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As we join the scene, five female lions are interacting with Eduardo Serio, the zookeeper at a big cat zoo in Mexico City. His bond with the relaxed lions is clear from their body language. They adopt playful and relaxed postures, laying on their backs and exposing their bellies. Eduardo can even gently beat out a rhythm on a lion’s rib cage as she lounges on the grass. Meanwhile, Aztlan the tiger is resting close by and appears to be guarding the touching scene....

The answer is not much. Coachwhip snakes are all the same species and have a lot of similar characteristics. There are 6 different kinds (subspecies) of coachwhip snakes in the United States and Mexico, and all are nonvenomous. The other 4 that we aren’t bringing to the table today are the Baja California coachwhip, the Sonoran coachwhip, the San Joaquin coachwhip, and the red coachwhip. Coachwhips are known to inhabit northern Mexico and the southern United States from the Pacific to the Atlantic....

What is a social spider? When we generally think of spiders, we think of creepy, solitary insects that live in webs in the dark spaces of the attic. While that is true, it isn’t the whole story. Most of the spiders that people in the western world encounter are known as solitary spiders, but an entire group of spiders exist that live, hunt, and create massive webs together. These groups of spiders are known as “social spiders....

We’re going to explore the most common foods eaten by humpback whales along with how they find their food and whether they pose a threat to humans on the open seas. What Foods Do Humpback Whales Eat? Humpback whales eat plankton, fish, and crustaceans. They are omnivores that eat animals and plant matter as part of their diets. These massive creatures must consume a lot of food each day as part of their extensive diet....

Which Beach and State Have the Most Shark Attacks? The beach with the most great white shark infestation on earth is definitely New Smyrna Beach in Volusia County, Florida, but why? Shark attacks are rare, but when they happen, they can cause quite a shock. There are about 70 unprovoked shark attacks a year, and most of them are in the United States. Only a small percentage of attacks are fatal....

What is the widest point on the Colorado River? What is the narrowest part? Where does the river start and end? In this article, you’ll find the answers to these questions and more! Where is the Colorado River Located? The Colorado River is located between the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. This long river drains a vast, arid watershed that runs through seven U.S states namely – California, Colorado, Arizona, Utah, Wyoming, New Mexico, Nevada– and two Mexican states....

When enough precipitation falls from the sky, the ground can’t absorb it. The excess water is pulled by gravity from a higher elevation to a lower elevation down mountains, gradients, and slopes. Almost all streams and rivers are made by this type of water runoff, though some are sourced from glaciers or springs. Often, precipitation will gather and form a lake at a higher elevation. A resultant river emerges when the lake goes beyond capacity regularly, which releases water downhill....

Here’s why flies are so important. What Is A Fly? Flies are insects. They belong to the Diptera order. Diptera is ancient Greek for di (two) and pteron (wing). They have two wings to fly, but also a second set of wings that act as rotational rudders. Their wings allow them to perform acrobatics and why it’s so difficult to catch them. Flies are found in the fossil record from 250 million years ago....

8 Birds With The Biggest Talons Here’s our list of the top birds with the largest talons: Harpy Eagle The harpy eagle is a black, white, and gray-feathered neotropical species. It possesses big, 5-inch talons bigger than a grizzly bear’s claws. With talons as big as that, the harpy eagle remains at the top of the food chain. It can bear a weight larger than its body, with the capacity to lift monkeys and crush a human’s arm....

This 34-second clip, uploaded on YouTube by jrepnin, shows us a terrifying glimpse of a great white shark casually strolling through the waters of a salt pond in Massachusetts. At the start of the video, it seems like a big fish until it swims in the direction of the cameraman, and there it is, quickly identified as a great white shark stuck in a pond. While an encounter with a great white shark sounds frightening, the shark in this video was swimming peacefully and never dared to attack the cameraman....

Regular exercise and mental stimulation are important for keeping any dog healthy and happy. Dog parks are filled with other friendly dogs ready to play, and some may even have agility structures like tunnels or ramps in them. Each dog park is different, but the rules usually found posted outside of each dog park do their job to create a consistent experience for everyone. Let’s take a look at 2 of the best dog parks in Corpus Christi and what can be found in each of them....

If you want to take your fishing experiences to the next level, this article is for you. We’ll help you discover the best fish to catch while you’re in Connecticut. We’ll also give you a few pro-angling tips! So, read on to learn the 5 best fish to catch in Connecticut this summer. 1. Striped Bass Some of the common names for the striped bass include rockfish, striper bass, and plain striper....

Overheating can be a severe condition in dogs, leading to heat stroke, exhaustion, and even sudden death. This is the main reason why you should know where the best dog parks in Glendale are. The list below will help you decide whenever you feel like indoors is just too hot for your dog. These are the dog parks that you should keep in the back of your head! 1. Sahuaro Ranch Dog Park Sahuaro Ranch Dog Park is located in the park with the same name....

The Largest and Smallest Moose Subspecies Found widely across North America, there are four recognized subspecies of moose on the continent – Eastern, Western, Alaskan, and Shiras. The Shiras moose is the smallest subspecies, while the Alaskan is the largest and is found in Alaska and western Yukon. The main differences between the subspecies are location and size. The Shiras moose is found in British Colombia, Canada, Wyoming, Montana, Colorado and Idaho....

1. Saltwater Crocodile Saltwater crocodiles are found in saltwater environments and brackish wetlands. They can be discovered from India’s east coast to northern Australia and Micronesia. The saltwater crocodile is the world’s largest reptile, reaching lengths of over 23 feet (6.5 m) and weighing over 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg). A crocodile this big can eat almost anything that gets too close, although saltwater crocodiles specialize in drowning terrestrial species like birds and mammals....

It’s important to note that there’s a difference between venomous and poisonous spiders. Venomous spiders can produce and directly deliver their own toxins through their fangs, while poisonous spiders contain toxins in their tissue, which is dangerous to any creature that ingests it. This poisonous substance is sometimes acquired from the environment or their diet rather than produced directly. All of the spiders on this list generally deliver venom through their fangs....

Who doesn’t know the legend behind the suspicious ebony cat? Or the feline who happens to try and cuddle with your feet while you’re walking down a flight of stairs? (Is that cat trying to trip you a la Twilight Zone so it can get its paws on your estate?) Never let their beauty fool you either. The black-footed cat is as adorable as a newborn kitten, but you don’t want the animal in your house!...

A pair of dogs joined their owners during an afternoon excursion into the desert of South Africa. One was a greyhound, while the other was a Saluki. On their trip, they were tasked with taking down one of the fastest animals in the world – a gazelle. If healthy and developed, Salukis can run as fast as 42 mph and travel two to three miles quickly. Greyhounds are commonly regarded as the fastest dog breed....

Ready to learn more about the birds of prey that call New York home? Keep reading here to meet them! 1. Broad-winged Hawk Despite being named the broad-winged hawk, this type of hawk in New York is actually small and compact. At only around a pound heavy, they’re only the same weight as a shoe or a jar of peanut butter. Out of all the Buteo hawks, which includes the red-tailed hawk and the red-shouldered hawk, the broad-winged hawk is the smallest....

Amazing creatures like octopuses employ camouflage to catch prey and hide from predators. Octopuses have excellent vision, which they use to blend in with their surroundings. These animals are able to conceal themselves in several different ways. A video on YouTube shows just how incredible it is when an octopus hides in plain sight on the ocean floor, within reefs, and more. Octopuses employ a disguise to alter the appearance and texture of their skin....