Category: Animals

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Deer Facts: Caribou

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Caribou(Rangifer tarandus) also known as Reindeer; however Reindeer is also sometimes used for domestic individuals.  Reindeer is also commonly used for Eurasian populations, and Caribou is more commonly used for North American populations.  Caribou live in herds that can sometimes reach 500,000 individuals. Caribou are classified in the mammalian order Artiodactyla, and family Cervidae.  

Physical Characteristics

Female Caribou are the only female deer that grow antlers. Caribou have the largest and heaviest antlers of all living deer species and a male Caribou’s antlers are typically larger than a female’s. Caribou range from dark brown to white. A Caribou’s … Continue

Big Cat Facts: Lion

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The Lion(Panthera leo) is a big cat that is found throughout much of Africa, however there is a small population of Lions found in India. Lions live in large groups known as prides. The pride consists of related females, and cubs, and a few adult males. The Lion is classified in the mammalian order Carnivora and family Felidae. 

You can see the tuft at the tip of this Lioness’s tail.

Physical Characteristics

An adult Lion ranges in color from silvery gray, yellowish red and dark brown. A lion’s underparts are usually lighter. Males have a mane of fur around … Continue

Protecting The Rhino, A Critical Mission | Wildlife Warriors Mission

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The preceding video was produced by Wildlife Warriors

Rhinos continue to face endless threats but it’s thanks to Ol Pejeta Conservancy that these incredible animals stand a chance in the wild. Through our non-profit organization Wildlife Warriors, we are proud to continue supporting their important work. Find out more at: wildlifewarriors.org.au.

Wild Dog Fact Sheet: African Wild Dog

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The African Wild Dog(Lycaon pictus) also known as the Painted Dog or Cape Hunting Dog is a wild canid that is found throughout much of Africa. The African Wild Dog is classified in the mammalian order Carnivora and the family Canidae. 

Physical Characteristics

African Wild Dogs are golden-yellow to golden-brown and are covered with black splotches. The tip of the tail is sometimes white. They have large ears and long legs. The African Wild Dog weighs 25 kilograms(55.11 pounds) on average, and the average body length is 92 centimeters(3. Feet, 0.22 inches). They are 68 centimeters(2 feet, 2.77 inches) at … Continue

Crocodile Research, Keeping Steve’s Legacy Alive | Wildlife Warriors Missions

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It’s our mission to continue the incredible work started by Steve Irwin, researching Australia’s apex predator. Bindi gives us an insight into what our crocodile research looks like today and the important role it plays in helping protect our modern day dinosaurs. To find out more about crocodile conservation, our annual research trip and the beautiful crocs we are currently tracking follow this link:

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