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Mammals • December 7, 2020

Red Panda: Profile and Information

The red panda (Ailurus fulgens) is a small-sized mammal species endemic to southwestern China and the eastern Himalayas. The red panda is listed on the IUCN Red List as Endangered because its total wild population is estimated to be fewer than 10,000 mature individuals. The continuous population decline is due to frequent fragmentation, habitat loss, […]

Adenaya Damilola • June 27, 2024

Mammals • December 2, 2020

Yellow-throated Marten: Profile and Information

The Yellow-throated marten is the largest in the old world, an Asian marten species with a tail of more than half its length. Its fur is vividly colored and is a special mix of black, white, golden-yellow, and brown. The color of the hindquarters becomes browner. The flanks and the belly have a vivid yellowish […]

Aigbini Jennifer • June 27, 2024

Mammals • December 2, 2020

Japanese Marten: Profile and Information

The Japanese marten (Martes melampus) is the mammal most closely related to the sable in the marten genus. It is usually 0.5 m (1.5 ft) in length, not including a 20-cm-long tail (7.9 in and between 1,000 and 1500 grams (2.2 and 3.3 lb) in weight. Males usually are larger than females. The color of […]

Aigbini Jennifer • June 27, 2024

Mammals • December 2, 2020

Fisher: Profile and Information

Fisher is a forest-dwelling animal that resides in North America. They are average in size and have long, lean, and low body structures. The male angler’s coats are tougher than the female, and their coats are thick during the early winter. The angler’s color varies between deep brown and black, and during the winter, the […]

Oluwafemi Peter • June 27, 2024

Mammals • December 2, 2020

Quokka: Profile and Information

The quokka, also called the short-tailed scrub wallaby, is a small macropod around the size of a domestic cat. It is the only member of the genus Setonix. The quokka is herbivorous and primarily nocturnal, like other marsupials in the macropod family, such as kangaroos and wallabies. Quokkas are located off the coast of Western […]

Oluwafemi Peter • June 27, 2024

Dogs • November 30, 2020

Maltese: Dog Breed Profile and Information

The Maltese, a gentle and fearless dog breed, welcomes everyone as a friend. Their elegant white coat gives them a look of high royalty, but appearances can be deceiving. Even though these are purebred dogs, you can find them in shelters or rescue organizations. Care to adopt it! Don’t shop if you want to take […]

Aigbini Jennifer • June 28, 2024

Mammals • November 30, 2020

American Marten: Profile and Information

The American pine marten (Martes americana), also called American marten, is a North American mammal from the Mustelidae family. The species is often referred to simply as the pine marten. The word “pine marten” is derived from the common name of the distinct Eurasian species Martes Tuesday. The American marten differs from the fisherman (Pekania […]

Aigbini Jennifer • June 28, 2024

Mammals • November 30, 2020

Mongoose: Profile and Information

Mongoose are long, hairy animals with a pointed face and a bushy tail. Despite common belief, the Mongoose is not a rodent. They are members of the family Herpestidae, which also includes civets and meerkats. Mongoose is one of the most exciting animals in the world. Scientific Classification Here is the mongoose taxonomy according to […]

Aigbini Jennifer • June 28, 2024

Mammals • November 30, 2020

Patagonian Weasel: Profile and Information

The Patagonian weasel (Lyncodon patagonicus) is classified as a small mustelid and the only genus Lyncodon member. Its geographic range is the sections of Chile and the Pampas of western Argentina. Scientific Classification Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Mammalia Order Carnivora Family Mustelidae Genus Lyncodon Species L. patagonicus Characteristics The Patagonian weasel has a Head-to-body […]

Adenaya Damilola • June 28, 2024

Mammals • November 30, 2020

Patagonian Mara: Profile and Information

The Patagonian mara (Dolichotis patagonum) is classified as a large rodent in the genus Dolichotis, which is sometimes regarded as the mara genus. It is also known as Patagonian hare, Patagonian cavy, or dillaby. It has a rabbit-like appearance and is believed to be herbivorous. The Patagonian mara can be found in Argentina’s open and […]

Adenaya Damilola • June 28, 2024