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 […]
7 Stunning European Flowering Plants
Check out these 7 Stunning European Flowering Plants. The myriad plants in this world that produce flowers provide us with some of the greatest beauty on earth. Although such magnificent botanical glory exists in almost every part of the globe, Europe certainly has its share. We hope that you thoroughly enjoy what you read here […]
5 Incredibly Wonderful Trees
5 Incredibly Wonderful Trees Like the stunning sentinels of Nature, trees stand guard over the various landscapes they appear on. They provide a refuge for many species of insects and various animals alike. They also provide food, both for the wild animals of the world and we humans as well. In addition, they are a […]
Goose-Beaked Whale
Goose-Beaked Whale Facts The often-overlooked Goose-Beaked Whale actually represents the most widely distributed of all known varieties of beaked whales. The scientific name of this rather remarkable animal (Ziphius cavirostris) derives from a combination of both Greek and Latin words. The first known description of this species occurred in 1823, by French anatomist Georges Cuvier. […]
Reindeer
Reindeer Facts The name Reindeer applies to a variety of deer native to a specific, and rather harsh, section of the world. Interestingly, individuals of this impressive species often vary much more widely in color and size than most animals. In addition to the simple facts of its beauty, one fact sets this creature apart […]
Rainbow Eucalyptus
Rainbow Eucalyptus Facts The living kaleidoscope known as the absolutely beautiful Rainbow Eucalyptus forms the only species of eucalyptus tree endemic to the Northern Hemisphere. It can also now be found growing in numerous other parts of the world. This has come about due to its (eminently understandable) popularity as an ornamental tree. Yet beauty […]
Wolfsbane
Wolfsbane Facts Wolfsbane serves as one of the common names given to a genus of more than 250 different plants. Also, almost every known variety of Wolfsbane ranks as extremely poisonous. It remains most commonly seen in mountainous regions. This genus also most typically grows in soil that stays rather highly retentive of moisture […]
Mountain Pine Beetle
Mountain Pine Beetle Facts The truly devastating Mountain Pine Beetle is a diminutive species of bark beetle. Despite its size, it represents a highly destructive force in its endemic range. This insect appears to have evolved as native to a rather wide swathe of the Northern Hemisphere, compared to other species of beetle. This invertebrate […]
Agouti
Agouti Facts Agouti serves as the collective term for several species of rodents. All species of this animal remain endemic to a specific range of the Northern Hemisphere. Several of the varieties of this animal have also been introduced into portions of the West Indies. There it remains considered an invasive species. Furthermore, genetically, scientists […]
