In wilderness I sense the miracle of life, and behind it our scientific accomplishments fade to trivia.
Charles A. Lindbergh
Most of us are animal lovers, whether it be
from afar or close up. This category contains sites that pertain
to household pets as well as those who came before us. Whatever
your interest, the Animal category gives you a great place to
start!
http://www.zi.biologie.uni-muenchen.de/~st2042/pix.html
This virtual zoo boasts a collection of over
180 links to photo and image galleries. Among the many offerings
are wild and domestic animals, insects, fish, reptiles, and
birds. It's hard to imagine there could be an animal not
pictured at this site.
This site provides an index of the more than
1000 animals featured at the zoo. You can also find information
on adopting animals, endangered species, and educational programs
for schools, families, and adults. A special feature is an online
tour of the zoo.
Web site of the National Zoo. Includes a user
questionnaire, news, and information, as well as a photo library.
Also includes links to the Smithsonian Institution and
educational games which complement the information found on the
site. Includes downloadable files that contain press coverage of
the zoo. Coffee drinkers, take note: the site contains an
interesting legend about Lewak coffee.
http://www.neosoft.com/neopolis/zoo/default.html
Meet Dupree the iguana at this animal-filled
Web site. The page opens with a picture of a panda couple and
offers links to other animal photos and sites on the Web.
http://www.infopost.com/sandiego/points/sdzoo.html
Lets you make on online visit the San Diego
Wild Animal Park, a park that features animals in their natural
habitats-without fences or cages. Offers a montage of the animals
that live in the park.
http://www.bev.net/education/SeaWorld/homepage.html
Contains an animal information database
maintained by the Sea World Busch/Gardens theme parks. Includes
"Ask Shamu," a column that features animal-related
questions. Also includes images on numerous zoo species and
information on zoological park careers.
http://ape.apenet.it/EDV/ZOO/e_ind.html
This "zoo without bars" features
animals of the sky and animals of the earth. Each animal is
pictured along with pertinent information and a map showing its
geographic habitat. Links to the World Conservation Monitoring
Centre and an alphabetical index of zoos are also provided.
http://www.mindspring.com/~zoonet/
Attempts to provide information about every Zoo
in the world. Includes the ZooLinks page, which offers jumps to
hundreds of zoos and zoo-related information. Offers the ZooNet
Image Archives, which features numerous jumps to online zoos and
animal pictures.
Contains an alphabetical and geographical list
of zoos and aquariums worldwide which are affiliated with the
American Zoo and Aquarium Association. This site also offers tips
on careers in zoology, details conservation programs underway at
various zoos, and a photo gallery of animals and marine life.
http://www.audubon.org/audubon/
This site, the home page of the National
Audubon Society, provides information on the conservation issues
and programs the Society is currently working on. Those campaigns
currently target the marine ecosystems of the world, and bird
sanctuaries that protect wildlife habitats. Learn about the
Audubon's action agenda for the 104th Congress. You can also get
travel, education, and membership information.
http://www.bcpl.lib.md.us/~tross/baltbird.html
This site is not just for Maryland residents.
There are rare bird alerts posted for the entire east coast
region, links to bird societies, and an extensive list of
additional sites on the adventures of birding in America.
http://compstat.wharton.upenn.edu:8001/~siler/birding.html
An extensive collection of related sites, Hot
Lists of bird sightings, and FAQs about all aspects of birding.
Also find recommended reference works, computer software, books,
and travel tips for the best birding opportunities. The
information is sorted geographically and by specific bird types.
http://www.ddc.com/~kjohnson/birdcare.htm
This 23-page book includes information on such
as listings as local pet stores, mail order supply catalogs,
veterinarians, and bird clubs. Includes info on choosing a
breeders and choosing a bird, the first few days, handling your
new bird, household safety, nutrition, diseases and injuries, and
more. This page was chosen as a Hot Site by Starting Point, a WWW
database searching tool.
God gives every bird its food, but he does not throw it into the nest. J. G. Holland
http://www.sky.net/~emily/eagle.html
Pays homage to birds of prey and provides a
resource list of other related sites. A diverse site that
provides info (or points you in the right direction) about the
U.S. Bald Eagle Protection Act, information on adopting an eagle,
and poems and song lyrics about eagles.
http://www.resort.com/~ruhue/kakapo.html
Focuses on the Kakapo bird, a rare nocturnal,
flightless parrot that's native to New Zealand. Once prevalent
throughout the area, the Kakapo population is slowly diminishing.
There are only about 56 Kakapo left. This site details how New
Zealanders are working to help the population recover. This site
is now mirrored in Japan.
http://www.netaxs.com/~mhmyers/image.html#birdtel
Caters to the virtual birdwatcher and contains
a plethora of photos, including Cardinals, Blue Jays, Sparrow,
Robins, and Finches. Offers a straightforward presentation and
includes links to other sites as well as other nature photos.
With facts about everything from the Maroon
Bellied Conure to the African Gray Parrot, this site serves as a
guide to pet birding. Includes FAQs and newsgroup connections in
addition to specific information on most of the major breeds of
commonly domesticated birds.
Introduces aviary practices, FAQs and links to
numerous breeders, vendors, and avian associations. Also features
a lost or stolen page where you can report missing pets. Provides
software on aviculture and birding.
Offers information on numerous species (both
endangered and non- endangered), including migratory habits and
habitats. There is also a searchable database of publications of
the Fish and Wildlife Service.
http://ux01.so-net.or.jp/~koike
Provides exquisite pictures of wild and
domestic birds in Tokyo, Japan.
ftp://rtfm.mit.edu/pub/usenet/news.answers/cat-faq
Basic cat care, guide to getting a cat, medical
information, problem behaviors, entertainment, and much more
related material all about cats.
Provides cat-related information. Offers
numerous FAQs on different cat breeds, feline health, and care
issues. Offers links to show schedules, cat organizations, FTP
and gopher sites, as well as links to commercial sites, picture
sites, and cat owners' home pages.
Contains pictures and some audio clips straight
from the cat's mouth. The Cat House (a.k.a. the Feline
Conservation Center) is a desert zoo that contains a variety of
wild cat species. More than 50 cats, representing 13 species,
live at the compound. Includes photos of recent births.
This site indexes societies, parks, government
agencies, and volunteer organizations devoted to preservation of
animals in the wild and their habitats. The Workshop offers their
own software creations to visitors with the request that
donations be sent to further their efforts. Be sure to visit the
photo galleries and the BIG CATS page.
http://www.best.com/~sirlou/cat.shtml
How do you say 'cat' in Hawaiian? Find that out
and more at this fun site filled with stories, photos, and
factual information on the care and feeding of cats. In addition,
you can study the history and evolution of cats as a species. (By
the way, 'cat' in Hawaiian is Popoki!)
http://www.best.com/~slewis/HHPCC/
The Happy Household Pet Cat Club (HHPCC), a
28-year-old international organization, is geared toward cat
owners who want to exhibit their feline companions in cat shows.
HHPCC's Web site offers access to a bi-monthly newsletter,
membership information, and info on how you can get the most out
of showing your household cat in shows.
http://sunsite.sut.ac.jp/multimed/pics/feline/
Lets visitors view and/or download images of
lions, tigers, cougars, cheetahs, and other large cats.
http://www.imall.com/archives/cat.html
Offers pictures of cats-many cat pictures in
GIF format, many of them quite large. Also contains links to more
cat pictures as well as other cat-related sites. Enables you to
send your cat's picture for display.
http://www.awod.com/gallery/wgd/savage/
Features information on cats of all shapes and
sizes. Offers links to big cat organizations and the Zoe
Foundation, which is dedicated to helping endangered, large cats
survive.
The Traditional Cat Association (TCA) is a
non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the health,
longevity, and physical characteristics of cats. The group's
objectives include establishing a registry for Traditional cat
breeds, and to bring back and maintain the "old style"
look of each breed. This site includes links to cat breeders, a
newsletter, photos, membership information, and more.
http://www.awod.com/gallery/probono/zoe/index.html
The Zoe Foundation is dedicated to helping
endangered large cats avoid extinction. Funds are raised through
product sales, licensing, and donations. The special focus of the
foundation is on the Indochinese tiger, panthera tigris corbetti.
View photos of some big cats, get info about foundation products,
and learn how you can join the preservation effort.
Alice came to a fork in the road. 'Which road do I take?' she asked. 'Where do you want to go?', responded the Cheshire cat. 'I don't know.' Alice answered. 'Then,' said the cat, 'it doesn't matter.
Lewis Carroll
http://www.slsc.org/docs/mod3/mod3_2/mod3_22/ep2538g.htm
The St. Louis Science Center maintains this
site filled with great graphics and easy-to-understand
information on the amazing dinosaurs. Fun for both children and
adults.
Children and adults will enjoy visiting the
picture gallery and exploring the journal of links to articles on
paleontology. This site also features a dictionary of translation
and pronunciation as well as maps of the ancient world. HotLinks
to other related sites are also available.
The show will feature exhibits by leading
scientists, educators, and paleontologists, artwork, and live and
fossil plants. The exhibit is the third of its kind in the United
States and is sponsored by the Academy of Natural Science in
Philadelphia.
http://ipl.sils.umich.edu/youth/DrInternet/Dinosaurs.html
Take a narrated tour of the dinosaurs in the
Hawaii exhibit and see a baby Hypselosaurus hatch out of its
shell. Then skip over to the Field Museum of Natural History in
Chicago and view the ancient birds and dinosaurs featured in the
Life Over Time exhibit. Both of these sites also provide links to
other dinosaur exhibits and information.
http://www.id.iit.edu/~doe/alphadmo_07a/dinosaur.html
High school students in Bellevue, Washington
maintain this bulletin board for elementary students to post
messages, ask questions, or make comments on any topic dealing
with dinosaurs. Students are also asked to make submissions to
the newsletter Prehistoric Post. In addition, there is an
online dictionary of all the terms used on the website, and links
to additional dinosaur sites.
The Royal Turrell Museum is devoted entirely to
paleontology. View the Dinosaur Hall with murals and models of
these mammoth creatures. Alongside the close-up photos of each
display is a brief description of the dinosaur featured.
http://www.yahooligans.com/Science_and_Oddities/Dinosaurs
An audio Dinosaur Dictionary is features here
with pronunciations of the names of all the dinosaurs. You can
also view QuickTime video clips from Jurassic Park and the Lost
World. Link to dinosaur exhibits at several museums and an online
magazine for children.
The Dodo never had a chance. He seems to have been invented for the sole purpose of becoming extinct and that was all he was good for.
Will Cuppy
A dog teaches a boy fidelity, perseverance, and to turn around three times before lying down.
Robert Benchley
http://www.upei.ca/akbash/akbash.htm
The Akbash Dog is a livestock-protection dog
found in rural Turkey. This site enables you to view pictures of
Akbash dogs, read their history and breed description, and learn
about Ashkash Dogs International and its rescue program.
http://www.prairienet.org/~mkleiman/berner.html
Focuses on the Bernese Mountain dog. Includes
photos, links to mailing lists, FAQs, information about getting a
Bernese puppy, and links to owner sites.
http://mendel.berkeley.edu/dogs/bcs.html
Picture-filled site that provides special
information on border collie e-mail lists and an FTP site
dedicated to border collie information. Includes information for
those individuals thinking about getting a border collie, as well
as an online training manual.
http://www.clark.net/pub/bdalzell/borzoiinfo.html
Provides information on the Borzoi breed. The
Borzoi is a large hunting dog of Russia. Includes pictures and a
link to the Borzoi Geneology Database. Also offers articles and
links to additional general dog-related information.
http://www.acmepet.com/canine/civic/k9_act.html
Provides a one-stop-shopping list of canine
shows scheduled throughout North America.
http://www.acmepet.com/canine/k9vacsch.html
If you're a pet owner, you know how difficult
it can be to keep up with your pet's inoculation schedule.
However, there is an easier way: visit this site, which contains
a schedule for canine vaccinations from age 6 weeks up to 18
months. The site also provides descriptions on how each vaccine
is administered and describes the illness the vaccine treats.
http://pasture.ecn.purdue.edu/~laird/Dogs/Ovcharka/
Focuses on the Caucasian Mountain dog, a flock
guardian that has served as a livestock guard, a home guardian,
and a fighting dog. Includes special information on the national
club for this breed, and contact information for the Caucasian
Mountain Dog Club of America, Inc.
http://www.acpub.duke.edu/~hendrix/choosing.html
Offers guidance and suggestions to those who
are thinking about getting a dog. Includes answers to a list of
frequently asked questions. Includes a list of reading resources,
including books and links to other sites.
http://www.clark.net/pub/bdalzell/21stcent.html
Covers how to properly care for and raise a
dog. Includes tips. Discusses aspects of several different
breeds. Includes the electronic version of the Merck Veterinary
Manual and information about CompuPed, a pedigree management
program.
Gives pet owners something different to think
about-animal-assisted therapy. The author of this site details
the experience of using dogs to help reach out to the elderly and
confined individuals. The site includes links to organizations
involved in animal-assisted therapy, books and publications on
therapy dogs, and links to other dog-related sites.
Barking dogs may occasionally bite, but laughing men hardly ever shoot.
Konrad Lorenz
http://pasture.ecn.purdue.edu/~laird/Dogs/glossary.html
Presents terminology both common and uncommon
to the canine field. Provides many links to additional sites, as
well as pointers to other parts of the glossary. Also contains
contact information for Humane Societies and the American Kennel
Club.
ftp://rtfm.mit.edu/pub/usenet/news.answers/dogs.faq
Owner guides, puppy needs, health care issues,
training tips, behavior understanding, kennel clubs,
publications, resources, and much more material about man's best
friend.
http://pasture.ecn.purdue.edu/~laird/Dogs/Greyhound/
Did you know you can play a greyhound's ribs
like an air guitar? Well, not really, but at this site, you can
learn the other "Top 10" reasons you should adopt a
greyhound. This site focuses on finding homes for retired racing
greyhounds. It provides background information on the greyhound
and its history in the United States.
Provides information on the Pomeranian.
Includes links to pictures, history, and breed standards, as well
as information on other links related to the Pomeranian.
http://pasture.ecn.purdue.edu/~laird/Dogs/PWD/index.html
Offers information on the Portugese Water Dog,
also referred to as the Fisherman's Dog. Offers links to other
related sites, including the Pacific NW Portugese Water Dog Club
site, which incorporates HTML 3.0 background imaging techniques.
http://www.camme.ac.be/~cammess/www-pug/home.html
This thorough site presents the Pug dog, a
member of the Toy group. Find out why this dog is a great choice
for potential pet owners who live in a dwelling with no outdoor
yard or dog run. The site also provides a guestbook to record
comments for passers-by.
http://warthog.cns.udel.edu/richard/RhoRidge/rrfaq.html
Offers information on e-mail lists of owners of
the Ridgeback dog (sometimes called the African Lion Hound), a
native of South Africa. Presents a list of frequently asked
questions, for potential owners of Ridgebacks.
http://www.in.net/~katl/rottpage/rottie.html
Thinking of getting a Rottweiler? Check out
this site, which contains listings of Rottweilers across the
country that need a home. This site also contains smaller images
designed to identify links that provide more information.
http://www.eskimo.com/~baubo/schip.html
Includes information and pictures on the
Schipperke breed of dog (pronounced "schipperkey").
Features a list of additional sites that offer information on
canines, including medical projects and veterinary studies.
Focuses on the Tibetan Mastiff breed of dog.
Includes Tibetan Mastiff-related links to clubs, pictures,
purchasing, and information on relevant health matters.
http://wintermute.sr.unh.edu/ridgeback/ridgeback.html
Focuses on the Rhodesian breed. Contains some
links to adorable pictures of the young ridgeback and the owners
that love them. Also provides additional links to other canine
sites.
http://www.stpt.usf.edu/~greek/westies.html
Displays pictures of small terriers and doggie
cartoon images. Also provides information to other
terrier-oriented sites.
http://envirolink.org/arrs/ahimsa/tda/
The Dolphin Alliance is a citizen's action
group established in 1992 that works to preserve dolphin and
whale rights and the protection of their environment. The
Alliance has several goals, including working to stop all capture
of whales and dolphins within US waters. The group hopes to do
this through public education and legislative reform.
Serves as a simple resource for pictures and
information on dolphins, killer whales, and other marine mammals.
Includes information about Keiko (the whale in the motion picture
"Free Willy").
http://www.earthwatch.org/t/Twhales.html
The Earth Corps is tracking the migration of
marine mammals including whales and dolphins. This site provides
links to other centers conducting research, as well as to Wild
Dolphin Societies in Florida, Hawaii, and New Zealand. Take the
opportunity to sign up for one several Earth Watch expeditions in
1997 which will focus on exploring dolphin intelligence.
http://wwwa.com/dolphin/project.htm
The Wild Dolphin Project was started in 1985 to
study the history and communication systems of Atlantic spotted
dolphins in the Bahamas. The project focuses on understanding
dolphin behavior, interactions, and communication. This colorful
Web site offers information about the project and includes
photos, background info on dolphins, and information on how you
can join an expedition.
http://netvet.wustl.edu/ferrets.htm
Ferret lovers, come together! This site
contains a listing of links to other sites and other helpful info
for ferret owners, including a link to the American Ferret
Association, Inc. the California Domestic Ferret Association, and
Ferret Lover's Clubs throughout the country.
http://www.optics.rochester.edu:8080/users/pgreene/central.html
This site includes frequently asked questions
(FAQ), veterinary information, and a photo gallery of ferrets.
Includes links to a mailing list of ferret owners and links to
related sites.
http://www.next.com/Homes/dennis/~dennis/ff/faq-index.html
Straightforward Q & As on every aspect of
the care, feeding, and raising of ferrets. The site also provides
links to many other sites and FAQs about behavior, health care,
and keeping ferrets as pets. A great overall resource for the
facts on ferrets.
http://ferrett-world.csc.peachnet.edu/
Did you know there are approximately five to
seven million pet ferrets in the United States? That fact and
more can be found at this Web page, which offers a lot of
ferret-related info on topics, such as "Care and Keeping of
Domestic Ferrets," "Going on Trips with Your
Ferret," and "What Is Your Ferret Eating?" View
ferret pictures in the Photo Gallery.
http://www.modernferret.com/home.htm
This photo-filled site is a good resource for
discovering products and services available to ferret owners.
Interested pet owners can view samples of the magazine before
subscribing and order back issues. Modern Ferret proclaims
that it is a magazine produced for ferret owners, by ferret
owners.
http://petsonline.com/shelters/sff/index.html
Located in Miami, the South Florida Ferret Club
and Rescue conducts educational seminars, sponsors rescue
operations, and shelters. This site provides information on
adopting or sponsoring ferrets, photos of newly adopted pets and
recipes for ferret favorites. You are invited to submit a recipe
of your own to share with other ferret lovers.
This is a searchable database of marine,
freshwater, and aquarium fish. Information for beginners and
do-it-yourselfers on creating home aquariums. Computer software
from screen savers to games to clip art all with a marine-life
theme are also available. There are also several links to other
related sites.
http://www.wh.whoi.edu/homepage/faq.html
What is the world's largest fish? Smallest
fish? Can fish swim backwards? Whatever your question, you're
likely to find the answer at this site which is maintained by the
Northeast Fisheries Science Center.
http://www.actwin.com/fish/index.cgi
If you are interested in building or
maintaining a home aquarium this is the place to come for tips
and information. There is an extensive photo collection sorted by
type of fish, an archive of movies of aquariums, and directories
of clubs, societies, and vendors.
http://www.charweb.org/organizations/fish/INDEX.HTM
Much general information on designing, building
and maintaining aquariums. Several links to freshwater and marine
fish aquariums, societies, vendors, and public aquariums. A bonus
is a listing and links to universities and colleges which offer
aquatic curriculums. A must see if you are interested in a career
in aquaria.
http://www.rtop.com/pipes/a_i.shtml
As the name implies, this site links to public
aquariums, oceanographic institutes, and government agencies
involved in marine life, fisheries, and aquaria. There are also
links to FAQs, and a section for hobbyists with how-to's in
creating a home aquarium.
http://weblib.sask.net/subject/a/aquariums.shtml
No-nonsense site with list of FTP sites of
text-only information on aquariums and their inhabitants.
Extensive amounts of information available on all aspects of
building, maintaining, and stocking aquariums, as well as general
information about fresh and salt water fish.
http://makaha.mic.hawaii.edu:80/aquarium/
The Waikiki Aquarium has been in existence for
nearly 100 years and is the third oldest aquarium in the United
States. Visit their site for information on educational programs
from preschool to adult. Read about the interesting work done in
the shark research program for which the aquarium is noted.
http://www.mip.berkeley.edu/mvz/mvzherpe.html
Describes the MVZ reptilian/amphibian
collection, which includes more than 200,000 specimens from
around the world. Includes a few pictures. Also contains a link
to information about their animal tissue collection, which can be
used for DNA research.
http://rs306.ccs.bbk.ac.uk/flora/animals.htm#inverts
Contains an abundance of information about all
kinds of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and butterflies.
Offers many links to other animal specific sites.
http://envirolink.org/arrs/index.html
The Animal Rights Resource Site, sponsored by
the Envirolink Network, provides information for those involved
in the support of animal rights. An icon-based menu takes you to
FAQs, journals, the latest news, and extra resources. Includes
information about the annual International Animal Rights
Symposium in Washington, DC. Information on vegetarianism and
veganism also is available at this site.
While this site is designed primarily for
children, it is enjoyable and informative for all ages. It
contains a massive index of animal photos and information
pertaining to each species. The index is searchable by the common
name for an animal and by geographic location. Teachers will find
the resources pages, maps, and links to other sites useful.
Dogs, cats, birds, and amphibians are featured
on this site, along with pet rescue operations, and tips on how
individuals can aid these efforts. Also find stories, training
tips, and product information for your pets. You can even submit
your pet's photo and biographical sketch for possible publication
on the page.
http://ccwf.cc.utexas.edu/~ifza664/index.html
Did you know that the average American eats 20
chickens a year? That's according to Firsching Enterprises, the
sponsor of this site. This page includes other "cool chicken
facts" and "great chicken connections" (links to
other sites/info). Contains links to information on the history
of chickens, the poultry industry, and how to raise and care for
chickens. Also offers hen and rooster .WAV sound files.
http://www.nceet.snre.umich.edu/EndSpp/Endangered.html
Provides information on endangered species.
Contains a large list of extinct species and clickable image maps
that identify at-risk species by region.
Online exotic pet shop. Specializes in birds,
reptiles, frogs, ferrets, iguanas, snakes, hedgehogs,
chinchillas, emus, fish, turtles, chameleons, sugar gliders, wolf
dogs, rabbits, and more. Enables you to place classified ads for
buying or selling (for a $10.00 fee). Also includes an Online
Exotic Pet Breeder Directory.
http://www.tezcat.com/~ermiller/getapet.html
This sight will come in handy for those who are
thinking of getting a dog or cat and need advice on where/how to
get started. The site offers information on choosing a breed,
descriptions of different types of animal shelters, advice on why
you should avoid pet stores, and the truth about puppy mills.
Includes links to related sites.
The House Rabbit Society is a non-profit
organization that works to rescue abandoned rabbits and find
permanent homes for them. The Society also educates the public
and assists humane societies. This Web site offers information
about rabbits that are available for adoption, plus pictures and
bios. It also offers links to Web sites of HRS local chapters,
and provides general information about rabbits as house pets.
http://www.CyberArk.com/animal/telepath.htm
Do you believe humans can communicate
telepathically with pets? If so, you're not alone. This site
describes one dog owner's experiences in communicating
telepathically with her dog, and includes submissions by other
pet owners who detail similar communications with their animals.
This page also refers you to reading material on the subject,
videos, and workshops around the country on inter-species
communication.
http://secondnature.com/nature.htm
This photo- and graphics-laden site features
photographic artwork of animals in their natural habitat. It also
includes screen savers of nature shots that users can
download-for a small fee. Includes photos of other nature venues,
and links to other sites about nature and travel.
Man is the most intelligent of the animals-and the most silly.
Diogenes
http://www.pet-vet.com/index.htm
Authored by Lowell Ackermann, a board-certified
veterinary dermatologist and author of 34 books on animal health,
this site provides answers to owner's questions about their pets'
health.
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/edwilliams/
For pet owners who are grieving over the death
of a pet or an ill pet, this site offers support and
encouragement. One highlight is the Monday Evening Candle
Ceremony, a weekly event in which people across the country (who
have lost a pet) light candles in memory of their departed
companions. The site also includes the Rainbow Bridge story,
which provides an answer to the question: "Where do our pets
go when they die?" (You might want to keep a tissue handy
for this one.)
http://www.mit.edu:8001/people/klund/bunny/bunny.html
PetBunny, which includes a mailing list for
rabbit owners, is an open forum for people who are interested in
discussing rabbits. The discussion includes such topics as diet,
behavior, and medical problems. The site includes a few links to
specific rabbit home pages.
http://www.primenet.com/~meggie/bridge.htm
This site, which offers an outlet for grieving
pet owners, includes poems, tributes, and photos from owners who
want to share memories of animals. Visitors can also access links
to pages that contain tributes to specific dogs, cats, and birds.
http://www.wmwoods.edu/asb/asb.htm
Anyone interested in horses, and show horses in
particular, will enjoy viewing the video clips of the various
gaits displayed during competitions. Detailed descriptions and
diagrams of the horse's structure and history of the breed are
also featured. The site includes a small photo gallery and links
to saddlebred horse museums and national organizations.
http://www.wsmith.com/equilinq/
Provides sales information about horses and
horse-related gear. Includes links to the red bluff bull and
gelding sale and access to the online magazine Ride!.
If you're looking for a horse to buy, or need a
saddle or other riding gear, the Horse Zone might be what you're
looking for. This site contains that information and more. Home
of the Equestrian Resource Center, this page contains a listing
of classified ads, a discussion group, and a photo gallery of
horses.
http://www.spyder.net/horseadvice/
This Web site serves as a clearinghouse for
articles and products on horse-related topics. Includes a
discussion forum, classifieds, and links to other sites.
Horsenet offers information on equestrian
vacations worldwide and videos of the 1996 Olympic equestrian
events. A large classified section offers breeding, sale, and
equipment information as well as dates and locations of upcoming
shows like Equine Affaire-The Great American Horse Exposition.
http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/library/equine.html
This strictly-basics Web site provides a
listing of horse resources, including information on breeds and
selection, horse publications, publications on diseases,
disorders, and parasites of the horse, and general information
such as behavior and training, buying a horse, care and horse
shoeing, nutrition and feeding, and more.
Join a discussion group, learn how to raise
butterflies, or become part of the efforts to preserve butterfly
habitats. The impressive photo gallery will help you identify the
various species of moths and butterflies and you can visit many
butterfly gardens and zoos.
http://www.bos.n/home/bij/makers/ento/begin.html
This is a great starting place for anyone
interested in learning about insects. With the use of graphics
and simple, straightforward text, the anatomy and metamorphosis
of insects are explained. Links are provided to other entomology
sites for further exploration.
Insects in poetry, literature, and music?
Discover how these creatures have played a part in the arts and
humanities down through the ages. The issue of Cultural
Entomology, available at this site, includes photographs,
essays, and links to additional sites in Hawaii, California, and
Brazil.
http://www.ent.iastate.edu/imagegallery.html
They may not win an Academy Award, but the Tick
and Beetle movies that can be viewed at this website are a
fascinating look at the lives of these industrious creatures. The
site also contains an entomology index and special features on
mosquitoes, lice, and corn borers.
'Yuckiest' is not a distinction many Web sites
would want, but Wendall the Worm and Rodney the Roach take great
pride in introducing you to their world. Read all the exciting
facts about the creepy crawlers then take the Cockroachworld
Quiz. Let Rodney give you the lowdown on all his friends
including the earthworm and the bearded worm. A lot of fun as
well as informative.
Sponsored by the American Veterinary Medical
Association, this site is an excellent source for information on
caring for your pet. There is a health section where children can
print out pages to color, each with an activity or advice on
feeding, training, or basic care. Pet owners are invited to
submit a photo and/or story about their pet.
This site features a pet care library of
information on behavior, common health problems, nutrition, and
general care. The American Animal Hospital Association also
provides a geographic locator guide for pet hospitals and tips on
choosing a vet.
http://www.teleport.com/~dstroy/frogland.html
What's the difference between a toad and a
frog? This is just one of the FAQs answered on this fun, factual
site. You can select sound bytes from a library of frog calls and
learn about keeping frogs and toads as pets.
http://www.shadeslanding.com/jas/
Jason has assembled an impressive list of
Internet sites on the subjects of frogs, snakes, turtle, and even
crocodiles. He also provides ordering information for both
products and animals and a snake care sheet to keep your pet
snake healthy.
http://www2.cy-net.net/~maxntim/index.html
The Longhorn Lizard Ranch breeds and sells many
varieties of lizards. Their Web site provides an index of care
sheets for many these species, including such exotic reptiles as
the bearded dragon. View the photo gallery and link to other
reptile sites.
http://gto.ncsa.uiuc.edu/pingleto/herp.html
View the close-up photos and detailed
information provided on this Life List which includes newts,
salamanders, lizards, terrapins, and much more. Take a photo tour
of the Shawnee National Forest, the dwelling place of the
cottonmouth water moccasin.
http://www.npsc.nbs.gov/resource/distr/herps/amrepnd/amrepnd.htm#contents
From the Northern Prairie Skink to the Tiger
Salamander, this site includes photographs, concise explanations
of each species, maps showing locations in North Dakota where
each type of reptile has been captured and the likely range of
habitat.
http://falcon.cc.ukans.edu/~gpisani/SSAR.html
Founded in 1958, the Society for the Study of
Amphibians & Reptiles is the world's largest international
herpetological society. Find out about meeting dates, membership,
publications, and conservation efforts of this group.
http://www.Webcom.com/~iwcwww/whale_adoption/waphome.html
Learn how you can adopt a humpback whale for
yourself or as a gift for a friend. View photos of humpback
whales and learn how the whaling industry is threatening the
survival of this species. Features "Whalewatch," a
newsletter of the Whale Adoption Project.
http://kingfish.ssp.nmfs.gov/songs.html
Presents the sounds of whales. Includes a small
archive of audio files.
http://www.physics.helsinki.fi/whale/
Serves as the whale-watchers network on the
Internet. Offers pictures, information about whales, information
about countries around which whales are active.
http://whales.magna.com.au/home.html
Children will really enjoy viewing the many
photographs of whales and then sending a description of their
favorite one via e-mail. They'll also find drawings submitted by
children, song lyrics, news stories, and even an Exit Exam! The
photo galleries and whale watching updates are a big plus.
http://tavi.acomp.usf.edu/foxbox/
This colorful, graphics-filled, and
award-winning site gives you the scoop on everything you ever
needed to know about the fox. Points you to articles, books,
stories, songs, and poems, photos, and more. Great site for kids
and adults alike.
http://gaia.earthwatch.org/ed/olr/animal.html
How many carnivore species live in the tropical
dry forests of southwestern Mexico? Scientists are attempting to
answer this and many other questions through the projects they
discuss on this Web site. Maintained by Earthwatch, the site also
includes photographs of such animals as mountain lions, moose,
and wolves.
http://rodie.animal.uwc.edu/Documents/RSAdir/Fauna.html
A great feature on this site is the detailed
map of South Africa. View photographs of warthogs taken in the
Kruger National Park and Reserve. Other national parks are
featured along with an assortment of animals of South Africa.
http://pilot.msu.edu/user/nixonjos/index.htm/index.htm
Great photos and a lot of fun facts about
armadillos. Find out how armadillos are being used in research to
cure leprosy and visit the Fast Facts file which dispels some of
the common misconceptions about these armored mammals.
Listen to an audio tape of 'Bat Chat', explore
the Educator's Activity book, or read the annual report of Bat
Conservation International to learn of their accomplishments in
preservation, education, and research. Visit the "Masters of
the Night Exhibit" to find out the truth about bats.
http://www2.portage.net/~dmiddlet/bears/index.html
This site, which contains a wealth of
information and photos about bears, provides up-to-date
information about initiatives to protect endangered grizzlies.
Describes the evolution of bears and details the different
species, including the Brown, Polar, and Panda bears. Includes a
link to The Cub Den, a new Web site for children that contains
bear info geared to young readers. A sound file enables you to
hear a bear roar.
http://www.cuug.ab.ca:8001/~scholefp/swiftfox.html
Focuses on reintroducing the swift fox species
back into the wild. Stylish, colorful, and contains good reading.
Includes links to other sites, such as the International Wildlife
Coalition and the African Wild Dog Conservation Fund.
http://www.afhe.ualberta.ca/deer
Focuses on the impact of humans on Canadian
wildlife and their habitats. Provides interesting facts on the
grizzly and livestock diversification. Provides some species
information including the white tail deer, which can be found in
every state in the Continental US.
http://www.rr.ualberta.ca/~lmorgant/grizzly.html
Concerned about human land use and grizzly bear
mortality, environmental groups and other agencies formed the
Eastern Slopes Grizzly Bear Steering Committee in 1994. This
group works to identify and implement research that will predict
the effects of development on grizzly bears. This site describes
the Committee's activities and also includes photos of grizzlies.
http://www.gorp.com/gorp/activity/wildlife.htm
Provides information about almost any
conceivable animal-related topic-from bird watching to
protection/preservation societies, including the US National
Parks, US National Forests, US National Monuments, and US Fish
and Wildlife Service.
http://www.csulb.edu/~persepha/hyena.html
Focuses on the much maligned and misunderstood
spotted hyena, a carnivore that roams the deserts of Africa.
Includes lots of photos. This award-winning site garnered the
"Point Survey Top Five Percent of the Web."
http://rubens.anu.edu.au/student.projects/rabbits/wildanim.html
Provides detailed information on Australian
wildlife evolution. Takes an intriguing look at the impact of
animals, such as the cane toad, English starling, rabbit, and
fox, that were introduced into the Australian ecosystem-and
subsequently altered the habitat of the wildlife already there.
http://www.execpc.com/~slc/k-m.html
Contains information about Galloway cattle and
Targhee sheep. Describes a farming technique called Management
Intensive Grazing. Interesting site for those curious about
cattle and sheep farming.
http://www.ran.org/ran/kids_action/animals.html#pagetop
This site gives a kid's-eye view of the animals
from the tropical Rainforest, one of the oldest ecosystems of the
world. Explains why more species live in the Rainforest than any
other area of the world. Answers other frequently asked
questions.
http://www.webcom.com/~degraham/
This site focuses on llamas, the South American
camelid. Contains pictures of llamas, the lineage of specific
llamas, and all about llama shows, products, literature, and
llama associations. The site has been voted among the top five
percent of Web sites by Point Communications, and also received a
four-star rating by Magellan.
http://www.bev.net/education/SeaWorld/manatee/manatees.html
Provides information on the habits, habitat,
diet, and just about anything else you would want to know about
the manatee. Sponsored by Sea World Education Department, this
site also contains links to Sea World of Florida, Texas,
California, and Ohio.
http://www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/
Showcases a comprehensive list of the various
breeds of livestock, including cattle, goats, horses, sheep, and
swine. Sponsored by the Department of Animal Science, Oklahoma
State University, this site also provides background information
and terminology on animal breeds.
http://www.stud.unit.no:80/~sveinw/arctic/wild.html
Offers links to arctic wildlife and resources,
including wolves, foxes, polar bears, and Antarctic life.
Provides information on marine turtles, which
are larger and more interesting than the ones from the store.
Also points out that marine turtles are endangered and explains
the issue, including how you can help.
http://www.greywolf.com/wolf.html
Lists wolf resources and provides special
reports on wolf-related news throughout the country.
Provides the history and mission of the
International Wolf Center. Features links to related sites and a
searchable telemetry database of the movements of wolves through
the Superior National Forest. Includes a chance to listen to the
howl of the wolf, pictures of wolves, and links to newsgroups
that cover wolves.
This site provides information on wolves and
wolf recovery, as well as Native American info, amateur radio,
and more. Provides updates on brutality incidents against wolves.
Includes wolf photos and graphics.
http://www.batnet.com/wombat/animals.html
Serves as a resource site for marsupials as
well as other kinds of existing and extinct species in the animal
kingdom.
http://elvis.neep.wisc.edu/~firmiss/mephitis-didelphis.html
Do you know the difference between a possum and
an opossum? Find out about that and other interesting facts at
this Web site. Contains drawings and newsgroup information, skunk
and possum trivia, stories, photos, further reading, and a little
historical perspective about these two critters.
http://www.loomcom.com/raccoons
Features pictures, stories about raccoons,
raccoon wildlife management, and links to a raccoon lovers'
mailing list.
The World Wildlife Fund is the world's largest
independent conservation organization. Read of the history and
activities of the WWF and their mission and goals to the year
2000. Also find Weekly Earth Reports, fact sheets, project
reports, and a searchable database of publications.
This site focuses on conservation efforts in Canada by the World Wildlife Fund. A FOR KIDS ONLY section introduces children to preservation and conservation and how they can help. The site includes detailed maps of Canada, fact sheets about endangered species, and links to other environmental sites.
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