Elks Grazing in Yellowstone There are plenty of elk in Yellowstone and a lot of grizzlies too! The population of elk is between 10,000 and 20,000 who live in six to seven herds. The larger herds are usually made up of all females and can contain as many as 400 individuals. However, these herds can also contain males who are too young or too old to want to fight each other for dominance....
When they are around a year old, male elk begin to grow their first set of antlers. Springtime’s increased sunshine hours and lower testosterone levels stimulate antler growth. Elk are normally friendly, peaceful creatures that gather in large herds and cooperate to protect themselves from threats. Estes Park in Colorado is no stranger to these giant, yet beautiful creatures. A video that shows an elk charging after a man has gone viral....
As mentioned earlier, these animals are significantly larger than lions. The largest tiger ever weighed more than 800 pounds while the largest subspecies of tiger is the Siberian, which has an average weight of 675 pounds. Even their tails can grow as long as three feet. It is intriguing to consider what tigers eat to retain their enormous size and whether or not they poop. This article will tell you everything there is to know about a tiger’s diet, what their poop looks like, and other interesting information....
#13. Incredible Rainforest Animals: Chrysina aurigans Found in the rainforests of Costa Rica, this scarab beetle glimmers like a nugget of gold. But the beetle’s tough exoskeleton isn’t made of gold but chitin, the same stuff that makes up the carapace of the reviled cockroach. Like the blue in a butterfly’s wings or a bird’s feather, Chrysina aurigans’ shimmering gold color is a trick of the light that helps hide it from predators....
Natively found in the forests of Mexico, Brazil, Bolivia and Argentina, the Green-Cheeked Parrot is an incredibly sociable bird that inhabits it’s woodland home in a flock that usually contains between 10 and 20 members. However, unlike numerous other South American tropical birds, the Green-Cheeked Parrot rarely participates in mixed species feeding, tending to remain with their flock instead. Although not actually considered as an endangered animal by the IUCN (the Green-Cheeked Parrot is in fact listed as being of Least Concern), this species has seen drastic declines in their wild population numbers due to both loss of their natural habitat from deforestation, and also the high demand for these beautiful birds as exotic pets, mainly from the USA....
Things get even worse as the leopard’s front limbs slip from the branch and they plummet to the forest floor. Luckily, this cat has not used up all of its nine lives. At the end of the video, we see them sloping back into the undergrowth. Hopefully, they will take more care when they take on a baboon again! Hunting Baboons at Night This footage was taken in the lower Zambezi National Park, which is located upstream from Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and stretches for around 50 kilometers along the Zambezi River....
Indeed, cats can maneuver themselves out of dangerous and challenging situations without getting harmed or hurt. A mountaineer captured a befitting example of this famous saying in a video of a snow leopard that accidentally fell from a steep and rocky mountain slope. The clip shows the big cat expertly maneuvering along the slope, perhaps chasing prey, before miscalculating its steps and falling down a distance that should have ended in a fatality....
How Long are Whales Pregnant? The exact gestation period of a whale depends on the species, but the average times are anywhere between 10 and 18 months. Whales are the largest creatures in the ocean, so it makes sense that they have some of the longest gestation times! Part of what makes whales so special is that they are marine mammals, not fish. Fish lay lots of eggs and hope that a few of them survive to adulthood....
Tear stains are created when a dog produces excess tears. The porphyrins in the teardrops react with sunlight and reddish-brown chemicals are produced. Bacteria living in the fur near the eyes are thought to make the problem worse. Tear stain removal products work by disrupting the chemical reaction and/or removing bacteria. What Causes Dog Tear Stains? Tear stains are caused when tears land on the fur around the eyes. Tears contain a substance called porphyrin....
The largest bear ever recorded was the Arctotherium angustidens, which was at least two times the size of the largest polar bear. While the diet of present-day bears depends primarily on their habitat and other conditions, what do you think the Arctotherium angustidens ate to sustain its massive body? Today, we are going to learn about the Arctotherium angustidens, and what it took to feed this enormous bear. How Big Was the Arctotherium Angustidens?...
On top of that, just like any other living creature, they must eat something to stay alive. The question is, what exactly do they eat? This is what we’re going to tackle in the following lines – namely, the diet of a creature that can barely be seen but that is around you all day long! What Are Dust Mites? Dust mites, usually referred to as house dust mites, are acariform mites and include several species of the Pyroglyphidae family....
Second, these little guys have an incredible sense of timing that lets them know when to start singing at dawn or dusk, which is perfect for those who love to wake up with the sound of songbirds in the morning. And third (but not least), you should know that wrens are one of only two North American species that live year-round in Central America. So if you’ve been captivated by these adorable birds, you might be wondering what do wrens eat?...
You may have heard of the copperhead snake, but could you pick one out of a lineup of venomous snakes? If the answer is no, then read on to learn what a copperhead snake looks like. Plus, discover where these snakes live, if they are aggressive, and why baby copperhead snakes have a bright yellow tail. What Does a Copperhead Snake Look Like? This snake takes its name from its brown, copper-like color....
One of the most common concerns about human-wildlife interactions is what to do if you get bitten by an animal. Let’s find out everything about wolf spider bite and treatment. What Is a Wolf Spider? Wolf spiders are large and hairy members of the Lycosidae family. There are more than 2,800 species of wolf spiders. Most of them vary in appearance but share several common features. For instance, most species are nocturnal predators....
With extensive stretches of habitat types fragmented or destroyed in other eastern states, South Carolina has emerged as one of the remaining strongholds for endangered species like painted bunting and swallow-tailed kite. The loggerhead sea turtles nest along South Carolina beaches, while the red-cockaded woodpeckers are important sentinels of the globally imperiled longleaf pine forests. Did you know that South Carolina is also home to wolf spiders? There are various wolf spiders throughout the state, but the most common type is the Carolina wolf spider....
Is it legal to own a large snake? When it comes to owning snakes, the United States is pretty lax in regard to federal law. As a general rule, any nonvenomous snake can be kept without permission in the United States. Additionally, many states allow venomous snakes to be owned and traded without any restrictions (North Carolina, Arkansas, and Georgia, for example). Most other states allow venomous snakes to be kept, but with a special permit....
The problem is that not everyone is aware of these lovely, secretive blooms. You can view some of the unusual and exotic flowers we’re about to introduce to you on Instagram. 1. Allium Atrosanguineum A perennial herbaceous plant called Allium atrosanguineum grows from a subterranean bulb. The plant finally generates a cluster of growth in addition to a cluster of grass-like leaves and a flowering stem that is between 7 and 60 cm tall....
They have been a species on the planet for hundreds of millions of years, but they still remain a mystery to us. It’s believed that these ancient creatures can’t die from old age. A crocodile’s lifespan ranges from 30 to 40 years, with the largest species living for up to 70 years. Yet, some crocodiles live a lengthy life and can live for more than a century. Crocodile size varies per species, however, many can reach lengths of over 23 feet and weights of over a ton!...
What Did the Purussaurus Look Like? The crocodilian order, which includes modern-day crocodiles, alligators, and caimans, had massive monsters millions of years ago. Purussaurus was one of the largest of them all. If modern crocodiles were apex predators today, one can only imagine how a 40-foot version of them would have dominated their home ecosystem. This 8.4-ton gator dominated South America during the Miocene Epoch and was able to tackle and take down some of the largest prey animals at the time....
While the popularity of a dog breed shouldn’t matter, certain dogs are more popular than others. It may be because they have a calm temperament, or they’re good with children, or they don’t shed a lot. Often, certain breeds become popular after they have been featured in a movie or get a lot of celebrity attention. Breeds usually pay a heavy price for popularity as this encourages disreputable breeders and puppy mills....
