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According to studies, Mississippi became an ocean during the late Mesozoic and early Cenozoic eras. Warm, tropical seas used to exist on the southern lands of Mississippi. Until now, no dinosaur fossils have been discovered in Mississippi, but many fossils of mollusks, invertebrates, bony fishes, and prehistoric sharks were discovered. During this period, prehistoric whales were considered the largest animals. Here are six extinct animals in Mississippi: 1. Basilosaurus The Basilosaurus cetoides, which means “king lizard,” is a genus of large prehistoric predatory whales....

Let’s jump right into the ten largest and most magnificent cats in the world! #10 Caracal (Caracal caracal) Although the caracal cat is the smallest cat on the list, it is a stealthy hunter of Africa and Southwestern Asia, not to be underestimated. This graceful and skilled climber is an opportunistic predator eating anything from birds and rodents to domestic cats and dogs. Caracal comes from the Turkish word karakulak, meaning “black ear,” characterizing the nearly 2″ black tufts on the tips of the cat’s ears....

Louisiana boasts numerous productive national wildlife refuges, wetlands, barrier islands, and pinewoods that birds call home. It encompasses enough diversity to make it one of the most rewarding birding destinations in the United States. Here are 10 types of hawks you are most likely to come across in Louisiana. 1. Broad-winged Hawk Broad-winged hawks are medium-sized raptors that reside in Louisiana year-round. They derive their name from the distinctive broad and slightly pointed wings....

The 7 Largest Animals in North Dakota When we consider the largest animals in North Dakota, we’re not going to stick to one particular group of creatures. Instead, we’re going to cast a wide net and talk about fish, mammals, and other kinds of creatures. That way, you can come away from this article knowing about a variety of the largest animals that call this state home. 1. Paddlefish The paddlefish is the largest fish in North Dakota....

There are several different shark species in Georgia. And seeing massive sharks in the state is not surprising, considering some of the largest sharks in the world can only be seen at the Georgia Aquarium in the United States. The Georgia Aquarium is home to a wide variety of rare types of sharks, including hammerheads and whale sharks. The largest fish known to have ever lived in the water call the aquarium home....

1. Zebra Longwings Eat Pollen Lots of people believe that all butterflies eat pollen as well as sip nectar. This is untrue. As far as biologists know, the zebra longwing butterfly is one of the few butterflies that actually eat pollen. It sticks its proboscis into the flower and moves it around to make sure that the pollen sticks to it. The butterfly’s saliva allows the pollen to be instantly digested, which frees up amino acids, the building blocks of protein....

Comparing Bluefin Tuna vs Big Eye Tuna Bluefin tuna and bigeye tuna are both highly migratory and have a similar appearance. However, when we talk about bluefin tuna we’re actually not talking about just one species. This is because there are three species of tuna which are known as bluefin tuna – Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus), Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis), and Southern bluefin tuna (Thunnus maccoyii). Of these the Atlantic bluefin in classed as an endangered species, while Southern bluefins are critically endangered....

Remember that there are several bullfrog and toad species, so it’s a little hard to make sweeping generalizations. That being said, we’ve come up with concepts that hold up well across the various species. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the major differences between these animals. Comparing a Bullfrog and a Toad The 5 Key Differences Between a Bullfrog vs Toad The greatest differences between a bullfrog and a toad include their skin texture and morphology....

In this article, we will address all of the differences between caimans and crocodiles, including their diets, lifespans, and appearance. By the end of this article, you should feel confident in your knowledge of these two carnivores. Let’s get started! Comparing Caiman vs Crocodile Key Differences Between Caiman vs Crocodile There are many key differences between a caiman vs crocodile. Caimans are smaller than crocodiles as a whole, with a U-shaped snout compared to the V-shaped snout of a crocodile....

Comparing a Cat and a Raccoon What Are Key Differences Between a Cat and a Raccoon? The key differences between a cat and a raccoon are their size, senses, and predatory behaviors. Raccoons are bigger than cats. Most house cats only weigh between 7lbs and 10lbs, grow 10 inches tall, and measure 30 inches in length. However, raccoons can weigh upwards of 20lbs, stand 12 inches tall, and grow 40 inches in total length....

Comparing a cattalo and a beefalo The key differences between a cattalo and a beefalo The key differences between cattalo and beefalo are genetics, appearance, population, and breeding programs. Cattalo and beefalo are both comical names made up of combining the words “cattle,” “beef,” or “buffalo” into various mashups. Both names are occasionally used interchangeably, although there are some differences between them. Cattalo is a loose term that can reference any cross between a cow and a buffalo (American bison), while beefalo is a specific reference to a recognized cow-buffalo hybrid....

Comparing a chickadee and a sparrow The 6 main differences between a chickadee and a sparrow The main difference between a chickadee and a sparrow is that chickadees are smaller, live exclusively in North America, and create food caches for the winter. Sparrows are larger, live all over the world, and have more elongated bodies. Chickadees are members of the Poecile genus, a group of birds that can be found all over the world....

Curious to find out more about this fascinating parrot? We’ve got the rundown on how long cockatoos live as well as tips on how to extend their lives as a pet. The Average Cockatoo Lifespan The average cockatoo lifespan is 20 – 40 years in the wild. However, in captivity, cockatoos have been known to live much longer. Their average lifespan in captivity is anywhere between 50 – 70 years....

Their vibrant colors also serve a purpose: most brightly-colored frogs are poisonous. Their colorful skin warns off predators who might try to eat them otherwise. It’s kind of funny that these frogs look so stunning to us since it’s the opposite of evolution’s intent! Luckily, it still does its job of warding off predators in the wild. Here are the top 12 prettiest frogs in the world. 1. Blue Poison Dart Frog These frogs are bright blue with dark eyes....

Typically these two apex predators live and hunt in different areas of the world. In the United States, for example, orcas mainly live along the west coast, while great white sharks are more common along the east coast. However, the tides might be turning for our two apex predators. This summer a large orca was spotted in Cape Cod, an area typically booming with great white sharks. Could New England waters soon host a great white vs....

Among the many birds of prey that inhabit California are a dozen species of hawks. The state offers different birding hotspots for watching hawks and other bird species. From the forests and the rocky shores of the north to the mountains of the east, you will be able to catch at least sight of a variety of hawks within the state. Below, we have listed 14 types of hawks you can find in the state of California....

The oldest chimpanzee, Little Mama, potentially lived into her mid-eighties—we can’t be positive of her age, since her exact birthdate was never recorded. Joao might be as old as Little Mama was when she died, and is still alive today—meaning he might take her record as the oldest chimp to ever live! What’s for sure is that Joao is the oldest known chimp alive today. In this article, we’ll talk about the oldest chimps ever recorded....

As a result of all of this fascination with bees, it’s natural to become curious about some of their more biological activities. It turns out that bees are hygienic, even cleaning each other like cats. So, do these clean creatures poop? We’ll discuss their excretions as well as some other common questions that arise when looking for defecation information. Do Bees Poop? Yes, bees poop. However, bee poop looks a lot different than human poop....

How Big are Blue Whale Babies? Maybe you have swam with dolphins or at least seen one at a zoo or aquarium. Adult bottlenose dolphins, the most common dolphin, are around 8-10 feet long and weigh 300-650 pounds. So are baby blue whales as big as adult dolphins? Turns out, they are way bigger! Baby blue whales are 22-24 feet long and weigh around 6,000 pounds when they are born! That is twice as long as an adult dolphin and 10x heavier or more!...

There are so many new things to learn about baby sugar gliders! Let’s jump into six awesome facts and some adorable pictures! #1: A Baby Sugar Glider is Called a Joey! Baby kangaroos are called joeys which is commonly known, but did you know that all marsupials call their babies joeys? The sugar glider is indeed a marsupial, so a baby sugar glider is also called a joey! A group of sugar gliders is called a colony and colonies are common because sugar gliders are very social animals....