Critter Science

The Endangered Indus River Dolphin

8 June, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Dolphin Facts, Sea Mammal Facts

The Indus river dolphin, aka Indus dolphin, Indus blind dolphin, Gangetic dolphin, Ganges susu, Shushuk, Bhulan, side-swimming dolphin, and blind river dolphin, are among the world’s most endangered fresh water river dolphins. They can be found in the fresh water river systems of in Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Pakistan. These […]

Meet the Diminutive Leaf Chameleon

7 June, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Lizard Facts, Reptile Facts

The leaf chameleon, aka stump-tailed chameleon or pygmy chameleon, can be found (if you look hard enough) in the rainforests of eastern Madagascar. They can also be found on the island of Nosy Boraha. These tiny critters can be found from sea level to altitudes of up to

The Incredibly Fast Sailfish

4 June, 2021
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Touted as being the fastest fish in the ocean, the sailfish, aka billfish, uses its speed and its long upper jaw to catch prey and hopefully avoid a sports fisherman. They also use their

The Magnificent Frigatebird

3 June, 2021
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The magnificent frigatebird, aka frigate, frigate bird, frigate-bird, and frigate-petrel, is a site to behold with their impressive wingspan and large red gular sac. There are 5 known species of frigatebird. These birds are listed as Least Concern by the IUCN

The Human-Like Indri

1 June, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Land Mammal Facts, Primate Facts

One of the largest lemurs, the indri, aka Babakoto or ambalana, can be found between Mangoro River and Sambava city in the eastern part of Madagascar. In the 1800s, they used to be far more prevalent. Thanks to the near constant deforestation to make way for agriculture and mining,

The Lowly Dung Beetle

28 May, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Arthropod Facts, Insect Facts

It’s a poopy job, but someone’s gotta do it. The dung beetle flies about in search of just the right pile of dung or pat. They will then settle in and get to work rolling the poop into neat little balls that are stored underground for dining on later. It’s […]

The Speedy Mahi-Mahi

27 May, 2021
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The mahi-mahi, aka dorado, pompano, or dolphin fish, can be found in equatorial, tropical, and sub-tropical waters of the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans. They are a highly sought after sport fish due to their bright coloration and strong fight. Not only are they speedy

The Beautiful, Endangered Siberian Tiger

26 May, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Feline Facts, Land Mammal Facts

The Siberian tiger, aka Amur tiger, is the largest “big cat” in the world. But only in captivity. In the wild, the Bengal tiger is the largest. They can be found in the Russian Far East, Northeast China, and potentially North Korea (although this isn’t confirmed). Amur

The White-Tailed Eagle

25 May, 2021
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Considered the 4th largest eagle in the world, the white-tailed eagle, aka white-tailed sea eagle, is found across northern Europe and northern Asia. The coastal populations prefer estuaries and coastal marshes, whereas the inland populations like secluded woods and forested areas with tall mature trees

The Deadly Indian Saw-Scaled Viper

24 May, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Reptile Facts, Snake Facts

The Indian saw-scaled viper is one of the most lethal snakes in the world. It is touted as being the most lethal. As it is responsible for more human deaths than all other venomous snake related deaths combined, each year. 20% of bitten and untreated victims die! This average is […]