The red-eared slider (Trachemys scripta elegans) is a popular aquatic turtle native to the southern United States and northern Mexico. It gets its name from the distinctive red patches around its ears. As pets, these turtles are known for being generally hardy and low-maintenance. However, like any animal, red-eared sliders do require proper care and … Read more
Tiger sharks are one of the largest predatory sharks in the world’s oceans. Reaching lengths over 16 feet and weighing over 1,400 pounds, these formidable hunters are rightfully feared by other animals. Known for having unique black stripes down their sides and an aggressive demeanor, tiger sharks have a reputation as voracious predators. This raises … Read more
Wolves are highly social animals that live in packs consisting of a breeding pair (the alpha male and female) and their offspring from previous years. Packs can range from as few as 2 wolves to as many as 20, with an average size of 6-8. Sleep is extremely important for wolves, as they must be … Read more
Sunflowers are a beautiful plant and make for great cut flowers, but did you know that they can also be used as a food source? Sunflower seeds are considered one of the healthiest foods out there, high in protein, healthy fats, antioxidants and minerals like magnesium. They’re also very easy to grow and harvest at … Read more
Worms are a common health problem in dogs; they are dangerous and can impair dog’s growth and reproduction. Different types of worms can affect dogs; each of these worms has their specific site of action; where they grow and damage surrounding tissues. One of the major signs of worms in dogs is when they appear … Read more
Yellow-bellied sliders are a popular aquatic turtle native to the central and eastern United States. They get their name from the distinctive yellow markings on their plastrons (bottom shell). These turtles have several distinct growth phases throughout their lives, going through rapid changes in the first few years until reaching maturity around 5-7 years old. … Read more
If your dog has eaten corned beef, it’s important to know what to do. Corned beef is cured with salt, which can be harmful to dogs if they eat it in large quantities. Even though it’s safe for humans to eat, it’s not safe for dogs at all. This article teaches what to do when … Read more
The curiosity of cats can make your pet try to act abnormally or exhibit some habits. Some of these habits include attempting to eat anything that comes their way. There are times the cats can be lucky to eat something beneficial, or unlucky to eat poisonous foods or stomach irritants like spicy food. Generally, all mammals have … Read more
Aside from the distinctive electric discharge, Electric eel reproduction and parental care are other features of the electric eel that draw attention. Electric eel reproduces at certain breeding seasons and conditions; the reproduction process helps to maintain their population in their habitat. How Electric Eels Reproduce The electric eel is unusual among fish for having … Read more
Vegetative growth is a stage of plant development where the plant is growing rapidly, but without producing flowers and fruit. This is the most important stage in the plant’s life because it determines how well it will be able to produce food for itself during its reproductive stage. Vegetative growth requires a lot of nutrients, … Read more