Like other pipefish, the long-nosed pipefish does not have scales, but is encased in a series of bony rings.
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Weka (Gallirallus australis)
The weka, a famously inquisitive and feisty bird, is a member of the rail family Rallidae; a group of ground dwelling birds, some of which…
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Lemon-yellow tree frog (Hyla savignyi)
The lemon-yellow tree frog (Hyla savignyi) is a medium-sized frog with long hind limbs and slight webbing between the digits on the feet…
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Common garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis)
The common garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis) is a long, slender North American snake with a colourful and extremely variable appearance…
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Green toad (Pseudepidalea viridis)
An attractively patterned amphibian, the green toad (Pseudepidalea viridis) is a medium-sized toad with a light grey to cream or olive back…
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Mediterranean tree frog (Hyla meridionalis)
The Mediterranean tree frog (Hyla meridionalis) is a slender, smooth-skinned amphibian, with long limbs and adhesive discs on the digits…
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Plain swift (Apus unicolor)
A fairly small swift, the plain swift (Apus unicolor) shares its range with both the common swift (Apus apus) and the pallid swift (Apus…
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Common green darner (Anax junius)
One of North America’s most common and widespread dragonflies, the common green darner (Anax junius) is a large insect with a bright green…
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Mouflon (Ovis orientalis)
The males of this exceedingly wary wild sheep have large sickle-shaped horns, which are prized by many a trophy hunter. For most subspecies…
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Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus)
One of the fastest species in the world, the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) may reach speeds of up to 250 kilometres per hour (155…
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Merlin (Falco columbarius)
An extremely fast, agile hunter, the merlin (Falco columbarius) is a small, distinctive species of falcon from the northern hemisphere. The…
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Northern goshawk (Accipiter gentilis)
A large and powerful bird of prey, the northern goshawk was traditionally revered as a symbol of strength. It possesses short, robust wings…
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Wild goat (Capra aegagrus)
Information on the wild goat is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Asian white-backed vulture (Gyps bengalensis)
The Asian white-backed vulture has recently undergone a catastrophic population crash, which threatens the survival of this species. It is a…
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Greater white-toothed shrew (Crocidura russula)
The greater white-toothed shrew (Crocidura russula) is one of the 'white-toothed shrews'; it lacks deposition of iron in the…
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Pill woodlouse (Armadillidium vulgare)
Woodlice are not insects, but are crustaceans; more closely related to crabs and shrimps than insects. The body is divided into three main…
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Grey-hooded parrotbill (Paradoxornis zappeyi)
The grey-hooded parrotbill belongs to the Timaliidae family, also know as the babblers; a group of gregarious, heavy-bodied birds with stout…
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Red-footed falcon (Falco vespertinus)
The red-footed falcon (Falco vespertinus) is a small, slender bird of prey in which the male and female vary considerably in appearance…
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Common buzzard (Buteo buteo)
One of the most common raptor species in Europe, this medium-sized bird of prey is recognisable for its rounded head and tail, broad wings…
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Island fox (Urocyon littoralis)
The island fox is the smallest North American canid, found only on the California Channel Islands. A descendent of the mainland gray fox (…
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Tokoeka (Apteryx australis)
The tokoeka is one of five recognised species of kiwi, the iconic, flightless birds that are only found in New Zealand. This species is…
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Turkey vulture (Cathartes aura)
With a bright, pinkish-red head, brownish-black plumage and a two metre wingspan, the turkey vulture is a highly distinctive bird of prey…
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Small white (Pieris rapae)
This widespread and familiar white butterfly is one of the most common butterflies in Europe. As the name suggests, adults have whitish…
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Western barred bandicoot (Perameles bougainville)
This small marsupial has light brown-grey fur fading to white fur on the belly, as well as on the feet. It gained its common name as a…
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Emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia)
The adult emperor moth (Saturnia pavonia) is a spectacular insect. Males have a complex pattern of grey, dark brown and orange markings…
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Western pocket gopher (Thomomys mazama)
Also known as the Mazama pocket gopher, the western pocket gopher (Thomomys mazama) is a medium-sized, stocky rodent with a number of…
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Actinella (Actinella giramica)
Information on Actinella giramica is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly.…
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Grass snake (Natrix natrix)
The grass snake (Natrix natrix) is Britain's largest terrestrial reptile. This snake is typically olive-green, brown or greyish in colour…
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Levant sparrowhawk (Accipiter brevipes)
A handsome, small-bodied bird of prey, the Levant sparrowhawk can be distinguished by its barred underparts and striking, dark red eyes. The…
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White-lipped banded snail (Cepaea hortensis)
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Horse-fly (Chrysops relictus)
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