Are giraffes endangered? The answer is ambiguous. Some giraffes are critically endangered, while others are threatened species. Thankfully, conservation efforts are bringing about a change for many wild giraffes. However, the silent extinction among many of the nine subspecies is an ongoing concern as giraffe numbers for some species decline while others grow. Giraffe population […]
Spiders are fascinating creatures that have long captivated human interest. They are found in nearly every region in the world, from lush rainforests to the merciless desert. There are even spiders in Antarctica! While many people fear spiders, these arachnids serve a critical role in the delicate balance of nature. Let’s look at the many […]
When I was a child, by far, my favorite animal in the sea was the seahorse. I was fascinated by these wonderful creatures and always made a beeline for their aquarium every time we visited our local Sea World exhibition. Despite their name, seahorses are fish species, not reptiles or mammals. These remarkable creatures can […]
Often considered a nuisance and a pest, Groundhogs, woodchucks, or marmots as they are called are found predominately throughout Northern America, where they have gained notoriety for predicting when winter will end. In fact, these little critters have even had a day named after them. But contrary to popular belief that groundhogs are cuddly little […]
From beautiful tropical beaches to icy shores and freshwater lakes, wherever there is water, you’re likely to find crabs! These ancient crustaceans have walked the Earth for millions of years, and they look rather prehistoric too! There are more than 4,500 different species of crab, so they have adapted to almost every aquatic environment on […]
To be very honest with you, I’ve never liked insects; in fact, I have a huge phobia to the point that I can’t go to sleep if there is any type of insect in my room. Stupidly enough, I moved to a country with high cockroach populations, amongst many other insects that can fly, jump, […]
With often brightly colored, sleek bodies and a similar looking appearance to that of a snake, although technically a lizard, this is the skink. Found in backyards and the wild throughout most parts of the world, skinks are a great addition to any environment with their lightning-fast reflexes to help keep insect populations in check. […]
Growing up, the only thing I knew about lobsters was how good they tasted! For those who haven’t had the pleasure, lobster has a sweet, meaty flavor similar to crab but less fishy. It’s delicious, but is it worth trawling the depths of the ocean to capture these intriguing creatures? People tend to think of […]
We share our planet with some truly intriguing animals, and the sea urchin is no exception. Despite its tiny stature, this unassuming ocean dweller is incredibly capable of thriving in a wide range of conditions, especially impressive when you consider that it lacks a brain. Urchins come in a variety of vibrant reds, purples, oranges, […]
Most people know that octopuses have eight legs or arms. But did you know that these alien-looking creatures have nine brains? It’s little wonder these animals are so intelligent! Octopuses have inspired movies, featured in popular songs, and appeared in legends, and in 2010, an octopus named Paul was asked to predict the result of […]