Critter Science

The Intelligent African Grey Parrot

24 February, 2021
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Known the world over for their intellect and loyalty, the African grey parrot is one of the most sought after of the exotic pets. Care should be taken though, as I have worked with these

The Cute and Alert Meerkat

23 February, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Land Mammal Facts

The meerkat belongs to the mongoose family. Nope, they aren’t cats at all. They live in semi-arid and arid deserts in

The Aggressive South Polar Skua

22 February, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Bird Facts, Predatory Bird Facts

The south polar skua, aka jaeger, is a seabird that can be found in Africa, Antarctica, Asia, North America, Oceania, and South America. They use the snow-free areas of Antarctic coasts to breed during warmer months, and spend the

The Asian Small-Clawed Otter

19 February, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Land Mammal Facts

The Asian small-clawed otter is the smallest known otter species. Their hands and feet are only partially webbed and they have short claws. This aids in sensitivity to touch and a heightened

The Agile and Speedy Chamois

18 February, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Land Mammal Facts, Ungulate Facts

Say hello to the chamois (pronounced sham-wah). A goat-antelope that hails from Europe and Asia-minor. They have also been introduced to New Zealand. These critters prefer alpine meadows

The Southern Right Whale

17 February, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Sea Mammal Facts, Whale Facts

Whales are a critical component to the earth’s oceans. The southern right whale is no exception. These giants, like all other baleen whales, aid in the bloom of phytoplankton and krill when they (believe it or not) poop

The Wild Boar

16 February, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Land Mammal Facts

Found on multiple continents, the wild boar prefers grassy savanna areas, agricultural areas, wooded forests, shrublands, and marshy swamplands. There are 4 known subspecies of wild boar

The Sand Lizard

15 February, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Lizard Facts, Reptile Facts

The sand lizard can be found throughout Europe and Asia. They prefer sandy heathlands and sand dunes in coastal regions. These multicolored critters are considered 1 of the United Kingdom’s

The Giant Petrel

12 February, 2021
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The giant petrel is a sea bird that hails from Antarctica up into the subtropical areas of South America, Australia, and Africa. They may look a little like an albatross but when they

The Fierce Fisher

11 February, 2021
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Daily Critter Facts, Land Mammal Facts

A member of the weasel family, the fisher is native to North America (United States & Canada). Once hunted for their fur to near extinction, these critters have bounced back from elimination