Animal fun facts

Elephants are among the largest animals in the world. Tall, heavy, majestic and with huge ears, these animals carry imposing horns and it proves difficult for them to go unnoticed. But, have you ever wondered where elephants live? Learn a little more about these magnificent mammals, their distribution,...

All living beings perform some sort of function. While we may not think of every creature on the planet as being important, they all work together to fulfill a role in any given ecosystem. We may not be aware of what this function is, but without it, said ecosystem will be affected. Whether or not the role...

If you share your home with a cat, you will be privy to a whole host of seemingly odd behaviors. Lying on their back an exposing their belly to you is just one of them. What is even stranger is that they do this, but then attack you like a jackrabbit if you try to pet their stomach. Adding to the confusion...

No matter what you do, your loving feline, despite having its own bed, insists on sleeping with you. Every night after just getting under your duvet, do you feel the weight of those little paws above your body, slowly positioning its own little body on top of yours? There are several reasons why cats...

Many guardians wonder if their cats like kisses or if this kind of display of affection is uncomfortable for felines. Unfortunately, many others do not make this consideration. Instead they kiss and cuddle their kittens without considering their comfort and tolerance levels. It's important to remember that...

Transgenic animals are animals that have been cloned. The medical and biotechnological uses of animal cloning are almost innumerable, as many diseases have been eradicated thanks to the production of these transgenic animals. Due to the controversial concept of cloning and scientific testing on animals,...

Fish experience reproduction in one of two ways. These processes include fertilization inside or outside the body. Fish are either ovoviviparous, viviparous or oviparous. Additionally, it is important to note that reproduction can also change according to the fish’s environment, specifically if it lives in...

Of course, there are many reasons why a cat might cry, mewl or yowl. Each circumstance needs to be considered and the well-being, health and behavioral characteristics of the cat will help us to determine why your cat is crying al the time. However, there are some general reasons and common situations...

The Iberian Peninsula combines territories located in current day Portugal and Spain with the British Overseas Territory and the Principality of Andorra. However, the vast majority 79% is located in Spain. The fauna of this country alone is rich and diverse, harboring certain endemisms, plant and animal...

Guinea pigs, otherwise known as Cavia porcellus, are perhaps the most popular rodents which are kept as pets. This is predominantly thanks to their tender and loving personalities and because they are easy animals to maintain. Native to South America, guinea pigs are herbivorous mammals that reproduces...

Have you ever noticed your cat running away after they have defecated in their litter box? There are times we've gone to the bathroom and wanted to get out of their sharpish, but we don't feel the need to run away like cats sometimes do. They may even seem to escape so quickly from their litter tray that...

Does your dog always sleep next to you or in the same room? There are many reasons why dogs choose to sleep with or close to their guardians. The reasons for this are strongly based on the type of relationship you have with your dog. For example, a dog will most often sleep with the family member they...

All foxes belong to the Canidae family. Foxes are closely related to other canids, such as: dogs, jackals or wolves. Their morphology and appearance has adapted itself to their significant environments. There are approximately 13 ‘‘true’’ fox species. If you want to know more about the types of foxes that exist,...

Honey bees are insects belonging to the genus Apis. Honey bees are a eusocial species, meaning that they belong to the highest level of social organization group of all animals. Bee hives are inhabited by swarms. There are many different breeds of bees that coexist in hives: the queen, the worker bees...

Cats are animals that cling to routine in order to feel safe and secure. Unlike other animals, a cat’s routine is scheduled in such a way that their food, sleep, play, hygiene and socialization times need to always be in order. For this reason, sudden changes to this routine may generate: cat and moving...

In an ideal world, there would be no need for volunteering. For animal shelters, the reality is that animal neglect and abuse has lead to a vast surplus of abandoned and mistreated animals. With resources for all community services being overstretched, it is no understatement to say that many animal...

In nature there are several reproductive strategies one of them being oviparous. You should know that there are many animals which follow this reproductive path, these animals also appeared much earlier in evolutionary history than viviparous animals. If you want to know what oviparous animals are, find...

Cats use their bodies to communicate with us, other animals and their environment. Thanks to their postures and facial expressions, our felines are able to transmit their state of mind and perceptions about their environment. By understanding your cat’s postures and expressions, you will not only better...

71% of the planet is made up of oceans. There a many different types of sea animals present among these oceans and seas, some of which are still unknown. Unfortunately, with the rise in: water temperature, sea pollution and hunting, comes the reduction in our marine life. Everyday, more and more marine animals...

When it comes to choosing a toy or a dog training tool for your dog, it is important to take into account which colors are the most striking for dogs. In this way, you can ensure that your dog can distinguish toys from other objects, include floors. In this AnimalWised article we will be discussing...

Although black cats have been victims of a bad reputation for centuries, nowadays thankfully, this stigmatization has decreased. This is thanks to the fact that they are animals with a mysterious character and a very special personality. Black cats have several interesting characteristics. One of the most...

It’s completely normal to love your dog so much that sometimes you just want to hug and squeeze them. However, for dogs, this hugging sensation isn't as nice as you may think. While for us, hugs are a gesture of love and affection, for dogs it can result in the appearance of stress and anxiety. Have you...

When we discuss wolf attacks, there are many different variables to consider. Firstly, the location is important. In Spain, there hasn't been a verified wolf attack with a fatality since 1974[1]. In North America, attacks are similarly rare although the last recorded fatality was in 2010. In India, however,...

The belief that bulls hate the color red is quite common. This is especially due to the use of this color to aggravate bulls during bullfighting, an outdated and sad practice that unfortunately still takes place. Bullfighting is a common and well-known example of animal abuse, where bulls are often left so...

There are millions of different species and types of animals in the world, which altogether constitute a variety of fauna. This great collection makes our planet Earth a unique place among the immensity of the universe. Some animals or organisms are so small that the human eye is not even able to appreciate...

Within the great group of viviparous we find different reproductive strategies, each holding different names. In this AnimalWised article we are going to explain them and explore certain facts which are worth knowing. We aim to make clear the difference between viviparous animals and mammals. In general,...

Between the years 2000 and 2010 the possession of pigs as pets has been popularized in western nations. After years of coexistence, we have witnessed a multitude of cases in which these pets have saved their owners. Others have learned behaviors that, until recently, were not considered proper or even...

Cats bring about much admiration and curiosity for both their abilities and instinctive behaviors. Because of this, they have become protagonists of various myths. Such myths include them having nine lives, always falling on their feet, not being able to live with dogs or that if they are black they bring...

Do you know what it means to be in danger of extinction? Every day there are more and more animals that are making the list for endangered species. But, still today, many people do not really know what it means to be going extinct, why it happens and which animals are on this red list. According to official...

With their famed independence, cats will not be made to run anywhere unless they want to. While they may sprint speedily from a water hose or run like lightning when they hear the sound of food dropping into their dish, does this mean cats can run faster than humans? They may seem faster at a casual glance,...

The sea, infinite and enigmatic, is full of mysteries. Most of these mysteries have not yet even been discovered. In the depths of the ocean, there is not only darkness and ancient hulled ships, there is also life. There are hundreds of creatures that live below the ocean's surface, some spectacular and...

There are many myths around cats, particularly in how they interact with humans. Many of them are to do with how appropriate they are as companion animals, especially when compared with other domestic animals such as dogs. Perhaps the greatest myth is that dogs are affectionate creatures which express love...

Scavenger animals play an important and primordial role in the cycle of life. Thanks to them, organic matter can decompose and become available again for plants and other autotrophic beings. In addition, they cleanse nature of corpses that can, if left, cause and spread infection. In this AnimalWised article...

A cat's ears are very expressive features. They can stand up on end in alertness, settle down when relaxed and are an important way to communicate with other cats, animals and even we humans. Each breed has certain features which distinguish them from others and ear shape and size is just one factor. While...

Have you ever wondered what the life cycle of sea turtles looks like? To study the life cycle of any species, we must take into account the development of their offspring, how and when the adults reproduce, and where and what they eat. Did you know that sea turtles migrate? They travel long distances...

Children can create strong bonds with pets. In fact, it is said that majority of young children consider theirs pet as their best friends. However, whether due to an illness, an accident or simply old age: our animal companions pass away. This natural process of life and death can introduce children to a very...

All animals attract attention for various reasons, their physical appearance being perhaps the most common. It is a primal response we use as a way to protect ourselves and know who is friend or foe. Reptiles are one of the most feared in the animal kingdom as they encompass some of the deadliest creatures...

Snakes are fascinating animals, their striking colors, their curious way of moving and their voracious appetite can impress anyone. Since ancient times, these reptiles have been part of the culture of many societies, becoming one of the most famous animals studied by science. There are thousands of different...

Animals have many ways of communicating with each other. This may be through sight, sound, body language and smells. Humans share these methods of communication, but one which has yet to be verified by a peer reviewed study is our use of pheromones. The same cannot be said for cats as scientists have been...

For any close relationship to work, you will need to build trust. Whether it is a friendship, a family member or a partner, if you don't have trust you will simply be two people inhabiting the same space. The same goes for your pets. If you have recently adopted a cat, whether a kitten or an adult, you...