Critter Science

The American Kestrel

25 November, 2019
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The American kestrel is the smallest falcon species in North America and the 2nd smallest falcon in the world. They can be found from Alaska all the way down to South America and

The Pesky Silverfish

22 November, 2019
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The silverfish. You’ve seen them crawling up your wall, cozying up in that stack of old newspapers or cardboard boxes, and maybe in your bathroom. Ancestors of these nuisance insects are

The Little Brown Bat

21 November, 2019
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The little brown bat can be found in the U.S. and Canada, from the Pacific to the Atlantic coasts. There have also been documented instances in the forested areas of Mexico, at

The Rough-Skinned Newt

20 November, 2019
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The rough-skinned newt is found in coniferous forests, grasslands, woodlands, and areas near ponds, lakes, and rivers. These newts are often kept as pets and are frequently found in

The Venomous Sidewinder

19 November, 2019
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The sidewinder is a venomous pit viper that is found in arid regions of the southwestern U.S. and even into northwestern Mexico. They live in desert regions of Arizona, California

The Northern Goshawk

18 November, 2019
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The northern goshawk is a rare sight to see. There are 10 known subspecies of northern goshawk that are located in temperate areas of North America, Europe, and Asia. Northern goshawks

The Fearsome Praying Mantis

14 November, 2019
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So named for their dominant front legs which fold in such a way to suggest prayer, it’s the praying mantis. These ferocious predators are as beneficial as they are just downright cool

The Adorable Sea Otter

13 November, 2019
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Few critters have tugged the heart strings quite like the sea otter. They float on the surface of the cold ocean water, feet pointing towards the sky, holding hands and juggling rocks

Behold the Domestic Pig

12 November, 2019
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When you think about a pig, the thought generally brings to mind mud, fat pot bellies, grunts, squeals, and piglets. But pigs are so much more than that. These incredibly intelligent,

The Pacific Tree Frog

8 November, 2019
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The Pacific tree frog is a survivor. They can be found in ponds, meadows, wetlands, woodlands, and pastures. Pretty much anywhere they can find a steady supply of water is where you