FAQ: Brolga
What are Brolgas and where do they live? Brolgas are tall, elegant cranes found in Australia and New Guinea. They have distinctive grey plumage, a red patch on their heads,…
Meet the Snow Leopard
The Ghost of the Mountains: Unveiling the Enigmatic Snow Leopard High in the rugged peaks of Central and South Asia, where snow-capped mountains brush the sky, lives a mesmerizing predator…
Book Review: Never Cry Wolf
Never Cry Wolf by Farley Mowat More than a half-century ago the Canadian Wildlife Service assigned the naturalist Farley Mowat to investigate why wolves were killing arctic caribou. Mowat’s account of…
Meet the Butaan
Gray’s Monitor: A Fruity Friend Among Lizards The butaan – better known as the Gray’s monitor (Varanus olivaceus) – is a fascinating lizard species native to the Philippines. Here’s a…
Meet the Common Thresher Shark
The Thresher’s Dance: Powerful Predator of the Deep Slice through the ocean depths and encounter the common thresher shark, a majestic creature known for its unique hunting technique. This sleek,…
FAQ: Capybaras
Capybara FAQs: Unveiling the Secrets of the World’s Largest Rodent The capybara, with its chill demeanor and oversized charm, has captured the hearts of the internet. But these gentle giants…
FAQ: Koalas
Koala FAQs: Unveiling the Secrets of the Adorable Marsupial The koala, with its fluffy fur and eucalyptus-loving ways, is a beloved icon of Australia. But beyond their cuteness, these marsupials…
This Is Why You Can’t Outrun a Cheetah
With a flexible spine and feet like tire treads, the cheetah is built not only for speed, but for unrivaled acceleration. The cheetah leaves even supercars in the dust, going…
Meet the Maned Wolf: Neither Wolf nor Fox
The Stilt-Legged Wonder of South America: The Maned Wolf The South American grasslands are home to a creature that defies expectations. Imagine a giant fox on stilts, with a mane…
Meet the Mountain Lion
The Ghost of the Mountains: Unveiling the Secrets of the Cougar The cougar (Puma concolor), also known as the puma, mountain lion, ghost cat, or many other names is a…
