The Cinnamon Teal is a species of duck native to western North America and parts of South America. The cinnamon name comes from the reddish-brown coloring of…
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Humboldt Penguins spend up to 75% of their time in the water. A South American penguin, they are used to warm climates and are known for residing along rocky…
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These birds can breed year-round. Male and females work together to form a cup shaped nest made of vegetable and animal material. Once the eggs hatch…
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The southern stingray is a medium sized stingray that spends the majority of its time on the ocean floor, hence its unique body shape.
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Drop for drop, king cobra venom is actually less potent than that of many other venomous snakes. However, due to the snake’s large size, they are able to inject…
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The Egyptian tortoise is one of the world’s smallest tortoises, growing only four to five inches in length. Due to its small size, it is often collected for the…
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Found in rocky patches at high elevations, these snakes hibernate for six months or longer. Due to overgrazing livestock, their habitat is threatened…
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While these birds have a “least concern” conservation status, in the United States they’re considered threatened. Habitat loss and drought, as well as hunting…
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The Shortnose Gar is a native species to the United States and are distinctive for their long, slender bodies and shorter snout compared to other gar species.
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These social birds prefer to live in groups. A group of spoonbills is called a bowl. Active during the day, they forage for food in shallow bodies of water by…
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