Mistaken Identities on the Wild Side
Which is Which?
Do you know the difference between a raven and a crow? A crocodile and an alligator? How about a newt and a salamander? Some closely related animals (or even not-so-closely related ones) are difficult to tell apart unless you look very close. Sometimes it's a case of mistaken identity, other times the local name for an animal can vary from place to place and might overlap with a completely different animal entirely.

Unique Animal Gifts
Unique Animal Information, Photos and Gifts for any occasion
Animal Info, Fun Poll Questions about Animals, Cute and Funny Animal Photos, Unique Animal Gifts, Animal Adoption Links, Videos and more!

Animals in the Wild
Endangered Species Need Our Protection - Now
When humans first entered North America over the Bering land bridge some 13,000 years ago, they found rich hunting grounds with many large and docile animals - mastodons, ground sloths, horses, camels, tapirs, giant beavers and large peccaries. Within several centuries these skilled hunters wiped out these animals, hunting them to extinction. Many species face extinction today as conservation groups strive to protect them and their habitats.

What is a Wildlife Sanctuary?
Wild Animals ARE NOT PETS!!!!
Unfortunately, the lure of the exotic, combined with the lucrative trade in wild species, proves too tempting to some even though keeping wild animals is against the law. When people are not able to care for their "pet" then the animal might be lucky enough to live out its days in a sanctuary.

The Zoo
Introducing The Online Zoo.....
"The Zoo" is your best, everything you wanted to know but didn't know where to look, resource for zoo animals. Our goal is to make learning about wild animals fun! Use "The Zoo" to prepare for your next trip to the "Real" Zoo. Plan your day in advance by identifying your favorite animals to visit from this site. Use our resources and links to find play-at-home animal activities, meet other animals lovers and plan zoo vacations or road-trips. Or, just browse the great animal pictures. p.s. Ple...