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What is a Groundhog

Groundhog Vs Beaver: Side By Side

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

What is a Pangolin

Armadillo Vs Pangolin: Side By Side

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

How Long Can Sloths Hold Their Breath Underwater

How Long Can A Sloth Hold Its Breath?

You may have stumbled across this article and, intrigued by the title, thought to yourself, I didn’t know sloths could hold their breath at all! But as you’ll find in reading this article, sloths are actually experts when it comes to the art of breath-holding. So, just how long can a sloth hold its breath? … Read more

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How Does A Sloth Defend Itself?

You are probably aware that sloths are known for moving slowly. But how is such a slow animal supposed to protect itself or its young from predators? Do these slow, tree-dwelling mammals even have any predators? And if so, how does a sloth defend itself on the ground, in the water, and in the trees? … Read more

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Why Are Sloths So Slow (Can They Ever Move Fast)?

If you’ve ever seen a sloth just hanging out in a tree, living a relaxed and easygoing life, you may have wondered if sloths are even capable of speed. Why are sloths so slow? Can they ever move fast? What if they were to be chased by a predator? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll … Read more

Koalas

Sloth Vs Koala: Side By Side

Have you ever wondered if sloths and koalas are related? After all, they both live in trees and live lazy lifestyles. But despite their similarities, these two types of animals are quite different from each other. In this article, we’ll compare the sloth vs the koala and talk about some of their similarities and differences. … Read more

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What Layer Of The Rainforest Does The Sloth Live In?

Sloths may look and act lazy, but they are actually very well adapted to their slow and sleepy lifestyle. If you know much about sloths, then you probably know that they live in trees in tropical regions. But what layer of the rainforest does the sloth live in? How have they adapted to this lifestyle? … Read more

What is the Closest Animal to a Ferret

Mongoose Vs Ferret: What Are Their Differences?

If you’ve ever seen a ferret next to a mongoose, you may have wondered if they were similar. Perhaps you even thought they were the same animal. But did you know they don’t even belong to the same scientific family? So, mongoose vs. ferret: what are their differences? What animals are more closely related to … Read more

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Where Does A Mongoose Live?

If you’ve ever seen videos of mongooses, or if they live in your area, you may know that they can survive and even thrive in a number of different environments. But where does a mongoose live exactly? Do they prefer a specific type of climate or can they truly live anywhere? What parts of the … Read more

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Why Are Mongooses And Snakes Enemies?

You may have heard that mongooses hunt and kill snakes. You may have even witnessed a mongoose fighting a snake, either in person or in a video. But have you ever wondered at the reason behind these fights? Why are mongooses and snakes enemies? Why and how do mongooses kill snakes, and what gives these … Read more

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