Pets and Animals

Refine Search

Where do crab spiders live?

Crab spiders have been found in marshes, swamps, forests, tropical regions and the desert. They have flat bodies with eight legs. Two of those legs are usually longer. The spiders generally only live for a year but can live longer in warmer weather. Crab spiders spend most of their time alone looking for prey. Their venom can paralyze their victim very quickly. They are not poisonous to humans and will not usually bite. They eat other insects, making them beneficial to have around.

Continue Reading

Why do you never see baby pigeons?

The common pigeon is a feral bird, meaning that it derives from domesticated pigeons that escaped and returned to the wild. Both domestic and feral pigeons derive from the wild rock dove, a bird that nests on high sea cliffs. City birds nest in abandoned buildings, under bridges, on rooftops and even on window ledges. They are highly gregarious and form flocks of 50 to 500 birds.\nBoth parents incubate the eggs and care for the chicks for about 30 days. By then, the fledglings are ready to leave the nest and begin foraging for themselves. While the month-old bird looks nearly identical to the ..

Continue Reading

Why won't my kitten eat?

Hypoglycemia is a deficiency in blood glucose and is especially common in kittens under 3 months of age because they are still developing, Pet Place reports. At this age, they cannot yet regulate their own sugar levels. Other issues can exacerbate this illness, such as stress and parasites. Other symptoms of hypoglycemia that owners need to be aware of include loss of appetite, listlessness, awkward movements, seizures, weakness and coma. The first step for treatment is for owners to see a veterinarian. The second step is to treat the cause of the hypoglycemia, which means dealing with the psy..

Continue Reading

What are some examples of monotremes?

Monotremes lay eggs rather than give birth but produce milk from mammary glands and have hair as do all other mammals. They also have other common mammal characteristics including four-chambered hearts, single lower jaw bones, sets of three middle ear bones and the ability to regulate their own body temperature. Evolutionary biologists believe that their ancestors diverged from those of other mammals about 220 million years ago.

Continue Reading

What is some important information to know about Boxer dogs?

These muscular, square-headed dogs are often mistaken for pit bulls. Unlike pit bulls, however, Boxers are believed to be a cross between Mastiff-descended Bullenbeisers, now extinct, and English Bulldogs. Like its Mastiff ancestor, the Boxer is strong-willed and is more likely to restrain than to attack. Its short nose and short hair are from its bulldog ancestors, making it intolerant to high heat and more suitable as an indoor pet. Boxers, like bulldogs, are also prone to drooling, wheezing, snorting and snoring.\nAnother important piece of information on Boxers is that despite their short ..

Continue Reading

Why is my dog losing his hair?

WebMD describes the process of dogs shedding fur, which is worse during spring and summer, as a normal process for most breeds, as they shed their excess or old fur. Hair loss in dogs, or canine alopecia, presents in a variety of ways and is a cause for concern, according to MedicineNet, which also states that hair loss appears as bald spots, in patches, generalized across large areas of the body or in one or two localized spots.\nAccording to MedicineNet, allergies are a very common cause of hair loss in dogs. Dogs can potentially suffer from a range of allergies, including food allergies, en..

Continue Reading

What is a red eye tetra?

Red eye tetras have a silvery body with a gold tint to it and transparent fins. Red eye tetras are a very hardy fish in the aquarium setting, making them an appropriate choice for the beginner pet fish owner. These tetras can be found in clear water rivers of South America, especially in Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay and Brazil.

Continue Reading

How many miles per hour can a cheetah run?

Cheetahs are carnivores, meaning they rely on meat to survive and remain healthy. Wild cheetahs live mostly in Africa, but there are small populations in the Middle East as well. Males can grow up to 4.5 feet tall and weigh up to 143 pounds, with females being smaller on average. In the wild, cheetahs have a lifespan of 10 to 12 years. Only approximately 10,000 cheetahs still exist in the wild, as of 2014.

Continue Reading

How long can a snake survive without food or water?

Snakes can go many days without eating and prolonged months during brumation, an inactive state similar to hibernation. The sea snake lives in saltwater but can only tolerate drinking fresh water, which is only available after rainfall in ocean water "lenses." The sea snake can live through dehydration for 7 months without drinking. Snakes can survive a body water content that would kill a human and many other animals.

Continue Reading

How can you determine a dog's personality?

If a dog appears overly timid, it may lack a strong sense of self. In some cases, this trait indicates prior abuse. These dogs are easily overwhelmed by other pets or young children, and may creep along on their bellies or arch their backs in a submissive fashion. Alternatively, more independent, self-assured dogs typically alternate successfully between play with others and healthy alone time.\nSome researchers suggest specific tests to evaluate adult canine personalities. For instance, try rolling the dog onto his back. If the dog refuses, he may be exhibiting anything from a dominant will t..

Continue Reading
Showing 2671 to 2680 of 10000 (1000 Pages)