January 12, 2017

Sumatran Tiger

Sumatran tigers are the smallest of the tigers. Unfortunately, all subspecies of tiger are endangered (and three already are extinct)...

January 12, 2017

Schmidt’s Guenon

Guenons are a diverse group of Old World monkeys, characterized by enormous cheek pouches that they stuff with food opportunistically...

January 12, 2017

Ring-tailed Lemur

Ring-tailed lemurs are named for the distinctive, alternating black-and-white bands along their tails. They reside in southern and southwestern Madagascar...

January 12, 2017

Oberhasli Goat

The breed was originally developed in Switzerland and, though relatively rare in the U.S., remains highly sought after for its...

January 12, 2017

Nubian Goat

This breed was developed in England when British goats crossed with bucks of African and Indian origin. Goats were among...

January 12, 2017

Nigerian Dwarf Goat

Goats were among one of the very first domesticated animals and have been part of human life as companions and...

January 12, 2017

Naked Mole Rat

The appearance and habits of the naked mole rat enthrall scientists and observers alike. Naked mole rats are eusocial mammals,...

January 12, 2017

Malayan Sun Bear

These highly arboreal bears have exceptionally long claws and tongues to help them forage for honey, insects, and other small...

January 12, 2017

Kunekune Pig

Pigs were among one of the very first domesticated animals, and they have been part of human life as companions...

January 12, 2017

Gulf Coast Native Sheep

Among sheep breeds, these sheep are particularly robust in hot and humid climates such as the Gulf Coast of North...

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