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The Pacific walrus (scientific name odobenus rosmarus) is one of the two subspecies of walrus found in the world. The other subspecies is known as the Atlantic walrus. They are found around the Arctic circle, on the ice floes, and remote rocky coastlines around the northern oceans. The walrus is the only living species of the family Obodenidae. Atlantic walruses and Pacific walruses are known for their whiskers and tusks, which is the most distinguishing feature of these animals....

The Semipalmated Sandpiper, Calidris pusilla, is a very small sandpiper. It is quite tiny and its length can range from 5-6 in (12–15 cm). Its wingspan can be anywhere between 13.8-14.6 in (35-37 cm). They have black legs along with a dark-colored bill. When these birds are together in a significant number, they are also known as stints or peeps like the North American sandpipers. They construct their nests on land instead of trees....

A smalleye hammerhead shark belongs to the hammerhead shark species. It is known as the smalleye hammerhead shark as it has considerably small eyes. Other species known from the genus Sphyrna are the great hammerhead shark (Sphyrna mokarran), the scalloped hammerhead shark (Sphyrna lewini), smooth hammerhead shark (Sphyrna zygaena), and the bonnethead shark (Sphyrna tiburo). There are nine different species from the family Sphyrnidae so far.The smalleye hammerhead, Sphyrna tudes, is also known as golden hammerhead or curry shark due to the golden color body it inherits....

Many people know about honey bees and bumble bees, but they are unaware of little solitary bees around them. If you haven’t noticed yet, they are a treasure waiting for you to discover! Solitary bees are good pollinators with a unique lifestyle living around your premises without realizing it. There are many bee species in which 90% of bees are solitary bees that do not make honey, wax, and with no such thing as solitary beehive because they are not social like honeybees; instead, they live alone in their nest....

There are a total of 60 different species of eagles in the world. The white-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster) is one among the same family. White-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster) are carnivorous birds and they prefer living in terrestrial habitats. These eagles are seen in southern China, Australia, Tasmania, and New Guinea. They are seen in southeast Asia, including India, Singapore, Philippians, and Indonesia.Female white-bellied sea eagles (Haliaeetus leucogaster) are slightly bigger as compared to the males....

Glamour and glitter go hand in hand, but what is glitter after all?Glitter is made from very tiny reflective particles, commonly available in multiple color combinations, shapes, and sizes. Everyone needs some glitter in their life!It is a component adored by adults and kids alike. Childhood fairytales would have been so dull and lusterless were it not for fairy dust, shimmery wands of angels, and sparkles in princesses’ dresses and sandals....

There’s nothing better than puppy love, so who better to spend Valentine’s Day with than your adoring pooch? Take this quiz to find out the best way to celebrate the day of love with your furriest best friend. Something went wrong. An error has occurred and your entry was not submitted. Please try again. There’s nothing better than puppy love, so who better to spend Valentine’s Day with than your adoring pooch?...

Your kitty is purr-fect. Well, except for the paunchy belly that seems to be weighing her down. Your cat isn’t the only one who has some extra “fluff”—according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), nearly 60 percent of cats in the United States are overweight. The problem? Excess weight is a concern because it leads to life-limiting illnesses like heart disease and diabetes. Wondering how to help your cat lose weight?...

Chihuahuas seem like tiny dogs that require extreme care and patience while handling, but once these little dogs learn to be obedient from a young age, they are the best companions.Are you willing to get a Chihuahua and cuddle it all day long? As exciting as it feels, it is also a must that you know how to train a Chihuahua.Chihuahuas need special care because of their small size, and they find it difficult to adjust quickly to a new neighborhood....

Ever wondered why metals can conduct heat and electricity while non-metals aren’t able to conduct electricity?Well, the answers in science are quite fascinating because they open a whole new world of metals and their ability to control electricity.Metals and non-metals are different from each other when the question of conductors comes into play. Metals are known to be perfect for conduction because of their atom structure. They not only conduct electric current but also can work as a conductor to transfer thermal temperature....

As a student pilot at SAMS Academy, 17-year-old Cody Anderson spends hours training both on the ground and high in the sky. SAMS Academy hopes that Anderson is the first of many students to participate in rescue flights transporting dogs from overcrowded New Mexico animal shelters to areas where they have a higher chance of getting adopted. “I thought it would be a great opportunity to go to a new airport, learn cross-country flying, and why not save a dog’s life while doing that?...

As much as we may hate to admit it, we all love fast food. After a long day, there’s just nothing better than hopping in the car and taking a quick joyride with your dog to the drive-thru. And there’s no shame in sneaking your pup a bite or two on the drive home (as long as the snack is safe for dogs to eat, of course), but our extra spoiled furry friends deserve a bit more....

Dolphins are an effectively communicating species of aquatic mammals that live in almost all aquatic environments.There are nearly 42 species of marine dolphins all over the world. Though they live in the deeper part of the ocean, they are mammals who come to the surface to breathe, just like whales.Dolphins belong to the Animalia kingdom and Mammalia class. They have light gray to dark gray color on their backs, white under their bellies and below the jaws....

Orange tabby cat stands in long grass Credit: Christopher Freeman / Getty Some cats are perfectly content with being strictly indoors at all times. But for felines that roam the outdoors, there’s a chance a curious cat could encounter a snake who isn’t their biggest fan. So, what do you do if your cat suffers a snakebite? Cat Snakebite Symptoms If your cat has been bitten by a snake, they may start to exhibit certain symptoms....

One of the most common reasons why dogs get hiccups is that they are eating or drinking too quickly.A dog that has hiccups is quite an adorable sight. There is no fixed age at which it is common for dogs to experience hiccupping episodes.Overexcitement in puppies could be one reason why hiccups occur in dogs. A puppy with hiccups can seem very cute. For a puppy, hiccupping after lunch and dinner or while sleeping can be a frequent event....

man petting cat who is standing on gold autumn leaves; autumn names for cats Credit: qunamax / Getty On This Page Girl Cat Names Boy Cat Names Cute Fall Cat Names Halloween Names Black Cat Names Fall Food Names There's nothing cozier than curling up by the fire with a warm cuppa and a purring kitty. So if you're adopting a new furry companion during this time of year (or if you just love autumn in general), find inspiration from this list of fall cat names....

India, with its diversified culture and vast history, is one of the world’s oldest civilizations.It spans from the snow-capped Himalayan ranges in the north to the tropical rain forests in the south, covering 1,269,220 sq mi (3,287,263 sq km). Due to mountains and the sea, India, the world’s seventh-largest country, is geographically unique from the rest of Asia.It has a 9,445 mi (15,200 km) long land boundary. The seashore of the mainland is 4,670 mi (7,517 km) long....

Black cat looking away from the camera, back side in main view Credit: Grace Cary / Getty Putting on underwear is as much of a routine as brushing teeth. Underwear offers comfort, support, and cleanliness—to name just a few benefits. People have been donning undergarments dating back 7,000 years, according to this article from a British online newspaper. And it’s safe to assume that most of us don’t sit around questioning the importance of our delicates....

Birds are attractive species that are bestowed with beautiful colorations of wings and tails.The magic of blue-colored birds is what captivates people. Regardless of whether you like to watch them while they’re flitting about in the trees, or while they’re catching insects on the ground, there are endless varieties of bluebirds to keep an eye out for.Birds are beautiful, and there are many varieties to learn about. It’s important for kids to learn about the different types of birds, their habitats, and what they eat....

Pigs belong to the Suidae family (even-toed ungulate). They are omnivorous mammals that have stout-body and short legs. They have thick skin with sparsely coated short bristles.Pigs are intelligent and friendly animals that live together in a herd. Their biological structure is quite similar to humans; therefore, scientists usually perform medical trials on pigs before experimenting on humans.Most pigs in the wild survive on plant-based food such as roots, fruits, leaves, and flowers....