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Majestic, strong, and rarely seen alive, the southern Rocky Mountain wolf (Canis lupus youngi) was a subspecies of the gray wolf (Canis lupus) and a member of the Canidae family of wolves. Identified in 1935, these wolves were an endangered species that were hunted and trapped excessively, which ultimately led to their complete extinction. These majestic wolves were most commonly found in the southern part of the Rockies, where they shared the northern part of the mountains with their cousins, the northern Rocky Mountain wolves, an endangered species....

The species called Axelrod’s rasbora (Sundadanio axelrodi) was previously named Rasbora axelrodi. A new genus was created called Sundadanio. These rasboras are known by many different names like - blue neon rasbora and neon blue rasbora. The rasboras are a part of the family Cyprinidae and are danionins. The origin of this fish is found to be from blackwater pools and streams. So, while keeping them in an aquarium, it is very much necessary to be wary of the condition of the water....

Tolypeutes matacus or La Plata’s armadillo is endemic to the South American states of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Bolivia. They prefer wide, spacious grasslands and wet rainforests as their natural habitat. Their strong carapace made up of scales and plates protects them from all threats. They can roll up like a ball and slide inside the carapace. This species of armadillos mostly thrive on termites and ants and have a life span of 15-20 years....

Are you fascinated by swifts, like chimney swifts? Then here we have all the information on white-rumped swifts. The white-rumped swift (Apus caffer) is a species of swift bird that belongs to the family Apodidae. They can be seen from southern Gabon towards Namibia and central Ivory Coast, southwards to South Africa, and eastwards to Somalia. They are also seen in southern Spain, northwestern Liberia, Senegal, Gambia, and more. They have a deeply forked tail similar to swallows and a white rump that is pretty contrasting to their black body....

There are five recognized species of antelope squirrels. The white-tailed antelope squirrel (Ammospermophilus leucurus) is a member of the same family. They belong to the genus Ammospermophilus. White-tailed antelope squirrels (Ammospermophilus leucurus) are endemic to the range of southwestern United States, northwestern Mexico, and southern Nevada. They prefer living in arid habitats and in desert regions.A white-tailed antelope squirrel is primarily an omnivore and feeds on mainly lizards, rodents, and plant matter primarily on foliage, including seeds....

Howie Mandel Birthday Highlights Birth Name Howard Michael Mandel Place Of Birth Toronto, Canada Age 68 years old Birth Date November 29 1955 Howie Mandel Facts Child Star? no Occupation Comedian Education & Qualifications Georges Vanier Secondary School Net Worth $60,000,000 Current Partner Terry Mandel Children Alex, Riley, Jackie Parents Al Mandel, Evy Mandel Siblings Steven Mandel About Howie MandelCanadian comedian Howie Mandel got his start in show business by happenstance while on vacation at the Comedy Store on the Sunset Strip in Los Angeles....

Jackie Gleason Birthday Highlights Birth Name Jackie Herbert Gleason Place Of Birth New York City, USA Age 107 years old Birth Date February 25 1916 Jackie Gleason Facts Child Star? no Occupation Actor, Comedian, Writer, Composer, Conductor Education & Qualifications John Adams High School, Bushwick High School Net Worth $10,000,000 Current Partner Marilyn Taylor Children Linda Miller, Geraldine Gleason Parents Herbert Walton Herb Gleason, Mae Agnes Maisie About Jackie GleasonIf you haven’t watched the 1961 film ‘The Hustler’ starring Jackie Gleason, then it’s time to arrange for a movie date and enjoy the masterpiece!...

Joseph E Brown Birthday Highlights Birth Name Joseph Evans Brown Place Of Birth Holgate, USA Age 132 years old Birth Date July 28 1891 Joseph E Brown Facts Child Star? no Occupation Actor, Comedian Education & Qualifications Net Worth $20,000,000 Current Partner Kathryn Francis McGraw Children Don Evan Brown, Joe LeRoy, Mary Katherine Ann, Kathryn Francis Parents Anna Maria Joseph Brown, Matthias Joseph About Joe E. Brown Joe E. Brown or Joseph Evans Brown was a popular name in the entertainment industry....

Here at Kidadl, we love spring!It’s a great time of year to do some fun family activities. So why not assemble your family members and have a blast answering these 100 spring season questions?For more, check out our October trivia and summer trivia too. Scientific Facts About Spring For KidsLooking for scientific spring facts for kids? This activity will give your family some crazy spring season information. Let’s start this trivia about spring!...

Planning a day out for the family? One that offers the perfect combination of beautiful beaches and parks, a great urban vibe and plenty of fun attractions for kids, teens and adults? Then head down to Essex! Just a short train ride from London, you’ll find everything you could possibly want from a get-away with the whole family.Bedlam PaintballWhy kids will love it: Crown the ultimate Splatmaster champion on an action-packed afternoon at the Bedlam Paintball center in Colchester....

Amanda Burden Birthday Highlights Birth Name Amanda Jay Mortimer Burden Place Of Birth New York, USA Age 79 years old Birth Date January 17 1944 Amanda Burden Facts Child Star? no Occupation Architect, Businesswoman, Urban Planner Education & Qualifications Columbia University Net Worth $200,000,000 Children S. Carter Burden III, Flobelle Fairbanks Burden Parents Babe Paley, Stanley Grafton Mortimer Jr. Siblings Stanley Grafton Mortimer III, Jay Mortimer, William Cushing Paley, David Mortimer, Averell Mortimer, Jeffrey Paley, Hilary Paley Califano...

Auguste Escoffier Birthday Highlights Birth Name Georges Auguste Escoffier Place Of Birth Villeneuve-Loubet, France Age 177 years old Birth Date October 28 1846 Auguste Escoffier Facts Child Star? no Occupation Chef, Restaurateur, Writer Education & Qualifications Net Worth $1,500,000 Current Partner Delphine Daffis Children Paul Escoffier, Daniel Escoffier, Germaine Escoffier About Auguste EscoffierAuguste Escoffier was a renowned French chef, who has redefined French cuisine as the modern cookery we know it today....

Charles Krauthammer Birthday Highlights Birth Name Charles Krauthammer Place Of Birth New York City, USA Age 73 years old Birth Date March 13 1950 Charles Krauthammer Facts Child Star? no Occupation Political Columnist, Journalist Education & Qualifications Harvard Medical School Net Worth $12,000,000 Current Partner Robyn Krauthammer Children Daniel Krauthammer Parents Shulim Krauthammer, Thea Krauthammer Siblings Marcel Krauthammer About Charles KrauthammerCharles Krauthammer was a popular conservative political commentator and writer from New York....

Clive Owen Birthday Highlights Birth Name Place Of Birth Coventry, United Kingdom Age 59 years old Birth Date October 2 1964 Clive Owen Facts Child Star? no Occupation Actor Education & Qualifications Binley Park Comprehensive School and Royal Academy of Dramatic Art Net Worth $30,000,000 Current Partner Sarah- Jane Fenton Children Hannah Owen, Eve Owen Parents Jess Owen, Pamela Owen About Clive OwenClive Owen is a leading English actor who performed various lead roles in films and theater....

Elvin Hayes Birthday Highlights Birth Name Elvin Ernest Hayes Place Of Birth Rayville, USA Age 78 years old Birth Date November 17 1945 Elvin Hayes Facts Child Star? no Occupation Basketball Player Education & Qualifications University of Houston Net Worth $6,000,000 Current Partner Erna Livingston Children Elvin Hayes Jr., Erica Hayes, Erna Elisse Hayes Parents Chris Hayes, Savannah Hayes Siblings Bunnatine H. Greenhouse About Elvin HayesElvin Hayes, also known as the Big E, is a retired basketball player who has shaped Washington history into a most successful era....

Freddie Prinze Jr Birthday Highlights Birth Name Los Angeles Place Of Birth , USA Age 47 years old Birth Date March 8 1976 Freddie Prinze Jr Facts Child Star? no Occupation actor, screenwriter, producer Education & Qualifications Net Worth $30,000,000 Current Partner Sarah Michelle Gellar Children Charlotte Prinze, Rocky James Prinze Parents Freddie Prinze , Katherine ‘Kathy’ Elaine Barber About Freddie Prinze JrFreddie Prinze Jr, birth name Frederick Prinze Junior was born on March 8, 1976, in Los Angeles, California....

Do you like dogs, like the Dachshund? Then here we have all the information on the Canaan dog. Canaan dogs are medium-height pariah dogs with a royal look. They have a tough history as they have lived almost 2000 years in the harsh environment of a desert, and only recently have they started living with humans again. The American Kennel Club recognizes them as a breed of a herding group of dogs....

A lot of confusion prevails regarding the classification of carrier pigeons, homing pigeons, and passenger pigeons. One can easily be mistaken for the other. It is widely believed that homing pigeons who can trace the route back to their homes can also be trained to deliver messages. These trained pigeons acted as real lifesavers as these pigeons were used as messengers, playing a major role during the First World War. Homing pigeons delivered crucial messages whilst putting their lives at great risk....

Cockles (Cerastoderma edule) are tiny clams that are found in saltwater. They are also are edible, which is, in fact, why they are so popular. Cockles have a small heart-like shell that packs a salty and soft flesh that is a delicacy for many worldwide.Cockles, also known as heart clams, belong to the family Cardiidae and genus Cardium and are bivalve mollusks. Bivalve mollusks have two ‘valves’, meaning two parts and there are about 250 species of cockles!...

Are you fond of tiny birds like the golden-crowned kinglet? If yes, then you would definitely find the common firecrest charming. This bird is found in various parts of Europe, North America, and Asia minor. However, this yellow-black bird has a special place in South England where it is especially seen in the breeding season. The bird has a good population distribution and it belongs to the family Regulidae. The scientific name of this bird is Regulus ignicapilla....