The spiny softshell turtle is a freshwater turtle named for the short, blunt spines on the front of its soft, leathery shell.
Read on for a complete guide to this fascinating North American reptile…
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Arboreal Animals Pictures & Facts: Animals That Live In Trees
Arboreal animals are animals that spend most of their lives in trees. Examples of arboreal animals include amphibians such as tree frogs and flying frogs; birds such as toucans and woodpeckers; insects such as tree hoppers and weaver ants, mammals such as monkeys, gibbons, lemurs, squirrels and sloths; and reptiles such as chameleons and geckos.
On this page is a list of arboreal animals from around the world, with information on the various adaptations found in animals that live in trees, and the advantages of an arboreal lifestyle
Pig-Nosed Turtle / Fly River Turtle Facts, Pictures, Species Guide
Dwelling in the freshwater river systems of Northern Australia and southern New Guinea is a unique reptile. With its long snout and webbed flippers, the pig-nosed turtle Carettochelys insculpta–also known as the Fly River turtle–is one of the world’s most distinctive turtles. Sadly, this odd-looking animal is now endangered, mainly due to over-hunting.
Read on to find out more about this distinctive Australian reptile…
Halloween Gift Ideas – Animal Books With A Halloween Theme
On this page, we’ve put together a collection of animal books with a Halloween theme. Find the ideal Halloween gift for your animal-loving friend or relative!
Mushroom Facts – The Ultimate Guide To Mushrooms (And Toadstools)
Mushrooms, the umbrella-shaped fungi that mysteriously appear in meadows and woodlands as summer draws to a close, have fascinated humans for millennia.
The seasonal emergence of these fungal forms is only part of a life cycle that, for most of the time, is hidden out of sight.
Mushrooms are neither plants nor animals. Along with the other fungi, they occupy a kingdom all of their own. Mushroom-producing fungi perform a vitally important role in their ecosystems, decomposing organic material so that life can begin anew.
On this page, we take a closer look at mushrooms, finding out what they are, how they reproduce, and why they are important in our lives and in ecosystems around the world…
Types Of Spiders With Pictures & Facts: Main Spider Groups
Examples of different types of spiders, with examples and pictures of each. Discover the characteristics of the main spider groups, and learn how to identify types of spiders such as tarantulas, funnel-web spiders, orb-weavers, jumping spiders and more.
Types Of Owls: List Of Interesting Species From Around The World
Types of owls with pictures and facts. Owls are some of the most distinctive types of birds, and due to their nocturnal behavior and haunting calls are often featured in folklore and myths.
Giant River Otter, Pteronura Brasiliensis, Giant Otter: Facts & Pictures
The giant river otter, or giant otter, is a carnivorous mammal that inhabits the rainforests of South America. On this page, you’ll find giant river otter facts, pictures, video and in-depth information, giving you the complete lowdown on this distinctive semiaquatic predator…
Cool Animals List With Pictures & Facts: The World’s Coolest Animals
A list of cool animals, with pictures and interesting facts. What are the world’s coolest species? Read on to find out…
Alligator vs Crocodile: The Difference Between Alligators And Crocodiles
Alligator vs crocodile – what are the differences between alligator and crocodiles and how can you identify which is which?
