Category: Chordata

Aspidoscelis tigris western whiptail

Aspidoscelis tigris

Posted by:admin Posted On:31 Jul 2024

Western Whiptail Taxonomy Common Names by Region Description Size: Typically 6 to 12 inches in length, including the tail. Body: Slender and elongated with smooth scales. Coloration: Varies; generally, a mix of green, brown, and tan with dark spots or

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: