Flamingos can fly both short and long distances. They may fly short distances to different food sources or long distances if they must migrate. When flying longer distances, flamingos will fly at high altitudes typically over 10,000 feet. They will also fly in groups and can reach speeds up to 40 mph with a good …
Although owls are predatory birds that are high up in the food chain, they can still fall victim to other animals including fox, coyote, wildcats, raccoons, snakes, other predatory birds, and even other species of owl. There is a difference between predators to adult owls and predators to owl eggs and young owlets. We will …
Owls can be found nearly every place in the world other than Antarctica. An owl’s home can be a variety of different things depending on the specific species of owl. This can include hollow logs, trees, ground burrows, barns, holes in cactuses, abandoned nests of other birds, and crevices in rock. Let’s take a look …
There are over 250 known wolf species around the world. Which one is the rarest? Wolves are carnivores that belong to the Canidae family. They are found throughout North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. The gray wolf is the largest member of the genus Canis and is also called the timber wolf or …
Many of us don’t usually give birds a second thought. They fly (usually), and can be incredibly loud, especially in the mornings. If you live in a city, then you might not know a whole lot about many of our favorite birds. However, they are pretty incredible and complex things if you take the time …
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The red spider lily goes by many names including the death flower, red magic lily, and many other fun and creative names that are derived from their richly steeped history with humans. They originated from Nepal, China, and Korea but over the years they have spread to and been introduced to Japan and even the …
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In 1926, the last reported wolf pack in Yellowstone National Park was killed. Wyoming’s own population of wolves required intervention and that came in the 1970s when the gray wolf was listed as endangered and the recovery process began. Since then, wolves have been relocated to Yellowstone National Park and their population has increased. However, …
Despite efforts being made to preserve at-risk species, the number of animals being added to the list of endangered species is quite alarming. Even well-known creatures are making their way onto this list. This guide aims to help you understand the endangered status of the Pacific walrus. Has this species been added to the endangered …
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Large, complex organisms such as manatees require the balance of ecosystems under the sea in order to survive and flourish. When something upsets this balance it can cause great issues for their species. You may have heard of the Red Tide before, a harmful algal bloom that wreaks havoc on marine life. But what exactly …
Elephants communicate using sound, body language, touch, and smell. They can also send messages through seismic signals. These vibrations cause an earthquake in the earth, which elephants can feel through their bodies. If you liked the facts above about elephants, then you’ll love our facts below that dive even more into the intriguing lives of …
