Ferret: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Mustela putorius furo Type: Mammal Family: Mustelidae Lifespan: 6 to 10 years (in captivity) Conservation Status: Least Concern Size: 18 to 24 inches (45 to 60 cm) in length, including the tail Weight: 1 to 4 pounds (0.45 to 1.8 kg) Habitat: Domesticated (originally native to Europe and parts […]

Falcon: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Falco species Type: Bird of prey Family: Falconidae Lifespan: 10-15 years in the wild Conservation Status: Varies by species (Some species are Least Concern, others like the Peregrine Falcon were previously endangered) Size: Varies by species (Typically 12–20 inches in length) Wingspan: 2.3 to 3.5 feet (0.7 to 1.1 […]

Emu: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Dromaius novaehollandiae Type: Bird Family: Casuariidae Lifespan: 10–20 years in the wild Conservation Status: Least Concern Height: 5.9 to 6.6 feet (1.8 to 2 meters) Weight: 90 to 130 pounds (40 to 59 kg) Habitat: Australia (found across most of the continent) Introduction The emu is the second-largest bird […]

Elk: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Cervus canadensis Type: Mammal Family: Cervidae Lifespan: 10-13 years in the wild Conservation Status: Least Concern (with some local threats) Size: 4.5 to 5 feet (1.4 to 1.5 meters) at the shoulder Weight: 500 to 1,100 pounds (225 to 500 kg) Habitat: North America, parts of Europe, and Asia […]

Elephant: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Elephantidae Type: Mammal Family: Elephantidae Lifespan: 60–70 years in the wild Conservation Status: Vulnerable to endangered (varies by species) Size: 8.2 to 13 feet (2.5 to 4 meters) tall Weight: 5,000 to 14,000 pounds (2,268 to 6,350 kg) Introduction Elephants are the largest land animals on Earth, known for […]

Eel: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Anguilliformes (the order of eels includes various species) Type: Fish Family: Various families, including Anguillidae (for true eels) Conservation Status: Varies by species, with some considered endangered (e.g., European eel Anguilla anguilla) Lifespan: Eels can live for 6-20 years depending on the species. Introduction Eels are slender, elongated fish […]

Eagle: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Aquila chrysaetos (Golden Eagle is one of the most famous species) Type: Bird of Prey Family: Accipitridae Conservation Status: Least Concern (for most species) Lifespan: Typically 20-30 years in the wild, some species can live even longer in captivity. Introduction Eagles are large birds of prey belonging to the […]

Duck: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Anas platyrhynchos (for the Mallard, one of the most common species) Type: Bird Family: Anatidae Conservation Status: Least Concern (for most species) Lifespan: Typically 5-10 years in the wild, though some can live longer in captivity. Introduction Ducks are waterfowl that belong to the Anatidae family, which also includes […]

Dove: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Columbidae (family) Type: Bird Family: Columbidae Conservation Status: Least Concern (most species) Lifespan: Typically 1-3 years in the wild, though some can live up to 15 years in captivity Introduction Doves are small to medium-sized birds in the family Columbidae, which also includes pigeons. They are recognized worldwide for […]

Donkey: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Equus asinus Type: Mammal Family: Equidae Conservation Status: Least Concern (domesticated) Lifespan: Typically 25-30 years (can live longer with proper care) Introduction The donkey (Equus asinus) is a domesticated mammal that belongs to the Equidae family, which also includes horses and zebras. Known for their sturdy build, patient demeanor, […]