American coot (Fulica Americana) size is about 32–37 cm; in length with a wingspan of 60–70 cm. The American coot is a transatlantic vagrant that closely resembles Eurasian Coot....
Family: The slaty-backed thornbill (Acanthiza robustirostris) belongs to the family Acanthizidae in the order Passeriformes.
Identification: Both adult sexes...
Order Testudines, Family Emydidae
The Eastern Box Turtle is the most terrestrial of the Emydid turtles, having close-fitting shells that have allowed them to adapt...
In the cold depths of Russia's northeastern Chukotka region. Magadan-based photographer Ivan Kislov captures stunning, colorful signs of life in the snow through his...
The Green Frog (Rana clamitans) is usually found near shallow fresh water throughout much of eastern North America. Order Anura, Family Ranidae. These are typical...
Extinction Insight: The Great American Interchange
After their discovery by Europeans in 1492, North America and South America became collectively known as the Americas, or...
Where do Snapping Turtles live?
Snapping turtles are among the largest freshwater turtles. They are characterized by large heads with powerful, hooked jaws. There are...