Category: Mammalia

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:

Macaca fascicularis Long Tailed Macaques with baby macaque

Macaca fascicularis

Posted by:admin Posted On:10 Apr 2024

Long-Tailed Macaques Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Long-Tailed Macaques are medium-sized primates characterized by their long tails, slender bodies, and expressive faces. They have short, dense fur that ranges in color from brown to grey, with lighter underparts. Their

Vulpes vulpes fulva Eastern American red fox taxidermy

Vulpes vulpes fulva

Posted by:admin Posted On:7 Apr 2024

Eastern American Red Fox taxidermy Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Vulpes vulpes fulva, commonly known as the Eastern American Red Fox, is a subspecies of the red fox native to North America. It features: Known Range: The Eastern American

Loxodonta africana African bush elephant

Loxodonta africana

Posted by:admin Posted On:6 Apr 2024

African bush elephant Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: The African bush elephant (Loxodonta africana) is the largest land animal on Earth. It possesses a massive body with thick, wrinkled gray skin, large ears, and long, curved tusks. Adult males,

Erethizon dorsatum North American porcupine taxidermy

Erethizon dorsatum

Posted by:admin Posted On:3 Apr 2024

North American Porcupine taxidermy Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: The North American Porcupine, Erethizon dorsatum, is a large rodent characterized by its unique coat of sharp quills. It has a robust body covered in quills ranging in color from

Sylvilagus floridanus Eastern cottontail rabbit

Sylvilagus floridanus

Posted by:admin Posted On:31 Mar 2024

Eastern Cottontail Rabbit Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Known Range: Diet: Breeding and Lifecycle: Note: The Eastern Cottontail Rabbit is a common and widespread species valued for its role in ecosystems as a prey species and seed disperser. Despite