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Meadow Vole in Pippy Park, St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.
Meadow Vole Scientific Classification:
Class-Mammalia
Order-Rodentia
Family-Cricetidae
Genus-Microtus
Species-pennsylvanicus
Scientific Name-Microtus pennsylvanicus
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Wellness begins with a deep understanding of the preferences and needs of each species in the zoo. Optimal wellness is obtained when each animal thrives. The more the animal’s behavior resembles free-living wild animals, the more likely that wellness has been achieved.
By: C.A. Victor
If you’ve ever seen a group of large, honking birds flying in a v-formation, you’ve likely seen a member of the Branta genus! That’s right, Branta is one of the genera that make up the waterfowl known as geese.
But did you know that there are many types of geese? The genus Branta represents birds known as the “black geese,” a smaller group within the larger family. As well as being our site’s unofficial mascot, this genus of waterfowl is a fascinating part of the animal kingdom. Are you ready to learn more?
