Have you ever wondered if we use the word “boar” the same way a veterinarian, a farmer, or a hunter does? In this article, we explore the question: Is a Boar a Male Pig? We’ll examine what veterinary and agricultural sources have to say. This includes the Merck Veterinary Manual and the USDA. We’ll also … Read more
Do koalas really sleep a lot, or is this just a myth? We explore this question to see if it’s true. It helps us understand the real facts about koalas, not just the cute pictures we see. By “love to sleep,” we mean they sleep a lot and prefer resting in trees. Studies show this … Read more
Ever wondered whether an ox is a cow, a bull, or something else? An ox is a large bovine used primarily for work. It is usually a male that has been castrated, making it unable to breed. This is done because castrated males tend to be strong, calm, and capable of working for long periods. … Read more
Imagine a bird as small as a thumbnail that can fly faster than a car. It can also drink nectar like a tiny vacuum and sleep to save energy. All in just one day. In this article, we explore what makes hummingbirds special. We look at their anatomy, behaviour, ecology, and their connection to people … Read more
Which Kind of Animal is a Fox? Simply put, a fox is a small-to-medium-sized mammal. It belongs to the Canidae family, which includes dogs, wolves, coyotes, and jackals. Most foxes seen in parks and suburbs are from the genus Vulpes, known as “true foxes.” But there are other genera too. Each has its habits and … Read more
Can Hippos Survive in India? This question sits at the intersection of curiosity, science, and policy. I set out to explore whether hippos could survive in India by analyzing their habitat requirements, India’s climate, and the challenges they might face. This discussion is timely due to growing global interest in relocating animals, expanding wetlands, and … Read more
Have you ever paused at a marsh and wondered, “How does a heron eat?” A great blue heron can so calmly turn a splash into dinner that it seems almost effortless. We will explore “how does a heron eat?”, examining heron eating habits across freshwater marshes, coastal estuaries, and upland wetlands around the world. Herons … Read more
Ever wondered if the famous black-and-white Giant panda lives in Indian forests? Or if India has a different panda family member? Giant pandas (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) are found in Central China, mainly in Sichuan, Shaanxi, and Gansu. They don’t live naturally in India. But India is home to the Red panda (Ailurus fulgens) in the eastern Himalayas. This includes Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, and West Bengal. This difference is key for those asking, “Are pandas found in India?”, “Pandas in India”, or “Where are pandas found?”. We’ll use IUCN range maps, … Read more
What are the facts about dolphins? Could they be more like us than we realize, and what might that mean for ensuring their protection? We start with dolphin facts from trusted sources like NOAA and the Smithsonian. Dolphins are mammals that live in water, breathe air, and are warm-blooded. They give birth to live young and nurse them with milk. Lifespans and sizes vary. Some dolphins live 20–60 years. Their body length can be … Read more
Have we been thinking about wolves all wrong—are they distant cousins of our dogs or secret relatives of cats? This question is more than just curious. It impacts biology, pet ownership, conservation, and our perception of species that roam wild across North America and Eurasia. To answer “Is a wolf a dog or a cat?” clearly: Wolves belong to the family Canidae, not Felidae. They are most closely related to … Read more