Raccoon: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Procyon lotor Common Name: Raccoon Family: Procyonidae Habitat: Forests, urban areas, wetlands, riversides Diet: Omnivorous (fruits, insects, small animals, garbage) Lifespan: 2 to 3 years in the wild (up to 5-7 years in captivity) Conservation Status: Least Concern Introduction The raccoon is a highly […]

Rabbit: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Oryctolagus cuniculus (European Rabbit) Common Name: Rabbit Family: Leporidae Habitat: Grasslands, meadows, forests, and agricultural areas Diet: Herbivorous (grasses, leaves, vegetables, fruits) Lifespan: 9 to 12 years in the wild (but often much shorter due to predation) Conservation Status: Least Concern (but some species […]

Quail: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Coturnix coturnix (Common Quail) Common Name: Quail Family: Phasianidae Habitat: Grasslands, agricultural fields, scrublands, and woodlands Diet: Seeds, berries, insects, and plants Lifespan: 2 to 3 years (in the wild) Conservation Status: Least Concern (Some species are endangered or threatened) Introduction Quail are small, […]

Pronghorn: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Antilocapra americana Common Name: Pronghorn Family: Antilocapridae Habitat: North American grasslands, shrublands, and deserts Diet: Grasses, forbs, and shrubs Lifespan: 10 to 15 years in the wild Conservation Status: Least Concern (although some local populations may face threats) Introduction The pronghorn, often referred to […]

Prairie Dog: A Comprehensive Overview Scientific Name: Cynomys Common Name: Prairie Dog Family: Sciuridae (Squirrel Family) Habitat: North America (mainly the Great Plains) Diet: Grasses, seeds, roots, and some insects Lifespan: 3 to 5 years in the wild, longer in captivity Conservation Status: Least Concern (though some species are threatened […]