Wildlife Deep Dives

Spotted Seals Are Found in North Pacific Waters

Spotted Seals Are Found in North Pacific Waters

Spotted Seals are gray and have dark spots. They are about 4.5 to 5.5 feet long and can weigh up to 250 pounds! These animals are part of the pinniped group – which also includes sea lions and walruses.
by OBDKon March 29, 2023
A Lion's Roar Can Travel 5 Miles!

A Lion's Roar Can Travel 5 Miles!

Lions are also one of the only social cats. The majority of cats are solitary, but lions live together in prides. They will claim territory in grasslands, savannas, or even woodland habitats. They’re usually found in Africa, but they were once found in Europe and Asia.
by OBDKon March 22, 2023
Deep Dive: Red-breasted Sapsuckers

Deep Dive: Red-breasted Sapsuckers

Red-breasted Sapsuckers live in the western regions of the United States and Canada. They stand about 8 inches tall and have a wingspan up to 16 inches long. They can be found in riparian woodland and coniferous forests.
by OBDKon March 20, 2023
Maned Wolves Are Not Really Wolves

Maned Wolves Are Not Really Wolves

These wolves are very tall, and they have red fur with a black mane. They live in South America, in countries such as Argentina, Peru, Brazil, and Paraguay. They live in what’s called the Cerrado – it’s a biome that has a variety of habitats like grasslands, savannas, and forests.

by OBDKon March 15, 2023
Deep Dive: Ladder-backed Woodpeckers

Deep Dive: Ladder-backed Woodpeckers

Ladder-backed woodpeckers stand about 7 inches tall and can be found throughout the southwestern regions of the U.S. and down into Central America.They look very similar to Nuttall’s woodpecker and Gila woodpeckers – which we spoke about last week. 
by OBDKon March 13, 2023
There Are 19 Species of Serval

There Are 19 Species of Serval

Servals are cats that live in over 30 countries in Africa. They weigh around 33 pounds and tend to be around 30-40 inches long. They have long legs, which help them cross through the tall grasses in their habitats and capture prey easily. 

by OBDKon March 08, 2023
Deep Dive: Gila Woodpeckers

Deep Dive: Gila Woodpeckers

Gila woodpeckers are about 8-10 inches tall and weigh 3.5 ounces. They are loud birds and are found in desert habitats. They like to nest in saguaro cactus and mesquite trees. Within the United States, you can find them in California, Nevada, Arizona, and New Mexico. Outside the United States, they can be found in Central Mexico.

by OBDKon March 06, 2023
How Animals Communicate with Each Other

How Animals Communicate with Each Other

Communication is imperative for animals. It helps them establish their territories, find a mate, and work together. There are four main ways animals communicate with each other: visual, auditory, chemical, and tactile.

by OBDKon March 01, 2023
Deep Dive: Great Spotted Woodpecker

Deep Dive: Great Spotted Woodpecker

They stand 8-10 inches tall and weigh about 3 ounces. They have a wingspan of 16 inches. In the wild, they can live between 5 and 7 years. These birds are white and black, and males stand out from females because they have a red nape.

by OBDKon February 27, 2023
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