What Big Ears You Have, Mule Deer!
by, Jo Carol Hebert These indigenous (native to the area) North American deer are named for their long ears. Their ears look like the donkey ears of the horse-donkey hybrid […]
Our Frosty Friend the Reindeer
Yesterday we explored the Tsaatan people who depend greatly on our Frosty Friend the Reindeer. But what do we really know about this animal? Let’s explore the Reindeer to discover […]
Check it Out (Audio) – Goats!
Let’s learn some fun facts about one of the world’s oldest domesticated mammals, the Goat! What did you think about the goat? Tell us in the comments section. Now that […]
The ‘Dik-Dik’- Africa’s Most Adorable Antelope!
by, Jo Carol Hebert “It’s Not Easy Being Small!” Any animal named a ‘dik-dik’ has to be cute, right? And these little antelopes, in the bovid-cattle family, do not disappoint. […]
Horns & Antlers – The Moose
Today we are going to explore the mighty moose. This animal is the largest member of the deer family. Moose are found in northern parts of the US and in […]
Oh, Those Amazing Antlers!
by, Jo Carol Hebert A massive Bull Moose emerges from a Canadian lake. A regal Roosevelt Elk ventures from the edge of a forest in Oregon. A White-tailed deer bounds […]
Horns & Antlers – The Saola
by, Jo Carol Hebert What is a Saola and why should we care about it? Because this beautiful antelope-looking animal: is “critically endangered” – most likely to become extinct. The Saola’s numbers are less than two hundred […]
Horns & Antlers – Fun Facts About the Markhor
Today we are going to explore the Markhor. This animal is the largest wild goat in the Bovid family of horned animals. It is also known as the “screw horn […]
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