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Why are beavers considered to be excellent architects?

Beavers are known to be the most well-known animal architects. These prolific builders cut trees and gather sticks and mud to construct dams with their front teeth, which create ponds that offer protection from predators and easy access to food during winter. The front teeth of the beaver never stop growing. Beavers’ constant gnawing on […]

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Why is the superb lyrebird considered a superb mimic?

The superb lyrebird is a natural mimic. It can mimic sounds from Nature. It is commonly found in the Australian forests and it can imitate complex sounds like camera shutters, other birds, especially the laughing kookaburras and interestingly, the wing beats of small birds. Although not much is known about the bird yet its hearing

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Why are snow leopards called ‘ghosts of the mountain’?

Snow leopards have beautiful thick white fur, with ringed spots of black or brown that act as an excellent camouflage. Snow leopards are extremely elusive by Nature, and live among the Himalayan peaks. They live and travel in solitude over vast distances of isolated and rugged mountain ranges. Interestingly, although they are big cats like

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South Mountain Grey-cheeked Salamander

Scientific name : Plethodon meridianus Family : Plethodontidae Native to : North Carolina, United States Interesting fact : They belong to the family of lungless salamanders that breathe through their moist skins. Conservation status : Vulnerable Named after its geographical location, the South mountain grey-cheeked salamander is dark grey with light grey cheek patches. They

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