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Western Snowy Plover, Charadrius Nivosus as it is scientifically known belongs to the Charadriidae family and genus Charadrius. This is a small shorebird found on coastal beaches, which are also the common breeding grounds for these birds, and the range includes Washington, Oregon, Mexico, California. The habitat of these plovers includes beaches, sandy flats, salt pans, dry salt ponds. It has been observed that these birds are not found in areas or habitat types with vegetation and marshes....

The western horned tragopan, also known by its binomial name Tragopan melanocephalus, is a medium-sized bird or ‘pheasants’ because the bird belongs to several genera. This bird is not endangered yet globally and is only found in the south range of Asia, particularly in the endemic range of Himalaya and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.The local people of the areas give the western horned tragopan various titles. Some of them are DaanGeer, Phulgar, and Jujurana....

What type of animal is a white-fronted capuchin? A white-fronted capuchin monkey is an animal belonging to the monkey family. It prefers the thick jungle to swing easily from one tree to another. Also, where there is an abundance of nuts and fruits, you can spot it quickly. The scientific name (Cebus albifrons) is derived from the Greek word Kebos (Cebus), meaning long-tailed monkey. Fun White-fronted Capuchin Facts For Kids What do they prey on?...

Have you ever wondered and noticed what it’s like in the life of fishes in the sea? Whales, sharks, and dolphins are the marine creatures that suddenly come to your mind, right? But there is a whole range of other fishes too. One such fish is the Marlin which is a species of billfish. There are four types of marlins. One among them is the white marlin or Atlantic white marlin....

AKC National Championship where a row of dogs are lined up; how to watch the AKC National Championship Credit: Courtesy of Winter Churchill Photography Cheers to ringing in 2023 with some beautiful pups on some ridiculously red carpet. It’s time for the 2022 American Kennel Club National Championship presented by Royal Canin. The largest dog show in North America was held earlier in December in Orlando, Fla., but the action will appear on TV come Jan....

Chances are your pupper goes with you nearly everywhere—even when you travel. And you probably won’t be surprised to learn that dogs have been hanging out with people for thousands of years—despite the complete lack of squeaky toys in prehistoric times. In fact, friendly canines likely accompanied the first people to migrate to the New World from East Asia more than 15,000 years ago, according to a new study recently reported by CNN....

A Kentucky woman who’d lost her dog Nola when an EF-4 tornado ripped through her town of Mayfield was out looking for the dog when she asked a Dutch news crew if they had seen the missing pup. The journalists hadn’t, but as they talked and wandered around the destroyed neighborhood, the reporter noticed a dog in a yard, leading to the on-camera reunion of Nola and her overjoyed human—some happiness and relief in the midst of overwhelming devastation....

The king cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) is a dangerous snake that is strong and aggressive enough to fight any snake.Apart from feeding on small animals, insects, lizards, and birds, king cobras also kill and eat other venomous snakes, like the spectacled cobra and krait snake. King cobras are not true cobras.They are closely related to mambas in sub-Saharan Africa. There are four mamba species. The black mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis) is the most poisonous when compared to all other snakes in the Dendroaspis genus....

At one time or another, we all know what it feels like to be the last one picked. Maybe it was for a recess game or a work brainstorming session. It creates a hollow feeling. While you try to feel hopeful, it’s hard. Now imagine you’re a friendly, playful pup named Gorilla Glue (sticking to people like, well, you know!) About 3 years old, no one knows your backstory, except that you seem to be an American bulldog mix....

Cats have always managed to grab human curiosity.Big cats are no different. Lions are one of the most famous wild cats that have managed to grab human admiration for quite some time.Lions are social animals, they have many partners and they live in a family. The lionesses in the clan group together to hunt and bring food back for the rest of the clan. In a lion clan, one male lion rules the clan, and the cubs are born by the lionesses....

Feeling troubled by your dog’s coughing? Trust your gut. Persistent coughing is a sign that something’s wrong with your pup’s respiratory system and it could be pneumonia. Like in people, pneumonia in dogs is a serious but treatable condition especially if it’s caught at an early stage. Read on to learn more about pneumonia in dogs and how you can help your pooch bounce back. Causes of Pneumonia in Dogs Pneumonia occurs when your dog’s lungs become inflamed and make breathing difficult, explains Jamie Whittenberg, DVM, owner of Kingsgate Animal Hospital in Lubbock, Texas, and Senior Tailwaggers contributor....

Corn snakes feed on amphibians like frogs, small snakes, rodents, and bird eggs in their natural habitat.Corn snakes are North American amphibian species of rat snakes also known as red snakes. They are not venomous, but they do bite.Corn snakes are very active from March to November. They are highly variable in terms of colors and the patterns they exhibit vary from age to age. Most commonly you will get a corn snake as a pet in Brazil....

Horseflies are tiny in size and may seem very innocent and too small to cause much pain or harm but the truth is far from it.Horseflies are notorious and the reason behind their name is the fact that they tend to sit on horses and many other mammals and pester them. They become pests for horses and many other mammals.Horseflies are common in water logged areas, water bodies, and places where horses and other mammals are in abundance....

Adopted in 1968, the flag of Mexico has been in use since 1821.The colors on the biggest Mexican flag were first adopted for freedom for autonomy and self-rule during the Mexican War for liberty and self-sustenance. An Aztec legend inspires the design of the national coat of arms.Several other flags were in place before the present national flag came into being. The Mexican flag is called Bandera de Mexico in Spanish....

Teas are everyone’s favorite, some countries are known for their rich history which involves both invention and export of these teas which are loved by so many people today.Bubble tea or boba tea are different names for the same kind of tea. The name of this tea is different in different locations; in the east they are known as bubble tea whereas in the west they are famous for the name boba tea....

Spanish bullfighting is probably the most common type of bullfighting that we know.As dangerous as the sport is, it has a long cultural history that makes it so famous. It’s also fascinating to look at and people love the spectacle that it presents.Spanish bullfighting is not only practiced in Spain but also in countries like Mexico, Venezuela, Peru, Columbia, and Ecuador. The reason this style of bullfighting is so famous is that it is a direct physical contest....

There are interesting facts about every place on Earth and the Dominican Republic is no exception!In fact, this land has both political history and cultural diversity attached to it. If that isn’t enough for you to plan a vacation, the landscape surely will be!You may have heard of Santo Domingo, the capital state of the Dominican Republic, and it is undeniably beautiful, but the cultural heritage of the land extends much beyond that....

Tan pug stands up on dining room bench investigates bread on table top Credit: Klaus Vedfelt / Getty When you live with dogs, especially a new pup, you learn quickly how fast your home turns into one big chew toy and just how much, ahem, mess (no judgement here) is left in each room. It doesn’t take long for a curious dog to discover trash and socks under your couch and oh doggie, all those interesting cords plugged in everywhere!...

The cat family is rich in terms of the range of different wild animals included within in.The bobcat and the mountain lion are part of the range of animals in the cat family. We might be familiar with the brown mountain lion, but what about a bobcat?The difference between these two big cat species is not just the color of their tail and coat, although there is that. The coat of a bobcat and cougar can be different or the same....

Whales are a large widely distributed and very diverse group of marine mammals which are fully aquatic and placental.Whales are of two types, toothed whales and Baleen whales. Toothed whales have a varying number of teeth, depending on the individual species.Some whales have only two teeth, whereas others can have up to 160 teeth or more. Teeth patterns might differ. Conical teeth of some toothed whales are specialized in capturing squid or fish....