slugs can be found all over the world, and there are many different types of slugs.Slugs are unique in the fact that they have no backbone. They rely on their slimy mucous from the body to protect them from predators.Slugs also have an interesting defense mechanism. They can excrete a poisonous substance from their skin that is harmful to predators. But one of the most interesting things about slugs is their nose, or should we say noses!...

Kerith the golden retriever is a 3-year-old therapy dog who has a special knack for connecting with the folks who need her the most. Kerith works daily with her pet parent Heidi Carman, director of First Responder Therapy Dogs in Marin County, Calif. The duo supports firefighters, paramedics, dispatchers, law enforcement, and search and rescue teams who deal with the physical and emotional challenges they face being everyday heroes on the job....

It’s official—fall is finally here! Soon there will be a nice chill in the air, pumpkins on every porch, and lots of colorful leaves for your dog to jump in. So next time you’re taking your precious pooch on a nice long walk, you can both smile at the satisfying crunch of the leaves under your feet (and their paws). dog in autumn leaves Credit: Courtesy of innwentadventurinn / Instagram Yep, dogs seem to love the leaves just as much as we do....

sheep chews on grass Credit: edelmar / Getty We here at Daily Paws consider ourselves a thought-provoking publisher that considers some of the pressing issues of our time. In that vein, today we ask: Who is better at herding sheep: Frankie the miniature dachshund or Babe the pig? Frankie the Mini Dachshund Dachshunds are decidedly not herding dogs. They’re in the hound group, were first bred for hunting, and have teeny tiny legs that prevent them from moving very fast....

dog with their tongue out looking at camera Credit: LittleCityLifestylePhotography / Getty It’s no secret that pets are a part of our family. And as a dog mom or a dad, you’d do anything to keep your furry one safe, happy, and healthy. If your most recent research on the latest and greatest developments in dog and cat health has introduced you to vitamins and supplements like taurine, you may wonder what all of the buzz about....

The bond between owner and pet is like no other—they’re our companions, always along for the ride no matter what ups and downs life brings. They show us joy and make us laugh, and even listen to us like they know exactly what we’re saying. As the expression goes, a dog is a man’s best friend—and it’s easy to see why. They greet us at the door every day, love us unconditionally, and even help humans live longer, happier lives....

woman standing in fall leaves with her shiba inu Credit: Elena Grigorovich / EyeEm / Getty Small but mighty, Shiba Inus are anything but ordinary. And with such a unique look and personality, it may be tough for new Shiba parents to find the perfect name to fit. Whether you want to name your pooch after her fiery fox-like look or pay homage to her ancient Japanese roots, this list of Shiba Inu names is the perfect place to start....