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The southern leopard frog is also known as Rana sphenocephala and Lithobates sphenocephalus, according to its scientific name. They are considered to be native to the eastern parts of North America. The major regions where one can search for these frogs are in coastal areas and on the site of wetlands in Florida, Texas, Kansas, and Oklahoma.They are also used as a food supply by humans and have been widely used in scientific dissection experiments in schools and institutes....

dog in pride parade Credit: Hellotica It’s easy to be in a celebratory mood when stylish pups arrive on the scene of, well, just about any occasion! And with more folks showing up with their dogs in Pride parades across the country, marking the anniversary of the Stonewall riots and the fight for LGBTQ+ civil rights, it’s impossible not to love all of the stylish puppies rocking the rainbow gear....

People who volunteer at animal shelters know how frustrating the experience can be sometimes. Even though you know that every animal deserves a chance at a happy life full of love, it can be heartbreaking to see the days at the shelter tick by—sometimes by the hundreds—for some dogs and cats. And when the animal in question has an extra set of needs or requirements—be it vision problems, age, or socialization and anxiety issues—those waits can become even longer....

young yellow labrador retriever puppy sleeping outdoors on female legs; when can puppies go outside? Credit: manushot / Shutterstock You have to find a bit of a compromise on when puppies can go outside. We know socialization and exposure to the outside world is extremely important, but we also need to consider potential diseases unvaccinated puppies could pick up during outdoor adventures. Puppies can go outside sooner then you might think—there are just a few steps to take first....

dog with background of peanuts in their shells; can dogs eat peanuts? Credit: tirc83 / Patrick Strattner / Getty It’s no secret our pooches love peanut butter. And really, how could they not? The tasty spread is all things we love—sweet, salty, and of course, nutty! Our canine companions may go “nuts” for peanut butter-flavored treats or a spoonful of Skippy, but this poses the question: can dogs eat peanuts by themselves?...

cat sitting upside down on owner's lap Credit: Uzhursky / Adobe Stock Feline hyperesthesia syndrome (FHS) can make petting painful for some cats. It’s a tough disease to talk about, though, because it’s not well understood and difficult to diagnose. “Is it a dermatologic disease? Is it neurologic? Is it psychiatric? Yes,” says veterinary behaviorist Lisa Radosta, DVM, DACVB at Florida Veterinary Behavior Service in West Palm Beach, Fla. What Is Feline Hyperesthesia?...

The Acrocanthosaurus was a carnivorous theropod that lived throughout the Early Cretaceous period about 115 million years ago in North America, particularly the USA. It is, in fact, the largest carnivorous theropod in its Carcharodontosaurus family. In 1950, a team of paleontologists and scientists headed by J. Willis Stovall and Wann Langston. Jr went excavating in the deserts of Oklahoma and discovered some very large fossilized bones and long vertebrae. After some intensive research, Langston proposed Acracanthus atokaensis as the initial genus name for this dinosaur species but it later got changed to Acracanthus atokensis for publication purposes....

Each species of the 80 species of the barbet bird is multicolored and fascinating to observe. These species of tropical birds constitute the family Capitonidae and the order Piciformes. The barbet was named so because of the bristles located at its sharp and stout bill’s base. All species possess large heads, short tails, and measure between 3.2–13.8 in (8–35 cm) in length. The coloration of the plumage varies from species to species....

Are you planning to bring home a Bassador? Are you wondering if it will be a good family pet or what its temperament is like or if it requires high maintenance, or what health conditions it suffers from? Our in-depth article will answer all your questions so that you can bring this wonderful dog home with a clear mind.The Bassadors are considered designer dogs or mixed breed dogs. This breed is a crossbreed between a Basset Hound and a Labrador Retriever....

The Camarillasaurus is a genus of dinosaur in the family Spinosauridae found in the early Cretaceous period. This Theropod dinosaur has a name that means ‘Camarillas reptile’. This dinosaur was based in Camarillas, Teruel province, in what is now northeastern Spain. The Theropod dinosaur was first described in 2014 as a Ceratosaurian dinosaur. However, in 2021, it was rightfully placed in the taxon Spinosauridae. We should know how the name Camarillasaurus came about....

The green sawfish (Pristis zijsron) belongs to the family Pristidae and genus Pristis. It is also known as a longcomb sawfish and a narrowsnout sawfish. This fish is native to the central and Indo-West Pacific. The range distribution of this sawfish includes South Africa, the Persian Gulf, the Red Sea, south China Sea, southeast China, and Australia. The habitat of this sawfish consists of estuarine, mangrove, and coastal marine habitats. It inhabits the bottoms of water bodies that consist of silt, mud, and sand....

Hexinlusaurus was a small herbivorous ornithischian dinosaur found in Asia during the Middle Jurassic period. One fossil of this species was found in China and This animal was initially classified as a species related to Yandusaurus but the classification was later changed as a new genus.The discovery of this new species was mentioned in the journal of Chengdu college of geology which is now known as the Chengdu University and this genus has also been explained in the journal of Vertebrate paleontology....

Are you curious about spiders like tarantulas? There are many different kinds of spiders. Do you want to know about a particular spider that can jump more than three to four times its own body length? In this article, we are going to learn about the magnolia green jumping spider.The scientific name of the magnolia green jumping spider is Lyssomanes viridis. Found in the hot and humid regions of the South-eastern United States, in the states of Arkansas, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and others, this species belongs to the genus Lyssomanes of the Salticidae family....

Mountain viscachas are a kind of rodent native to South America. Their native range includes the Andes Mountains in Peru, central Chile, and Ecuador. They are most commonly seen in rocky habitats. The mountain viscacha consists of four species, namely, the northern viscacha, southern viscacha, Wolffsohn’s viscacha, and Ecuadorean mountain viscacha. While not a lot of information exists about Wolffsohn’s viscacha, the Ecuadorean mountain viscacha has been quite recently discovered and needs further research....

If you are on the search for the oldest deer in the world, then you might have to take a look at the Odocoileus group of deers that are thought to have emerged almost four million years ago. The name Odocoileus is thought to be a reference to the missing front teeth of deers in this genus. The term ‘Odocoileus stands for ‘hollow tooth’. This group of deers is divided into two species: the white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) and the mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus)....

The Pacific golden-plover is a medium size bird belonging to the order Charadriiformes. These birds have beautiful golden feathers that help them stand out from others. Pacific golden plovers breed annually in Siberia and Alaska and are one of the estimated 40 wading bird species that can be found in the Arctic circle. The migration range map of this bird is one of the largest in all the migrating birds as they cover a 15534....

These very distinct birds that are mostly endemic to the Indian subcontinent are plum-headed parakeets. Belonging to the family of Psittaculidae, plum-headed parakeets are Old World parrots. Their colorful plumage, distinct vocal abilities, intelligence that assist them to pick up and mimic frequently heard sounds have made them very popular as pets amongst many across the globe. Apart from this, plum-headed parakeets or parrots are very frequently mentioned in old and new literature in various languages and are perhaps the only few birds that have exceptional cinematic qualities....

Do you love squirrels? Then you find this article interesting!Rock squirrels belong to the family Sciuridae of animals and are one of the largest ground squirrels of all. They are found mainly in the regions of New Mexico, Colorado, Texas, Idaho, parts of Arizona, and many other smaller regions of North America. They are omnivores and their food consists of nuts, fruits, leaves, the bark of trees, and seeds too. They store their food in their burrows....

If there is any animal that epitomizes lethargy, it has to be the sloth! With a name that literally translates to laziness, sloths are slow-moving animals that form a major part of the wildlife in the tropical forests of Central and South America. These slow and sluggish animals are most commonly seen hanging upside down from trees and are considered to be close relatives of the anteater.While the slowness of these animals may make them appear to be more vulnerable to predators, the actual scenario is quite different....

If you are looking for an interesting carnivorous fish that looks intriguing too, then the spotted gar is the right choice for you. This fish is native to the United States of America and southern Canada. Known to be prolific eaters, they are most active during the night when they feed on shrimps, other smaller fish, and crustaceans. This fish is at the top of their food chain. The only threat of predation that they face is from bigger carnivorous fish that eat them....