John James Audubon (1785 ? 1851) was an American naturalist, ornithologist, and artist. He is widely known for his beautiful paintings of North American bird species. Within his beautiful scientific...
Chick, duckling, piglet, calf, foal, puppy, and kitten?the tiny essence of each species made perfect in baby form. Note the noble beings wrapped in swaddling skin, tufted hairs, downy feathers. Cuddle...
Solitary and possessing extraordinary strength, the tiger is the largest member of the cat family. With the exception of the Siberian subspecies, these magnificent and noble creatures live...
You can call them silly goats if you like, but these groups of goats are wise. In arid regions like Morocco, nimble goats go where vegetation is plenty, treetops. Witness: Goats in Trees. Baaaah!
People have long been enchanted by the wolf and the mythical legends that surround this striking animal. His haunting, melodic howl and firm allegiance to community contribute to the wolfs...
The butterfly is often chosen to represent transformation. From its beginning as an egg to the caterpillar (larva) stage, then onto the pupa stage where a chrysalis is made, a butterfly?s amazing...
Enormously powerful animals, horses are nonetheless elegant and remarkably selfless. For transport or sport, for work or pleasure, they are ready and willing to assist people with whatever it is they...
The cardinal is the state bird of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia. These small birds with brilliant red plumage are simply stunning. If they don't catch...
Across Europe, Asia and the Americas, the Squirrel varies in color and size. Squirrels' nimble grace allows them to rise above their small stature. Squirrels are clever and persistent animals, and any...
Furry, soft, and gentle, with big eyes and long ears, rabbits are a delight to hold. These "toothy" critters are friendly with humans and will even purr to show their affection, but they also thrive,...
Bunnies, bunnies and more bunnies! Bunnies are small, furry, and gentle; their long ears and large eyes make them cute and loveable. These soft, quiet little creatures are darling as can be in this...
It is a rare and enlightening experience to sight an owl. Nocturnal birds of prey, owls are blessed with the best hearing of all birds. This gift enables them to dwell in dense forested areas, as does...
The frog is a tailless, web-footed amphibian with long back legs for high jumping. The largest of the North American frogs is the bullfrog, which is known for its deep bellowing. Some frogs like the...
Do your buddies like to tell deer "tails" about the monster buck they saw that one time when they were out alone somewhere in the middle of hunting season? And do you just shake your head in...
Spend the year with the finest farm fowl that nature has to offer. Each image depicts uniquely plumaged poultry that exhibit the graceful beauty and quirky personalities of these endearing barnyard...
Moose is the common name for this largest member of the Deer family. Moose is an Algonquin word that means "eater of twigs," which reflects the animal's diet. Moose live in different sorts of wooded...
Contrary to popular belief, jackasses are neither stubborn, mean, nor stupid. Even if their farcical ears suggest otherwise, male donkeys are smart, hardworking, gentle, and even playful animals that...
Known for their diminutive size, bright iridescent colors, and hovering flight, hummingbirds live only in the Western Hemisphere, but can be found almost anywhere between Argentina and Alaska. Early...
The statuesque and elegant giraffe is the tallest living land animal. Today they are found primarily in East Africa, though were once a common sight in Sub-Saharan West Africa. Giraffes prefer...
The English lop-eared rabbit is one of the oldest breeds of domestic rabbits. They vary in size, color, and ear length, but they are always cute, soft, and furry. Although they are quiet animals,...
Did you know there are over 900 different breeds of sheep? And that only 35 of these are found in the United States? Yes, indeed, these enthusiastic grazers are prized the world over, especially for...
The striking white Tiger of South Asia is not an albino, nor does it constitute a distinct sub-species. Rather, the white tiger is a Bengal tiger with a pink nose, blue eyes, and a white coat in place...
A horned herbivore related to the sheep, a goat is not a finicky eater. Almost anything will do! Domestic goats are raised for their wool and milk. Indeed goats? milk is the most consumed milk...
The term parrot refers to a group of gregarious birds including lorikeets, parakeets, macaws, and others. These brightly colored tropical birds sport brilliant plumage, and most live in dense forests...
The frisky sea otter does its frolicking in the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Floating on its back with its head above water, the sea otter feasts on shellfish and then naps after a full meal. These...