#zoology
Seals are fascinating marine mammals, and determining their age is essential for understanding their life history and population dynamics. While... 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
The world's largest type of terrestrial arthropod is the coconut crab (Birgus latro), also known as the robber crab or palm thief. This species of... Read more
Symbiotic relationships between animals and microorganisms play a critical role in digestion for certain animals. These relationships allow animals... 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
Many animals, especially predators, use infrared radiation (IR) to locate their prey. IR radiation is emitted by all objects that are warmer than... 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
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
The world's largest type of amphibian by size is the Chinese giant salamander (Andrias davidianus). It is found only in China and can grow up to 1.8... Read more