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There are over 20,000 species of bees, but the best known come from the honey bee family. They can be found in all habitats that contain flowering plants, which means that they populate every continent on Earth, except for Antarctica. Due to the fact that bees feed on plant nectar and pollen, they play an important role in pollinating plants. They also produce honey for human consumption and beeswax, which has many important uses. One of the most interesting things about bees is the swarming behavior that often occurs around spring. If you have ever wondered why bees exhibit this swarming behavior continue reading to find out.

Frogs are found all over the world, apart from some isolated islands and Antarctica. There are more than 5,000 known species of frogs and many species can be found in tropical rainforests. They are amphibians that begin life as tadpoles in the water and undergo metamorphosis to become an adult frog. They are well known for their ability to jump and the croaking noise they make. If you have ever wondered why they make this noise, keep reading to find out.

There are over 70 species of whales in the world today. Although each species has a different distribution, whales can be found in every major ocean of the world. They were extensively hunted for their oil and meat, but commercial whaling has been banned since 1986. This means that many species of whales are on the endangered or threatened species list. This is one of the reasons why scientists, and environmentalists alike, are concerned when whales beach themselves.

Dolphins are mammals that are found throughout the world’s oceans. They are majestic creatures that are believed to be one of the most intelligent species of animals. They have a long history in human folklore, including stories about dolphins guiding lost sailors home. Dolphins are best known for their aerial displays as they jump out of the water in the wild or to impress the crowds at aquariums all over the world. If you have every wondered why dolphins jump out of the water, keep reading to find out.

The Moose, also known as the Eurasian elk, is the largest member of the deer family. They are native to parts of North America, Europe and Asia. Hunting and habitat destruction has limited their range, but they are not considered to be a threatened species. The male moose, called a bull, are well-known for their impressive set of antlers. These antlers are a popular trophy for hunters. What many people don’t realize is that moose shed their antlers every year.

You may have noticed that your pet dog sometimes eats grass. This may even be followed by vomiting. This behavior has long been a mystery to experts and pet owners alike. Even today we are not completely sure why dogs eat grass, but there are three main theories to explain this behavior.

Wallabies are a small marsupial that are very closely related to the kangaroo. There are about 30 species of wallabies and at least three species are endangered. Just like kangaroos, wallabies carry their young in a pouch. During this time the young wallaby is referred to as a “joey.” The name wallaby comes from an indigenous Australian tribe called Eora. Continue reading to find out the habitat and distribution of the wallaby.

Orangutans are a type of great apes that are considered to have a high level of intelligence. There are two separate species of Orangutans. They have reddish-brown hair, which is unique amongst the species of apes. Another unique feature to Orangutans is their long arms. Their name comes from the Malay language and means “person of the forest.” They are one of the only animals to use tools and are known to make sleeping nests from branches each night. Continue reading to find out where these magnificent creatures live.

Salamander is the common name for about 500 species of amphibians. Generally speaking, they can be identified by their long tails, slender bodies and short noses. They are a small animal and most species are between 10-30 cm in length. Most adult salamander species live near water and some species are fully aquatic. The characteristic that they are most well known for is the ability to regenerate lost limbs and some other body parts. If you have ever wondered where these unique creatures live, read on to find out.

Snails are a member of the gastropod family (the same family the slugs belong to) that have coiled shells for protection. There are thousands of species of snails and they range in size from the very tiny to more than 35cm long. They are well known for traveling very slowly with a wave like movement of their “foot.” Most species of snails are nocturnal and are vegetarians, although some species are omnivorous or carnivorous. Most snails are edible and it is believed that they were widely eaten by many civilizations for centuries. Interestingly, the majority of snails in the world are marine snails.