Biology

Felis catus: The Domestic Cat Felis catus: The Domestic Cat- Research project by Rachel Aschenbrenner. Felis catus Felis catus- Taxonomy, photograph and description of the feral cat, its habitat and distribution, life history, physical tolerances, community ecology and invasion information. Caracal Caracal- Factsheet on Felinae caracal with photos and range map. Caracal Caracal- Information from Wikipedia on the Persian or African Lynx, Caracal caracal, its description, habitat and diet. Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus)- Factsheet from ARKive with description, biology, status, photos and videos. Cheetah: Acinonyx jubatus Cheetah: Acinonyx jubatus- Research project by David Marek on this species, including its classification, habitat, characteristics, reproduction, adaptations, nutrition and intera… Cheetah Conservation Fund Cheetah Conservation Fund- Based in Namibia, this organization sponsors conservation education and research. Includes a discussion of factors that threaten the cheetahs. Cheetah Outreach Cheetah Outreach- Cheetah conservation in South Africa. Cheetah Spot Cheetah Spot- A site containing information about this endangered cat including, appearance, speed, diet, and even listen to sounds they make. The Fox Website The Fox Website- Information on all aspects of red fox ecology, research, management and human conflict. AWF: Bat-Eared Fox AWF: Bat-Eared Fox- Factsheet on Otocyon megalotis with photographs, physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, diet, predators and threats. Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes)- Species account and photos from the Animal Diversity Web. Common Gray Fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus) Common Gray Fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus)- Photograph, description, distribution in Texas and habits. Swift or Kit Fox (Vulpes velox) Swift or Kit Fox (Vulpes velox)- Photograph, description, distribution in Texas and habits. Urocyon cinereoargenteus: Common Gray Fox Urocyon cinereoargenteus: Common Gray Fox- Factsheet from the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Urocyon cinereoargenteus Urocyon cinereoargenteus- Species account from the American Society of Mammalogists. Swift Fox Swift Fox- Information about the endangerd Vulpes velox from the Canadian Wildlife Service. Arctic Fox: Alopex lagopus Arctic Fox: Alopex lagopus- Research project by Alex Olson on this species including its classification, habitat, reproduction, adaptations to its cold environment, nutrition and … Vulpes zerda: Fennec Fox Vulpes zerda: Fennec Fox- Research project by Benjamin Novak on this desert species, including its classification, habitat, adaptations, nutrition, reproduction and interactions w… David Element's Wildlife Photography: Red Foxes David Element's Wildlife Photography: Red Foxes- Several excellent photographs of these mammals and a description of their breeding strategy and habits in urban areas. Red Fox (Vulpes Vulpes) Red Fox (Vulpes Vulpes)- A photograph and information on the habits, reproduction, feeding, and physical appearance of this species. Fox Social Behaviour Fox Social Behaviour- Dr Graziella Lossa at the Mammal Research Unit at Bristol University has investigated the reproductive behavior of an urban red fox population. Swift Fox: Vulpes velox Swift Fox: Vulpes velox- A description of the endangered Swift Fox, its disappearance and reintroduction in Canada. Liska's EncycVulpedia Liska's EncycVulpedia- Descriptions, distribution, habitat, feeding habits, social habits, life cycle, and articles about foxes of the world. OzFoxes FoxWeb OzFoxes FoxWeb- Information and FAQ about backyard foxes. Foxwatch Ireland Foxwatch Ireland- Information on foxes, observing foxes, gallery, FAQs, and links. Reindeer: Rangifer tarandus Reindeer: Rangifer tarandus- Factsheet on this large deer, its description, distribution and biology, with several photographs. Reindeer Population Reindeer Population- Provides information on the factors that influence the population dynamics of reindeer. Rangifer tarandus Rangifer tarandus- Research project on the reindeer by Laura Nelson at the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse. The Woodland Caribou The Woodland Caribou- Information on Rangifer tarandus, an endangered Canadian species. White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus) White-tailed Deer (Odocoileus virginianus)- Description, photograph, distribution and habits, from the Mammals of Texas. Mule Deer (Odocoileus hemionus) Mule Deer (Odocoileus hemionus)- Photograph, description, distribution in Texas and habits. The Mule Deer: Odocoileus hemionus The Mule Deer: Odocoileus hemionus- Research project by Jonathan Siebert at the University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse. The White Tailed Deer: Odocoileus virginianus The White Tailed Deer: Odocoileus virginianus- Research project by Jacob Parr on this species, including its classification, habitat, adaptations, nutrition, reproduction and inte… Red Deer (Cervas elaphus) Red Deer (Cervas elaphus)- Photographs and movies and a description of this species and information on its range and biology. Sika Deer: Cervus nippon Sika Deer: Cervus nippon- Factsheet on this deer, its description, distribution and biology, with several photographs. Living with Wildlife: Elk Living with Wildlife: Elk- The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife provides information on the elk and its interactions with humans. Sika Deer (Cervus nippon) Sika Deer (Cervus nippon)- Photograph, description, distribution in Texas and habits. Wapiti or Elk (Cervus elaphus) Wapiti or Elk (Cervus elaphus)- Description, photograph, distribution and habits, from the Mammals of Texas. Fallow Deer (Cervus dama) Fallow Deer (Cervus dama)- Description, photograph, distribution and habits, from the Mammals of Texas. Axis Deer (Cervus axis) Axis Deer (Cervus axis)- Photograph, description, distribution in Texas and habits. Sika Deer: Cervus nippon Sika Deer: Cervus nippon- Information from ARKive including images and videos. Pennsylvania Elk Herd Pennsylvania Elk Herd- Detailed information about elk in Pennsylvania and other populations of Cervus elaphus in North America. Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus) Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus)- Photographs and movies and a description of this species and information on its range and biology. The Roe Deer Research Group The Roe Deer Research Group- Studies of reproductive biology of the female European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus), the only Artiodactyl to employ delayed implantation as a reprod… Moose - Animal Diversity Moose - Animal Diversity- Summary information and a photo. Living with Wildlife: Moose Living with Wildlife: Moose- The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife provides information on moose found in the state and their interactions with humans. Moose - Alaska Dept of Fish and Game Moose - Alaska Dept of Fish and Game- Home to the 'Alaska Wildlife Notebook Series' publication. The Science Behind Algonquin's Animals (SBAA) The Science Behind Algonquin's Animals (SBAA)- Moose survey research in Algonquin Provincial Park. Lists physical characteristics, food sources, predators, sounds and habitats. Ultimate Moose Ultimate Moose- Fun facts about Alces alces.