Are North American wolves endangered? Yes, they are. While gray wolves were delisted in 2020, they were reinstated in February 2022. A court vacated the delisting and put back protections on most gray wolves within the lower 48 states. So gray wolves that are not part...
North America is home to six species of wild cat. However, only one of the six is labeled a big cat, and only three have large populations.1 These six species are:1 Bobcat Puma Lynx Ocelot Jaguar Jaguarundi Get a look at them down below! 1. Bobcat These are the most...
Red foxes have a reputation for being resourceful. It’s what has allowed them to thrive in all sorts of environments, even when humans have taken over. They are canids, mammals, and omnivores.1 They weigh anywhere between 6 and 15 pounds and are 22-32 inches long, not...
The Mustelidae, or weasel, Family is responsible for most of the North American mesocarnivores, however, some representatives of this diverse group also inhabit the same ecological niche further South. One of the weasel-like species occupying the forests and savannas...
Animals need to communicate with each other to establish and defend territories, work together, attract a mate, and more. There are four ways that animals can communicate with each other. They are:1 Visual Auditory Tactile Chemical The methods used will vary depending...
A dog or cat’s paws are very important. Not just for running around and playing, but they help them protect themselves from the surfaces they’re on, balance, and navigate the world around them. Paws in dogs and cats may be more or less rough depending on their...