Critter Science
The Science of Animals
Boasting the largest horns of any cattle, it’s the Texas longhorn. Longhorns are thought to have originally come from feral Mexican cattle. Later captured by Texas settlers in an effort to get assistance with farming duties. These cattle are known for their sweet disposition, however, extreme care
From their big brown eyes, to their famous udders, to the chewing of their cud; it’s the domestic cow. Cows are not just for meat and dairy products you get at the grocery store. In India, they are beloved, revered, and worshiped. There is an approximated 1.4 billion cattle and around 920 breeds of
Being the tallest member of the deer family, it’s the moose. These giants are found in the northern parts of the midwest, north eastern United States, and in Canada and Alaska. They prefer to live in forests during the cold winter months and near lakes and streams during the rest of the year
Along with the bald eagle, the American bison is one of the most amazing revival stories of our time. Once hunted to near extinction, the bison has made a huge comeback. If it weren’t for the the aid of private citizens working with
Touted for their size and aggressiveness, the hippo is considered one of the most dangerous animals in Africa. The hippo is responsible for more human fatalities in Africa than any other large animal. It’s estimated that approximately 2,900 people are killed