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What are some tips to finding macaws for adoption?

Petfinder.com also lets users search for rescue groups in general, so you can use it to find nearby bird rescues. Municipal animal shelters may be able to refer adopters to private rescue organizations, even if they do not currently have any birds available.\nCertain veterinarians are also a good source of information about birds in need of new homes. Some veterinarians specialize in birds or exotic animals in general, and can recommend rescues or other resources in the area.\nMacaws are difficult pets; spend time researching their care before beginning the adoption process. Adoption groups sc..

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Where do black widows live?

The female black widow is black with a red hourglass design on her back, while the male is a lighter color and has red or pink spots on his back. The female is about 1.5-inches long, about twice the length of the male. The black widow is the most venomous North American spider, but a bite from this spider does not usually cause death.

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What is the life cycle of brine shrimp?

Brine shrimp eggs hatch only when plenty of water is present and salinity is not too high. If the conditions are not right, the female deposits her eggs as cysts. These cysts are metabolically inactive and can remain viable for up to two years; some may be capable of hatching after 50 years. Once placed in water meeting their requirements, cysts usually hatch in a few hours, though some may need continuous hydration for at least 36 hours.

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What adaptations have pufferfish developed?

Though pufferfish have good eyesight and the ability to move each eye independently, they are clumsy and slow. When unable to escape pursuit, pufferfish employ the backup defense of their ability to inflate. Their toxicity is due to the presence of tetrodotoxin in their liver, ovaries, intestines and skin. Some species of fish such as sharks and lizardfish seem immune to the poison and eat pufferfish, but to humans, tetrodotoxin is 1,200 times as lethal as cyanide. One pufferfish carries enough poison to kill 30 humans and no antidote exists.

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What are some platypus facts for kids?

Besides its unique bill, the platypus has a coat of plush fur, a tail like a beaver's and webbed feet. The thick fur coat protects the platypus from the cold, keeping it warm even when it swims under water. Its tail is shaped like a paddle and helps with steering. The tail also holds stores of fat when food is scarce. The webbed feet of the platypus resemble those of an otter. The platypus uses the front feet to paddle through the water while the back feet help in steering along with the tail. When it moves on land, it curls its webbing under and walks on its knuckles.\nThe platypus lives..

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What do wild Siberian huskies eat?

Siberian huskies originate in the northern regions of Russia, Siberia, Alaska and Scandinavia. In these areas, food can be scarce and hard to find. Fish are a very important part of their diet, as they are widely available in these areas. Huskies prefer oily fish such as salmon. Other Arctic animals that are a part of their diet include caribou, seals and Arctic hares. These animals eat a lot of plants and vegetables, so the huskies also get vegetable nutrients from them. Huskies may even eat kelp, seaweed and algae when they can't find other food.\nBecause fish and other marine foods hav..

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What sound does a seal make?

The Weddell Seal has 34 different kinds of calls and can be heard for more than 15 miles underwater. Male seals use their sounds as a way to establish who will do the most mating in the group of seals, or harem. Males first create a low-frequency sound with a guttural noise. Then the males will sometimes engage in a bloody physical attack to determine who is dominant.The vocalizations made by mothers and their pups are important, as the pups learn to recognize their mothers and other seals through these sounds as well as sniffing. In the wild, there is often the threat of the mother and pup ge..

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What is fish farming?

Intensive aquaculture fish farming is technology-based, where farmers raise fish in tanks. Farmers must understand the water, oxygen and feeding needs of the fish species they are raising in order to reduce stress, control diseases and mortality and promote fish growth. Because fish growth is completely controlled, intensive farming results in high yields. Start-up costs are high for intensive fish farming, and the business requires a large labor force.\nExtensive aquaculture fish farming, also known as off-shore cultivation, is less work than intensive farming. The fish are kept inside enclos..

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What are some dog rescue organizations in Indiana?

ALL Creatures Matter Rescue in Westfield, Indiana rescues dogs from puppy mills and kill shelters and places them in foster homes. The organization rescues primarily small dogs but accepts large dogs if foster homes are available. ALL Creatures Matter Rescue serves all of Indiana and plans to expand to cats, birds and farm animals as of July 2015.\nThe All Things Dog Rescue and Adoption Center in Greenfield, Indiana accepts owner surrenders and rescues dogs from abusive or neglectful homes. The organization rescues primarily large dogs.\nWaldo's Muttley Crew in Indianapolis, Indiana, resc..

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Does a fire belly newt make a good pet?

A 20-gallon tank is adequate to house three to four fire belly newts. Although these amphibians are aquatic, they need a space such as a floating piece of wood or a smooth rock on which to rest. Large pieces of smooth gravel and plenty of live plants should line the bottom of the tank. The water should be filtered to help it stay fresh, and the room's temperature should be between 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. If the temperature is much higher, the newts may contract fungal infections. Only dechlorinated water should be used, and at least one-third of the tank water should be changed every..

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