This nocturnal possum’s body has special adaptations to help it survive in the dark. Photo via Flickr.
Nocturnal animals are active at night as opposed to during the day. Here are 5 special adaptations that allow them to live and thrive in the dark. Continue reading
When are coyotes active?
Nocturnal and diurnal are important terms to describe animal behavior, but so is cathemeral. Here is an explanation of what those terms mean and examples of what animals exhibit that behavior. Continue reading
A white weasel in winter is hard to see. Photo via Flickr.
Have you seen any weasels lately? Maybe an all white short-tailed or long-tailed weasel this winter? Here are some neat facts about this crafty little animal that lives in the Rocky Mountains.
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Have you seen a mountain lion during winter? Summer?
Mountain lions in winter are very active as they walk around and hunt prey. Here are 3 cool facts about these mountain lions during the winter, including their winter survival strategy. Continue reading
Look at those eyes!
The Great Horned Owl is an awesome bird that lives throughout North America and is common in the Rocky Mountains. Here are some fun facts about this bird, including how it adapts to the harsh winters of the Rockies. Continue reading
Human parents spend a lot of time raising their children.
Animal parenting strategies depend on many different factors, such as lifespan and predation risks. All animals make different choices with the ultimate goal being reproductive success. Continue reading
What is this bird called? Photo via Flickr.
There are many different kinds of animals active during winter in the Rocky Mountains. I wonder how many of them you can guess? Continue reading
An adult grizzly bear with two cubs.
These 5 Rocky Mountain hibernators includes a combination of well known and lesser known animals. I wonder if you know all of them? Continue reading
Brrrr. It’s cold outside.
The coldest day of the year on average in the Rocky Mountains tend to be in late December. Here is when the average coldest times take place for a few different cities in the Rockies. Continue reading
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The Western Larch is the only conifer tree that loses its needles in the fall. Here are some more fun facts about this Rocky Mountain tree. Continue reading