Baboon: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Papio (genus) Type: Mammal Family: Cercopithecidae (Old World monkeys) Common Species: Olive baboon (Papio anubis), Yellow baboon (Papio cynocephalus), Chacma baboon (Papio ursinus), Guinea baboon (Papio papio) Conservation Status: Least Concern (for most species) Introduction Baboons are large, social primates that belong to the genus Papio within the family […]
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Armadillo
Armadillo: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Dasypodidae (family) Type: Mammal Common Species: Nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus) Conservation Status: Varies by species (ranges from Least Concern to Vulnerable) Introduction Armadillos are small to medium-sized mammals known for their unique, protective armor made of hard, bony plates. They belong to the family Dasypodidae and are primarily found […]
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Ape
Ape: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Family: Hominidae (Great Apes) and Hylobatidae (Lesser Apes) Genus Examples: Pan (chimpanzees and bonobos), Gorilla (gorillas), Pongo (orangutans), Hylobates (gibbons) Type: Mammal Conservation Status: Varies by species (ranges from Least Concern to Critically Endangered) Introduction Apes are a group of primates known for their intelligence, social behaviors, and close […]
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Antelope
Antelope: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: The term “antelope” refers to a diverse group of herbivorous mammals, most of which belong to the family Bovidae, subfamily Antilopinae. Family: Bovidae Type: Mammal Conservation Status: Varies by species (ranges from Least Concern to Critically Endangered) Introduction Antelopes are a group of herbivorous mammals native to various regions […]
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Alpaca
Alpaca: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Vicugna pacos Family: Camelidae Type: Mammal Conservation Status: Domesticated (not endangered) Introduction The alpaca is a domesticated member of the camelid family, closely related to the llama, guanaco, and vicuña. Native to the high Andes mountains of South America, alpacas have been bred for their soft, luxurious wool for […]
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Alligator
Alligator: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Alligator mississippiensis (American Alligator), Alligator sinensis (Chinese Alligator) Family: Alligatordae Type: Reptile Conservation Status: American Alligator: Least Concern Chinese Alligator: Critically Endangered Introduction The alligator is a large reptile that has been around for more than 150 million years, surviving through multiple mass extinctions and adapting to various environmental […]
Continue ReadingButterflies are Disappearing at a ‘Catastrophic’ Rate
Butterflies are rapidly fluttering out of existence from coast to coast, according to a new assessment published Thursday, at a rate that scientists worry could upend ecosystems and undercut pollination that sustains America’s crops. The total number of butterflies in the contiguous United States has declined 22 percent over a 20-year period, according to a […]
Continue ReadingHalloween Dog Parade
Thousands of people packed onto the East Village’s main drag on Saturday to ogle, ooh, and aah at a bevvy of costumed pets at the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade. Dogs and their humans spilled onto Manhattan’s Avenue A as attendees soaked up the city’s eclectic dog culture and laughed at hilarious costumes that […]
Continue ReadingGoose The Golden Retriever
America’s front line against fentanyl is a Golden Retriever named Goose. One of America’s most valuable defenders against fentanyl trafficking at the Mexico border uses his nose to root out illicit drugs, an old-school technique that authorities say is a key to reducing the flow of deadly synthetic opioids. Goose, an enthusiastic Golden Retriever, weaves […]
Continue ReadingZombie Deer Disease is Spreading
Zombie deer disease is spreading and scientists are concerned that it could jump to humans In the tranquil expanses of North America’s woodlands and grasslands, a silent but concerning phenomenon is unfolding: chronic wasting disease (CWD). The condition, often dubbed “zombie deer disease”, is stealthily spreading among deer populations, sparking concerns among scientists, conservationists and […]
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