Many frogs contain mild toxins that make them unpalatable to potential predators. Some of them, such as some poison dart frogs, are especially toxic. The chemical makeup of toxins in frogs varies from irritants to hallucinogens, convulsants, nerve poisons, and vasoconstrictors. Many predators of frogs have adapted to tolerate high levels of these poisons. Others, ... more.

Basking Shark image by chris gotschalk Basking sharks are social animals and form sex-segregated schools, usually in small numbers (three or four), but reportedly up to 100 individuals. Their social behaviour is thought to follow visual cues. Although the basking shark’s eyes are small, they are fully developed. They may visually inspect boats, possibly mistaking ... more.

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Description of the different Arctic tundra animals presented in this article should provide information about their characteristics, habitat and diet. Few of these creatures have become endangered owing to the effects of global warming and human interference in this region. It is therefore, important to protect the fragile ecosystem of tundra biome and the world ... more.

Myths about dogs can endanger your dog’s safety if believed and acted upon. Canine Kingdom exposes myths, old wives’ tales and methods of communicating with dogs that do not work. Canine Kingdom will further refine and massively communicate our knowledge base about dogs — so that an accurate understanding of dogs is clear, widely held, ... more.

It is better to keep in mind that although we love our pets and they are like our kids to us, they are still built differently from us, and need special care and grooming to keep them clean and hygienic. There are certain pathogens – viruses and bacteria – that love your pet almost as ... more.

Others prefer albino ferrets as domestic pets. The prime features of these ferrets namely red eyes and pink nose are what makes these pets visually different. Their white-colored coat is also much preferred by other ferret owners, all because they can be easily spotted in darkened rooms and spaces. Presently, there is no study or ... more.

From breeds that can sit comfortably in your lap to the true giants of the species, man’s best friend comes in all shapes and sizes. We are listing 10 of the largest dog breeds in world below. 1. Saint Bernard The average weight for this breed is up to 200 pounds. Their shoulder height ranges ... more.

Hibernation, also known as ‘winter sleep’, is a state of deep sleep or dormancy that an animal undergoes during the cold months of winter. During this phase body metabolism and heart rate of the animal go down drastically and the animal practically sleeps for various days to months. There are some animals that do not ... more.

Possibly the most interesting and cute aquatic mammal is the Dolphin.The Dolphin is a mammal with close association to the whale and porpoise. There are at least thirty seven species of dolphins in the world. The name ‘Dolphin’ may have come from the ancient Greek term ‘Delphis’,which means’with a womb’. Therefore, the meaning of the ... more.