#zoology
There is a common myth that the age of a seahorse can be determined by the length of its snout, but this is not true. Seahorses are unique creatures... Read more
Some animals are capable of regenerating lost body parts or organs, but few can regenerate their entire body from a small fragment. One such animal... Read more
Many animals have evolved the ability to change their coloration to blend in with their environment as a form of camouflage. This allows them to... Read more
Marine creatures like crabs and lobsters molt their exoskeletons in order to grow larger. Molting is a complex process that involves a series of... Read more
Animals have complex social lives and form bonds and hierarchies within their groups. The formation of social bonds can be influenced by various... Read more
There is no direct correlation between the size of a kangaroo's tail and its age. While a kangaroo's tail can provide insight into its health and... Read more
While sight and sound are the primary ways that animals communicate, many animals also use their sense of touch to convey information to each other.... Read more
The world's largest type of marsupial by weight is the red kangaroo (Macropus rufus). They can grow up to 6 feet tall and weigh over 200 pounds. Red... Read more
The animal with the longest tail relative to its body size is the male Asian Paradise Flycatcher. The male of this species has a body length of... Read more
The Arabian Oryx, also known as the white Oryx, is a species of antelope that is native to the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula. They are well... Read more