Animals & Science

Do you want to setup a fish tank but aren't quite sure how? This article will help walk you through it.

The Aquaclear 20 is a motorized aquarium filter that helps keep the water clean and fresh. The filter works without problems under most circumstances but may occasionally stop drawing water...

The Hocking Hills area of south-central Ohio contains a diverse range of wildlife, including several species of snakes. Many reptile enthusiasts and nature lovers enjoy seeking out snakes (a...

Throughout the eastern and central United States, fishermen have competition. Northern water snakes inhabit rivers, streams, pond and lakes, and they enjoy a nice fish dinner. These dark brown and...

Anyone who has owned a marine aquarium has at some point had the misfortune of accidently causing the salinity in the aquuarium to rise or fall dramatically. This article will help anyone who has...

In the marine aquarium the level of salinity will greatly affect the overall health of the fish and corals. The best salinity level for marine fish is 1.018 degrees of specific gravity; for...

Seals are adorable and interesting marine mammals. They spend most of their time in the water but will also haul out on land to rest or give birth. Seals are not terribly agile on land, but they...

As any aquarium owner knows, algae can be unsightly in an aquarium and detract greatly from the beauty of the sea life within it. One of the main causes of algae is high levels of phosphates in...

Hummingbirds will gravitate to properly filled and maintained feeders that allow them easy access to nectar--a sugar mix that provides them with supplementary calories and energy for searching out...

Observing a tadpole grow to an adult frog is a rewarding and educational experience for people of all ages. Children in particular enjoy watching a frog's metamorphosis, and growing tadpoles can...

Keeping fish in an aquarium requires regular testing of water to ensure favorable pH (Power of Hydrogen) levels. Water chemistry, and an understanding of how it affects the biological filter, will...

Nothing adds an element of beauty to an aquarium better than live plants. However, many people do not attempt the use of live plants because they believe the plants are difficult to grow. Aquarium...

Water turtles can be found all over the world--excluding Antarctica and the Arctic--and make up a diverse group of reptiles. Water turtles live in a variety of habitats, ranging from oceans to...

Hummingbirds are frequently admired and sought after for their enchanting colors as well as the charming way they dart about. They prefer to feed from certain types of flowers such as such as...

An incubator is an apparatus that facilitates the artificial hatching of eggs and serves as temporary housing for newborn chicks before they're moved to a brooder. Maintaining the right...

Brown water snakes live in and around large rivers and lakes. Anglers frequently encounter them, as they often drop into boats from trees when disturbed. These snakes spend most of their day in...

Sheepskin is a wonderful choice for cold weather wear. It is thick, durable, naturally sheds water and is very warm. You can purchase sheepskin at most retailers, especially during the winter...

Fleas are small parasites with a hard body and long legs that are built for jumping. They are designed to suck the blood from their host. The most common flea is the cat flea. When a kitten is...

Manatees belong to a group of sea mammals called sirenians after the centuries-old belief that the manatees were singing mermaids known as sirens. Even though they must breathe air, their immense...

Brackish water is water that has lower salinity than seawater but higher salinity than fresh water. Brackish water occurs naturally in areas where fresh water and saltwater mix, such as the point...

The manatee, also called a sea cow, is a 3,000 lb. aquatic mammal whose closest living relative is the elephant. Its habitat requirements are, in part, what makes them unique and what contributes...

Frogs are a widely diverse group of amphibians that can be found throughout the world. Frogs are characterized by moist skin and the lack of scales and claws. Frogs also undergo a transformation...

Zebra mussels come from Eastern European seas: Aral, Caspian and Black seas. This species causes serious problems for the native flora and fauna of Indiana waterways which have not adapted to...

Found in Northern Australia, Malaysia and Southeast Asia, water monitors (Varanus salvator) can grow up to three meters long, making them the second-largest lizards on Earth. Water monitors spend...

Feeding hummingbirds is fun and rewarding, but you have to be sure you do it right so as to reduce the chance of disease and attracting pests to your feeders.

Ballast water is water that ships load into special tanks to keep them stable -- trimmed and leveled -- so that they ride properly when at sea. When ships take on ballast water in port, they...

Tiny little organisms live in the ocean and drift along in bodies of fresh water; they are known as plankton, which comes from a Greek word meaning "drifter" or "wanderer." The two main...

Reptiles and amphibians are found on every continent except Antarctica, though people often confuse them for one another. Reptilian lizards and amphibian salamanders, for example, may appear to be...

The Audubon Society says that hummingbirds are the smallest of all birds and among the most popular visitors to home feeders. Their fast wing beats (40-80 per second) and heart rates (500-1,260...

Water dragons are a quickly becoming a common pet for exotic reptile owners. The baby water dragon is known for being a calm pet. This reptile has no dietary or habitual issues when kept in...

It's a mystery: a new pond forms, where there was no pond before. Over time, it gets fish. Where do the fish come from? Flying fish jetting in from far off places? Fish materializing in the...

Salamanders, referred to as newts in Europe, are amphibians that were among the first vertebrates to move onto land. Salamanders are found in the Americas, northern Africa, Asia and Europe....

The Dromedary and Bactrian camels can be found in the deserts of Arabia and Eastern Asia. These camels have evolved with adaptations that let them survive under the extreme conditions of the...

Hummingbirds have long been very popular with people, and many consider it a treat to have one visit their yard. This has caused quite a few of these people to hang hummingbird feeders in hopes of...

Biologists sample fish in freshwater with electrofishing equipment. Electrofishing allows biologists to capture fish alive and release them unharmed. Electrofishing is illegal for angling, and is...

Hummingbirds are graceful and exciting to watch. The best method of bringing hummingbirds into your yard is with a hummingbird feeder. Buying the special food can be expensive, but it can easily...

I've been taking care of my daughters Pet Bearded Dragon for quite some time now. Hears a couple of tips to keep them happy.

You've found a baby bird---perhaps the most vulnerable creature on earth. Your best option is to try to locate the nest from which it came. Contrary to popular belief, birds will take back babies...

Sea shells are interesting and unique artifacts that can be harvested from the ocean. Their primary purpose is as a unique decoration, as no two sea shells are identical. However, most sea shells...

I've had aquariums for years, and worked as a 'tropical fish specialist' in a store specializing in tropical fish for about 5 years (before moving on to computers). So trust me when I tell you...

According to dolphinsworld.com, debate continues in scientific circles on the reasons why dolphins jump out of the water. One of the most commonly mentioned reasons is that dolphins leap out of...

The pH of salt water is of concern to two kinds of people. Seamen loading cargo onto a ship take an interest in the pH level, since the higher the pH level, the saltier the water and the saltier...

Raising minnows or any other kind of fish, including tropical or saltwater, requires learning some basic information about their natural environment and replicating it in a tank, pool, or pond...

Looking for dinosaur bones and fossils can be a fun and exciting experience. If you're at the right location and know how to spot the bones, there is a chance that you will be rewarded with a...

If you've ever been fishing and used minnows as bait, you know it's not that uncommon to have left over minnows. One way to keep those minnows from spoiling and being unusable as bait is to salt...

Mussels are a type of mollusk, typically found in freshwater. There are over 750 species of mussel, but all species share a similarity in how they feed.

Barometric pressure is a measure of atmospheric pressure, also called air pressure, that is often indicated as "inches of mercury" on a barometer. Less air above the barometer means lower...

Dolphins live all over the world, in different oceans, in freshwater, in saltwater, in cold water and in warm water. Learn about dolphins that live in shallow water with help from an aquarium's...

Raising tadpoles can be a rewarding project that you can enjoy with your children. You can raise tadpoles in a wading pool to provide an optimal space for them to grow and develop. The life cycle...

A cowhide can be used for a variety of craft and decorative purposes if it is correctly prepared. The initial step is curing the cowhide, which simply means cleaning it and drying it out. However,...