Category: Mammalia


Connochaetes taurinus albojubatus

Posted by:admin Posted On:21 Jan 2026

Eastern White-Bearded Wildebeest Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description Physical Characteristics The Eastern white-bearded wildebeest is a large, powerfully built antelope distinguished by its heavy forequarters, sloping back, and robust neck. Adult males are noticeably heavier and more muscular than


Dasypus novemcinctus

Posted by:admin Posted On:8 Jan 2026

Nine-banded Armadillo (taxidermy) Taxonomy Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: MammaliaOrder: CingulataFamily: DasypodidaeGenus: DasypusSpecies: Dasypus novemcinctus Common Names by Region North America: Nine-banded armadilloUnited States (Southern): ArmadilloLatin America: Armadillo de nueve bandasScientific Community: Dasypus novemcinctus Description Size & Build:Medium-sized armored mammal with an


Orangutan

Posted by:admin Posted On:23 Dec 2025

Pongo pygmaeus Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description The Bornean Orangutan is a large-bodied great ape characterized by long reddish-brown hair, highly mobile shoulder joints, and exceptional upper-body strength. Adult males may develop prominent cheek pads (flanges) and a throat


Akita (American Akita)

Posted by:admin Posted On:6 Dec 2025

Taxonomy Kingdom: AnimaliaPhylum: ChordataClass: MammaliaOrder: CarnivoraFamily: CanidaeGenus: CanisSpecies: Canis lupus familiarisBreed: American Akita Common Names by Region North America: American Akita, Akita, American Akita DogJapan / International Kennel Community: American Akita (to distinguish from the Japanese Akita Inu)Working & Show

Odocoileus virginianus White-tailed deer decomposing

White-tailed deer decomposing

Posted by:admin Posted On:14 Feb 2025

White-tailed deer decomposing Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description Known Range Habitat & Ecology Behavior & Social Structure Conservation Status Additional Notes

3 Giraffa camelopardalis Northern giraffe standing in a clearing with a lush green background

Giraffa camelopardalis

Posted by:admin Posted On:4 Jan 2025

Northern Giraffe Taxonomy Common Names by RegionNorthern Giraffe, Nubian Giraffe, Kordofan Giraffe, West African Giraffe Description Known Range Care Requirements (for conservation and captivity) Conservation Status Additional Notes

Acinonyx jubatus soemmeringii Cheetah a mated pair of cheetah laying in the low grass enjoying a shade tree on a sunny day.

Acinonyx jubatus soemmeringii

Posted by:admin Posted On:1 Jan 2025

Northeast African Cheetah Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description Known Range Behavior and Ecology Conservation Status Additional Notes Maintenance Level: High—requires vast, undisturbed habitats with ample prey and minimal human interference for successful conservation. This majestic subspecies of the cheetah

Osphranter rufus red kangaroo

Osphranter rufus

Posted by:admin Posted On:6 Aug 2024

Red Kangaroo Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Size: Males can reach up to 1.8 meters (5.9 feet) in height and weigh up to 90 kg (198 lbs), while females are smaller, typically reaching 1.1 meters (3.6 feet) and weighing

Bison bison American bison

Bison bison

Posted by:admin Posted On:12 Jul 2024

American bison Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Known Range: Diet: Breeding: Lifecycle:

Bassariscus astutus ring-tailed cat taxidermy

Bassariscus astutus

Posted by:admin Posted On:13 Jun 2024

Ring-tailed cat taxidermy Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Known Range: Diet: Breeding: Lifecycle: