Quail: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Coturnix coturnix (Common Quail) Common Name: Quail Family: Phasianidae Habitat: Grasslands, agricultural fields, scrublands, and woodlands Diet: Seeds, berries, insects, and plants Lifespan: 2 to 3 years (in the wild) Conservation Status: Least Concern (Some species are endangered or threatened) Introduction Quail are small, […]

Pronghorn: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Antilocapra americana Common Name: Pronghorn Family: Antilocapridae Habitat: North American grasslands, shrublands, and deserts Diet: Grasses, forbs, and shrubs Lifespan: 10 to 15 years in the wild Conservation Status: Least Concern (although some local populations may face threats) Introduction The pronghorn, often referred to […]

Prairie Dog: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Cynomys Common Name: Prairie Dog Family: Sciuridae (Squirrel Family) Habitat: North America (mainly the Great Plains) Diet: Grasses, seeds, roots, and some insects Lifespan: 3 to 5 years in the wild, longer in captivity Conservation Status: Least Concern (though some species are threatened […]

Porpoise: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Phocoenidae (family) Common Name: Porpoise Habitat: Coastal waters and shallow seas around the world Diet: Fish, squid, and crustaceans Lifespan: 8-15 years depending on species Conservation Status: Varies by species (some are endangered) Introduction Porpoises are small to medium-sized marine mammals that belong to […]

Platypus: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Ornithorhynchus anatinus Common Name: Platypus, Duck-billed Platypus Habitat: Freshwater rivers, lakes, and streams in eastern Australia and Tasmania Diet: Invertebrates, small fish, worms, crustaceans Lifespan: Around 10 years in the wild Conservation Status: Near Threatened (IUCN) Introduction The platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) is one of […]