Records & rankings
The Biggest Spider In The World – A Creature of Myth and Legend
Arachnophobia, or the fear of spiders, is one of the most common phobias in the world. However, spiders are also…
Biome
Tropical forests
Meet the animals of tropical forests and read what we know about how they live there.
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Articles
Anatomy & appearance
Are Komodo Dragons Venomous – Can a Komodo Dragon kill a human
Komodo dragons are some of the most fascinating creatures on Earth. With their massive size and unique appearance, they have…
Comparisons
How strong are orangutans?
An adult male orangutan weighs 77–100 kg and can hang and climb all day on arms longer than a person…
Size & weight
Finger monkey full grown: how big is a pygmy marmoset?
An adult finger monkey, or pygmy marmoset, has a 12–16 cm body, a longer tail and weighs 85–140 g. Scientists…
Adaptations
Adaptations of an elephant: how the trunk, ears, feet and herd help it survive
Elephants survive with a trunk of about 150,000 muscle bundles, heat-shedding ears, cushioned tiptoe feet, six sets of molars and…
Life cycle & reproduction
How long is an elephant pregnant for?
Elephants are pregnant for about 18 to 22 months, with a measured average of about 640 days. It is the…
Conservation & population
Are Bengal tigers endangered?
Bengal tigers are Endangered (IUCN 2022), not critically endangered. India, Nepal and Bangladesh have all counted more tigers in their…
Comparisons
How strong are gorillas, and how do they compare with humans?
Gorillas are the heaviest apes and far stronger than people, but no scientist has measured a gorilla's lift, pull, punch…
Diet & feeding
What Do Praying Mantis Eat – Praying Mantis Diet
Praying mantises are ambush predators that use their powerful front legs to grab and hold onto their prey while they…
Habitat & range
Where Do Huntsman Spider Live – Huntsman Spider Habitat
Huntsman spiders are found in many parts of the world, including Australia, Asia, the Americas, and Africa. In Australia, they…
Speed
How fast can a jaguar run?
Nobody has measured a wild jaguar at full speed. The popular 80 km/h figure is unproven. Jaguars are ambush hunters…
Speed
How fast can a tiger run?
Tigers sprint at about 49–65 km/h (30–40 mph) in short bursts. They are about as fast as lions and far…