The St. Louis Zoo is playing a critical role in preserving the critically endangered Bactrian camel species with their latest birth. The male calf, born to parents Minnie and Elvis, is a promising addition to the camel herd, and is expected to reach an adult weight of 1,600-1,800 lbs. Bactrian camels are known for their ability to carry people across the deserts of the Middle … [Read more...] about St. Louis Zoo Welcomes Critically Endangered Bactrian Camel Calf
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Snow leopard
The snow leopard, also known as the ounce (Panthera uncia), is a felid native to the mountain ranges of Central and South Asia. It inhabits alpine and subalpine zones at elevations of 3,000–4,500 m (9,800–14,800 ft), ranging from eastern Afghanistan, the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau to southern Siberia, Mongolia and western China. In the northern part of its range, it also … [Read more...] about Snow leopard
Do Frogs Have the Ability to Climb Walls?
Frogs are cute, but finding one on your windowpane can be a bit disconcerting. When frogs are outside of their usual environment, they become uncomfortable, and it is essential to help them leave in one piece without causing trauma. However, before releasing a frog outside, you might wonder how it managed to climb the wall in the first place. Can frogs climb walls? The answer … [Read more...] about Do Frogs Have the Ability to Climb Walls?
Newly Hatched Golden Plovers Blend in Perfectly with Their Surroundings
Golden plovers are known for their striking appearance, with a spotted gold and black back and cap. But what’s truly remarkable about these birds is their incredible camouflage that blends in with their mossy nesting sites. These migratory birds breed in the Arctic tundra, where males build nests on the ground and females line them with grass, lichens, and moss. The … [Read more...] about Newly Hatched Golden Plovers Blend in Perfectly with Their Surroundings
How Trained African Giant Pouched Rats Are Helping Detect Landmines, Tuberculosis, and Poached Wildlife
Trained African Giant Pouched Rats have become an unlikely hero in the fight against landmines and tuberculosis, and most recently, in the effort to combat illegal wildlife trade. The rats, which are native to sub-Saharan Africa, have an exceptional sense of smell and have been trained by researchers to detect the scent of TNT, a chemical commonly used in landmines and … [Read more...] about How Trained African Giant Pouched Rats Are Helping Detect Landmines, Tuberculosis, and Poached Wildlife