The Gentianella Hirculus is a beautiful and unique species of gentian that can be found in the high-altitude humid páramo of southern Ecuador. Its scientific name, Gentianella hirculus (Griseb.) Fabris, is derived from its association with the gentian family, Gentianaceae Juss. This biennial to perennial herb is known for its cushion-like growths, which can reach up to 10 … [Read more...] about Gentianella Hirculus: The Beautiful and Endangered Gentian of the Andes
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St. Louis Zoo Welcomes Critically Endangered Bactrian Camel Calf
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
Snowflake (gorilla)
Snowflake, also known as Floquet de Neu in Catalan, Copito de Nieve in Spanish, and Flocon de Neige in French, was the world's only known albino gorilla to date. He was a western lowland gorilla and was kept at Barcelona Zoo in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain from 1966 until his death in 2003. History Snowflake, who was originally named Nfumu Ngui in Fang language meaning … [Read more...] about Snowflake (gorilla)