Animals

Tuesday, 2 June 2026
15 facts about fleas
15 facts about fleas
External parasites
Fleas are one of the most hated insects by pet owners. Once they find their way onto a dog or a cat, they are very hard to remove. Reproducing at a ve ...

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Northern pike
They exhibit cannibalistic behavior.
At about five weeks of age, the first signs of cannibalism may appear if there is not enough food av ...
Tasmanian devil
They are active at dusk and at night.
They go out foraging then, seeking both live prey and carrion. They often eat in groups of 2 to 5 individuals. They spend their days in bushes or burrows.
Otters
Giant otters can swim at a top speed of 14 kph.
Maine coon
They are one of the most common examples of polydactyl cats.
Approximately 40% of Maine coons carry the polydactyly gene. However, breeders are actively taking steps to remove this harmless genetic anomaly.
Common Surinam toad
Its coloration does not attract special attention. It is usually yellow or olive-gray.
The skin on its back is spongy and wrinkled with dark spots and tiny warts.
Sloth
Sloths are excellent swimmers.
It is essential during the periodic flooding of large rivers. They can last up to 40 minutes underwater without taking a breath.
Manatees
Manatees of the family Trichechidae, also known as sea cows, are marine mammals.
They represent three of four species in the order Sirenia. Manatees occupy a special place in the ec ...
Crested gecko
Crested geckos do not have external ears.
They can hear, however, and are extremely sensitive to loud sounds.
Hippopotamus
Two modern living species can be distinguished within the Hippopotamidae family - Choeropsis liberiensis, called pygmy hippopotamus, native to the forests and swamps of West Africa, and Hippopotamus amphibius, also called common hippopotamus, native to sub-Saharan Africa.
French Bulldog
French Bulldogs are considered one of the best breeds to have around children.