Monday, November 4, 2013

Fennec Fox







- The fennec fox or fennec is a small nocturnal fox found in the Sahara of the North Africa
- Its most distinctive feature is its unusually large ears, which serve to dissipate heat
- The fennec is the smalles species of canid in the world
- The fennec has a life span of up to 14 years in captivity


Sunday, November 3, 2013

Spotted Genet




- Genet is a mammal related to civets and linsangs
- This species is sometimes kept as an exotic pet in the United States and Asia

Saturday, November 2, 2013

Squirrel Monkey



- Squirrel monkeys live in the tropical forests of Central and South America in the canopy layer.
- Their tail is not used for climbing but as a kind of balancing pole and also as a tool.
- Their movements in the branches can be very rapid. 

Friday, November 1, 2013

Slow Loris




- Primate that can be found in South and Southeast Asia
- They are found in India, China (Yunnan province), Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, Bangladesh, Burma, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, Brunei and Singapore
-There are currently eight recognized species

Thursday, October 31, 2013

Pygmy Goat



- Pygmy goats often kept as pets, though also work as milk producers and working animals
- Can adapt in variety of climate
- Originated from West Africa.
- They enjoy having items to jump on and may be able to leap onto small vehicles

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Bengal Cat



- The Bengal cat is a hybrid breed of domestic cat
- The crossing of domestic feline with an Asian Leopard Cat
- It has wild looking appearance
- The Bengal Cat is usually either classed as brown spotted or snow spotted