If you are interested in birds that are endemic to the islands of the Philippines, you must read about the elegant tit. Belonging to the family Paridae, this small bird has three different scientific names reflecting the confusion regarding which genus to place them in. Parus elegans was thought to be the old scientific name for this bird, while Pardaliparus elegans and Periparus elegans are some of the more commonly accepted names now....
The European pied flycatcher (Ficedula hypoleuca) is a bird species from the order passeriformes that is found all all over Europe and Scotland, and especially near any deciduous forests where they can easily find a nesting site. This birds species is easily identified through the white patch that can be seen on the forehead, right above the bill.This insectivorous species, during migration, can be seen in places such as Africa, where the weather is more amiable as opposed to their summer habitat....
The European spider crab (scientific name Maja squinado), also known as the spinous crab or the spiny spider crab, is a species of migratory spider that can be found in the waters around Europe. It belongs to the Majidae family and is a member of the Maja genus. This spider is mostly found in the ocean depths of the Mediterranean Sea and in the north-east Atlantic Ocean. This species is known for its long, spider-like limbs and orange, moss-covered carapace....
Exotic coloring and small, round heads make these owls one of the cutest owl species out there. They are small yet equally as fierce as their bigger family members. They have dark reddish-brown and gray feathers that help them to stay camouflaged, making them one of the rarest owl species ever. They have a very small body, but their wingspan is more than twice the size of its length. They are fascinating to watch for their fascinating colors, but witnessing them in flight just might take your breath away....
The Florida gar (Lepisosteus platyrhincus), alternatively known by its common name Florida garpike, is a strong fish and, regardless of the presence of sharp teeth, is a peaceful fish and not at all aggressive to their tank mates. The Florida gar has an air bladder which it uses to filter poorly oxygenated water. Florida gars are mainly found in the United States, from the Savannah River in Georgia to the Ocklockonee River in Florida and Georgia....
The conure is a species of true parrot that consists of a large variety of parrot birds with similar characteristics. It is a famous bird thanks to its beauty and intelligence and forms a wonderful pet. A gold-capped conure, wth the scientific name Aratinga auricapillus, is one such New World species of conure parrots native to Brazil. This golden-headed conure is also known by some other names like the golden-capped parakeet or the golden capped conure....
Do you like small birds like the oak titmouse? If yes, then you’ll love the goldcrest! The goldcrest (Regulus regulus) is a very small bird that belongs to the kinglet family. They are commonly found in coniferous and mixed woodland habitats, forest habitats, plantations, and gardens with conifers. Goldcrests are unobtrusive yet active. Their thin bill is perfectly suited to pick insects out from between pine needles. The bird’s common and scientific name both came from its colorful golden crest feather, which could also be the reason that this bird is known as the ‘king of the birds’ in European folklore....
Want to spice up your aquarium with an iridescent golden fish? Look no further than the golden panchax (Aplocheilus lineatus). Also known as the golden wonder killifish, striped panchax, and Malabar killifish, it is a beautiful tank fish found in South Asia. This highly adaptable and hardy fish is originally gray-green in color, but it has been specially cultivated to bear a luminous gold color. It is a surface-dwelling fish that can be found inhabiting the upper portion of a tank....
The lemon sole (Microstomus kitt) is a right-eyed fish. They are from the Pleuronectidae family. They belong to the flatfish category of fish. It has a small head with scaly skin. They are very famous seafood because of their delicate flesh, and they taste best when they are fresh. They have a mildly sweet taste, hence, they should be eaten as fresh as possible. The lemon sole lives in the shallow seas but prefers cold temperatures for their habitat....
How fascinating it is to see a hummingbird buzzing from flower to flower! These wonderful creatures are known for their agile mobility, their rapid wing flaps, and their sudden change in direction while flying. In this very article, we shall learn about a hummingbird that is both magnificent and adorable.The magnificent hummingbird is the common name of Rivoli’s hummingbird (Eugenes fulgens). This purple-violet crown bird inhabits humid woodlands, mountains, and oak forests in the United States....
Mexican fox squirrels (scientifically know as Sciurus nayaritensis) is a tree squirrel found throughout the Sierra Madre Occidental of Mexico and the Chiricahua Mountains of southeastern Arizona, U.S. They are part of the Sciurus (squirrel) family which is the largest species of climbing squirrel in North America. Although this fox squirrel is large and primarily on the ground, they are very secretive and tricky to find. Although they mainly have a brown back, a tan to yellow bushy tail, brownish-yellow to reddish sides, the exact size and coloration sciurus depends on their exact geographic variation....
The Namaqua sandgrouse (Pterocles namaqua) is a medium-sized bird species that is mainly found in South Africa. It is a ground-dwelling bird that belongs to the family Pteroclidae and the order Pterocliformes. This species is also found in Zimbabwe, Namibia, Angola, and Botswana. It is common in the western cape regions and the Kalahari desert. Its habitat includes arid regions in the southern parts of Africa. It prefers land with thin grass and succulent plants....
Red Heelers are also known as Australian Cattle dogs, Australian Heelers, Hall’s Heeler, Australischer Treibhund, or Queensland Heelers. They are a crossbreed of tame dingoes and Blue Merle Collies or Smooth Collies.Red Heeler dogs originated in Australia in the 1800s where they were bred as herding dogs. These dogs are hardy, enthusiastic, energetic, and well-suited to the rough terrain of Australia. Though small in stature, they are good at their job without making much noise....
The sea dragon is an extremely interesting creature to learn about. There are three species of the sea dragon - leafy sea dragon, common sea dragon or weedy sea dragon, and ruby sea dragon. The scientific name of the leafy sea dragon is Phycodurus eques, which originates from two Latin words, namely, ‘phyko’ and ‘oura’, which mean ‘seaweed’ and ’tail’ respectively. The latter part of the scientific name of the leafy sea dragon is ’eques’ which means horse in Latin....
The Spanish flag fish (Gonioplectrus hispanus), also known as the gold stripe sea perch or stripy snapper, is a beautiful and rare deepwater Caribbean solitary species belonging to the Serranidae family. It is the only known species in the genus Gonioplectrus.They can be encountered in the southern islands where the coral reefs thrive. Their habitat is throughout the Atlantic Ocean in the Gulf of Mexico where the range also exceeds north to Louisiana and northwestern Cuba South....
A yellow warbler (Setophaga petechia) is mainly a North American songbird. Yellow warblers’ breed is widespread, so they make up to 50% of the bird species that exist, and they have various subspecies as well throughout the world. A yellow warbler ranges from North America to Central America and parts of South America as well. These North American birds are golden yellow with streaks of reddish rust color on their underparts....
Nicolette Larson Birthday Highlights Birth Name Nicolette Larson Place Of Birth Helena, USA Age 71 years old Birth Date July 16 1952 Nicolette Larson Facts Child Star? no Occupation Singer Education & Qualifications University of Missouri Net Worth $5,000,000 Current Partner Russ Kunkel Children Elsie May Larson-Kunkel Parents Robert Larson, Josephine Larson Siblings Robert, Daniel, Micheal, Judith, Heather About Nicolette Larson With the release of the bop ‘Lotta Love’ that peaked at number one on the hot adult contemporary tracks list and number eight on the pop singles chart, Nicolette Larson gained notoriety as a singer....
Nicknames are words that are short names to describe a thing or a person.These nicknames are also derived from the person’s name. Usually, we give it to a person who is close to us and has a characteristic personality trait.Speaking about Goliaths, Goliath means a giant or strong person. They have strong personalities yet prefer a solitary life amidst slopes. Goliaths cans also are termed as primitive humans who used to live like nomads in nature, particularly in mountainous regions....
Looking for some inspiration for the best holidays with teenagers?Choosing family holidays can be tricky, finding somewhere that ticks all the boxes, that will keep teens on their toes and away from their electronics. With travel advice being slightly vague at the moment a holiday abroad may not be on the cards this year but don’t dismay, here in the UK there are some fantastic places to visit. We’re sharing nine holidays, perfect for families travelling with teenagers....
Bruce Hornsby Birthday Highlights Birth Name Bruce Randall Hornsby Place Of Birth , USA Age 70 years old Birth Date November 22 1953 Bruce Hornsby Facts Child Star? no Occupation Singer, Pianist Education & Qualifications Net Worth $6,000,000 About Bruce HornsbyBruce Randall Hornsby is an American musician who became famous for playing the piano.Bruce Hornsby was born in November 1954, near Williamsburg, Virginia. During his career, he won four Grammy Awards and was nominated multiple times....
