Latest Animals
Possum
One of the most recognisable Australian creatures is the possum. They are stunning nocturnal animals that can expertly and with astonishing agility move through lofty trees. These adorable little animals are among the well-known fauna of Australia, along with kangaroos and koalas. They have a cute, fluffy appearance, and when combined with their non-aggressive disposition, […]
Grass Spiders
“Grass spiders” are timid and non-aggressive. When their web is approached by anything other than an insect, they typically retreat to the back of their funnel web. Taxonomic Hierarchy Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Arthropoda Class: Arachnida Order: Araneae Family: Agelenidae Genus: Agelenopsis Species: Agelenopsis spp. Common Name (Official / AAS) Grass Spiders Other Common Names Funnel Weaver Author Author of genus name: C. G. […]
Gray Fox
What Part Of The World Do Foxes Live In? Gray foxes occur throughout most of North America from southern Canada to northern Venezuela and Colombia. They do not occur in portions of the mountainous northwestern United States, the Great Plains and eastern Central America. What Type Of Habitat Do Gray Foxes Prefer? Gray foxes can […]
Moorhen
The Common Moorhen is a medium-sized crake that has a velvety brownish black plumage with flanks that have a distinctive white streak. The undertail coverts are white, conspicuous when the tail is jerked while swimming. The Moorhen has eye-catching red frontal shield and yellow legs. Younger Moorhens do not have the red frontal shield and […]
Canada Goose
Canada Goose is the largest of the “black” geese, almost swan sized. Adult Canada geese have dark brown body on the top half and paler body below. They have a white patch below their black tail. The scientific name for a Canada Goose is “Branta canadensis. Their head, beak and long neck are black, with […]
Northern Mockingbird
The Northern Mockingbird is one of the most fascinating creatures in North America. This small songbird has an interesting history and a unique appearance. The northern mockingbird is an omnivore that feeds on insects as well as fruits. It forages in grassy land and is commonly found in open areas and forest edges. Southeastern Canada, […]
Cactus Wren
The cactus wren is a unique bird that can be found in the Southwestern United States. This bird is known for its distinctive song, as well as its habit of building nests in cacti. The cactus wren is a beautiful bird, and it is a popular tourist attraction in the Southwestern United States. If you […]
Willow Ptarmigan
The willow ptarmigan is a beautiful bird that can be found in the northern parts of the world. This bird is medium to large in size, and its feathers are a mix of brown, white, and black. It has a reddish-brown crest on its head. Willow ptarmigans live in cold climates, and they eat seeds, […]
