Giraffes

Giraffes are among the most beloved and amazing wild animals you can see at just about any zoo.  Their sweet faces and seemingly peaceful demeanor endear them to our hearts.  If they weren't so huge, we would all want to take them home and keep them as pets.

Giraffes are the tallest living land mammal.  Some actually tower over the rest of the animal kingdom by measuring more than 19 feet in height.   Because of their great height, they can feed on new leaf growth in the top branches of trees which others simply cannot reach.

Their tremendous height, coupled with their excellent eyesight, gives them an even greater advantage.  They can literally see danger coming long before other animals, which allows them to clear the area before it arrives.

Somali Giraffes aka Reticulated Giraffes

The Giraffes Ossicone

Take a closer look at the introduction photo above.  It clearly shows what some refer to as horns on the top of the giraffes head.  They are not horns though, they are called ossicones.  Giraffes and Okapis are the only living animals that have ossicones, which probably explains why most would think they are horns.  We simply don't think ossicone when we see the protrusions on heads.   Ossicones are made up of cartilage, which is flexible connective tissue as opposed to bone which makes up horns or antlers.  Another major difference is that ossicones are covered with skin and fur, unlike a horn that is bare bone.

More Interesting Facts About Giraffes

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• Height Up to 19.5 feet
• Length of Body:  Up to 15 feet plus a 39" tail
• Weight:  Up to 2600 lbs.
• Excellent Eye Sight
• One of Two of the Only Animals that have Ossicones
• Running Speed Approx. 34 mph
• Sleeps Lying Down with Head on Hindquarters
• Food:  Leaves, Grass & Grain
• Life Span:  26 years in the Wild, 36 years in Captivity
• Habitat:  Open Woodland and Savannah
• Lives in Sub-Saharan Africa 
• Protected Species in Most Areas

Endanger Status -  Currently listed as "Least Concern" but population decreasing, with *3 Species Classified as Endangered

(*Endangered:  West African Giraffe, Rothschild Giraffe, & Nubian Giraffe)

 

A Giraffe Photo You Must See!

I love photographing the graceful giraffes!  It seems like almost anything they do makes me smile.  On this particular day, I noticed a spot on the giraffe's leg and got a little concerned.  The camera lens worked perfectly to zoom in and check it out.  I thought you might enjoy seeing what the spot on the giraffe's leg was too.

Giraffe Photo By Sylvestermouse

Close Up of the Spot on Giraffes Leg

 

Baby Giraffes are Always Fun

Like all babies, baby giraffes are exciting to see and fun to watch.

Baby Giraffe Photo by Sylvestermouse

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Harp Seals

Precious One!

 

Now I ask you, who wouldn't adore this cute and cuddly little ball of fur Harp Seal?  I simply love those small tuffs of fur that resemble eyebrows on this baby seal!

This is one of those creatures that just looks like they were made to love.  However, we better love them while they are young.  When Harp Seals are grown, they weight more than a baby elephant.

Of course, I love baby elephants too.  I just don't envision myself picking one up and giving it a hug.

The Harp Seal

 

The Harp Seal got its name because of the harp-shaped pattern on the dorsal side and flanks of the adult seals.  They spend very little time on land.  They prefer to be frolicking in the ocean.  Baby Seal (Nature Babies)Check Price

Because their coat color changes several times over the course of their lives, they have different names associated with them which describe their coat and reflects their age.

• Whitecoats: Birth to 2 weeks
• Ragged jackets: 2 to 4 weeks
• Beaters: 4 weeks to 1 year
• Bedlamers: 1 to 4 years
• Spotted harp: 4 to 7 years
• Dark harp: mature/adult

This little one looks so sweet and trusting

His innocent appeal just tugs at my heart

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A Few Facts about the Harp Seal

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Adult Length: 5 - 6 feet

Adult Weight: 400 lbs

Lifespan: 30 - 35 years

Eats Fish & Invertebrates

Lives in the Arctic and the northern Atlantic Oceans

Can remain submerged for up to 15 minutes

Due to public outcry, European Economic Community banned the import of whitecoat products in 1983

Hunting Whitecoats in Canada has been banned since 1987, but it is hard to enforce

Hunters/Sealers are pushing to have photographers banned from recording the hunt in Canada

In Greenland, Harp Seal hunting is unregulated

In Russia, the seal hunt, including baby whitecoats, is government subsidized

• Status: THREATENED 

 

Protecting the Harp Seal

Something I did not choose to cover in great detail is the hunting of Harp Seals.

If you would like more information on those statistics and how to help protect the Harp Seals, visit Harp Seals.org

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Key Deer

Endearing Florida Deer 

These precious deer, also known as the Toy Deer, were hunted to near extinction in the 1950's in spite of the fact that hunting was banned in the 30's.

Because of efforts to save these sweet creatures, their status has been raised to endangered. While that allows for a little sigh of relief, it is very little. The remaining numbers vary greatly depending on the source, but 800 was the highest estimate I could find during my research.

Some of these beautiful animals literally live their lives in the backyards of Florida Key residents.  They have very little fear of man which places them more at risk. Not because the residents intentionally harm them, but because deer and cars do not play well together.

The Toy Deer are so familiar with humans that it is not uncommon for them to eat right out of your hand even though it is prohibited by law.  I don't think the deer understand this law and it would be very hard to deny these sweethearts when they look at you with their big doe eyes that bid you to part with your cookie.

A Few Facts About the Key Deer

• Bucks Weight:  55 - 75 lbs
• Does Weigh:  44 - 64 lbs
• Height:  26 - 30 in. tall at the shoulders
• Lifespan:  Average 8 - 10 years
• Lives in the Florida Key
• Swims between the islands to find food and water
• Diet:  Over 150 plants.  Mangroves and thatch palm berries make up the most important part of their diet.

• ENDANGERED

 

National Key Deer Refuge

The National Key Deer Refuge was established in 1957 to protect and preserve Key deer and other wildlife resources in the Florida "Keys."

The refuge is located in the lower Florida Keys and currently consists of approximately 9,200 acres of land that includes pine rock-land forests, tropical hardwood hammocks, freshwater wetlands, salt marsh wetlands, and mangrove forests.

These natural communities are critical habitat for hundreds of endemic and migratory species including 17 federally-listed species such as Key deer, lower Keys marsh rabbit, and silver rice rat."

Information about the Key Deer Refuge is directly from National Key Deer Refuge website to ensure accuracy.

A Few Places that are Trying To Save the Key Deer

• Key Deer Protection Alliance
  "A group of citizens dedicated to protecting these endearing creatures."
• National Key Deer Refuge
  "Established in 1957 to protect and preserve Key deer and other wildlife resources in the Florida Keys."

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Mouse Lemurs

Source:  Grey Mouse Lemur: Duke Lemur Center

Little Lemur 

My favorite primate is the adorable little Mouse Lemur.

Whether it is because it is so small that it seems to cry out for protection; because of those cute little beady eyes or just because it carries the name "mouse," I honestly do not know.

I just know that I think these tiny creatures are precious. I have no doubt you will find them quite precious too when you read the facts about Mouse Lemurs.

Mouse Lemurs

There are 8 known species of Mouse Lemurs. I say "known" because there really is very little known about Mouse Lemurs. The Grey Mouse Lemur, shown above in the photo in the introduction, is the largest known Mouse Lemur. The Pygmy Mouse Lemur is not only the smallest Mouse Lemur, but it is also the smallest primate in the world.  Sadly, these little babies are on the endangered species list.

They live in groups that are primarily females and they eat fruit, insects, flowers, and plants. They are not easy to spot since they are so small and actually live in the trees.

Mouse Lemurs are a protected species, but they are still illegally hunted and captured for the exotic pet trade.

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Of course, everyone would like to have a little mouse lemur to love, but it is not in the best interest of the animal to remove them from their natural habitat. It is also illegal. This little plush animal offers a safe and happy way to bring home a Mouse Lemur!

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A Few Interesting Facts About A Mouse Lemur

• Weight: 1 - 4 ounces
• Length: 2 - 5 inches
• Life Span: 10 - 15 years
• Nocturnal
• Omnivorous
• Inhabit the island of Madagascar
• Endangered: Pygmy Mouse Lemur
 

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Mouse Lemur Coloring Pages

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The Beautiful Cheetah

Even though this glorious Cheetah is the fastest land animal, she is listed in the US Endangered Species Act as a threatened species.

Cheetahs as Pets 

These beautiful animals were once kept as pets by princes and kings, including Charlemagne.  Today, there are less than 13,000 wild cheetahs.

Cheetahs are Beautiful Cats

Because Cheetahs are tameable, they were once owned by kings and princes.  In ancient days, they were used during their hunting parties.  The cheetah would be blindfolded at the beginning of the hunt.  Once the dogs flushed out the prey, the blindfolds were removed and the cheetah were set free to hunt.  Thus, they have often been referred to as hunting leopards. 

Ownership of a cheetah was a bit of a status symbol for royalty in ancient times.  Often in Ancient Egyptian drawings and artwork, you will see a emperor, ruler or king pictured with a cheetah on a leash or in a hunting party.  It is believed that Akbar the Great of India kept a stable of 1000 cheetahs.

Cheetahs

Cheetahs are sleek, beautiful animals which are known for being the fastest land animal.  They can run up to 70 miles per hour.  A cheetah can accelerate from 0 to 64 mph in 3 seconds, therefore he is easily able to out run a gazelle or other prey.  Due to the high infant mortality rate and being hunted themselves, cheetahs are considered vulnerable or threatened on the endangered species list.  There are less than 13,000 cheetahs left in 25 African countries.  Although there are some zoos who have been successful, Cheetahs are extremely difficult to breed in captivity which will further exacerbate their critical status.

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A Few Facts about Cheetahs

• Height:  2½ to 3 feet
• Weight:  110 - 140 lbs.
• Life Span:  Up to 12 years
• Top Running Speed:  70 mph
• The name cheetah comes from an Indian word meaning "spotted one."   Nickname: Hunting Leopard
• Lives In:  Parts of eastern, central and southwestern Africa and a small portion of Iran
• Threatened or Vulnerable status on the Endangered Animals list

Cheetahs are in a Classification All Their Own

The beautiful Cheetahs are in a classification of their own because they have non-retractable claws without sheaths of skin.  They have very small heads and teeth.  The Cheetah's teeth are too small and their jaws are too weak to deliver a death bite.  They must suffocate their prey and are often so tired after the battle that they must rest before they can eat.  Unfortunately, a Cheetah's food is often stolen by more aggressive carnivores. 

The Spotted One

Cheetah is an Indian name which literally means the "spotted one".  We can easily see why she was named Cheetah, but have you ever heard a Cheetah roar?   Think about it.  We expect to hear wild cats roar, but the Cheetah does not roar.  No, she cheeps or chirps.  She literally does not have a roaring bone in her body.

For that reason, the Cheetah is not classified as a "big cat".  Big cats roar.  Therefore, the cheetah is scientifically classified as a small cat even though most of us would still consider them big cats.

 

Listen to a Cheetah Chirp

While you may have heard a Cheetah growl or purr, you will not hear a Cheetah roar, simply because it can not roar like other wild cats.  The cheetah has a one-piece hyoid bone in the throat.  A two-piece hyoid bone is required to roar.

Mother cheetahs communicate with their young by chirping.  Click here to hear the cheetah chirp.  You will be surprised by how much she sounds like a bird.  Seriously, if you heard this sound in a grassy area, I doubt you would feel inclined to run away. 

The Cheetah's Distinctive Marking

As you can see in the photos, Cheetah's have lovely tan coats with black spots and very distinct tear stripes from the corner of their eyes and down the side of their nose, just like the tracks of tears.

When I look at this magnificent creation, I can't help but consider that tear stripe and feel the moisture of my own tears over her endangered status.

To lose such beauty in this world, will indeed, be a great tragedy.  

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Poison Dart Frogs

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I am surrounded by Poison Dart Frogs!
When my son was just a little fellow, he adored Poison Dart Frogs. He has Dart Frog books, plush Dart frogs, plastic Dart Frogs, shirts with Dart Frogs and he even has Dart Frogs painted on his bedroom wall.  The only Dart Frog we don't have, is a live Poison Dart Frog.

However, there is always the zoo and we used to spend countless hours in the Herpetarium.

The Poison Dart Frog pictured here, is one of our favorites in our local zoo.

About Poison Dart Frogs 

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These beautiful, brightly colored frogs are not always poisonous as their name would suggest.  Captive bred Dart Frogs are not poisonous while a wild Dart Frog is poisonous.

The difference is in what they eat. When they eat ants, centipedes or mites then they retain their meal's poison which in turn makes the Dart Frog poisonous to a potential predator.

Several chemicals from some these frogs are currently in experiments for use in medicine. It is hoped that their secretions can be developed as muscle relaxants, heart stimulants and appetite suppressants.

There is even one painkiller that is 200 times stronger than morphine, but has dangerous side effects.

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A Few Interesting Facts about Poison Dart Frogs

 

A few of my son's frogs on his bedroom shelves

• Length: .59 in to 2.4 in.

• Weight: approx. 2 - 8 grams

• Lifespan: 1 - 3 years

• Lifespan in Captivity: up to 10 years

• More than 100 species varying in color & pattern

• Named Dart Frogs because their toxins were used by American Indians on the tips of their blow-darts.

• Live in the tropical environments of Central and South America

• Many species are CRITICALLY ENDANGERED

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Klipspringer Antelope

This little dwarf antelope is rather endearing!  He moves up and down rocky terrains with gentle ease and has a rather majestic baring in spite of his size.

Because of his ability to traverse rocky areas with speed, he is often able to outrun and out-maneuver predators.

Klipspringer Antelopes often remain perfectly still for long periods of time and we often overlook them simply because they blend into their surroundings so well.

Their hoofs are like two tiny rubber toes which are delicate in appearance, but quite rugged in reality.  Those hooves allow them to jump and bound freely through rocky areas and truly "stop on a dime" with perfect balance.



Klipspringer Antelope Fast Facts

The Klipspringer Antelope stands approximately 20" tall.
 
Body Length up to 3 feet long.

Weights about 24 - 29 lbs.  The Female is heavier.

Small pointed horns approximately 4" long.  Usually only the males have horns.

Herbivores that eat only leaves, fruits, berries, seeds, succulents, and grass.

Requires only the water from food sources.  Does not need a separate water source.

Indigenous to Central and Eastern Africa 

Pairs mate for life and live in permanent territories.

Families consist of both parents and their lambs.  Only 1 lamb is born after a 7 month gestation time.

For the first few months of life, lambs stay where they were born, which is usually in a secluded alcove for protection from predators.  

Lambs stay in a family group with their parents up to a year.

The Klipspringer Antelope is Home on His Rock!

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African Lion

Writing about African Lions is bittersweet for me.  They are one of my favorite big cats, but that is mostly because of my love for one African Lion in particular.  My adoration of him now extends to all African Lions.

The African Lion in the photo is Fred, the lion that I loved.  He endeared himself to me years ago by simply roaring.

That is right!  I was visiting one day when he looked straight at me and let out a roar that rocked the entire Memphis zoo.  I was immediately captivated by his voice and his beauty.

If ever there was a male that had a beautiful body, it was Fred.   His lioness, Savannah, obviously agreed with me.  Although, I have seen the loving couple "argue" on more than one occasion and there is nothing more frightening than a lion fight.

Fred died at the ripe old age of 20 in November, 2010, but he will long be remembered as a most majestic beast!

Facts about African Lions

 

Photo of Fred and his lioness, Savannah

In the wild, African Lions only live for 10 to 14 years.  However, like Fred, an African Lion in captivity can actually live for longer than 20 years.

A full grown African Lion can measure up to 8 ft. long with an additional 3 ft. of tail.

A male African Lion can weigh up to 500 lbs. and the female can weigh up to 300 lbs.

Most people are surprised to learn that the African Lion is actually nocturnal, or perhaps more accurately, crepuscular, and they will sleep most of the day.

Lions have retractable claws and a rough tongue that actually helps them skin their prey quickly.

  

The Lion Mane

 

A male African Lion is easily identifiable by his gorgeous mane. You can also tell a great deal about the lion by his mane. Only an adult male has a full mane and the healthier lion will have a darker mane.  This is something female lions know instinctively.  They actually prefer a male with a thick, dark mane.  

The African Lions mane encircles his head and extends down his chest.

 

Fred & Savannah

 

Status of the African Lion Today

Savannah

Even though the Memphis Zoo has acquired 3 lion cubs, Savannah does not interact with them.  As a matter of fact, she is actually out in the main Cat Country area alone at certain times each day.  

It is rather sad to see her there alone.

Update:  Savannah died on March 12, 2015.  She, too, will be missed.

Savannah:  Born ~ June 18, 1994
                    Died ~ March 12, 2015


 
The African Lion is listed as "vulnerable"on the Endangered Species List.

More About African Lions

It is important to teach our children about animals. The vulnerable, threatened, and endangered animals survival will depend on the generations following us and their understanding of the importance of preservation of life.  

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Sensational Zebra

The beauty of a Zebra simply cannot be denied. From the tips of their dainty keen ears to the tip of their bushy tails, they are a beautiful play of pattern and elegant design.

As in so many things in nature, we can see God's artistic hand in the coat of the zebra. Like fingerprints, each zebra has its own distinctive pattern of black and white stripes.

The pattern of their coats serve as camouflage and helps to hide them from potential attackers, The pattern seems to shift and move when a zebra runs, making it difficult for the pursuer to keep track of its prey as it blends with the natural light and shadows of their surroundings.

The Zebra's Coat

That gorgeous coat has attracted a different predator.  Sadly, these beautiful creatures are hunted for their skins.   Although the plain, common zebra is plentiful in our world, the larger Grévy's zebra and the mountain zebra are endangered and that is partly due to being hunted by man.

I simply cannot help but wonder why.  With so many gorgeous faux furs available, why must man continue to kill the magnificent beast that walks with such gentle beauty and runs with such enviable dexterity.  A true natural beauty to behold, whether walking, running or just standing still, and we should treasure them as a rare gift.

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Facts About Zebra 

 

Zebras usually live in small herds, or families. There is one dominate male Zebra, or stallion, and several mares with their foals.  It won't surprise you to hear that Zebra herds are often referred to as "harems."

Once the male foals reach maturity, they leave their family in order to start their own herd.  They acquire mares for their own herds by fighting other males for access to the females.  And thus, the circle of life begins again.

Zebras can live up to 40 years and they reach maturity at 3 years of age.  A full grown common male zebra can weigh up to 750 lbs and stands approximately 8 1/2 feet tall.  One really cool fact, is that Zebras sleep standing up.  I'm not sure why that intrigues me so much, I just think it is really cool.

Zebras live in Africa and while we often see them photographed grazing in grasslands, they are in fact, not scientifically defined as grazers.  They are actually known as "browsers", a much less commonly known term for animals who eat a variety of leaves, berries, buds, fruits and even bark from trees or shrubs.

Status of The Zebra Today

At the time of the publishing this article, the Grévy's zebra and the mountain zebra are both listed on the US Fish & Wildlife Services Endangered Species List.
 

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The Giant Panda

 

Panda's are among everyone's favorite animals and easily their favorite bear. 

 
In spite of their popularity, the Panda is one of the most endangered animals alive today.

Estimates vary between 1000 to 3000 Pandas are surviving in the wild and approximately 150 in zoos across the world. Regardless of which study you reference, what is clear is that they are all sadly very low numbers.  

Where Can You Find Giant Pandas

Giant Pandas are found in the wild primarily in China where, in spite of their efforts to protect them, Giant Pandas have been put at risk by poachers, as well as the ever expanding encroachment on their domain.  However, another major contributing factor, is their own very low reproductive cycle. A female Panda only gives birth every 3 or 4 years. While she usually will have 2 cubs, only one will survive.

An adult Giant Panda will only raise 5 - 8 cubs in her entire lifetime.

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Interesting and Fun Facts About the Giant Panda

One great scientific debate over the years has questioned whether the Giant Panda should be classified as a bear or a raccoon.

A mature Giant Panda can be up to 6 feet tall and weigh as much as 250 lbs. 

Even though a Giant Panda has a carnivore digestive system, Bamboo is 99% of their daily diet. 

The Giant Panda has an elongated wrist bone that serves like a thumb to grasp and hold his food. 

The Life of a Giant Panda

The life expectancy of a Giant Panda is 35 years. 

In spite of their adult weight, a newborn cub only weighs 3 - 4 ounces.  A cub's primary source of food is their own mother's milk for the first year.  

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Giant Panda Appearance

The Giant Panda is easily recognizable by adults and children alike due to their gorgeous black and white fur.  Because of their gentle appearance and shy demeanor, we do not fear the Giant Panda like we do other bears.  In fact, we frequently would like to reach out and hug this big, beautiful bear.

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