Critter Science

The Critically Endangered Sumatran Rhinoceros

28 October, 2020
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The Sumatran rhinoceros is the smallest of the 3 Asiatic rhino species. They are also listed as Critically Endangered, due to habitat destruction, poaching, and climate change (drought)

The Strange Looking Proboscis Monkey

27 October, 2020
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The proboscis monkey, aka the Monyet belanda monkey (means long nosed monkey) or bekantan (in Indonesia), is an old world monkey (classification of monkeys deriving from Asia and/or Africa)

Say Hello to the Hornbill

26 October, 2020
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With 45 known species of hornbill, there are many variations of these fascinating birds to favor. These birds can be found in Africa, Asia, and Melanesia. They like primary lowland

Beware the Indochinese Spitting Cobra

23 October, 2020
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Daily Critter Facts, Reptile Facts, Snake Facts

Cobras, in and of themselves, are dangerous enough. But the Indochinese spitting cobra adds that special element of surprise and danger to the mix; and not just the Indochinese

The Ginormous Gaur

22 October, 2020
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Daily Critter Facts, Land Mammal Facts, Ungulate Facts

The gaur is the biggest member of the bovine family. They can be found in southern and southeastern Asia. There are 3 subspecies recognized: Indian bison, South East Asian bison, and

The Borneo Pygmy Elephant

21 October, 2020
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Hailing from northern and northeastern Borneo, Malaysia, and Indonesia, the Borneo pygmy elephant is the smallest pachyderm in Asia. They prefer lowland rainforests and valleys,

The Japanese Macaque Monkey

20 October, 2020
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The Japanese macaque monkey, aka snowy monkey, is found on 3 of the 4 main Japanese islands: Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. Their preferred habitat is evergreen and broad-leaved deciduous

Enter the Petite and Elusive Sun Bear

16 October, 2020
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The sun bear, aka honey bear, basindo nan tenggil, or beruang madu, is the smallest recognized bear in the world, with the longest tongue. Their crescent shaped chest marking is

The Beautiful Leopard Cat

15 October, 2020
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Daily Critter Facts, Feline Facts, Land Mammal Facts

The leopard cat is a forest-dwelling feline found in southern and eastern Asia. They inhabit tropical rainforests, coniferous forests, deciduous forests, scrublands, and semi-desert

All Hail the King Cobra

14 October, 2020
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Due to its size, temperament, venom, and overall reputation, the king cobra (not a true cobra, by the way) is a snake to be respected and feared. These snakes are more closely related to