Meet the Puffins: A Guide to the 3 Puffin Species
Puffins are some of the most beloved and instantly recognizable seabirds in the world. With their colorful beaks, waddling walks, and comical charm, these birds often steal the spotlight in…
Meet the Galápagos Land Iguanas: Yellow and Even Pink
The Galápagos Islands are home to some of the most fascinating creatures on Earth—many of which exist nowhere else. Among them are two eye-catching reptilian residents: the Galápagos Land Iguana…
FAQ: What’s a Polecat?
Polecats may sound like exotic creatures or maybe even some kind of feline—but they’re neither exotic nor cats. Let’s clear up the confusion with a quick FAQ about these intriguing…
Meet the River Dolphins: Mysterious Navigators of Freshwater Worlds
When we think of dolphins, most of us picture sleek, playful creatures leaping through ocean waves. But not all dolphins call the sea their home. Some live far inland, navigating…
FAQ: What Does the Largest Snake in the World Look Like?
The Green Anaconda: South America’s Giant of the Swamps When it comes to the world’s largest snakes, the green anaconda (Eunectes murinus) reigns supreme. Found deep in the swamps, marshes,…
Meet the Snow Monkeys: Japan’s Famous Hot-Spring Bathing Primates
High in the snowy mountains of Japan, where winter temperatures drop well below freezing, a group of wild monkeys has learned how to stay warm in the most unexpected way:…
Meet the Bush Dog
The Secretive Charm of the Bush Dog: A South American Enigma Have you ever heard of a dog that looks a bit like an otter, lives in the rainforest, and…
Galápagos Fur Seal vs. Galápagos Sea Lion: What’s the Difference?
Although both the Galápagos fur seal and the Galápagos sea lion live on the same islands and look somewhat alike, they are actually different species with unique traits. The Galapagos fur…
Meet the Marmot: The Mountain’s Chubby Whistleblower
Perched on rocky slopes and nestled in alpine meadows, marmots are chunky, charismatic rodents that seem to embody the spirit of the mountains. With their plump bodies, expressive faces, and…
Meet the Badgers: A Look at the Different Types of These Tough and Tenacious Animals
Badgers are some of the most fascinating and underrated members of the animal kingdom. With their powerful bodies, strong digging claws, and unmistakable striped faces (in some species), they’re instantly…
