The great ape family is the smallest mammalian family with 7 living species, 6 of which live in the tropical forests of Africa and Asia. The seventh is Homo sapiens, our species. This family include: gorillas, orangutans, chimpanzees, bonobos and humans. With a common gene pool of between 97% and 98.5%, other great apes are … Read more
Birds are vertebrate animals adapted for flight. For mellennia, birds have been winging their way across the globe and through our imaginations. They have value culturally, artistically, philosophically and economically. But beyond that, they play a huge role in preserving our precious ecosystem and as such, all life on this planet. There are more than … Read more
A primate is any mammal of the group that includes lemurs, lorises, tarsiers, monkeys, apes, and humans. The order Primates, with its 300 or more species, is the third most diverse order of mammals, after rodents and bats. Although there are some notable variations between some primate groups, they share several anatomic and functional characteristics … Read more
The word “animal” comes from the Latin animalis, meaning ‘having breath’, ‘having soul’ or ‘living being’. The biological definition includes all members of the kingdom Animalia. In colloquial usage, the term animal is often used to refer only to nonhuman animals. Animals are categorised into ecological groups depending on how they obtain or consume organic … Read more
A dog breed is a particular strain of dog that was purposefully bred by humans to perform specific tasks, such as herding, hunting, and guarding. Dogs are the most variable mammal on earth, with artificial selection producing around 450 globally recognized breeds. These breeds possess distinct traits related to morphology, which include body size, skull … Read more
The American Foxhound is a breed of dog that is a cousin of the English Foxhound. It is one of the oldest of American breeds but also one of the least known. He’s found most frequently on the Atlantic Seaboard or Southern United States, usually as a member of a pack owned by a foxhunting … Read more
A hunting dog is a canine that hunts with or for humans. There are several types of hunting dogs developed for various tasks and purposes. The major categories of hunting dogs include hounds, terriers, dachshunds, cur type dogs, and gun dogs. Further divisions can be made among these categories based upon the dogs’ skillset and … Read more
The American Eskimo Dog nicknamed the “Eskie” is a breed of companion dog, originating in Germany. The soft, white, and fluffy it is sometimes referred to as “The Dog Beautiful.” Eskies are family dogs. They are very loyal and need to be around their owners. Eskies are highly intelligent, but can be stubborn. They make … Read more
Spitz is a type of domestic dog. It is characterized by long, thick, and often white fur, and pointed ears and muzzles. The tail often curls over the dog’s back or droops. Smaller breeds resemble foxes, while larger breeds resemble wolves. There are between 50 and 70 distinct spitz dog breeds, but some aren’t easily … Read more