Gorillas are the largest of the great apes, but the western lowland gorilla is the smallest of the subspecies. Native to the Congo Basin, the western lowland gorilla is a quiet, peaceful and nonaggressive animal threatened by disease and poaching.
Western lowland gorillas may have a more brownish coloration.
A small primate species native only to Madagascar, red ruffed lemurs live in just one protected area and are critically endangered.
They also have been spotted to the east of the Antainambalana River, which divides
Sea lions are large, gregarious mammals found along the western coast of North America. In the water, their torpedo-shaped bodies can reach speeds of 25 to 30 mph!
They also have a more slender neck than some species and a dog-like head.
Gray seals, also called horsehead seals, are amazingly dexterous swimmers. They are common on both sides of the north Atlantic.
They have massive shoulders and necks with large folds of skin.
What makes (or breaks) a coral’s ability to survive rising sea temperatures? It’s a puzzling predicament, and scientists are hoping coral nurseries can help crack the code.
The difference is that when corals grow, they have the ability to reconnect and fuse
Dr. Suzan Murray, head of the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute’s Global Health Program testifies on zoonotic disease transmission.
species, it is critical that we examine health across a continuum of species and have
Red rivers are the most colorful members of the pig family. They are an adaptable species found across west and central Africa.
Many will also have a white facial mask.
The matamata is a South American turtle with a striking appearance. Its carapace, or shell, is rough and knobby, and its long neck has skin fringes, bumps and ridges. The matamata turtle’s large, flat head features a wide mouth and a long, snorkel-like snout.
Matamatas have extremely poor eyesight, but a number of other sensory aids allow
Cuban crocodiles are one of the most endangered species of crocodile and are found only in Cuba. These small crocodiles are strong swimmers. They walk and leap with ease and are equally at home in water and on land.
Fact Sheet Conservation Physical Description Cuban crocodiles have short, broad
American wigeons are small ducks that are equally at home on land and in the water. Loud, gregarious and distinctive, more than 2.5 million wigeons live in North America.
Fact Sheet Conservation Physical Description Compact ducks, male wigeons have
