Meet the California Sea Lion: The Ocean’s Playful Acrobats
If you’ve ever visited a pier along the Pacific Coast of North America, from the bustling docks of San Francisco to the sun-drenched beaches of Baja California, chances are you’ve…
Meet the American Badger
American Badgers: Fierce, Fast Diggers of the Wild West With their squat bodies, sharp claws, and grumpy expressions, American badgers (Taxidea taxus) might not look like top-tier predators—but don’t be…
Exploring Lion Subspecies: Diversity Within the King of Beasts
When most people think of lions, they picture a powerful golden cat roaming the African savanna. But the lion, Panthera leo, is not a one-size-fits-all species. In fact, there are…
Southern Resident Orca Fact Sheet
The Southern Resident Killer Whales (SRKW) are an iconic piece of the Pacific Northwest identity. We care about the wellbeing of these endangered orcas. Take a ferry trip from Vancouver to…
FAQ: Desert Bighorn Sheep
Do you have questions about desert bighorn sheep? You’re not alone. Here are the top FAQs about desert bighorn sheep. 1. What are desert bighorn sheep and where do they…
Meet the Cape Buffalo
Cape Buffalo: The Untamed Powerhouse of the Savanna Thundering across the African plains, the Cape buffalo embodies raw power and resilience. These massive bovines, weighing up to 2,000 pounds, are…
Meet the Giant African Pouched Rat
Giant African pouched rats (Cricetomys gambianus), also known as Gambian pouched rats, are fascinating creatures with unique characteristics. Here are some insights into these rodents: The Basics Giant African pouched…
Meet the Possum
Possums Down Under: Unveiling Australia’s Adorable Marsupial Mischief-Makers Australia is famous for its unique wildlife, and possums are undeniably some of the cutest and cuddliest (well, maybe not that cuddly)…
Meet the Pangolin
Pangolins: The Scaly Survivors Facing a Silent Threat Imagine an adorable anteater crossed with a pinecone, and you’ve got a pangolin. These unique mammals, covered in overlapping scales, are the…
FAQ: Porcupines
Curious about porcupines? Here are some top FAQs about these prickly cuties: 1. Do porcupines shoot their quills? No, porcupines don’t shoot their quills like darts. They have loosely attached…
