Examples of snakes include the American lizard, the Asian jumping eel, the California legless lizard, and the eastern glass lizard. Lizards, snakes, and amphisbaenians are all legless reptiles. Although they may look similar, there are several ways to identify these creatures. One reason is that lizards tend to have open external ears, while snakes do …
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There are more than 45,000 spider species in the world. Certain characteristics, such as having 8 legs, are common to all spiders. However, some critters resemble spiders up close and the differences between the species may not be immediately apparent. Also known as cave crickets, spider crickets are known for living in caves and forests. …
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All animals, including humans, crave the taste of salt. It is also an essential part of life, as this essential mineral plays an important role in regulating the body’s physical processes. But this may make you wonder, “Where do wild animals get their salt?” The answer to that question is surprisingly complex. Salt Image by …
Table of Contents (click to enlarge)Sweat: It’s a Primate ThingHorsesBlood SweatPigs: Dirty, Not SweatyNo Sweat, No Problem! Many mammals have sweat glands, but in primates sweating is only the primary method of thermoregulation. Remember the last time you walked out into the summer and immediately drenched in a sweat? But if you think about it, …
Table of Contents (click to expand) Animals that use mimicry What is Batesian mimicry? What is Mullerian mimicry? Why do animals imitate: Objectives and advantages Imitation is defined as the close resemblance of an organism to another or to natural objects among its habitats. This skill helps the animal to blend in, hunt, and survive! …
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Table of Contents (click to enlarge) Communication and Speaking: What Do They Mean? Why don’t animals talk? So what is the reason other animals do not have this ability? She is, in fact, absolutely right. Why can’t animals talk like us? A number of films depict or are based on such scenarios, where animals are …
© 2018 Scott Sheaffer, CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, USA Dog Behavior, LLC You have noticed that your dog likes some people more than others. Why is this? I have found that there are four different ways people interact with unfamiliar dogs. And how people relate to dogs they don’t know makes all the difference in the …
Have you ever wondered why animals lick salt licks? Salt licks are an important source of minerals for animals that cannot get them from their normal diet, but for humans the risks far outweigh the potential benefits. In this blog post I will explore why animals lick salt licks and why humans should not follow …
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As we explore the fascinating world of snakes, we can’t help but marvel at their unique and awe-inspiring defense mechanisms. From camouflage to venomous bites, snakes have evolved a variety of tactics to protect themselves in the wild. First and foremost, one of the most effective defense mechanisms employed by snakes is their ability to …
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When I was young, I kept sea monkeys as pets. If you haven’t seen these critters, they’re not little monkeys… (depressing, I know). They are a hybrid of brine shrimp. The idea of Sea Monkeys is that you can hatch shrimp, watch them grow, and have your own aquarium pets. I did everything perfectly with …
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