The Eastern Newt (Notophthalmus viridescens)
Notophthalmus, the genus comprising the eastern newts, inhabits eastern North America. A different genus, Taricha, comprises the western newts along the Pacific coast of...
Raccoon (raccoons, coatis, ringtails)
Procyonids are medium-sized omnivores that range throughout much of North America. Raccoons, coatis, and ringtails feed on insects, small mammals, birds, lizards, and fruits....
The Beautiful Red Fox (Foxes and Coyotes)
Red Fox Facts
Unlike the more social wolves, foxes and coyotes tend to hunt alone, although coyotes may hunt larger prey in pairs. Foxes and...
The Bullfrog (true frog family)
There are typical frogs with adults being truly amphibious. They tend to live at the edge of water bodies and enter the water to...
The Short-Tailed Shrew (shrews)
Most species are primarily vermivorous and insectivorous, but some also eat small birds and mammals. The northern short-tailed shrew (Blarina brevicauda) ranges throughout the north-central...
The Northern River Otter (Lutra canadensis)
River Otter Facts
Mustelids have long, slender bodies, short legs, and anal scent glands. Throughout the family, the male is usually larger than the female. The...
Eastern Box Turtle (box turtles)
Order Testudines, Family Emydidae
The Eastern Box Turtle is the most terrestrial of the Emydid turtles, having close-fitting shells that have allowed them to adapt...
Superlative Photos of Wild Foxes in Snowy Landscape
In the cold depths of Russia's northeastern Chukotka region. Magadan-based photographer Ivan Kislov captures stunning, colorful signs of life in the snow through his...
How to Detect an Illness in the Horse?
How to detect an Illness in the Horse?
Not every horse disease is known and will be covered. Instead, the focus will be on those...
The Green Frog (True Frog Family)
The Green Frog (Rana clamitans) is usually found near shallow fresh water throughout much of eastern North America. Order Anura, Family Ranidae. These are typical...
Got a New Horse? Here’s What You Need to Do
Got a new horse? Here's What You Need to Do
So you've just welcomed a new horse into your life and stable, Congratulations! There's nothing...
The Magnificent Snapping Turtles (Chelydra serpentina)
Where do Snapping Turtles live?
Snapping turtles are among the largest freshwater turtles. They are characterized by large heads with powerful, hooked jaws. There are...
Gastrointestinal Problems in Horses
Gastrointestinal Problems in Horses: Colic is not a specific disease but a disease complex, created in many ways. There are special types of colic,...
The Bat with Big Ears
The name of the Bat with Big Ears is an understatement: the ears are huge almost as long as the rest of the body...
The Cute Baby Sand Cat
Don't be fooled by cute overload, Baby Sand Cat (Felis Margarita) is a little-known species of desert cat. They live in the harshest deserts...
Are Honey Bees Beneficial?
Are Honey Bees Beneficial? Of the many tiny animals that share the planet earth with us. However, there are only a few insects that...
Riding Horses – Five-gaited Horses
Five-gaited horses! These riding horses are usually taught two extra gaits in addition to the natural gaits. Natural gaits for most horses are the...
Animal Habitats And All You Need To Know About Them
Animal Habitats And All You Need To Know About Them
Animals of all shapes and sizes inhabit the earth, from towering giraffes to tiny ants....
Dong Tao Chicken – Which Legs Just Like Dragon
An unusual Vietnamese chicken breed named “Dong Tao" is highly prized for its delicious meat. The chicken has one of the thickest legs, which...
Unique and Endangered Okapi: A Closer Look at the Forest Giraffe
The Okapi, also known as the Forest Giraffe, Congolese Giraffe, and Zebra Giraffe, is a unique species of artiodactyl mammal that is found only...
What Can You Put on a Dog’s Paws to Protect Them?
Moreover, do you even have to? The short answer is yes.
Just like the health of your own feet, keeping your dog’s paws healthy is...
What is Pollination – Critical Moment of Flower Life
What is pollination?
Pollen is the dust, usually yellow, produced by the stamens and made up of millions of microscopic granules. The shape, size, and...
Leatherback Turtle – Most Dangerous and Endangered Species on Earth
The leatherback turtle is the largest turtle species in the world. It is also a highly endangered species, with a population of only 3,000...
Appaloosa – The Best Known American Horse Breed
Appaloosa horses are one of the most popular breeds in the United States. They are known for their distinctive leopard spotting pattern and friendly...
How to Keep Your Horse in Good Shape?
How to Keep Your Horse in Good Shape
Horses are incredible creatures that enrich many people's lives. Whether you're a competitive rider or a hobbyist,...