Ostriches are flightless birds that have long, bare necks, long, sturdy legs and a bulky body covered with feathers. Males have a bold black and white coloring that they use to attract females. F...
The gazelle is a species of mammal that is a member of the antelope family of animals. There are 19 species of gazelles. Gazelles are found mostly in the deserts. Most gazelles are tan-color...
Guinea pigs are tailless rodents that weigh between 1.5 and 2.5 lbs. There are 3 basic types of guinea pigs. Their compact, cylindrical bodies range from 8 to 10 inches long. Their ears are small and ...
There are two species of elephants, African and Asian. Elephants are the largest land mammals. Elephants can live up to 70 years in the wild. Elephants are herbivores and eat over 300 different plan...
Cranes are tall birds with long legs, necks and usually long bills. They resemble herons and egrets in body shape, but tend to have heavier bodies. Cranes are generally brown, gray, or white in color....
Pigs are one of the smartest animals on the planet. Their intelligence ranks higher than dogs and even some primates. Pigs are very clean animals. They keep their toilets far from their living or feed...
Potoos are neotropical birds of the family Nyctibiidae. There are 7 species of potoos and all of them are famous for their incredible camouflage skills. They perch at the top of a dead branch usually,...
African Wild Dogs are often judged by their appearance. The African wild dog is one of the world’s most endangered mammals and can be identified by its long legs and irregular fur patterns....
The sika deer is a member of the deer family Cervidae. It lives in East Asia. The sika deer is one of the few deer species that does not lose its spots upon reaching maturity. It has white s...
The Scorpaenidae (also known as scorpionfish) are a family of mostly marine fish that includes many of the world's most venomous species. Scorpionfish are dull in color–mottled brown or yellow&n...