Category: Chordata

Rana sylvatica wood frog

Rana sylvatica

Posted by:admin Posted On:23 Jul 2024

Wood Frog Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Size: Adults typically range from 3.5 to 7.6 cm (1.4 to 3 inches) in length. Coloration: Usually brown, tan, or rust-colored with a distinctive dark mask extending from the nose through the

Ardea herodias great blue heron

Ardea herodias

Posted by:admin Posted On:18 Jul 2024

Great Blue Heron Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: The Great Blue Heron is a large wading bird notable for its slate-gray body, long legs, and S-shaped neck. Adults typically measure between 97–137 cm (38–54 inches) in height and have

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:

Sceloporus undulatus Eastern fence lizard

Sceloporus undulatus

Posted by:admin Posted On:3 Jul 2024

Eastern fence lizard Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description The Eastern Fence Lizard is a medium-sized lizard with a rough, spiny appearance. It typically measures 4.0 to 7.5 inches (10 to 19 cm) in length. The lizard exhibits a range

Eastern Red-Backed Salamander Plethodon cinereus

Plethodon cinereus

Posted by:admin Posted On:28 Jun 2024

Eastern Red-Backed Salamander Taxonomy Common Names by Region DescriptionThe Eastern Red-Backed Salamander is a small, lungless amphibian typically measuring between 2.3 to 5 inches in length. This species exhibits two distinct color morphs: the “red-backed” morph, characterized by a straight-edged

northern cardinal seed sharing with its mate

Cardinalis cardinalis

Posted by:admin Posted On:21 Jun 2024

Northern cardinal Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: Known Range: Diet: Breeding: Lifecycle:

Zebrasoma flavescens yellow tang

Zebrasoma flavescens

Posted by:admin Posted On:18 Jun 2024

Yellow tang Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: The Yellow Tang is a vibrant, lemon-yellow marine fish that is easily recognizable due to its striking color and distinctive body shape. It has a laterally compressed body with a continuous dorsal

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:


Plestiodon laticeps

Posted by:admin Posted On:7 Jun 2024

Broadhead Skink Taxonomy: Common Names: Physical Description: Known Range: Habitat: Prefers forested areas with plenty of leaf litter and fallen logs. Also found in urban areas, gardens, and near swamps and rivers. Diet: Breeding: Lifecycle: Conservation Status:

Ploceus bojeri golden palm weaver

Ploceus bojeri

Posted by:admin Posted On:4 Jun 2024

Golden Palm Weaver Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description Known Range Habitat Acanthurus olivaceus typically inhabits reef flats, lagoons, and outer reef slopes. They are found at depths ranging from 1 to 50 meters but are most commonly observed at