If you’ve ever seen a groundhog in passing, you may have thought it was a beaver. These two animals do have some similarities in appearance, but they have many differences as well. In this article, we’ll compare the groundhog vs the beaver, discussing their similarities and differences as well as which would be most likely … Read more
There are many different kinds of raptors, or birds of prey. The eagle is perhaps one of the most well-known, and the osprey, at first glance, looks quite similar to an eagle. So, what are the similarities and differences between these two birds? How do they compare against each other? In a battle of osprey … Read more
There are many powerful predators in the animal kingdom. Two of the most powerful are the alligator and the hippo. Have you ever wondered what would happen if these two animals were to battle it out head to head? In a contest of alligator vs. hippo, who would win? The battle would certainly be one … Read more
If you’ve ever seen a pangolin, you may have mistaken it for an armadillo, and no wonder. Both animals are covered in body armor, have long tails and pointed snouts, and walk low to the ground, hunched over. But did you know they are actually two very different types of animals? In this article, we’ll … Read more
Many species of cuckoo are known for leaving their eggs in the nests of other birds. This behavior represents a type of symbiosis, or a symbiotic relationship. So, what is a symbiotic relationship, you ask? What is the relationship between cuckoos and warblers? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll discuss warblers and cuckoos, their symbiotic … Read more
Tuataras are much like other reptiles when it comes to caring for their young–meaning they don’t care for their young. That said, the tuatara is a unique creature, and there is much about its reproductive process that is unique as well. So, you may be wondering, how does a tuatara treat its babies? How do … Read more
If you’ve been learning about the tuatara, chances are, you’re fascinated by some of the facts you’ve discovered. The more you learn, the more you want to know. Today’s question, how often do tuatara breathe? Can they hold their breath for extended periods of time? Can they breathe underwater? Keep reading as we answer these … Read more
If this is your first time hearing about the tuatara, you are not alone. This rare endangered animal is only found in one small part of the world, and there aren’t many of them left. So, you may be wondering, why are tuatara endangered? How many of them are left in the wild? And what … Read more
You just found out about the tuatara, and now you want to know more! As it turns out, there’s much more to this cute reptile than meets the eye–for example, it’s the only animal in the world that has a third eye on top of its head. A tuatara’s eating habits are also fascinating, and … Read more
Have you ever heard of a tuatara? Perhaps you just saw a picture of the adorable little creature and you want to learn more! Just looking at pictures or videos, you might think that a tuatara is a type of lizard, but you would be wrong–it is actually a member of a completely different class … Read more
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