I believe this is a North American porcupine. There are 29 species of porcupine. They are the third largest rodent after the capybara and beaver. The most distinctive trait of the porcupine is the 30,000 quills, which it can use to defend itself. Other defense mechanisms that the porcupine uses are a strong body odor, […]
The Patagonian mara (Dolichotis patagonum) is a relatively large rodent in the mara genus. It’s also known as Patagonian cavy, Patagonian hare, or dillaby. It is an herbivorous animal found in open…
Kangaroo rats are small rodents of the genus Dipodomys. They are native to western North America. Their common name refers to its bipedal form. They hop in a similar manner as the much…
What else can I say besides….SQUIRREL!
Our pets become part of the family. “Keo-boy”, my siamese, was just a month shy of 20 yrs old. It was very difficult when I had to put him down. It was so hard that I even had him cremated. Myra surprised me with a picture of him, which sits in my bedroom til this day. “Babe” followed “Keo” & if you know a bit about Maine Coons you know they have long beautiful hair with striking patterns. She surprised me one Xmas with a portrait of the big boy. I can’t believe it is done with only pencil. She captured every detail perfectly. I have known Myra all her life, as I am her auntie. She has always had a knack for drawing. At 4, she even placed her artwork on my white leather chair! I have seen her develop into a fantastic artist. I will treasure my works of art forever.
- E. Naito
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