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Moonlight gouramis, known by the scientific name Trichopodus microlepis (previously Trichogaster microlepis), are small iridescent labyrinth fish found around Southeast Asia. They are no ordinary fish and use intricate bubble nests to reproduce. What’s more, is that they are popular pets in home aquariums. This particular gourami species was first identified in 1861 by Gunther and is known by several different names, including moonbeam and moonlight gourami. However, these little fish are not the most peaceful of the gourami family and can be aggressive to other fish, so gourami owners may want to consider honey gouramis, or female powder blue gouramis if you have lots of other existing pet fish as these are the most peaceful gouramis....

Mountain zebras (Equus zebra) is a species of zebras. They can further be classified into two subspecies, the Cape Mountain zebra (Equus zebra zebra) and Hartmann’s mountain zebra (Equus zebra hartmannae). They are found in South Africa, Namibia, and Angola on dry mountain ranges, hills, slopes, and plateaus. Mountain zebras have a black and white striped pattern all over their body, but not the stomach. Their stomachs are colored either white or off-white....

Also known as the American mourning dove, turtle dove, or the rain dove, mourning doves (Zenaida macroura) are common across the American continent and have a wide range. Mourning doves are often compared to similar species like the Eurasian collared doves, rock pigeons, common ground doves, and band-tail doves. These common birds are found sitting on the telephone wires, backyard, fence, and anywhere in the open country.Mourning doves are abundant in the USA during winters and southern Canada during the summer months....

The Newfoundland dog breed originated in Newfoundland as a working dog for fishermen. These dogs are huge in size and can be up to 28 inches tall. They have a strong muscular body, which made them ideal as working dogs. Their temperament and laid-back attitude also make them a favorite among people.The exact Newfoundland dog origin and history are not known. Most of the theories suggest that in the early 18th century, explorers of Irish and English origin traveled to Newfoundland....

Northern flickers (Colaptes auratus) are native to North America and Canada and are migratory birds belonging to the woodpecker family. They are the only species of woodpeckers with a brown colored feather coat. These birds are a common sight in suburban lawns, woods, and open grasslands. They prefer higher elevations such as mountain ranges during the winter months to migrate. They need foraging space, so they do not like areas of dense trees....

The one-eyed sphinx moth is a subfamily of Sphingidae and a family of moths that are most often seen at night. These moths of North America are scientifically known as Smerinthus cerisyi and are mostly found across Michigan, southern Canada, south California, and beyond. This particular species of moth is part of a group that has eyespots on its wings, which makes it easy to differentiate them from other moths.The Smerinthus cerisyi sphinx is found mostly during the summer season....

Watch out for the Prairie Chickens! These wickedly fast, North American birds are here to stay. They dance when looking to mate, dive into the snow to keep warm, and are not afraid to fly far from home looking for food, though they are bound to come back eventually. Very territorial, these birds are well known for their unique air sacs, extra feathers and wings, as well as their unique aversion to humans....

The sea dragon is an extremely interesting creature to learn about. There are three species of the sea dragon - leafy sea dragon, common sea dragon or weedy sea dragon, and ruby sea dragon. The scientific name of the leafy sea dragon is Phycodurus eques, which originates from two Latin words, namely, ‘phyko’ and ‘oura’, which mean ‘seaweed’ and ’tail’ respectively. The latter part of the scientific name of the leafy sea dragon is ’eques’ which means horse in Latin....

If learning about unique species of fishes interests you, you are going to love reading about the tube-snout. The tube-snout is a long slender fish with a long snout and is a resident of North America. It is mainly found living on kelps and in crevices along the Pacific coast. Fishes of this species are closely related to another slender, elongated species, the sticklebacks. Both species share certain characteristics. The tube-snout is also sometimes mistaken for the bay pipefish, even though the two are not related....

What type of animal is a white bellied spider monkey? The white bellied spider monkey (Ateles belzebuth) is a species of monkey. Fun White Bellied Spider Monkey Facts For Kids What do they prey on? Fruits and seeds What do they eat? Herbivore Average litter size? 1 How much do they weigh? 13 - 20 lb (6-10 kg) How long are they? Tails: 25–35 in (65-90 cm) How tall are they?...

What type of animal is a woodcreeper? Woodcreeper is a species of bird and is popularly seen in parts of southern Mexico to northern Brazil. Fun Woodcreeper Facts For Kids What do they prey on? Lizards, frogs, and ants What do they eat? Carnivore Average litter size? 2-3 eggs How much do they weigh? 0.14 lb (64 g) How long are they? 5.5-14 in (14-36 cm) How tall are they? N/A...

Worm snakes originated in east woodland areas in places like Louisiana and Arizona and in the eastern U.S. from southern New England. They usually hide under leaves, trees, and mostly under stones. They are non-harmful towards humans and not venomous in nature. These species are endangered species. They are best when left alone since they don’t like being held for long and are often considered shy beings. There are primarily two types of worm snakes one is an eastern worm snake and the other is a carphophis vermis also popularly known as the western worm snake....

On This Page Tree Type Tree Stand Decorations Lights and Batteries Toxic Holiday Plants More Tips Think about it. From your cat's perspective, a Christmas tree may be the best gift ever. Jumping! Climbing! Pawing at ornaments! In other words, it's just not realistic to think that your cat won't try and scamper up the tree and play with the decorations—unless he's elderly, infirm, or overweight. So keep kitty safe by taking some precautions to cat-proof your Christmas tree ahead of the holiday....

The world has turned white with fallen snow. When you open the door to the winter wonderland, some dogs will look at you like you’re crazy: I have to go out in that? You’ll need to coax them out for a quick potty break (maybe on the porch or the grass hidden under eaves), then usher them right back in. But if you’ve got a dog who loves the snow, running, bouncing, and jumping around, you need to know about the effects of long walks or play sessions in the snow on your dog’s feet....

woman taking a breath after a run with her dog Credit: martin-dm / Getty It’s no secret that owning a dog is good for you, both mentally and physically. According to a 2019 Nature report, dog owners are more likely to meet physical activity guidelines than people without a dog. This is likely due to clocking more time outside walking your dog, which is not only necessary for a pup to get exercise but is also a great way for humans to get some steps in as well....

dog watching cartoon of falling cat he wants to rescue Credit: Courtesy of jenntennn / TikTok It’s plain as day that this TikTok dog was born to save lives! Introducing Kola, a black Labrador retriever whose first instinct is to save anyone who appears to be in danger—whether on screen or in real life. Her mom, Jen Tenczar (jenntennn), captured heroic Kola’s first attempted rescue in a video she posted to TikTok on Aug....

dog looking up at owner Credit: Westend61 / Getty Discussing the signs and symptoms of rabies in dogs is an inherently tragic topic. That’s because once the signs of rabies infection appear, it’s already too late. There is no treatment or cure, and the disease is fatal. However, there is good news. Rabies is also preventable through vaccination. How Do Dogs Get Rabies? Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system, causing deadly inflammation in the brain and spinal cord....

dog that was rescued from a Los Angeles river tide looking up at the camera Credit: Nid Goloti / Getty Los Angeles fire crews worked hard to save a dog from the flooded Los Angeles River this week and had to pull a couple of people out in the process. Heavy rains brought flooding to various parts of the City of Angels this week, including turning the LA River into dangerous, fast-moving rapids....

The persimmon is a sweet-tasting edible fruit that grows on trees and resembles a large orange tomato.It is one of the most widely grown tree species of the genus Diospyros. Persimmons are also known by the scientific name of Diospyros kaki.The persimmon fruit starts riping in the fall season. It is mainly found in Europe but is traditionally native to East Asia. Persimmons have a bit of tangy yet sweet taste when eaten....

Praying mantises are exceptional insects and are known for their amazing camouflage skills.These insects are named after the ‘praying’ stance their front legs take. However, these limbs are far from peaceful and can be quite deadly, as they are used to hold struggling prey in place.They are also very notorious for their cannibalistic mating rituals where the female devours the male! These insects are carnivorous in nature, and can be found eating a wide range of insects, reptiles, and even small mammals!...