Often, the first part of an animal’s scientific name (the genus) is shortened to just its initial. This is whyTyrannosaurus rexis often shortened toT. rex. Science doesn’t stand still: as we discover more about dinosaurs, the way in which different types of dinosaurs are classified is li...
As many as 6 in 10 families in the United States have such types of pets. And lots of studies show keeping pets is good for us.But it is important to keep in mind that pets can carry diseases(疾病) that can make you sick. Wash-ing hands often-especially after feeding or cleaning ...
The Cheetah is the world’s fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds of up to 61 mph / 98 km/h (some even estimate the cheetah's maximum speed to be closer to 75 mph (120 km/h). This African cat species' awesome speed, acceleration and maneuverability allow it to hunt the fa...
Many Explorers have had long, happy relationships or have remained with causes or institutions for long periods of time. The desire to move on doesn’t necessarily govern the many other factors that can convince one to behave loyally. Many consider Paul McCartney, musician and animal rights ...
Nicole now lives on a lush forest property with her Kiwi husband and new baby daughter in New Zealand. She has a strong love for all animals of all shapes and sizes (and particularly loves a good interspecies friendship) and wants to share her animal knowledge and other experts' knowledge ...
Animal Genetics Laboratory, Department of Animal Science, University of Illinois, Urbana, USAJohn Wiley & Sons, LtdAnimal Blood Groups and Biochemical GeneticsFésüs, L. & B. A. Rasmusen , 1971 . The distribution of transferrin and hemoglobin types in families of Suffolk and Targhee sheep . ...
Wolfs are the smartest type of animal. They quardinate their attacks and hunt in packs! Nataliesays: March 12, 2010 at 4:41 pm “shenhav says: February 5, 2010 at 11:40 am hello, thanx for the great inf’ i wonder… are there any kind of wolves in australia or new-zealand?” ...
Types of Exotic Pets There is no definitive way to identify an animal as “exotic” when it comes to pets. Traditionally, exotic pets were considered wild animals taken into captivity. However, the definition has expanded to include any animal not bred to bedomesticatedand live in homes. ...
Like other venomous snakes, many vipers seem to have venom far more powerful than it needs to be. Why would evolution drive the potency of snake venom up beyond what’s necessary to bring down a small prey animal? Some evolutionary biologists have suggested that venom evolved initially for hun...
In this guide, we’ll provide a glimpse into the immense diversity of gilled mushrooms by discussing six families of gill-producing mushrooms found in the class Agaricomycete. Read on to learn more! 1. Types of Gilled Mushrooms:Agaricaceae ...