Wildlife Deep Dives

Golden-Fronted Woodpeckers

Golden-Fronted Woodpeckers

*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*   Golden-Fronted Woodpeckers can be found in Texas and...
by OBDKon December 26, 2022
A Dog's Paws Help Regulate Temperature

A Dog's Paws Help Regulate Temperature

Paws are really important for animals – especially for dogs. They help protect them from the surfaces they stand on, help them balance, and navigate the world. 
by OBDKon December 21, 2022
Deep Dive: Downy Woodpeckers

Deep Dive: Downy Woodpeckers

If you have any birds that come to your backyard, you’ve probably seen a Downy Woodpecker. These woodpeckers are both the most common and smallest species of woodpecker in the region of North America.
by OBDKon December 19, 2022
Non-Native Species Can Be Good

Non-Native Species Can Be Good

Invasive species can be a big problem. Invasive species tend to take away resources from the native species in the environment and can make it very difficult for them to survive in their natural habitat. 
by OBDKon December 16, 2022
Deep Dive: Wilson's Bird of Paradi

Deep Dive: Wilson's Bird of Paradi

These birds can be found in tropical forests on the islands of Batanta and Waigeo, which are off the coast of West Papua. They can live anywhere between 5 and 30 years old, and weigh around 2 ounces.
by OBDKon December 14, 2022
Which Carnivores Have the Strongest Bite?

Which Carnivores Have the Strongest Bite?

Have you ever wondered which carnivores have the strongest bite? Scientists have certainly wondered about this and have done several studies to figure out who wins the title of having the strongest bite. 
by OBDKon December 07, 2022
Deep Dive: Greater Yellow-headed Vulture

Deep Dive: Greater Yellow-headed Vulture

Just like the Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture, they’re considered to be of least concern. They also look very similar to the Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture, with black feathers and a yellow head that has some shades of red and blue.
by OBDKon December 05, 2022
Red Foxes Can Survive in Many Habitats

Red Foxes Can Survive in Many Habitats

While these foxes may most commonly be seen with red fur, they can have silver or black fur in some instances. These foxes usually weigh 6-15 pounds and are about 22-32 inches long. Their tails add 14-16 inches onto that.
by OBDKon November 30, 2022
Deep Dive: Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture

Deep Dive: Lesser Yellow-headed Vulture

These vultures can be found in savanna habitats. They have a great sense of smell and will often fly low over the ground when they’re hunting for food. Lesser Yellow-headed Vultures don’t make a lot of noise unless it’s breeding season, and then they’ll make many hissing and grunting noises.
by OBDKon November 28, 2022
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