Category: Animals

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Icon Of The North: The Polar Bear

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The Polar Bear(Ursus maritimus) is an iconic symbol of the north. These awesome mammals Reach weights up to 800 kilograms, making it one of the largest terrestrial carnivores on earth. Seals are one of its primary food sources. Polar Bears are known to cover large distances in search of food, they may swim for several kilometers, or wander far inland which sometimes causes conflicts with humans.  Polar Bear range lies largely within the Arctic Circle, encompassing the Arctic Ocean,

Physical Characteristics

Polar Bears have proportionately longer necks than other species of bear, this makes it easier for them to … Continue

What Are Procyonids?

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The Procyonids are all the mammals classified in the Carnivoran family of Procyonidae. This family includes Raccoons, Olingos, the Cacomistle, Coatis, the Kinkajou, and the Ringtail. With the exception of  North America’s Common Raccoon, most Procyonids are found in Central  and South America. The Red Panda(Ailurus fulgens) is a mammal that was once thought to be a Procyonid but is now the only species classified in the Ailuridae family. The Giant Panda was also classified as a Procyonid in the past but is now classified in the Ursidae family(Bears). Even though Procyonids are classified in the Carnivora order, … Continue

Robert introduces our magnificent elephants | Australia Zoo Life

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Today is an extremely exciting and historic day at AustraliaZoo! We are thrilled to welcome our Sumatran elephants to their new Elephantasia habitat. Guests can experience and fall in love with our gorgeous elephants and learn about our conservation work protecting this critically endangered species.