Herein we present to you our collection of articles on Native North American Mammals. At latest count, 5,416 known species of mammals exist throughout the world. They inhabit virtually every corner of the globe, both on land and in the water. Of these, estimates place the number existing in North America at 432. What we […]
5 Fabulous Deer Varieties
Herein we present to you our listing of 5 Fabulous Deer Varieties. At the moment, experts recognize 43 separate species of this amazing animal. They inhabit every continent except Antarctica and Australia. In addition, many species have been introduced into regions outside of their native range, often intentionally. But wherever man encounters them, the various […]
Earth’s Extremely Threatened Flowers
Among the many hundreds of thousands of species in the world, Earth’s Extremely Threatened Flowers continue to hold a very special place in our hearts. Flowers rank among the most beautiful of Nature’s creations, yet many also remain extremely fragile, and now face numerous threats. Herein, we present to you a small collection of some […]
9 Truly Magnificent Mantises
We present to you our choice of 9 Truly Magnificent Mantises. The mantis, or praying mantis, as it is known to many, ranks as one of the supreme predators in the insect world. Yet this amazing creature, in many instances, also ranks as among the most beautiful. In it, Nature has combined the efficiency of […]
Colorado Columbine
Colorado Columbine Facts This rather gorgeous plant bears the somewhat deceptive common name of Colorado Columbine. Its endemic range does rate as highly restricted but does extend to regions other than just Colorado. However, despite the fact that it inhabits an extremely limited area, it does not yet show on the IUCN Red List. The […]
7 Astounding Polar Creatures
7 Astounding Polar Creatures Nature thrives in virtually all regions of the globe, even those many people consider to be incapable of surviving a thriving ecosystem. Such is the case with these, our choices for 7 Astounding Polar Creatures. Certainly, they represent only the tip of the iceberg, so to speak, when it comes to […]
Wonderful Wild Cats of the World
Wonderful Wild Cats of the World In the minds of many, the felines of the world rank among the most beautiful and awesome of all the creatures in Nature. This extends equally to the wild relatives of our beloved household pets. These wild felines come in a wide range of sizes and appearances and inhabit […]
7 Dazzling Desert Dwellers
7 Dazzling Desert Dwellers Virtually every part of our beautiful world teems with life, even those portions that might, at first, seem foreboding to some. The arid, desert regions of the earth are no exception to this fact. If one looks closely enough, the desert sands and scrub abound with life, scurrying in all directions. […]
Scottish Wildcat
Scottish Wildcat Facts The rather surprising Scottish Wildcat remains a variety of wild feline that virtually no one outside of its endemic range even knows about. Such a terrible shame. This rather adorable feline itself actually constitutes a subspecies of the equally little-known outside of its immediate area, European wildcat. Sadly, like many related species, this animal […]
Christmas Cactus
Christmas Cactus Facts The most noteworthy attribute of the Christmas Cactus is the fact that this beautiful and distinctive plant typically blooms during the Christmas season. Another interesting fact is that as a result of evolving in their particular habitat, these cacti grow on trees or rock outcroppings. Due to their tendency to bloom at […]
