Have you ever watched an eagle take flight? Did you take the time to notice how little effort it took? These birds are among the highest-flying aviators, reaching altitudes of 10,000 feet, sometimes more. This is only one of the reasons as to why the eagle has symbolized courage, strength, and freedom. But how are …
Austin French
Often described as an animal with a playful nature, the dolphin has been known to create underwater bubbles, play chase and jump out from the waves. In fact, the 1990’s film, Flipper, took these qualities and made it into a well-known production Some cultures even consider the dolphin to symbolize harmony, life and protection. But …
If you were to see an alpaca at a petting zoo, you might mistake it for the closely related llama. But how different are these two species? Do they share the same preferences as to what they eat? Or do they need separate dietary requirements? In this article, we will look at the diet of …
One of the smelliest creatures to be found in the animal kingdom is the skunk. Known for their expressive scent glands, these badger-like scavengers can be found among the night crew. But what exactly are these black and white animals able to find, especially in the dark? Do they alter their meal preferences depending on …
If you were asked to name one of the oldest animals to be domesticated, how would you answer? Would you guess that it was a cat, dog or even rabbit? Well, there is one species that rises above the others. You may be surprised to find that the goat was domesticated as far back as …