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little brown bat

The Little Brown Bat

  • 21 November, 2019
  • Critterman
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Daily Critter Facts, Flying Mammal Facts

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

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rough-skinned newt

The Rough-Skinned Newt

  • 20 November, 2019
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Daily Critter Facts, Amphibian Facts, Newt Facts

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

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sidewinder

The Venomous Sidewinder

  • 19 November, 2019
  • Critterman
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Daily Critter Facts, Reptile Facts, Snake Facts

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

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northern goshawk

The Northern Goshawk

  • 18 November, 2019
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Daily Critter Facts, Bird Facts, Predatory Bird Facts

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

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praying mantis

The Fearsome Praying Mantis

  • 14 November, 2019
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Daily Critter Facts, Arthropod Facts, Insect Facts

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

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sea otter

The Adorable Sea Otter

  • 13 November, 2019
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Daily Critter Facts, Sea Mammal Facts

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

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pig

Behold the Domestic Pig

  • 12 November, 2019
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Daily Critter Facts, Land Mammal Facts, Ungulate Facts

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,

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Pacific tree frog

The Pacific Tree Frog

  • 8 November, 2019
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Daily Critter Facts, Amphibian Facts, Frog Facts

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

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long-tailed weasel

Meet the Ferocious Long-Tailed Weasel

  • 7 November, 2019
  • Critterman
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Daily Critter Facts, Land Mammal Facts, Mustelid Facts

This cute little mustelid that looks kind of like a stretched out kitten is actually a voracious predator known as the long-tailed weasel, aka nature’s psychopath

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house sparrow

The House Sparrow

  • 6 November, 2019
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Daily Critter Facts, Bird Facts

Found in towns, cities, suburbs, and farms (especially with livestock) it’s the house sparrow. You’ve seen them a million times, but probably never gave them a second thought,

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