Penguin: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Spheniscidae (Family name for all penguin species) Common Name: Penguin Habitat: Primarily found in the Southern Hemisphere, with some species living near the equator. Diet: Carnivorous (primarily fish, krill, squid, and other marine creatures) Lifespan: Typically 15-20 years, though some species live longer in […]

Peafowl: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Pavo cristatus (Indian Peafowl), Pavo muticus (Green Peafowl), Afropavo congensis (Congo Peafowl) Common Name: Peacock (Male), Peafowl (Species name) Habitat: South Asia (Indian Peafowl), Southeast Asia (Green Peafowl), Central Africa (Congo Peafowl) Diet: Omnivorous (seeds, fruits, insects, small reptiles, and amphibians) Lifespan: 15 to […]

Parrot: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Various species within the order Psittaciformes Common Names: Parrot Habitat: Tropical and subtropical regions worldwide (rainforests, savannas, grasslands, etc.) Diet: Primarily fruits, seeds, nuts, and some insects Lifespan: 10 to 60 years (depending on species) Conservation Status: Varies from Least Concern to Endangered (IUCN […]

Panda: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Ailuropoda melanoleuca Common Names: Giant Panda, Panda Habitat: Mountainous regions of central China (Sichuan, Shaanxi, Gansu) Diet: Primarily bamboo, with occasional small animals or carrion Lifespan: 20 years in the wild, up to 30 years in captivity Conservation Status: Vulnerable (IUCN Red List) Introduction […]

Oyster: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Various species within the family Ostreidae Common Names: Oyster Habitat: Coastal waters, estuaries, and sometimes deep-sea environments Diet: Filter feeder (plankton, small particles, algae) Lifespan: Typically 6-20 years (depending on species) Conservation Status: Varies by species; some species are threatened due to overfishing and […]