Taxonomy is the study and practice of classification. The method relies on categories that start broad and divide the group with further smaller groups, until a single object is in its own group. For example, a couch is a specific…
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The tiger (Panthera tigris) is found across the Asian continent. These solitary creatures are known for their large body structure, red/orange coat, often striped with black, and their ability to roar. However, compared to many other creatures, these magnificent beasts…
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Many animals and insects have built-in compasses, honey bees are one of them. Magnetism or propioception is the term used to describe the use of tiny receptors in the honey bees neck. Besides helping him to find his way home,…
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Wildflowers always provide a beautiful, colorful display, no matter where you see them. Piper’s Harebell (Campanula piperi), also called Piper’s Bellflower or Scottish Bluebell, is found in both alpine and subalpine habitats of the northern hemisphere. Also native to wooded…
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Some of the most interesting material that animal behaviorists study is the interaction between members of the same species. The study of social grouping is an important task of any behaviorist. They must understand the reasons why a creature might…
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Wild anise is native to North Africa, western Asia and the eastern Mediterranean, but, over time, has been introduced into most areas of the world. In the United States, wild anise is often seen in fields, along roadsides, or as…
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Until recently, it was believed that only primates and ravens could use gestures (the equivalent of sign language in the animal kingdom) to help one another hunt. Now, researchers have discovered that at least two types of fish, with very…
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Orchids are quite a diverse and beautifully group of flowering plant. Orchids typically require specific conditions in order to grow and can be found in small or large numbers in their habitats. There are many species of orchid and many…
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The charming Queen Anne’s lace is a commonly seen roadside wildflower, but there is nothing commonplace about this herbaceous biennial. It has an interesting history as a food plant and medicinal herb, and is useful as a cut flower and…
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Sweet woodruff, or Galium odoratum, loves to grow in the shade. It thrives so much so that it rapidly takes over an area. As is suggested by its species name, odoratum, sweet woodruff emits a sweet aroma. Sweet woodruff has…
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