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The white winter coat of the Arctic Fox allows it to easily blend in to the snow-covered landscapes that surround it.

Arctic Fox Facts: Animals of the Arctic

These omnivorous hunters and scavengers use different colored furs during winter and summer in order to blend in with their changing environments.

April 25, 2017 12:31

A young Carolina Northern Flying Squirrel. Babies grow old enough to be weaned from their mothers within forty days.

Northern Flying Squirrel Facts: Animals of North America

Unlike many mammals, these squirrels possess unique physical traits that allow them to seemingly take flight.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Clearly related to other felines, bobcats are much bigger than domesticated housecats and can hunt prey as large as deer and mountain goats.

Bobcat Facts: Animals of North America

These mobile felines have the largest population and farthest-reaching range of any North American wildcat species.

April 25, 2017 12:31

A Male Prairie Chicken "strutting" its stuff. Males are known for the flamboyant stances they take to attract mates.

Prairie Chicken Facts: Animals of North America

Actually closer to a grouse than a chicken, male prairie chickens inflate the orange sacs on their necks in order to attract mates.

April 25, 2017 12:31

As their name suggests, these owls are best known for living in the dug-out burrows of other animals.

Burrowing Owl Facts: Animals of North America

These birds' burrowing habits allow them to survive many climates, but they are nonetheless in grave danger today.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Despite its size and the fearsome appearance of its horns, the Gaur, or Indian Bison, is generally shy when it comes to interacting with humans.

Gaur Facts: Animals of Asia

Also called the Indian Bison, these bovines are surprisingly shy and swift, travelling in packs of 5 to 20 members.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Northern Pygmy Owl is a small owl native to North and Central America.

Northern Pygmy Owl Facts: Animals of North America

Though it is only six inches long, these diminutive birds are expert hunters with a taste for songbirds.

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Rock hyraxes are social animals, and are known to help each other keep an eye out for predators. Their range extends across much of Africa and the Middle East.

Rock Hyrax Facts: Animals of Africa

With two incisor teeth that stick out like small tusks, these social creatures have proven capable of surviving various harsh climates.

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Flightless birds, Emus are most notable for their shaggy feathers, ionic eyes, and remarkable running speeds.

Emu Facts: Animals of Oceania

These large flightless birds are effective runners and swimmers who are able to thrive in the various climates of Australia.

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Young harp seals, such as this one on a frozen expanse of the White Sea, are much lighter in color than their adult counterparts.

Harp Seal Facts: Animals of the Arctic

Able to keep warm through a thick coat of fur insulated by a layer of blubber, harp seals thrive best in the icy conditions of the Arctic.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Now an Endangered species, Asian Elephants, such as this one in Thailand, have long been important beasts of burden in Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent.

Asian Elephant Facts: Animals of Asia

Smaller and shorter than their African counterparts, Asian elephants are also highly intelligent and social mammals dangerously endangered today.

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Red-Tailed Hawk Facts: Animals of North America

These birds of prey make up for a slower flight speed with incredibly high intelligence and adaptability.

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A bearcat (or "Binturong") taking it easy. Bearcats are a Vulnerable species traditionally native throughout much of Southeast Asia.

Bearcat Facts - Animals of Asia

Also known as the Binturong, bearcats are nimble omnivores of the southeastern Asian jungles, but they are a vulnerable species today.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Massive aquatic mammals, male California sea lions can grow to lengths in excess of 7 feet, and their weights can approach 900 pounds.

California Sea Lion Facts: Animals of North America

One of five species of sea lion the zalophus californianus is coastal eared seal native to western North America.

April 25, 2017 12:31

A depiction of a Black-Footed ferret killing a Prairie Dog within its own burrow.

Black-Footed Ferret Facts: Animals of North America

Also referred to as a "Polecat", the black-footed ferret is an endangered member of the Weasel family.

April 25, 2017 12:31

A Guanaco stands by the waterside in the Patagonian steppes of Chile.

Guanaco Facts: Animals of South America

Unlike domesticated llamas, Guanacos are typically wild.

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The tiny Volcano rabbit, also known as the zacatuche or teporingo, is an endangered Lagomorph native to Mexico.

Volcano Rabbit Facts: Animals of North America

The endangered Volcano rabbit is endemic to the mountainous areas lying directly to the south of Mexico City.

April 25, 2017 12:31

From apperances in Aesop's Fables to Alice in Wonderland, the European Hare's widespread range has made it into a cultural icon throughout many nations.

European Hare Facts: Animals of Europe

Lepus europaeus is a member of the rabbit family (Leporidae), and is found native throughout much of Europe, as well as elsewhere as an introduced species.

April 25, 2017 12:31

The Black-footed cat (Felis nigripes) is one of the world's smallest felines.

Black-Footed Cat Facts: Animals of Africa

Among the different breeds of wild cats in the world, the black footed cat is the smallest.

April 25, 2017 12:31

Note the ribbed texture of the horns on these Wild Asian buffaloes in India's Kaziranga National Park. Males of this species can weigh up to 2,650 pounds.

Water Buffalo Facts: Animals of Asia

Wild Asian (Water) buffaloes (Bubalus arnee) are distinct from the domesticated Asian (Water) buffalo (Bubalus bubalis), and the African buffalo (Syncerus caffer).

April 25, 2017 12:31