Coyotes (Canis latrans) represent one of the most common types of wildlife in the United States. They are established and have thriving populations in all 48 lower (contiguous) states, and made their...

There are over 3,000 catfish species in the world belonging to over 40 taxonomic families. Every species, though, shares a distinct feature: the “whiskers” that give them their catlike...

Alligators are large fearsome animals that primarily live in the swamp. They have sharp teeth and strike their prey quickly, but did you know alligators are also stealthy jumpers? Alligators are...

Anteaters are famous for their distinctive long snouts and sticky tongues. After all, it’s those very features that allow them to easily work into ant and termite nests and eat their prey.  At...

Armadillos are small land mammals, native to South America. These animals are most well-known for their armor. In every armadillo, that armor is made of layers of keratin (like those in your...

Tigers are large and impressive animals. They are the largest living cat species.  Tigers can weigh up to 660 pounds, which makes them even more impressive knowing they can jump very...