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Llamas
Llamas have been domesticated practically longer than any other animal in the world. More than 5,000 years ago, in the South American Andes Mountains, with their agile, padded feet, llamas were used to carry loads over difficult trails. Four species form what is called New World Camelids – llamas, alpacas, guanacos and vicunas. Along with […]
How Birds Safeguard Their Nests
In an experiment using zebra finches which are native to Australia, scientists at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland discovered some interesting choices made by the birds. Zebra finch males are the ones that build the nests. Choosing 21 birds, the researchers wallpapered the walls of their enclosure with blue, pink or yellow pastel […]
Reading Shelter Cage Cards
You’ve done your research and you’ve found the pet that’s right for you. You’re ready to head out to the shelter to look for your best pal. When you arrive at the shelter and shown to the area where the cages are, you will see, attached to each individual cage, a “cage card” that will […]