Animals

Dogs tend to be poisoned because they often bite or lick cane toads. Exposure to the toxin can cause drooling, loss of coordination, head shaking and convulsions.

The oryx is a mammal of the antelope subfamily (Antilopinae) within the bovid family (Bovidae). It i ...

It was endemic there, as was its cousin the solitary drontium (Pezophaps solitaria) from the neighbo ...

It ranges from yellow to red-orange with distinct black stripes. Their bellies and head sides are white.

Initially, their musculoskeletal system was adapted for terrestrial bipedal saltation, common among marsupials. They are capable of climbing trees up to 1,5 meters.

They have short, columnar legs that resemble the feet of an elephant.

Their diet consists of small animals found on or under the sand. The typical meal comprises ray-finned fish, crustaceans, snails, shrimps, and worms.