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What Is a Jaguar? Jaguars are the largest big cat in the Americas and the third largest big cat worldwide. They range from Argentina to Northern Mexico and are a fierce apex predator that is an incredibly fast and a ferocious hunter. Unfortunately, these beautiful creatures have been hunted excessively throughout the past 2 centuries, leading to a rapid decline in their population. This and shrinking wild spaces were the main causes for the demise of the Arizona jaguar....

#10 Fun Jobs with Animals: Pet Sitter/Dog Walker Pet sitters and dog walkers are often in high demand. These individuals visit people’s homes while they are working to take their dogs for a walk, feed their pets, and give the animals much-needed attention. Some pet sitters may also be hired for overnight or multi-day assignments where they stay in an individual’s home and take care of their pets while they are away for travel....

This list of animals that mate for life contains birds, mammals, and reptiles. #10 Macaroni Penguin These penguins reach sexual maturity at about 5 years old. A male macaroni penguin attracts a female by bowing and bobbing its head. Once they pair up, they’re lifelong mates. Some of these penguins live as long as 15 years. After the female lays the eggs, the mother and father take turns sitting on them and hunting for food....

Comparing Tibetan Spaniel vs. Pekingese Tibetan Spaniel vs. Pekingese: Size The Tibetan spaniel is quite a small dog breed, reaching heights of only 8 to 10 inches and weighing between 9 and 15 pounds. And there isn’t a big difference between males and females. These dogs have long legs, a slight build, small heads with a longer muzzle than the Pekingese, and pointy ears. Although they are relatives of the Pekingese, they are a separate breed....

Comparing Tonkinese vs. Siamese Cat Tonkinese vs. Siamese Cat: Key Differences The Tonkinese and Siamese cats are fairly similar. This makes a lot of sense, considering that the Tonkinese cat is a crossbreed between the Siamese and Burmese cats. Any given Tonkinese cat can take after either its Siamese or Burmese parent. However, many people would say that these cats tend to resemble their Burmese parents more. On average, the Tonkinese cat tends to be slightly smaller than the Siamese cat....

While some of the animals on this list may come in a variety of different colors, they need to be strongly associated with red in some way – because their main body color is red in nature, which is often reflected in their name. #10: Western Red Scorpionfish This deadly marine fish is one of the most colorful types of red animals in the ocean. The mottled red scales and tassel-like appendages provide camouflage as it lies in wait at the bottom of coral reefs for prey to swim by at night so it can suck them up into its large mouth; this is not a very fast species at all, but it is sneaky....

What Are Plant Zones? The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) developed and maintains the Plant Hardiness Map. This map is split into 13 Zones to aid growers and gardeners in selecting plants that thrive well in their area. These zones are determined by the lowest average winter temperatures, much like a weather map. Each of the 13 Zones is split as well. For example, in Zone 6, you will see Zone 6a or 6b to indicate whether a plant grows best in the northern or southern part of the area....

Fortunately for pet owners, there are treatment methods for all known forms of mites. And fortunately for cat owners, felines are less likely to get infected than dogs. Despite infection being relatively rare for them, there are multiple types of mange in cats — and the effectiveness of different treatments can vary depending on the species of mite causing the issue. Proper treatment is important, especially if your cat lives with or regularly comes in contact with other pets....

1. Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Where the Bear River flows into the northern end of the Great Salt Lake in Utah, there are 80,000 acres of open water, mud flats, and marshlands that make up the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge. The Refuge is an important wildlife area that hosts exceptional habitats for many bird species, including at least 9 shorebird species, 6 wader species, 4 grebe species, 5 gull species, 5 tern species, and 11 duck species, to name just a few....

You get a few more scenes from this environment, where crocodiles are walking and swimming about in the water. You see something floating in the water and it’s not clear what it is, but the caption lets you know it’s a dead cow. Several crocodiles swim around it, ready to feast. The crocs move in almost comically, their heads barely visible above the water. These are some sneaky modern dinosaurs!...

The issue of a growing population of black bears in New Jersey is often solved by hunting the bears, moving the bears, and educating people on how to safely coexist with bears. Yet, nothing can prepare a resident of the Garden State for a knock-down, drag-out brawl like the one in this video. Here, two black bears brawl in someone’s front yard, and we have several minutes of valuable footage to watch about it!...

Male lions will attack other adult males to become the leader of a pride. The attack often leads to the death of one of the males. A lion pride often has several females and only one male. When a new leader takes over, they’ll often kill the boy cubs to ensure no one can take their place. A video from The All Around Project’s YouTube channel shows just how defensive mother lionesses can be....

Next, the video cuts to two expert snake handlers approaching the area where the person is filming. They’re right in the drive-thru lane. They walk past the area where you order and approach some bushes. The first man leans down and as he does, you can spot the snake at the bottom of the screen. The man looks completely at ease as if it’s just another day on the job....

Polar bears aren’t shy because they’re deadly predators that have been forced to expand outside of their shrinking natural habitat to find food. That has brought them into contact with people and their pets, such as the occasion in this video. While polar bear attacks are rare, they are incredibly violent and capable of causing fatalities. A Daring Guard Dog Bites a Polar Bear The video beings in the waning hours of daylight....

But what attracts roaches? Here, we’ll learn more about what makes them unable to stay away. We’ll take a deep dive into just what substances, smells, and habitats are most loved by these disease-carrying pests. Then, we’ll go over what to do if you suddenly find cockroaches, or if you find them inhabiting perhaps the worst place of all—your bedroom. After that we’ll analyze all the signs of a cockroach infestation, and what you can do to get rid of them....

The saltwater crocodile is the largest crocodile species in the world and the largest living reptile. However, it is not the largest crocodile to ever roam the earth. The largest crocodile weighed up to 17,500 pounds, about eight times larger than the largest saltwater crocodile. “What did this crocodile eat to feed its massive body?” you may wonder. Find out below! What Is the Largest Crocodile Ever? The largest crocodile ever is Sarcosuchus imperator....

So how much do you know about black rhinos? Here’s what black rhinos eat, as well as other interesting facts about black rhinos. A Quick Rundown on the Black Rhinoceros In Africa, black rhinoceros inhabit grasslands and reserves alongside white rhinoceros. Among land mammals, rhinoceros are the second largest after elephants. Among the rhino species, the black rhino is the third largest. On average, black rhinos grow to 4.9 feet high and weigh almost 3000 pounds....

We’re going to take a closer look at the foods that killer whales prefer, how they hunt, and how they deal with captivity and competition. What Foods Do Killer Whales (Orcas) Eat? Killer whales eat fish, marine mammals, seals, cephalopods, and even sea birds. The killer whale is a carnivore, so it only eats the meat from other creatures. Fortunately, the ocean has a bounty of prey. Since the killer whale is considered an apex predator, many creatures in the ocean are on the orca’s menu....

We’ll help you discover the feeding habits of skinks both in the wild and as pets. We’ll also show you how such odd-looking creatures manage to catch food at all! What Foods Do Skinks Eat? Skinks eat insects, mollusks, small mammals, and fruit. These omnivorous lizards primarily focus on eating insects, but some species will also make fruit a significant portion of their diet. With so many different types of food available to them, the skink’s potential diet is highly varied....

What’s the Difference Between Lions and Tigers? Lions and tigers are both big cats in the Felidae family of animals. Initially, they both evolved in Africa, before the ancient ancestor of today’s tigers migrated outwards, to Asia and Indonesia. Today, lions live in Africa and India, while tigers live only in Asia and the island of Sumatra in Indonesia. Another key difference between lions and tigers is their appearance; tigers are striped orange and black, while lions have unpatterned, tawny coats....