Wild Animals

Animals that have not been domesticated for various reasons are known as "wild animals." This section, much like an encyclopedia, will provide information about different species: amphibians, birds, invertebrates, mammals, fish, reptiles and more.

Major Mitchell's Cockatoo: Habitat and Characteristics

BirdsMajor Mitchell's Cockatoo: Habitat and Characteristics

Probably the last thing you expect to find in the Australian semi-arid regions is a spectacular bird like Major Mitchell's…

How to Feed a Swallow

BirdsHow to Feed a Swallow

Swallows are beautiful open-country birds, with an admirable ability to create their homes in human-made structures. In the same way, they build their nests with little clay balls that they…

White-Tailed Eagle: Habitat and Characteristics

BirdsWhite-Tailed Eagle: Habitat and Characteristics

Eagles are huge raptors that are found throughout the world, and are usually associated with aquatic environments. Although not as…

What Do Scorpions Eat?

InvertebratesWhat Do Scorpions Eat?

Scorpions are arachnid predators within the order Scorpiones. All have 8 legs, pedipalps modified with pincers and a tail ending in a stinger, which produces varying potencies of toxins. Apart…

The Monarch Butterfly Is in Danger of Extinction

InvertebratesThe Monarch Butterfly Is in Danger of Extinction

The monarch butterfly is one of the Lepidopterans and one of the best-known insects in the world. With its iconic…

Do Frogs with Hair Exist?

AmphibiansDo Frogs with Hair Exist?

Although it seems crazy, there really are frogs with hair. Frogs are amphibians that are characterized by wet and sticky skin. They come in various sizes and colors, and we…

Bioluminescence: Worms that Glow in the Dark

InvertebratesBioluminescence: Worms that Glow in the Dark

Bioluminescence is a fascinating phenomenon by which living beings are able to produce their own light. This ability is widespread…

Horseshoe Crab: Characteristics and Curiosities

InvertebratesHorseshoe Crab: Characteristics and Curiosities

The horseshoe crab is a marine arthropod that is characterized by having a flattened and convex shape. In addition, it…

The 7 Types of Starfish

InvertebratesThe 7 Types of Starfish

Starfish (Asteroidea) are part of the echinoderms, marine animals characterized by an internal skeleton, formed by a pentagonal disk with five arms. This taxon comprises more than 1900 species, distributed…

5 Differences Between Ducks and Geese

Birds5 Differences Between Ducks and Geese

Historically, ducks and geese have been used for hunting by man. Although both are birds that, at first glance, seem…

Snake Bites: How to React

ReptilesSnake Bites: How to React

The snakes that humans usually keep as pets don't carry venom or, at least, not one composed of toxins that could cause harm to other people or animals. Snake bites…

10 Types of Insects and Their Characteristics

Invertebrates10 Types of Insects and Their Characteristics

Hexapod invertebrates are the most diverse group of animals on planet Earth, as there are currently more than 1 million…

The 6 Largest Jellyfish in the World

InvertebratesThe 6 Largest Jellyfish in the World

As if they were living jellies, jellyfish are organisms that are made up of more than 90% water. Despite being…

Find Out How Birds Fly!

BirdsFind Out How Birds Fly!

To soar through the skies has been a human dream almost since the dawn of time. Wondering how birds fly has led to great inventions, which now make our lives…

Are Geckos Poisonous?

ReptilesAre Geckos Poisonous?

Common geckos can be seen easily in urban settings, especially during warm summer nights. As with many other animals, this closeness to humans has generated a whole series of myths…

Thermoregulation: How Do Reptiles Regulate Their Temperature?

ReptilesThermoregulation: How Do Reptiles Regulate Their Temperature?

Thermoregulation in reptiles is the behavioral tool with which these animals maintain their body temperature as stable as possible. Unlike…

Zebra Mussel: Characteristics of an Invasive Species

InvertebratesZebra Mussel: Characteristics of an Invasive Species

When thinking of an invasive species, very conspicuous examples come to mind: the famous Argentine parrots, the American tortoises that…

Cicadas: Habitat and Characteristics

InvertebratesCicadas: Habitat and Characteristics

Do you remember when you first walked in the countryside and heard those strange sounds that were far removed from…

The Curious Case of the Albino Peacock

BirdsThe Curious Case of the Albino Peacock

When we see an animal that's completely white from head to toe, the question arises as to whether it has…

The Arizona Bark Scorpion: Everything You Need to Know

InvertebratesThe Arizona Bark Scorpion: Everything You Need to Know

The Arizona bark scorpion, scientifically named Centruroides sculpturatus, is one of the scorpion species that can be found in Mexico…

Why Do Mosquitoes Bite Some People and not Others?

InvertebratesWhy Do Mosquitoes Bite Some People and not Others?

Mosquitoes, because of their tiny size, appear harmless to our eyes. However, they are one of the animals that transmit…