Fish and Amphibians

black caiman :: Article Creator Gordon Ramsay Voyages Deep Into The Rainforest Of Guyana In the Amazon Basin, Gordon finds a wealth of opportunities to create his spin on traditional Guyanese cuisine. Chef Delven Adams works on his ginger and coconut-cream green long beans while Gordon Ramsay checks his chicken pepperpot and pan-seared caiman tail. National Geographic/Justin Mandel Sitting in a boat at night on Guyana's Rewa River, Gordon Ramsay scans the darkness with his headlamp for the telltale orange eyeshine of a spectacled caiman. These crocodilians are smaller than their black caiman relations, but can still measure up to 8 feet long. Once he spies one, Ramsay and guide Rovin Alvin must get out of the boat and wade through the water to catch it by hand. "Make sure you shuffle your feet, because stingrays are here," says Alvin. "But don't shuffle them too much now, to attract the piranhas,&

the family pet boutique :: Article Creator Pet-friendly Hotels Pets are part of the family, and travelers can expect their furry friends to be greeted with a warm reception at dog- and cat-friendly hotels around the world. Intimate boutique hotels and grand luxury resorts alike welcome pets with in-room extras, like a plush bed or food and water bowls, and animal-centric amenities such as dog-and-human spa treatments, pet concierges, or special room-service menus. It may cost a little extra — every hotel's pet policy is different — but we can all agree the additional fees are worth it for your companion to be treated like royalty. Meet The Curator(s) Of This Charming Grayling Boutique A weary, rundown storefront in Grayling awaited its next adventure. To the Podjaskes, it shimmered with potential. This article first appeared in Traverse Northern Michigan. Find this story and more when you explore our magazine library. Want Traver

koala animal :: Article Creator Grim Statistics On Koala Survival Odds Records of koala admissions to veterinary hospitals in South East Queensland show euthanasia was the most common outcome, according to University of Queensland research. The research was published in Society and Animals. Ph.D. Candidate Renae Charalambous and colleagues at UQ's Faculty of Science analyzed the records of more than 50,000 koala sightings and hospital admissions between 1997 and 2019. "Diseases like chlamydia make up almost 30 percent of vet hospital admissions, followed by a multitude of threats stemming from habitat loss, including dog attack and motor vehicle strike," Ms. Charalambous said. "Only 25 percent of koalas rescued and admitted to hospital went on to be released into suitable habitat. "Many of the animals died before arriving at a vet hospital and those that did make it were often euthanized on the grounds of welfare,

tangerine leopard gecko :: Article Creator Web-Footed Gecko Common Name: Web-Footed Gecko Scientific Name: Palmatogecko rangei Average Life Span In The Wild: 5 years Size relative to a teacup: IUCN Red List Status:? Not evaluated Least Concern Extinct Current Population Trend: Unknown The ghostly web-footed gecko is nearly translucent with a pale, salmon-colored undertone and light-brown stripes. Their color provides perfect camouflage among the powdery reddish sands of the Namib Desert, their primary habitat. Desert Adaptations These geckos have adapted their webbed feet not only to help them stay atop, but to bury beneath the dunes of the Namib Desert. Strictly nocturnal lizards, they spend the day in self-dug burrows and emerge at night to feed. Their bloodshot-looking eyes are massively oversized to help them detect prey, which includes crickets, grasshoppers, and small

healthiest dog breeds :: Article Creator 7 Dog Breeds In The Snoring Hall Of Fame WorldAnimalFoundation.Org is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn More Dogs love their naps, but not all of them sleep peacefully. Some dogs snore loudly, and this can often be linked to their anatomy. In most cases, dog snoring is completely normal and nothing to worry about. For instance, dogs that sleep on their backs may have their tongues block part of their throats, leading to that familiar snoring sound. Certain medications, pollen allergies, dust, or even secondhand smoke can also cause sinus issues that lead to snoring. Breeds with shorter snouts, like brachycephalic dogs, are particularly prone to this. If your dog is happy, healthy, and full of energy, snoring might just be a sign that they're enjoying life! Now, let's meet some of the dog breeds that are known for their snoring

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