Animal Facts

When you say the word ‘crab’, what do you think most people think of? For me, it’s one of two things. The first is a bizarre-looking creature that moves from side to side. The other is a dinner plate with a bright red shell on top and delicious grub inside. No matter your perception of…

Caterpillars are one of the most unusual insects on the planet. These creepy crawly masters of disguise can be found all across the world, and if books have taught us anything, it’s that these little guys have one hell of an appetite. Caterpillars need to store up such high levels of protein that one of…

Crocodiles have to be one of the most famous animals in the world. Their long, pointed snouts, their scaly, bulbous skin, and their large size make them stand out from the other top predators from the animal kingdom, such as wolves, bears, their scaly snake cousins, and the big cats. These magnificent creatures have been…

Did you know that sloths spend the majority of their lives hanging upside down from trees? Learn more interesting facts about sloths in this blog post.

One of the most amazing animals that have ever existed on earth is the polar bear. Polar bears have been regarded as sacred by many cultures for centuries. They have been the subject of many books, TV shows, and movies. Coca-Cola has even used them as a mascot in commercials. Having always been fascinated with…

Gorillas are the biggest animals in the primate species. They’re also endangered, which means we need to take steps to protect these extraordinary animals. Gorillas are very human-like; they’re bipedal just like us (they walk on two legs) and also have opposable thumbs. They’re highly intelligent animals, with incredible language and other communication skills. The…

There are not many creatures with armor that I can describe as cute. Most of the time armor is lumbering and heavy or dangerous and spiky, as such most of the creatures that wear it are walking tanks in their ecosystems. Yet, there is one little creature that wears armor and is kind of adorable,…

Lemurs come in many shapes and sizes. These primates, native to Madagascar, are well-known for their long tails, big eyes, and rambunctious attitudes. But with more than 100 species and isolated to a single island, there are plenty of things about lemurs that you might not know. From the curious ring-tailed lemur to the eerie…

When you catch a glimpse of beavers felling trees, you may have wondered if they eat the wood as they go. However, beavers do in fact eat many different types of plants. So, what do beavers actually eat? What are their favorite foods? Are there any foods they won’t eat? Keep reading to find out…

Giraffes are such interesting animals. Their distinctive features, like their long necks, are truly one of a kind – they are one of the most striking animals in the world! However, because their physical features are so unique and unforgettable, it can be easy to forget that there are other fun facts to learn about…