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Wrasse
A wrasse is a family of marine fish native to the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans. They usually inhabit coral reefs and rocky shores. There are about 500 species of wrasse (making it the second largest fish family) and most of them are brightly colored. They are carnivores and feed on a variety of invertebrates. […]
Clumber Spaniel
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: France, England Group: Sporting, Gun Dog Height: males 19-20 in., females 17-19 in. Weight: males 70-85 lbs., females 55-70 lbs. Life span: 10-13 yrs. Trainability: moderate Good with children: yes Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Clumber Spaniel? In the 1800s Clumber Spaniels were prized […]
Measuring a Horse’s Height
A horse’s height is measured by the number of hands from the ground up to the withers. The horse’s withers are the top of the shoulder at the highest point, between the neck and the back. The agreed upon measurement of the hand is equal to 4 inches. Historians believe this measurement may date back […]