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Ayrshire cows, also known as Dunlop or Cunninghame cows, are a breed of dairy cattle originating from Ayrshire, Scotland. Dunlops from the Cunninghame were bred with cattle from Holland to produce this line. Ayrshire cows have been exported throughout...
Towhees are a type of sparrow, and the two most common towhees in North America are the Eastern Towhee and the Spotted Towhee. Until recently, both the Eastern Towhee and the Spotted Towhee were considered to be one species of towhee--the Rufous-sided...
The Buzzard, also known as the Common Buzzard or European Buzzard, resembles a hawk. It can be easy to identify if you know what to look for. Here's how to spot a Buzzard.
There are two types of Waxwing birds that can be found in North America, the Bohemian Waxwing and the Cedar Waxwing. These berry-eating birds look similar to each other, but there are some important differences between the two. Read on to learn how to...
If you have ever been digging for clams in a marsh, crabbing in a bay or taking a leisurely swim in a local lake or pond, then maybe you have seen a Sandpiper. These birds are common and widespread near shorelines and other water sources throughout North...
If you live in the eastern half of North America and see a beautiful orange and black bird flying overhead or perched in a tree, you're probably looking at a Baltimore Oriole. Baltimore Orioles are very distinctive looking birds, but if you want to be...
The Kiwi bird is a national symbol of New Zealand. This very distinctive and unusual bird is a vulnerable bird whose populations are decreasing throughout New Zealand. If you want to learn how to identify these unusual birds, here's how.
Sandhill Cranes are large cranes that live over most of northern North America. If you are ever up north and see large birds, they may be Sandhill Cranes. Read on to learn how to identify Sandhill Cranes.
The Eared Grebe is a distinctive looking bird and the most common Grebe in the world. If you want to know how to identify this type of waterbird, here's how to spot them.
If you are out hiking in a forest in northern North America, you will likely come across many living creatures on your hike. These animals may even include the very small Red Squirrel. If you want to learn how to identify a Red Squirrel, here's what you...
Pit vipers are a general term to describe a specific group of snakes that have an extra sense of a sort: they all have a pit, or sensory organ, that allows them to hunt more effectively. These snakes are found in many parts of the world, and all are...
The Reef Butterfly Fish is considered one of the most beautiful fish to observe. This species of butterfly fish was first described by Poey in 1858. You too can enjoy this amazing creature by reading on to learn how to identify Reef Butterfly fish.
That "Knock, knock, knock" sound you hear may be a woodpecker outside in your backyard. There are many kinds of woodpeckers, but a very common one in North America is the Northern Flicker. There are two types of Northern Flickers--the Yellow-shafted...
Don't be intimidated by caring for a pet scorpion--it can be relatively easy. However, specific care requirements vary between species. As a pet scorpion owner, it is important to research your particular species of scorpion, familiarize yourself with...
Eastern Meadowlarks and Western Meadowlarks are common songbirds in North America that can be hard to tell apart. Here's how to differentiate these birds from each other.
The steeplechase is a track and field event that combines hurdling, distance running and water jumps. The competitive steeplechase distance is 3,000 meters on a track and contains 28 hurdles and seven water jumps. A person who competes in the...
The Eastern longneck turtle (Chelodina longicollis) originally hails from Eastern Australia. They are often sold as pets when they are very small (about 3 cm) but can grow as large as 30 cm (shell length). Turtles, like many reptiles, require a solid...
The Timber Rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus) is a widespread rattlesnake in the eastern and central United States. Identifying the Timber Rattlesnake is not difficult if you know where to look and what to look for. Here's how to identify a Timber...
Seeing a Bald Eagle is an exciting experience, although many people never catch a glimpse of this bird in the wild. The Bald Eagle is a national symbol of the United States of America, and you'll feel very patriotic if you see one.
Learn how to identify Seagulls at the beach or at many inland locations, where these birds also reside.
In many parts of the United States, bright orange or yellow and black birds can be seen flying overhead or resting in a shade tree. A first thought would be that these birds are Oriole birds, and you would be correct. If you want to know more about the...
Diamondback Rattlesnakes are very aggressive and dangerous snakes. In fact, the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake accounts for a large percentage of all snake bites in the United States. Both Western and Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnakes are best left alone...
Goshawks, more specifically, the Northern Goshawk are large and powerful birds. These birds can be difficult to identify however, as they look similar to many other hawks and raptors. But if you know what to look for, it is not an impossible task. Here...
Breeding captive, pet snails is a lot easier than it sounds. In actuality, it is a natural process that requires minimum intervention on the part of the owner. After providing your snails with the basic requirements of food, a pleasing habitat and a mate...
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