Wildlife Deep Dives

Deep Dive: Costa's Hummingbird

Deep Dive: Costa's Hummingbird

Costa’s Hummingbird is less than 4 inches tall. They usually live in desert habitats in California and Arizona, within washes or sage scrub. They feed on plants like agave, desert honeysuckle, fairy-duster, ocotillo, and chuparosa, but will also eat at hummingbird feeders.
by Chris Andersonon May 28, 2023
Deserts Are Important to Conserve

Deserts Are Important to Conserve

Deserts are really important – and they need to be conserved just like other habitats do. On Earth, they make up about 20% of the terrain, and they can be found on every continent.
by Chris Andersonon May 23, 2023
Deep Dive: Ruby-throated Hummingbirds

Deep Dive: Ruby-throated Hummingbirds

Ruby-throated Hummingbirds are also known as Archilochus colubris. They are only about 3 inches tall, weigh less than 0.2 ounces, and have a wingspan of 3-4 inches.
by Chris Andersonon May 21, 2023
Humpback Whales Can Weigh Over 80,000 Pounds!

Humpback Whales Can Weigh Over 80,000 Pounds!

Humpback whales are huge mammals – they can get over 50 feet in length and weigh over 80,000 pounds! Even when they’re born, they’ll weigh around 2,000 pounds and be 15 feet in length!
by Chris Andersonon May 16, 2023
Deep Dive: Hummingbirds

Deep Dive: Hummingbirds

Hummingbirds are part of the family Trochilidae. There are over 320 species of them throughout the world! About 12 species live in North America, but the greatest variety is found in South America.
by Chris Andersonon May 14, 2023
The Hawaiian Goose is Endemic to the Hawaiian Archipelago

The Hawaiian Goose is Endemic to the Hawaiian Archipelago

The Hawaiian Goose is the state bird of Hawaii and is endemic to the Hawaiian Archipelago. It’s the only surviving goose species that’s endemic to the area. It’s also known as Nēnē.
by Chris Andersonon May 09, 2023
Deep Dive: Grey-headed Woodpeckers

Deep Dive: Grey-headed Woodpeckers

Grey-headed Woodpeckers can be found in Europe and Asia. They stand about 10 inches tall and weigh 6-8 ounces. Their wingspan reaches roughly 16 inches.
by Chris Andersonon May 07, 2023
Rainforests Are Important to Protect

Rainforests Are Important to Protect

Rainforests may only be about 6% of Earth’s land, but they are essential. They keep the planet healthy and ensure that we have access to vital resources for our survival.
by Chris Andersonon May 02, 2023
Deep Dive: Andean Flicker

Deep Dive: Andean Flicker

Andean Flickers are also known as Colaptes rupicola. They are found in South America, from Ecuador to Argentina. They stand about 12-13 inches tall and weigh somewhere between 5 and 7 ounces.
by Chris Andersonon April 30, 2023
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