Jaguars and leopards are two of the earth’s most fearsome felines and apex predators. Both are members of the Panthera genus and share similarities in appearance and behavior. This can often lead to confusion between&hellip

Jaguars and leopards are two of the earth’s most fearsome felines and apex predators. Both are members of the Panthera genus and share similarities in appearance and behavior. This can often lead to confusion between&hellip
It’s very easy to tell the difference between a cat and a dog. However, the difference between certain other animals is not as obvious, which is why they are so easily confused. For example, the&hellip
The similarities and distinctions between rats and mice often need to be clarified. The majority of people only compare the two species’ sizes. When people observe a long-tailed rodent, they often refer to it as&hellip
As a result of the early European immigrants in North America referring to these animals as buffaloes, a bison is frequently mistaken for a buffalo. Bison traverse North and South America, while buffaloes are prevalent&hellip
From a glance llamas and alpacas may seem very similar and if you don’t know the differences to look for, they can easily be mistaken for each other. They form part of the camelid species&hellip
Alligators and Crocodiles are both from the semi-aquatic reptile family. They appear to be enormous and are both from the order “Crocodilia” but come from distinct families. Many people may be confused by their looks&hellip
Introduction There is some debate about if spores are really harmful to humans or not. Spores are structures that are formed and released by certain types of living organisms. Read further to learn more about&hellip
Introduction The praying mantis is an insect in the order Mantodea. These insects are quite unique and easy to recognize by their big eyes and forelimbs that are held as if they are praying. Their&hellip
What is Gymnosperms? Definition and Characteristics of Gymnosperms Gymnosperms are fruitless seed-bearing plants. The literal translation of the word Gymnosperm is “naked seed”. This is because the seed is not covered in an endosperm. The&hellip
What are Vertebrates? Vertebrae is the name of the bones which make up the spine. Accordingly, vertebrates are all animals that have the spinal cord in their skeleton. The main difference between vertebrates and chordates&hellip
What are Humans? Although this might seem like a rather trivial, or even senseless question, it is in fact an actively researched topic in science, especially biology, anthropology and archeology. To be precise, we belong&hellip
Everyone must admit that there are significant similarities as well as differences between humans and animals. According to Charles Darwin theory of evolution, human beings can be said to trace their ancestry back from chimpanzee-like&hellip
When one looks a large German shepherd dog next to a small munchkin cat carefully, you will not see any similarities between the two animals. However, both cats and dogs have several similarities that many&hellip
Definition and Characteristics of Hemichordata The Hemichordata is a phylum of worm like invertebrate animals that are found in the ocean. They are named for the buccal diverticulum which is a structure that looks like&hellip
Frogs and toads are similar amphibians with a significant number of similarities as discussed below. What is a Frog? Frogs are members of the zoology class referred to as amphibian with the characteristic of being&hellip
Hydra and Obelia are two genera of small aquatic animals of the phylum Cnidaria, class Hydrozoa. What is Hydra? Hydra is a genus of small diploblastic freshwater animals from the class Hydrozoa. The representatives of the genus are up&hellip
Definition of Phototrophs Phototrophs are the organisms which use light as their main source of energy (photosynthesis). They are capable of capturing electromagnetic radiations (light) and use it to transform carbon dioxide into glucose and&hellip
Lysosome and ribosome are two components basically found in the cells with the one found primarily in eukaryotic organisms and the other in both eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms. In this research we examine the key&hellip
Aneuploidy and polyploidy are two chromosomal abnormalities in animals and plants. Almost every feature in human beings, be it the color of your eyes, your long legs, or the shape of your nose, has to&hellip
Both protostomes and deuterostomes belong to kingdom Animalia, subkingdom Eumetazoa, which consists of animals having three germ layers and bilateral symmmetry, Clade Nephrozoa. Protostomes, deuterostomes and Xenacoelomorpha are also members of clade Bilateria which is&hellip
What is a cell? A cell is the basic building block of life [1]. It is the smallest structural and functional unit that can copy themselves independently. We humans have several trillions of cells in&hellip
Tiger Vs Leopard: There are many types of large cats found throughout the world. Two of which that are tigers and leopards. Each of these has distinguishing features to help identify them. Appearance and size&hellip
Background In the classification of living organisms on Earth, the Animalia kingdom or Metazoa comprises all extant multicellular heterotrophic eukaryotes. It is divided into a number of distinct phyla, differing mainly by the level of&hellip
Ducks are very common of waterfowl, and everyone is familiar with them. Yet, people don’t know a lot about them. How many different types of ducks are there? Usually when people think about ducks, they&hellip
Difference between badger and honey badger is not something that is easily missed, and although these two species share some common characteristics and their name sake, they each boast their own unique and particular set&hellip
Dachshunds, more affectionately known as sausage dogs or weenie dogs, are a pure breed of canine that make wonderful companions when they receive proper care. Most people are familiar with the Standard Dachshund, but there&hellip
Origin of the Rottweiler dog The Rottweiler are considered as one of the oldest breeds of dogs who were used as herding dog by the Romans. Ancient Roman history indicates that the origin of Rottweiler&hellip
Bullfighting and Barbarism A Blood Sport in Decline It seems odd that we still argue as to whether bullfighting is either ethical or does not constitute cruelty to the animal. Those who advocate bullfighting often&hellip
We now have a better idea why children constantly chirp, “Are we there yet?” It may have less to do with patience and more to do with their perception of time. A study by researchers&hellip
Duck is the more common term for birds that have a short neck and large bills. They are also referred to as waterfowl. They belong to the family Anatidae, whose hind limbs have a distinct&hellip
A quick search on the internet will show that there are some most horrifying insects that we share this planet with. A good share of articles, videos and pictures has been presented and are easily&hellip
Popular media educated the public about the existence of dinosaurs. You may know a thing or two about these creatures from watching movies such as “The Land Before Time” or “Jurassic Park”. However, among these&hellip
The cobra is a venomous snake found in various parts of Asia and Africa. While otherwise being no different than other snakes, the hood of a cobra really sets it apart. Apart from being a&hellip
In general, poaching is defined as the illegal hunting, killing or capture of animals in the wild. The term poaching comes into play in these situations as they are termed illegal: When the hunter does&hellip
The North American Beaver is the largest rodents inhabiting North American territories, another species of beaver is also found in some parts of Europe, called the Eurasian Beaver. They are herbivores and generally prefer maple,&hellip
Why do iguanas have a third eye? There is diversity in animal life. And each and every single unique and exceptional quality makes each animal different from one another. Most people might not know about&hellip
Most animals hunt when they are at an advantage. The case is similar with owls, who find it advantageous to hunt at night. Centuries of evolution have gifted owls with the right skills to hunt&hellip
Why do cobras spit venom? Cobras are one of the most fearsome species of snake in the world. Partly this is because of their venomous bite. Cobras, when they bite, have neurotoxic venom, which can&hellip
Porcupines have quills as its evolutionary defensive mechanism against predators and threats. The presence of quills on is skin primarily deter a predator from touching and physically harming the porcupine. These also play a significant&hellip
Beagles howl because they are hunting dogs and do so as a reaction to certain stimuli or to express themselves. To explain it in the simplest way, beagles like to howl. As hunting hounds, beagles&hellip
Dobermans or Doberman Pinschers are domesticated dogs that are known for their loyalty and protective nature. Â These dogs are one of the most well-loved breeds in many parts of the world because they can be&hellip
The elks are the largest members of the deer family. Elks are usually found in prairie regions, and can usually adapt to different ecosystems. Their most characteristic features by far are the antlers protruding from&hellip
Gemsboks are large antelopes typically found in the arid regions of Africa. They mainly dwell in the deserts in small herds, and have mastered the skills needed for survival in the desert. Like many animals,&hellip
Gorillas belong to the ape family, and are usually found in the tropical regions of Africa. Their behavior is closely related to that of humans, and they are considered a smart species with the ability&hellip
Donkeys have been domesticated for as long as memory and records can reveal. They have provided numerous invaluable services to humans, particularly carrying loads. These animals have also been domesticated for the mere fact that&hellip
The two key species of gophers are the Richardsons ground squirrel and the pocket gopher. There have been questions on whether all species of gophers hibernate. Even though this has not been conclusively stated by&hellip
Betta fish is also referred to as the fighting fish because it is commonly seen fighting with other fish of the same species. Aquarium keepers and fish lovers need not get this idea from an&hellip
Owls are very popular species of birds because of their huge eyes and their so-called reputation of being very smart and wise. Birds in general are thought to be very intelligent with some species thought&hellip
Many people have seen their pet rabbits or bunnies thump their legs but most of them don’t know why this is so. Â Some bunnies are known to some thumping action while being left alone or&hellip
Grizzly bears are part of the brown bear family and are sometimes referred to as the North American brown bear. Â In terms of behavior, most grizzly bears prefer to live alone. Â There are cases though&hellip