Sometimes you and I need help with scientific terms. In today’s article, let’s look at the scientific terms used for animal groups. Why? For one thing, it helps to understand the types of animals in ...

Q. I notice you sometimes include scientific names of animals in your columns. One time you identified a timber rattlesnake; another time, two turtles (an Alabama redbelly turtle and a stinkpot).

Discover extraordinary animals starting with 'O' that play vital roles in global ecosystems. From the speedy Ostrich in African savannas to the intelligent Octopus in oceans and the critically ...