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If danger could have a physical form, it would unabashedly appear as the African black-necked spitting cobra!A black-necked spitting cobra (scientific name: Naja nigricollis or N. nigricollis) is one of the ten species of African spitting cobras of the family Elapidae. Mostly found in sub-Saharan Africa, N. nigricollis is notorious for its deadly venom, which is not only neurotoxic but highly cytotoxic and cardiotoxic as well. Like all other spitting cobras, the black-necked ones, too, have a remarkable ability to spit venom and bite even with a minor incitement....

Corythosaurus casuarius is an ornithopod hadrosaurid, whose fossil remains were discovered from Alberta, in present-day North America. The most special characteristic feature that was found and named by Barnum Brown was the crest that could be seen on the top of the fossilized skull. The function of this crest is still under speculation, however, it is estimated that it had nasal passages that could be used for the production of calls and communicative sounds as well....

Do you like woodpeckers, like the pileated woodpecker? Then we have all the information about the Eurasian wryneck bird. The Eurasian wryneck (Jynx torquilla) belongs to the family Picidae and genus Jynx. This woodpecker is a resident of parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. The Eurasian wryneck range is spread across the northwest Himalayas, northwest Africa, Italy, Corsica, the east Adriatic coast, and Sardinia. This woodpecker has a unique trait where it can bend and twist its head like a snake when it senses that there is a threat to its territory....

The green thorntail (Discosura conversii) is a hummingbird species that comprises the family Trochilidae under the genus Discura. The male of this species is colored in a vibrant shade of peacock blue-green with a long tail and a white rump. The female has a duller green shade with black underparts, a shorter tail, and white spots in the plumage.The green thorntail is found across the canopied equatorial forests of Central and South America at an elevation between 2,300-4,600 ft (700-1,400 m)....

Also known as the Malabar giant squirrel, the Indian giant squirrel (Ratufa indica) is native to India. There are four subspecies of these rodents namely Ratufa indica indica, Ratufa indica dealbata, Ratufa indica maxima, and Ratufa indica centralis. Although they are considered pests, they help in maintaining the ecological balance of their habitat by dispersing seeds throughout the territory via their feces. Do you know that the length and weight of a squirrel’s tail are almost equivalent to that of its body?...

There are a total of 47 different species of seahorses in the world. Several species of seahorses have similar overall appearance however, they may vary in coloration slightly. The Japanese seahorse hippocampus description is usually as an upright seahorse of a fish but they are more than just that. They are an essential part of the marine ecosystem and help balance the distribution of marine animals through the food chain they are a part of....

The large hawk-cuckoo (Hierococcyx sparverioides) is cuckoo species of the family Cuculidae. This cuckoo can be recognized by the bird’s loud call, and the breeding habitat distribution of this species is also huge. Also, like all other cuckoo birds, this bird is a brood parasite. Cuckoos of the genus Hierococcyx are named hawk-cuckoo for their similar features to hawks. Hierococcyx is sometimes considered a part of the Cuculus genus. The dark hawk-cuckoo (Hierococcyx bocki) was considered a subspecies of large hawk-cuckoo as H....

Are you looking to adopt a new puppy? If so, then you should definitely look for a Manchester terrier puppy as it’s one of the best dogs you can have. This breed has been quite popular in England and was first bred in the city of Manchester by breeding a black and tan terrier with a whippet. This dog breed is known for its fun-loving energy level and its jet-black short coat....

If you like reading about frogs, then you should give this article on Oregon spotted frog a read. Oregon spotted frogs (Rana pretiosa) are medium-sized frogs of aquatic habitats that are endemic to the Northwest Pacific. They are named so because of the dark spots present on the entire body of the frog. It usually inhabits the shallow water habitats containing plenty of vegetation that are used as cover and for basking as well....

The Sand Boa, scientifically known as Eryx colubrinus or Gongylophis colubrinus, is a non-venomous species (Eryx Johnii) of snake that is found in Iran, Pakistan, Eastern Africa, and India. The Sand boa morphs (genetic mutation) include Kenyan Sand boa, Indian Sand Boa, Egyptian Sand Boa, Saharan Sand Boa, javelin Sand Boa, Russian Sand Boa, Arabian Sand Boa, and many more. Furthermore, the morphs for Kenyan Sand boa are albino Sand Boa, red Sand Boa, striped, and snow Sand Boa....

Sardines are small fish that are one of the most popular commercially fished animals in many parts of the world. Pacific sardines are an essential source of food for humans as they offer us a good source of different types of nutrients such as vitamin B12, omega 3 fatty acids, and a lot more. There are at least 21 distinctive and unique species and five genus categories of sardines. Among these 21 species, there is one sardine that is most commonly known used in cooking and food preparation....

Most of our oceans still remain a mystery to us. We are often startled to learn about some of the species that are closer to us than we may have thought. One such interesting fish species is the slippery dick (Halichoeres bivittatus), or the slippery dick wrasse that lives in the waters of the western Atlantic Ocean. This is a tropical fish that resides in shallow water, mainly in rocky coral reefs, and is sometimes also found in seagrass habitats....

The southern pudu, belonging to the animal kingdom of class Mammalia, family Cervidae, and genus Pudu, is a species of deer. Its scientific name is Pudu puda. The two types of pudus, southern and northern, are the smallest deer in the world. The southern pudu is listed as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List with a decreasing population trend. Apart from several predators preying upon them, various human activities including poaching and habitat destruction are some of the many threats that are being faced by them....

The spotted tilapia is a ray-finned fish cichlid from the Pelmatolapia genus of fish. The species is endemic to the African continent and is found in central and west Africa. It is a very adaptable and robust fish. It can live in shallow or deep waters and can handle varying levels of salinity, preferring brackish and freshwater. It can also survive in varying temperatures of water. This Tilapia mariae (spotted tilapia) is perhaps best known for being a very aggressive, territorial, and invasive species....

The tarbagan marmot (Mormota sibirica), is a kind of rodent that is found in Mongolia, China, and Russia. It can also be called a Mongolian marmot and Siberian Marmot because of the places it’s found in. This marmot has brown or light brown fur and has a remarkably bushy tail. The main habitat of this species is open steppes, mountain slopes, and valleys. These marmots have two subspecies, Marmota sibirica sibirica, and Marmota sibirica caliginosous, which are found on different levels of elevation within Mongolia....

The Tiger sharks got their name from dark gray vertical stripes covering the side of the body. These stripes fade as they reach adulthood. The stripes are more noticeable in the young ones. It is the fourth largest shark in the world and the second-largest predatory shark after the Great white shark.So, what is unique about Tiger sharks? They are known for their dark gray vertical stripes and feeding habits. They prey on an endless list of animals....

The twite, Carduelis flavirostris, also known by its other scientific name, Linaria flavirostris, is a small bird that comes from the category of finches. These small species with small bills are known to be weak fliers and mostly have brown plumage with white and black strikes. Twites are small finches that have a thin tail and are often confused with other linnet family species. The size of these small brown birds is 5....

The western gull, Larus occidentalis, is a bird that belongs to the Laridae family of animals. These birds are found on a wide range in the coastal areas, near rocky islands, shores, beaches, and estuaries. They qualify as one of the North American birds as they are found in the regions of Mexico, Baja California, Canada, Washington, Gulf of California, and Oregon.During the breeding season, their colonies might mainly be found near the sea lion nesting areas....

George McFarland Birthday Highlights Birth Name McFarland Place Of Birth Dallas, Texas, USA Age 95 years old Birth Date October 1 1928 George McFarland Facts Child Star? yes Occupation Film Actor Education & Qualifications Lancaster High School Net Worth $16,000,000 Current Partner Doris McFarland Children George Gregory McFarland, Verne Emmett McFarland, Betsy McFarland Parents Virginia Winifred, Robert Emmett McFarland Siblings Thomas, Amanda, Roderick About George McFarlandGeorge ‘Spanky’ McFarland was born in October 1928, in Dallas, Texas, the United States of America....

Katherine Kelly Lang Birthday Highlights Birth Name Place Of Birth California , USA Age 72 years old Birth Date July 25 1951 Katherine Kelly Lang Facts Child Star? yes Occupation Actress Education & Qualifications Beverly Hills High School Net Worth $12,000,000 Current Partner Alex D’ Andrea Children Jeremy Snider, Julian Snider, Zoe Katrina D’ Andrea, Danyelle D’ Andrea Parents Judith Lang, Keith R. Wegeman About Katherine Kelly LangIn Hollywood, California, on July 25, 1961, Katherine Kelly Lang was born with the birth name Katherine Kelly Wegeman....