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The eastern subterranean termite is the most commonly found and most economically significant termite in North America. They are found as far north as southern Ontario. Originating in southeastern United States they are considered to be invasive in southern Canada, Europe (France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands), South America (Uruguay and […]

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The giant anteater is the largest of the 4 species of anteaters. They hail from Central America and South America. The only extant member of the genus Myrmecophaga, they are classified with sloths in the order Pilosa. Unfortunately, they face many threats to their survival. The threats they are confronted […]

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The giant pangolin, as its name suggests, is the largest of the pangolins. They can be found along the equator from West Africa over to Uganda. These pangolins prefer savannas, rainforests, and forest habitats, with ample ant and termite mounds, and with a steady supply of standing water. Sadly, these […]

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The brahminy blind snake, aka flowerpot snake, common blind snake, Hawaiian blind snake, or island blind snake, is widely distributed to nearly every continent. They can be found in the United States, Mexico, Central America, South America, Africa, Asia, and Australia. There are currently no real natural threats to these […]

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Yes, it’s the termite. The bane of every homeowner in the world. Termites are found on every continent, sans Antarctica. They prefer coniferous forests, hardwood forests, subterranean habitats, and your home. These critters are numerous and hungry. They’re also fascinating. Due to their overall numbers and potentially invasive habits, all […]

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Found in Africa, Australia, and South America, the mound building termites are a lesson in industry. They never sleep. That’s right, they work 24/7 and only stop working when they die. What a life. With more then 2,500 known species of termites in the world, there are plenty out there […]

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The sloth bear is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. They are primarily myrmecophagous (eat mostly ants and termites). They have even been termed labiated bears, due to their long lower lip; used for sucking up insects. Sloth bears, like sun bears, have a prominent marking on their chest. […]

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The tamandua is often referred to as the lesser anteater because it is so much smaller than its relative, the giant anteater. Central and South American forest and scrub habitat are where these critters call home. There are 2 known species; the tetradactyla (southern tamandua) and mexicana (northern tamandua). Their […]

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