Animal Facts

Did you know that snow leopards can jump over 50 feet in a single leap? Did you know that elephant teeth can weigh up to 9 pounds? Did you know that the heart of a shrimp is located in its head? Yes, there are many such facts about the animal kingdom which are bound to leave one dumbstruck! Here is a compilation of some of these astonishing animal facts.
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Snowshoe Hare Facts
Interesting snowshoe hare facts include that they have fur on the soles of their hind feet, have acute hearing, and communicate by thumping their hind feet against the ground. This article will get you well-versed with snowshoe hares.

Red Wolf Facts
A legendary member of the dog family, the red wolf is known for its spine tingling howl. Many old miners from its natural habitat regions, claim that is an echo of the call of the wild. The following are some interesting red wolf facts.

Water Buffalo Facts
Water buffaloes are so called as they spent most of their time by submerging under water. Here are some interesting water buffalo facts.

Characteristics of Platyhelminthes
The animals of Phylum Platyhelminthes are worm like animals with soft and unsegmented bodies. They are characterized by bilateral symmetry, no body cavity, no respiratory and circulatory organs and well developed flame cells to carry out the excretory function.

Facts about Nocturnal Animals
Our planet supports a diverse ecosystem. The flora and fauna is unique in different parts of the world. However, there are some unique features within the animal kingdom, like the land-water inhabitation of amphibians and nocturnal behavior that add to biodiversity and variety...

Unusual Animal Facts
Every animal species has some unusual facts about their physical characteristics and behavior. Most of this is uncommon knowledge, fun to read, and useful for our general knowledge.

Facts about American Bison
The American Bison is the national wealth of North America. To find out more about this noble beast who roams the wilderness of the North American Continent, read on...

Facts about Musk Oxen
Here are some facts about the musk oxen that reveal some interesting features of the animal. To know why musk oxen are able to survive in the freezing temperature of the Arctic region, read on...

Animal Facts for Kids
Are you looking for facts about animals? Can you believe flies have five eyes, two large and three smaller ones? Here are some amazing facts about animals for kids.

Animal Adaptations
Adaptation is a structural or functional change in a living organism that helps it survive. To look at some of the animal adaptations, read on…

Animals and Music
Animals just as humans, respond to music; soothing, relaxing tunes seem to calm them too. See more about the experiment in Lincoln Park, Chicago.

Facts About Mice
Are there mice inhabiting your house? Find out more about these creatures.

Animal Attacks
The circle of life takes a full turn before the regeneration of totally new components. The planet is home to many life forms and the governing law is ‘survival of the fittest’. However, there have been reports of animal attacks which were probably triggered by fear, the need for defence and hunger.

Wolverine Animal Facts
Looking like a small bear, the wolverine is actually the largest species of the weasel family. Here are some interesting facts about wolverines.

Cuttlefish Facts
Known as the chameleon of the sea, the cuttlefish, as the name suggests, is not even a fish! Read on to know more about some interesting facts about the cuttlefish.

Lemurs Facts
Remember the group of cute and cuddly animals from the animated movie 'Madagascar’? Read on to know some interesting facts about lemurs…

Steller Sea Lion Facts
Here are some interesting facts about the Steller Sea Lion.

Facts about Groundhogs
If you are interested in facts abut groundhogs, read this article.

Mongoose Facts
If you want to know some interesting mongoose facts, here is an article for you.

Lionfish Facts
Here are some facts about the spectacular looking lionfish, which you will find interesting.

Snowy Owl Facts
Snowy owls got their share of the limelight when Hedwig stole the hearts of many in the popular Harry Potter series. Here’s a look at some interesting snowy owl facts.

Aye-Aye Facts
The aye-aye, with its claw-like long fingers, and large eyes and ears is a unique creature found only in the rain forests of Madagascar. Here are a few interesting facts about this endangered species.

Cat Facts
Purring is not always an indication of happiness, a cat also purrs when it is in terrible pain. Here are some more facts about cats.

Facts About Ants
As ants are social insects, they are unable to live on their own and need to live in an organized community or colony. Here are some interesting facts about those little insects...

Seahorse Facts
Information on seahorses, fish, which were considered mythical creatures once upon a time.

Animal Cruelty: Animal Abuse Facts and Statistics
Most people think that animals in circuses and movies like what they do. However, this is not the case as it has been glaringly pointed out and proved. Here are some facts about Animal Cruelty.

Cheetah Facts
The cheetah is one of the members of the majestic cat family. It is also the fastest animal in the world, faster than some race cars. Here are some other facts about the cheetah.

Facts about the Koala
Some facts about the marsupial from Australia, the Koala.

Spaying And Neutering Your Dog – The Facts Of Life
If healthy, the neutering of your female or male dog is a relatively safe operation, and is usually recommended by your veterinarian unless you intend to breed your dog. Sometimes the operation disturbs the dog owner psychologically or emotionally far more than the dog, who quickly recovers and become an even better pet!

A Few Pet Care Facts
Find out some easy ways to take care of your Pet...