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In recent years, the definition of ‘ungulate’ has been up for debate. The debate centers around which animals should be categorized under this term as it is a word applicable to a diverse range of mammals. A common ancestor is believed to link the animals together, but some zoologists and taxonomists disagree...
All living beings need to adapt to their environment to survive. These environments are as wide ranging as life itself, whether underwater, in a desert or even in the body of another living being. Helping to better understand these types of adaptations, we can place them all in three major categories:
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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...
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...
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...
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.
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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 of the beings on earth are nourished in different ways. One of the main reasons for this nourishment is to turn it into energy for their physical activity. We know that animals get this nourishment from eating food, but what happens with other beings such as algae which don't have a mouth and/or...
All living organisms are classified into five kingdoms, from small bacteria to humans. This classification holds fundamental foundations which scientist Robert Whittaker established. They have also contributed enormously to the study of living beings on earth.
Do you want to know more about the 5 kingdom...
In nature we have a vast range of ecosystems, much of our understanding of which is limited. Throughout these ecosystems individual species create bonds and establish relationships, whether they be from their own species or that of another. From multicellular animals like us humans to the bacteria which...
Vampires and gods have only one thing in common: the conscious manifestation of our inherent fear of absolute emptiness, represented by death. However, nature has created really amazing life forms that flirt with immortality, while other species experience a fleeting existence.
If this topic has caused...
Understanding more than one language in today's age is incredibly important. Whether for work, studies or self-fulfillment, languages are important in communicating fairly and equally with the rest of the world. Language allows for deeper connection between people and a greater understanding of different cultures.
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We all have the potential to be cruel. Some of us act on it more than others, but where this cruelty is directed can say a lot about an individual. The way in which a human treats their pets and other animals reflects something about their psychological well-being. Although a sad and frustrating indictment...
Have you ever stopped to imagine how our 5 senses as humans help us perceive the world? Due to the difference in anatomical structure between animals and humans, our perception of the world differs. We see color differently and many animals, due to evolution, have gained senses which have been specifically...
Viviparity is a form of reproduction that is found in most mammalian creatures as well as some reptiles, fish and amphibians. It isn't, however, limited to the animal kingdom as viviparous plants also exist. Viviparity is a term which has some variation, but is generally accepted to refer to live birth of...
Today, we'd like to take the opportunities to share some highly compelling stories, those that are not usually told in the media, but that definitely make this world a better place, as it is not only humans that have acts of kindness and bravery, more often than not, animals are the kindest and altruistic creatures...
Dear readers, who does not know Harry Potter? J.K Rowling's literary series and film adaptation celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2017, and to our delight, animals can be said to be a big part of the wizarding world and far from being just an extra addition to the plot. We thought about all of our Harry...
There are an estimated two million species of animals in the world. Some, like dogs or cats, can be seen almost daily in our cities and we know endless facts about them, but there are less common animals that are full of curious facts.
This is the case of ovoviviparous animals, which have a certainly strange...
Many people rely on zodiacal worship when making decisions or finding a compatible partner in love. It is a devotion that has lasted since the time of ancient Greece, so it is not surprising that many people continue to consult the virtues and defects of each particular sign.
In this AnimalWised article...
Just like human babies, the younger an animal is, the more tender and cute they are. Nature is so magical and incredible that it has made some creatures look this way for their whole life. Most of these animals are unique and very delicate, living in remote areas, as far as possible from any human development...
Contrary to what many believe, there are many very shy and peaceful animals that are extraordinarily lethal. A sample is the sea serpent, who will flee before creatures that do not enter into their food alternative. Another example is the stoat, a diminutive being of only 300g, capable of successfully...
Vertebrates and Invertebrates are the 2 main types of animals. To put it simply, invertebrates have no backbone and vertebrates have a highly-evolved internal skeleton and skull to enclose their well developed brain. This backbone is also known as a vertebral column (or spinal column in humans and other animals)....
All animals living on earth are beautiful. The diversity on our planet is practically endless with different sizes, shapes, characteristics and colours. Thanks to the beautiful animals living in all environments, the world is a more pleasant, mysterious and interesting place.
AnimalWised wanted to...
Lots of fly species are from the Midwest. One of these is the bluebottle fly. The dead truth about why these inhabit your house can be quite deadening (literally and figuratively). But are these flies dangerous? Bluebottle flies generally thrive on organic compounds. They have sponging/piercing/sucking/lapping...
There are 13 genera of wolf spiders in the United States alone. Belonging to the Hogna genus, the million dollar question is “are wolf spiders venomous?” given their large numbers in the woods and natural protected areas. With 125 species of wolf spiders in the US, this AnimalWised article will provide...
During the Iraq war in 2003, a new internet sensation hit the online world– the Camel Spider. Stories about how camel spiders are venomous began to abound on the Internet. Many of the rumors also displayed the spiders to be about ½ the size of a human. But, the truth (as they say) is stranger than fiction....
Working with animals is the dream career for many pet and wildlife lovers. Besides, spending time with animals is a sure way to release stress and feel fulfilled!
If you want to choose a career that allows you to work with different species, stay with us. In this AnimalWised article we'll go over a list...
Humankind loves animals - and as a result, they appear in many of the most beloved stories of all times. Animals, from dogs to snakes, play a very important role in popular culture: they have been and continue to be the inspiration for myths, tales and films that are ingrained into our collective memory.
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Fossorial and subfossorial animals are those that live underground, digging tunnels and burrows. Some of them are completely subterranean, while others come up to the surface for some hours of the day.
There are many types of fossorial animals, from mammals to invertebrates, as well as other organisms such...
When we talk about "legendary creatures" we refer to the fantastic animals and hybrids that play a leading role as villains, heroes or helpers in the myths and legends that form part of our culture's folklore, and therefore of our history.
Since these creatures never really existed - or, at least, their...
The United Kingdom has over 650 different species of spiders, 12 of which are venomous enough to cause humans severe pain. The most feared spider in Britain is none other than the notorious false widow spider, which is the most venomous of all.
There are three other venomous spiders in the UK – the cardinal,...
India is what is called a "megadiverse country", as it harbors an amazingly high number of endemic species. In fact, it is home to more than 6% of all the reptile species in the world, and even more than that if we talk only about snakes.
There are more than 270 different snake species in India, and...
Snakes are rare in the United Kingdom: while you can find other reptiles relatively easy, such as sand lizards or turtles, there are only three species native to the British Isles - more specifically to Great Britain, as Ireland - including Northern Ireland - is famously snake-free.
Are there venomous...
The state of Texas is home to many snake species, some of them venomous: these include the cottonmouth, the copperhead, the Western rattlesnake, the timber rattlesnake, the blacktail rattlesnake, the Western diamondback rattlesnake, the Massagauga pygmy rattlesnake and the harlequin coral snake.
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Snakes play a vital role in the natural system and ecosystem balance, but humans are often afraid of them, which is no surprise as the bite of some species can be fatal. Close to fifty species of snakes are endemic to Florida, but only a few of them are known to be toxic and dangerous for human beings.
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Do you think that communication is an exclusively human ability? If you've got a pet at home and you take a moment to mull over this question, you'll surely change your mind. Pets are capable of communicating their emotions and requirements to their owners, often making you think that the only thing they're...
The Lion Capital of Ashoka at the Buddhist city of Sarnath was adopted as the National Emblem of India on 26th January 1950. It is adorned with the immortal lines Satyameva Jayate - "truth alone triumphs" in Devanagari - excerpted from the Mundaka Upanishads of the Hindu Vedas. Animals preside over the...
We tend to assume that it's always the mother who takes care of her offspring, but in fact there are many species in which the father does everything within his reach to help his young survive, nurtures them, and ensures they stay healthy and happy.
In this AnimalWised article we'll list the 10 best animal dads:...
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