Category: Animals

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Pikas

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By: David Torres

Pikas are a small, short-legged and tailless mammals that can be found in the mountains of western North America and in much of the steppes of Asia and eastern Europe. Despite their small size, body shape, and round ears, pikas are not rodents but are actually closest related to hares and rabbits.

What does a pika look like?

Pikas are small mammals, with short limbs and rounded ears. They are about 15 to 23 centimeters (5.9 to 9.1 in) in body length and weigh between 120 and 350 grams (4.2 and 12.3 oz), depending on species. Pikas … Continue

What are Game Birds?

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By: David Torres

Game birds are typically considered to belong in the galliform order of birds. They are called game birds because they are frequently hunted for meat and for sport. Galliformes consist of some of the most well-known birds such as peacocks, pheasants, turkeys, and chickens. Galliforms are mostly flightless or short distance birds that are usually more comfortable on the ground than in the air. Some game birds such as chickens and turkeys have been farmed for centuries for meat, eggs, and also to be kept as pets.

this is a close up of a Golden Phesant
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Injured Bobcat Goes Outside

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Romeo the rehab bobcat started to get very restless in his indoor recovery cage as we watched as he tried to find a way to escape. So we modified our outdoor recovery enclosure to fit his special needs. Now it is time that he goes outside.