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There are more than 25 species of scorpions in Nevada, but Bark scorpions are considered as most poisonous and commonly found as a pest in the Las Vegas Valley. They are found all across the globe. They usually grow 2-3 in (5-7.6 cm) and are brownish and yellowing in color. Their stings may not be deadly, but they are venomous it can cause a severe convulsion for 24-72 hours.Bark scorpions are known as one of the most venomous scorpions that can be found in the wild and are often seen as pests because of their presence in human habitats....

One of the most beautiful and smallest species of the Phrynosomatidae family, the crevice spiny lizard (Sceloporus poinsettii) remains shy and nervous most of the time. The species is also known as the New Mexico crevice spiny lizard.The Edwards Plateau and the Chihuahua Desert of the United States, Central Texas, and southern New Mexico are a few states where this reptile can easily be spotted. The range of this species in Mexico occurs in states such as Coahuila, Nuevo Leon, and Durango....

Flatback turtles derive their name from their flat carapace, or shells, which differ from the curved shells of other sea turtle species. The flatback turtle (scientific name Natator depressus) has a flat shell with a lower dome, flatter than most other sea turtles and is given this popular name. It exists in a range of colors from olive green to gray, and has a cream underside.The diet of flatbacks consists of sea cucumbers, corals, jellyfish, and other marine species....

You must have seen rhinos with large horns, but ever wondered what a horn shark would look like? Well, they are tiny creatures with iridescent spots all over their body and appear so cute that you may even want to keep them as pets. Their scientific name is horn shark Heterodontus francisci. These majestic predators reside alongside kelp beds at the bottom of coastal waters and seas. Horn shark Heterodontus francisci have been regarded one of the most beautiful sharks of the world....

Irish lord fish is the other name for the genus Hemilepidotus. Hemilepidotus are a group of species of the family Cottidae. The members of this family Cottidae of the superfamily Cottoidea are also known by the name of sculpin. Sculpin is the largest family of fish. The Irish lords are native to the Arctic Ocean and the northern Pacific Ocean. There are five documented species of fish under the Irish lords....

Least bittern birds are mainly North American birds and some of the world’s tiniest herons living in deep marshes. The least bittern climbs over cattails and reeds, sticking to the reeds with the long toes of its legs, rather than wading in the shallows like other herons. It can easily slide through thick, tangled, dense vegetation due to its narrow body. It is rarely seen except when it flies due to its habitat preference, but its cooing and clucking call notes can be heard regularly at dawn and dusk, as well as at night....

Have you heard about the Least chipmunks? The Neotamias minimus is the smallest chipmunk species and is distributed throughout North America. They are cute little creatures generally seen running around through the undergrowth of a wide variety of areas, such as the forest of alpine trees and shrubs and bushes. They inhabit forest edges, rock cliffs, and river bluffs. Their winter nests are underground burrows. While during the summer season, they build nests in trees with leaves and bark or tree cavities above the ground or rotting logs....

In this article, we will learn about the lovebird (Agapornis). This bird has stood out to many avid bird watchers for its romantic behavior towards their partners. In the animal kingdom, it is mammals who often dominate the imaginations of people, as animals that develop deep intimate relationships. Yet, it is in fact that the lovebird that takes the cake in this aspect, being named after the emotion of love. Lovebirds are native to the continent of Africa and its neighboring island of Madagascar....

A marbled polecat (Vormela peregusna) is a type of small mammal of the large family of mustelids and the only identified species of the genus Vormela. It is also commonly known as Eurasian marbled polecat or European marbled polecat, probably because of its vast distribution in Europe and Asia. Apart from that, the marbled polecat range also extends to Central and East Asia. The marbled polecat has particular areas as their personal home ranges in their habitats that stretch to a large area....

Common nightingales, or scientifically called the Luscinia megarhynchos, are migratory birds that are found in Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, Asia, Northwest Africa. They are famous for singing frequently during the night and sometimes during the day. The unpaired males attract mates through their beautiful songs and are nocturnal. The nightingales are named after their ability to sing at night.This article will equip you with relevant knowledge about the common nightingale (Luscinia megarhynchos), their habitat, reproduction, and so on....

We all are familiar with the giant pandas, one of the cutest species alive on this earth. Giant pandas are large bears with black and white patches on their bodies. Be it a child or an adult. Pandas are admired by everyone. Do you know that pandas usually don’t look after their offspring? Well, get ready to learn some more facts about them. We will discuss the type of habitat that they like to live in and if they are really dangerous or not....

The sociable weaver is a friendly bird species found in countries like Namibia, Botswana, and other African countries. It is endemic to desert areas, such as the Savanna, the Kalahari, and more. This species is well known for its nesting chambers and nests in general. Their structures can grow to be more than 23 ft tall, which is four times as tall as the average human. Are you curious about these birds?...

Are you fond of checking out new cat breeds? If yes, then you may want to learn more about the toyger breed. Yes, the very name gives away the fact that it has some connection to the tiger. The name is a portmanteau of the words ’toy’ and ’tiger.’ Well, the cat hasn’t been bred from the tiger, but it has come from the domestic species known as the Bengal cat....

Hornbills are fascinating tropical birds found in Africa, Asia, and Melanesia. The species was described by Constantine Samuel Rafinesque, a French polymath, botanist, and zoologist. This article will tell you everything you need to know about a special species belonging to this colorful bird family including details about their primary diet, species that are closely related to them, range, breeding, and nesting habits!The wreathed hornbill belongs to the Bucerotidae family and is the genus of Rhyticeros, it was first introduced and described as Rhyticeros undulatus by George Kearsley Shaw, an English botanist, and zoologist in 1811....

Gary Soto Birthday Highlights Birth Name Gary Anthony Soto Place Of Birth Fresno, USA Age 71 years old Birth Date April 11 1952 Gary Soto Facts Child Star? no Occupation Poet, Novelist, Memoirist Education & Qualifications University of California, Irvine Net Worth $1,500,000 Current Partner Carolyn Oda Children Mariko Heidi Soto Parents Angie Soto, Manuel Soto Siblings Rick Soto, Debra Soto About Gary Soto Gary Soto was born Gary Anthony Soto on April 12, 1952 in Fresno, California....

Gerard Way Birthday Highlights Birth Name Gerard Arthur Way Place Of Birth Summit, USA Age 46 years old Birth Date April 8 1977 Gerard Way Facts Child Star? no Occupation Singer, Comic Book Writer Education & Qualifications School of Visual Arts Net Worth $25,000,000 Current Partner Lindsey Ann Ballato Children Bandit Lee Way Parents Donna Lee, Donald Way Siblings Mikey Way About Gerard Way Gerard Arthur Way is an American comic book writer, musician, and singer....

Isabel Preysler Birthday Highlights Birth Name María Isabel Preysler Arrastía Place Of Birth Manila, Philippines Age 72 years old Birth Date February 17 1951 Isabel Preysler Facts Child Star? no Occupation Model, TV Host, Journalist, Socialist Education & Qualifications Mary Ward College, Assumption Convent High School Net Worth $30,000,000 Current Partner Mario Vargas Llosa Children Chabeli Iglesias, Julio Iglesias, Enrique Iglesias, Tamara Falcó, Ana Boyer Parents María Beatriz Arrastía y Reinares, Carlos Preysler y Pérez de Tagle Siblings Enrique Preysler Arrastia, Beatrice Preysler Arrastia, Victoria Preysler Arrastia, Joaquin Preysler Arrastia, Carlos Preysler Arrastia...

Jim Jones Birthday Highlights Birth Name Joseph Guillermo Jones II Place Of Birth Bronx, USA Age 47 years old Birth Date July 14 1976 Jim Jones Facts Child Star? no Occupation Rapper, Singer, Actor Education & Qualifications Current Partner Chrissy Lampkin Children Joseph Guillermo Jones III Parents Joseph Guillermo Jones I, Nancy Jones Siblings Keisha Jones, Precious Jones About Jim Jones Jim Jones was born on July 15, 1976, in the Bronx, New York City....

Malala Birthday Highlights Birth Name Malala Yousafzai Place Of Birth Mingora, Pakistan Age 26 years old Birth Date July 12 1997 Malala Facts Child Star? yes Occupation Activist Education & Qualifications University of Oxford Net Worth $2,200,000 Current Partner Asser Malik Parents Ziauddin Yousafzai, Toor Pekai Yousafzai Siblings Khushal Yousafzai, Atal Yousafzai About MalalaYou have probably heard of Malala Yousafzai on the news or seen her books as you passed a bookstore....

Rats can be found in the wild and also sometimes in the homes of people who keep them as pets.Some rats are harmful as they can transmit diseases. It’s usually the wild rats that are mostly harmful since they inhabit unsanitary environments.It’s said that there are approximately 60 different species of rats out there, and only a few among them can be kept as pets. Rats fall under the rodent category of mammals alongside hamsters and mice, which are also a lot like a rats and are also kept as pets....