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Explore the animal kingdom and the pets in it — species facts, behavior explained, and practical care guides for dogs, cats, birds, fish and more.

Animals & Pets

Canary Island date palm fronds illustrated in black and gold

Canary Island Date Palm

Here is a description of Date Palm tree from Canary Islands. This Date Palm is highly useful for its fruit and sap. To know more about this beautiful tree, read on... Canary Island Date Palm.

Illustrated dingo with golden and white fur and pointed ears in a desert landscape

Dingo - Australian Wild Dog

Dingo, a member of Canidae family looks quite similar to a dog or a wolf, but has some fascinating traits which makes it stand out in crowd. Dingo - Australian Wild Dog.

Stylized bright green frog with spotted salamanders in a pond habitat

Facts and Characteristics of Amphibians

Most of amphibians lack an outer dry covering like a shell or even scales. Amphibians prefer to stay in moist and damp environments to withstand and prevent dehydration. Read on to know some facts and characteristics of amphibians. Facts and Characteristics of Amphibians.

Black and white illustrated tarantula with hairy legs spread against a cream background

Facts about Tarantula

Did you know that world’s largest spiders are Tarantulas? Yes, they are and largest species is found in rainforests of South America. Read on to know more... Facts about Tarantula.

Colorful flat illustration of rainforest animals including jaguars, zebra, and monkey

Endangered Rainforest Animals

Though, it is a fact that rainforest is home to 40-75 percent of total organisms worldwide, many animal species are listed in IUCN Red List. Here are some rainforest animals that are endangered. Endangered Rainforest Animals.

Brown and black illustrated cockroaches on a cream background

What do Cockroaches Eat

You must have seen a number of cockroaches in your surroundings. You might have wondered what do cockroaches eat? Read on to know... What do Cockroaches Eat.

Several illustrated fish species in blue, orange, and yellow

Types of Fish

Fish are aquatic creatures found throughout globe. There are about 28,000 species of fish. Read on to know more about types of fish. Types of Fish.

Watercolor illustration of wild animals including zebras, tigers, elephant, and leopard

Exotic Animals and Pets

Animals are truly wonderful as pets but have you ever heard of exotic animals as pets? Here is a list of some exotic animals and pets; some of which do not really classify as “pets”! Exotic Animals and Pets.

Spider silhouette positioned at the center of a geometric web

The Spider’s Web

Although it looks so fragile, spider web can actually be very resistant and article below presents spider’s ways of making their web. Not all spiders know secrets of making webs! The Spider’s Web.

Illustrated collection of colorful beetles in orange, green, yellow, and blue

Types of Beetles

In nature, you will come across a huge variety of beetles. They are largest and diverse group of insects. There are a large number of species of beetles found throughout world. Let’s know more about types of beetles. Types of Beetles.

Three snakes with yellow and black banding patterns

Venomous Snake Identification - Identifying Poisonous Snakes

Snakes are much feared creatures. However a majority of snake species are not poisonous. Read on to know certain character traits of snakes that will help you identify poisonous ones. Venomous Snake Identification - Identifying Poisonous Snakes.

Yellow and black banded snake illustration coiled against light background

Facts about Snakes

Snakes come in various sizes, colors, and types. Many of them are listed in endangered species list. Here are some interesting facts about snakes. Facts about Snakes.

Adult wolf and pup in a woodland landscape

Interesting Facts About Wolves

Wolves are not really evil and wicked! They are simply animals that are trying to survive in wild. Read on for some interesting facts about wolves that are not intended to project wolves in a bad light, rather, these facts reveal only truth associated with them. Interesting Facts About Wolves.

Illustrated gray tiger shark with white stripe and visible gill slits

Habitat of a Tiger Shark

Also known as “ocean½s garbage can”, Tiger sharks are known to be most feared till date. Here’s a look at habitat of Tiger sharks and other factors associated with these aggressive creatures. Habitat of a Tiger Shark.

Illustrated tan mouse with long whiskers perched on a branch

Facts About Mice

Is there mice inhabiting your house? Find out more about these creatures. Facts About Mice.

Illustrated mongooses in tan tones standing on sand

Mongoose Facts

If you want to know some interesting mongoose facts, here is an article for you. Mongoose Facts.

Bold graphic illustration of a coconut crab with orange claws and segmented legs

Coconut Crabs

The coconut crab derives its name from its ability to crack coconuts with its strong pincers. The largest terrestrial arthropod in the world, it has a fascinating anatomy, diet and behavior. Read on to know all about the strange and interesting facts about coconut crabs. Coconut Crabs.

Illustrated wolverine with black fur, tan markings, and fierce expression

Wolverine Animal Facts

Looking like a small bear, wolverine is actually largest species of weasel family. Here are some interesting facts about wolverines. Wolverine Animal Facts.

Stylized panda with black and white markings surrounded by bamboo plants

Facts on Pandas

Pandas are a unique species of bear that can be found in China. Here are some interesting facts on Pandas. Facts on Pandas.

Illustrated orange crab with prominent claws and jointed legs

Crab Facts

These are some crab facts that I have collected from all over Internet. Most of these are elementary things, but some of them are real interesting tidbits from world of crabs. Read on, this one is for amusement and information both! Crab Facts.

Orange corn snake with white stripes coiled in green foliage

Corn Snake

Corn Snake make a very good pet snake. Read on to know more about it” Corn Snake.

Sea cucumber tentacles in green and yellow with feathery, wavy edges

Sea Cucumber

The sea cucumber is a fascinating creature that inhabits marine ecosystems. Read more about it here. Sea Cucumber.

Illustrated arctic fox with light blue fur and bright blue eyes

Arctic Fox Facts

The White fox or Arctic fox is found in cold Arctic regions and can camouflage themselves well with changing surroundings. Read on to know more facts about Arctic fox and their habits and behavior. Arctic Fox Facts.

Yellow turtle with black stripe patterns on sandy ground

What do Turtles Eat

Turtles are often kept as pets. They can be carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores. Here are a few tips on what turtles eat. What do Turtles Eat.

Two illustrated wasps with yellow and black stripes and transparent wings

Wasp Insect: Wasp Stings Treatment and Nest Removal

It is a very surprising fact that wasps are beneficial insects that eat harmful insects and their larvae and help in pollination of flowers while in search of nectar. Read on to know more about wasps, their biological life cycle, treatment of stings and finally removal of nests. Wasp Insect: Wasp Stings Treatment and Nest Removal.

Seahorse with segmented armored body and curved prehensile tail

Seahorse Facts

Information on seahorses, fish, which were considered mythical creatures once upon a time. Seahorse Facts.

Line drawings of ants and winged insects with black bodies and yellow striped abdomens

Facts About Ants

As ants are social insects, they are unable to live on their own and need to live in an organized community or colony. Here are some interesting facts about those little insects... Facts About Ants.

Tricolor beagle with orange, black, and white markings and floppy ears

The Beagle

The Beagle is truly a great dog, both in field and in family! The Beagle.

Black and yellow bee with transparent wings flying toward yellow flowers

Disappearing Bee Theories

Why are bees disappearing? Nobody seems to know. Here are some of theories being debated about reason for disappearing bees. Disappearing Bee Theories.

Wolf spider with black body and yellow markings on hairy legs, viewed from above

Wolf Spider Facts

Did you know that wolf spider does not make a web? Read on for more wolf spider facts. Wolf Spider Facts.

Illustrated African wildlife including zebras, antelopes, leopards, and an elephant

Wild Animals

Born wild, these animals belong to the wild. However, increase in poaching and ruining of natural habitats has endangered many wild animals. Read on for some interesting facts about the wild side of these animals.

Illustrated tan horse with black mane and tail shown in profile

Horse Facts - Interesting Facts About Horses

Hyracotherium, was one of first horses that lived about 50 million years ago. It was as tall as a fox and had toes. This horse went through a transformation over millions of years to become modern horse. Horse Facts - Interesting Facts About Horses.

Illustrated dogs of different breeds in various colors and sizes

Dogs: The Probable Reason Why The Dog Evolved So Rapidly Into A New Species

Evolutionary change is by nature slow paced and usually it takes many thousands of years before one species evolves into another; but in case of transformation of wolf into dog comparatively speaking, on an evolutionary scale it happened overnight! Why and how did that happen? Dogs: The Probable Reason Why The Dog Evolved So Rapidly Into A New Species.

Illustrated comparison of a wolf and domestic dog in a woodland setting

Dog Evolution: Did The Wolf Tames Itself To Evolve Into The Domestic Dog!

It has widely been assumed that humans tamed wolf and bred it for selective traits to become dog. The flaw in this theory is that it assumes that humans from 15,000 years ago had both smarts, time and enough tame wolves from which to conduct their selective breeding program. A more reasonable theory is that wolf initiated taming process and self evolved into domestic dog!