Mammals of the United States Essays

The Stone Marten is very common throughout Germany and the continent of Europe itself. They’re territorial and solitary so they mostly live on their own. Natterer’s Bat Natterer’s Bats most commonly inhabit open woodland and parks. In these areas they roost in trees, caves, or crevices in buildings. After roosting during the day they’ll forage at night for spiders, beetles, and other small insects. Wild Boar The Wild Boar is widely distributed around the world. In numerous places

The eagle of the United States is one that can be easily recognized, its white head and tail, eight feet of wings, penetrating eyes, massive hook bill and powerful claws make it unmistakable among American birds. The name Eagle Bald is an inappropriate name, The bird is not bald. The use of "bald" in his name is a shortening of the word "foot", which describes something that is spotted or patches, referring to the contrasting dark body of the eagle and white head and tail. The Mexican eagle is called

The successful return of sea otters on North America’s west coast Though the Gold Rush of 1849 is considered one of California’s significant historical events, the Californian Fur Rush is much overlooked in Pacific America’s history. Dating as far back as 1741, the Californian and Alaskan coasts were targeted by American, English, Spanish, French and Russian fur traders harvesting the warm pelts of the sea otter, fur seal, beaver, river otter, marten, fisher, mink, fox, weasel, and harbor seal.

the 49th state to be added to the United states of America on January 3, 1959. To give some background information on Alaska, her are some facts. The name Alaska comes from the Aleut Indian word alaxsxaq which means ‘mainland’ or ‘great land’ (Alaska: Facts, Map and State Symbol). Covering 21% of the United States, Alaska has an area of 663,300 miles (Alaska: Facts, Map and State Symbol). Even though Alaska is a bit out of the way, it still inhabits about 700,000 people. Juneau is the state capital

place in the Gulf of Mexico on April 20, 2010 and has been described as the worst environmental disaster in the United States as it released about 2 million gallons of crude oil which killed and injured thousands of sea turtles and marine mammals. Bird’s feathers were coated in oil causing birds to lose their ability to float in water and their ability to maintain body temperature, mammals could have consumed oil, which causes ulcers and internal bleeding, sea turtles were drenched in oil, and dead

birds, mosquitoes, humans, horses, and other mammals, with birds being the primary vector and mammals as incidental hosts. The virus was first detected in the West Nile region of Uganda in 1937 but a woman who was experiencing an unusually high fever. The ecology of the disease

plastics, and other materials. Most of the oil is drilled out from under the sea floor. Offshore oil in the Gulf of Mexico is a major source of oil in the United States. Some of the major areas that oil is drilled in the United States is in the western and central Gulf of Mexico which includes Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama, of the United States. Oil spills are fatal for plants and animals. The oil is toxic and it can cause a massive loss of species that live in and around the sea. Oil spill

Californian has been affected by water pollution with many large over spills in recent history. On May 19, 2015, a crude oil pipeline spilled into the ocean at Refugio State Beach in Santa Barbara County. The spill resulted in 4.2 million gallons of crude oil spilling into the ocean and nearby shores. This disaster has been a catalyst for the modern environmental movement (California Coastal Commission). Oil spills are environmental disasters that harm animals, fish, and ruins habitats. In oil spills

The United States of America abounds with beautiful scenery, amazing natural resources, and fascinating animals. Each state can boast of its unique natural resources. The state of Alaska provides an abundant habitat for numerous species of mammals, fish, and birds. Many species of mammals reside in Alaska. One is of the bear species, the black bear. Black bears have a medium to heavy frame with large ears and powerful limbs. The black bear has a coat that can differentiate from brown, cinnamon

The United States of America abounds with beautiful scenery, amazing natural resources, and fascinating animals. One of these states is Alaska. Alaska has an amazing ecosystem that holds many creatures. The state of Alaska provides an abundant habitat for numerous species of mammals, fish, and birds. Many species of mammals reside in Alaska. One is of the bear species, the black bear. Black bears have a medium to heavy frame with large ears and powerful limbs. The black bear has a coat that can

rich in ecological abundance that supports activities such as commercial and recreational fishing, habitat for a number of waterfowl, migratory birds, reptiles and amphibians. In addition, it has five of the top 12 ports (per cargo volume) in the United States. It is a major supplier of US natural gas and oil power and home to more than 2 million people - nearly half of the state's population. The Louisiana coast has wetlands and estuaries and several ecosystem services for habitat for breeding, spawning

I dose not just stop there. In "Smuggled, Beaten and Drugged: The Illicit Global Ape Trade" by Jeffery Gettlemen, a winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 2012 for international reporting, is The Times's South Asia bureau chief, based in New Delhi, he states that " Ape trafficking is a little-known corner of the illicit wildlife trade, a global criminal enterprise that hauls in billions of dollars." (9) Many countries have checkpoints for these

William’s Sound, in Alaska when the Exxon oil tanker, Valdez, grounded, which raptured its hull, causing the crude oil that was collected from Prudhoe Bay to completely drain out into the reef. Prudhoe Bay, in Alaska, is the largest oil field in the United States, and even North America, covering a total of 213,543 acres. Before the 2010 Deepwater Horizon spill in the Gulf of Mexico, the Exxon Valdez oil spill was the largest oil spill in history. The Deepwater Horizon spill, however, in comparison to

Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammalia Order: Artiodactyla Family: Antilocapridae Genus:Antilocapra Species: Antilocapra americana Scientific name meaning: American Goat-Antelope Range: Canada, Mexico, and the United States Habitat: “The pronghorn live in grasslands, brushlands, and deserts.” Description: The pronghorn has a deer-like body. It weighs between 90 and 120 pounds and stands about 31/2 feet tall from shoulder to feet. It has a tan to a reddish brown body. Its cheeks, belly

several American states in 2002, but its natural habitat is based in southern and eastern Asia. Northern snakeheads were transported to the waters of America by being sold from pet stores and live food fish markets, followed by being released into the wild. The northern snakehead fish threatens and competes for the native species’ resources and habitat. The northern snakehead preys on zooplankton, smaller fish, fish larvae, crustaceans, frogs, insects, small reptiles, and even small mammals and birds.

origin of ancestors, birth place, cultural characteristics, physical characteristics, and the surrounding environment which the individual is in daily contact. In any case, race is an imperative issue that is certainly not just exclusively in the United States, but has considerable global influence throughout history in countries that has participated in colonization. Both the book Living Color by Nina G. Jablonski and the Haviland textbook discuss how race, origin of race and racism, skin color, and

In the United States an estimated 26 million animals are used for testing each year. This includes both scientific and commercial uses. Animal testing is used for testing medical treatments, checking safety of products intended for human use, determine toxicity of medications, and numerous other commercial, biomedical, and health care issues. With testing there are many positives and negatives, however unfortunately neither side tips the scale to please everyone. There is no clear way to please scientists

America has many things to offer its inhabitants. Some of such include the natural wonders of the world that stretch from coast to coast. These natural wonders make up some of the most impressive landscapes that mankind has ever known. Not only will you see phenomenal sights and a wide array of species, but you will also experience history in the making. The many national parks that makes up America leave a lasting impression on all those that visit, beginning with the history of the park and finishing

Americans love their pets. About seven out of ten households own at least one animal, with dogs and cats the being most common, followed by fish, birds, and small mammals. It is ironic, then, how the same species we keep as pets are among the most common of animals to be tested upon. “Animal testing” is the term used for procedures done on animals for the basis of research. This research includes, but is not limited to, determining the symptoms and possible causes of diseases, assessing the potency

Did you know that according to the National Park Service, in the mid 1970s the Greater Yellowstone region only inhabited about 136 grizzly bears (United States)? A. The Federal Government quickly protected them under the Endangered Species Act, and that is still in force today. B. The population has grown to approximately 839 bears in 2014 (United States) II. [Establish Controversy/Justify Topic] It is expected that by the end of 2015 the federal government will determine whether or not the grizzly