On April 27, 2016, Congress, with bi-partisan support, named the American Bison as the official national mammal of the United States. Sadly, wild bison have been subject to cruel slaughter throughout the years decimating their numbers to near extinction. Conservation groups have been instrumental in helping to restore the bison to their native habitats. The […]
Norway is home to many wild animals. These include brown bears, squirrels, elks, lynx, hares and deer. The arctic regions of Norway are home to polar bears, arctic foxes and reindeer. Conservation 78 bird species, 44 fish species, 31 mammals and 5 reptiles are seriously endangered in Norway. The main culprit is land use such […]
A rat’s tail has other uses besides helping with balance. Rats regulate their body temperature with their tails which serve as heat loss organs. The tail contains many blood vessels, especially at mid-length and tip which help keep their body temperature at the right level. The process is called thermoregulation. If body temperature rises, the […]
