The Giant Panda (black-and-white cat-foot) (Ailuropoda melanoleuca), is a mammal classified in the bear family, Ursidae, native to central-western and southwestern China. Giant Pandas are one of the rarest mammals in the world. Pandas are easily recognized by their large, … [Read more...]
Grey Wolf
The Grey Wolf (Canis Lupus), also known as the 'Timber Wolf' is the largest of the wild dog family. Grey Wolves were once in abundance and distributed over North America, Eurasia and the Middle East. However, because of human-related activity such as destruction of habitat and … [Read more...]
African Wild Dog
African Wild Dog The African Wild Dog (Lycaon pictus) is a mammal native only to Africa. It is a member of the canidae family which also includes dogs, coyotes, dingos, jackals and wolves. The African Wild Dog is known by other names such as the Painted Hunting Dog, African … [Read more...]
Galapagos Fin Whales
Fin Whales Galapagos Island The Fin whale (Balaenoptera physalus) is also known as the 'Finback Whale' or 'Razorback Whale'. The Fin Whale is the second largest whale and the second largest living animal after the Blue Whale. Only few sightings have been confirmed. The best place … [Read more...]