Char Pei – Nani
Nani (means Beautiful in hawiian)
"Nani means beautiful, but she’s so much more!"
2008-06-27
Here’s what Tiffany says about Nani:
"Nani came from a breeder that posted her on Petfinder.com I got Nani and her papers for free. She is the more traditional chinese type with less wrinkles and smaller head. Nani has been nothing but a joy since I have gotten her. Nani is learning to be a protection dog at this time and doing very well but she still loves to be her goofy ol self and run around and sniff the flowers.
She got to meet the local fire department and they want a mini pei for a fire dog now!! the chief told them no.. Nani is one spoiled girl she has her fancy collar and gets anything and everything she wants, being an only child.
I have a friend thats scared of dogs and she will walk around and growl and talk to him and follow him just to make him jump. She loves messing with people. Oh and bugs better watch out with Nani on the watch. We are finally learning that when you smash the bug it stops playing and its not fun anymore. Then she feels bad and lays by it and stares at it like ok Im sorry please play. "
Himalayan Rabbits
June 27, 2008 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Small Pets
Himalayan Rabbit
"This rabbit is white as a younster, getting brown highlights as it grows up!"
6/25/2008
If you’re looking for a rabbit that loves to sit in your lap or be carried around, the Himalayan is the rabbit for you!
The Himalayan rabbits are known for being one of the best pet rabbits. They are very calm, easygoing, and easy to handle. Himalayans are not demanding, but they do enjoy attention from humans. Their coats are easy to care for, so the only thing about them that requires great care is keeping their cages clean…
Freshwater Lionfish
June 26, 2008 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Freshwater fish
Freshwater Lionfish or Toadfish"What fish looks like a stone, but eats like a toad?"
6/24/2008
Though this critter is called the Freshwater Lionfish
, it is actually much more of a brackish water fish… or even saltwater!
No one is quite sure how this species received the common name of Freshwater Lionfish. They are not related to the saltwater Lionfish family and fortunately, are not venomous like the saltwater Lionfish. Probably someone with an overactive imagination couldn’t pronounce Batrachomoeus trispinosus and needed to call them something! In Australian common name for them is the Three-spine Frogfish…
Needle Nose Gar
June 25, 2008 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Freshwater fish
Needle Nose Gar
"I know I’m called a ‘Barracuda’, but I’m actually a pretty nice guy!"6/10/2008
The surface dwelling Needle Nose Gar resembles a twig
floating in the water, and so sometimes is called a Stickfish!
This Needle Nose Gar, also called the Freshwater Garfish or Silver Needlefish, is not a gar at all but is actually one of the few freshwater members of the needlefish family. The common name of gar is used because there are similarities between this fish and the true gars. True gars are illegal to keep in many areas so this fish makes a good, legal substitute….
Chinchillas – Fiona and Juno
June 24, 2008 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Cute Pets, Small Pets
Fiona and Juno
"Cuteness often comes in pairs!"
2008-06-15
Here’s what Virginia says about Fiona and Juno:
"They are both so cute and cuddly! They always love to run around to the couch!"
"Fiona and Juno look so great together! I bet you really enjoy the company of these guys and that they are best of freinds. Thanks for sharing them here."
Arapaima – The Largest freshwater fish
June 23, 2008 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Freshwater fish
Arapaima
"This is the LARGEST freshwater fish in the WORLD!"
6/10/2008
The Arapaima is considered by many to be the largest strictly freshwater fish in the world!
The Arapaima, also known as Pirarucu, are beautiful, but they are a fish that can get up to 15 feet long. They are fast growers, powerful swimmers, and in the wild will jump out of the water to snatch small birds from low hanging tree branches. Because of its large size this is probably not really a good choice for a home pet, but is well suited for a public aquarium.
African Tiger Fish
June 20, 2008 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Freshwater fish
African Tiger Fish
"I might look mellow, but I’m a TIGER at heart!"
6/8/2008
Although the African Tiger Fish is a characin, it certainly is not your typical tetra!
The unusual looking African Tiger Fish grows to an impressive size and is definitely a specialty fish. With a maximum size of 3½ feet and over 60 pounds, this limits who will able to keep one as they would need an aquarium upwards of a 1000 gallons. This fish is best suited for a public aquarium.
| What’s in the name? |
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| Hydrocynus |
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"water dog "
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| vittatus |
means
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"striped"
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One look at those teeth lets you know that the African Tiger Fish is a voracious predator. They are related to the Piranha, but get much larger. They can… (more)
Fancy Rat – Vanessa
June 18, 2008 by drjungle
Filed under Catch All, Cute Pets, Small Pets
Vanessa
"Cuteness that surpasses all
understanding."
2008-06-15
Here’s what Van Houcke Glenn says about Vanessa:
"Vanessa is a pet rat with a dog’s mind i think, because when i come home, she runs out of her nest to greet me. And when i try to give her a cookie, instead of biting a little piece from it , she grabs it with her 2 little paws and tries to drag it away from me, and she won’t give up untill i let it go. Recently she had 9 babies, which, to my surprise, all survived and are now growing hair 
And lucky for me she’s a great mother as well! And her cuteness goes beyond my understanding, even if i’m mad she makes me laugh..
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"It sounds like Vanessa is a great companion and cuter than a “bugs ear” so to speak. It is amazing how rats can be the greatest of pets, they are intelligent, companionable, and cute all at the same time. Thanks for sharing her here."
Malagasy Giant Hognosed Snake
Malagasy Giant Hognosed (Leioheterodon madagascariensis) is the largest of the three species of Xenodonids found in Madagascar. The Giant hognosed snake is the most common of the three species, owing no doubt to its magnificent size and gentle demeanor.
I am keeping two of this species of snake. (Pillan)
Our Homepage
June 17, 2008 by Pillan
Filed under Animal News, Reptiles
Dr. Jungle says… “Please welcome Pillan our friend from Sweden. I have asked her to post some of her most excellent pictures of wildlife native to Sweden. Check out her homepage. Thanks Pillan!
“This is our homepage, its not completely ready yet but we have some pictures of our animals and some photoes on animals out in the nature here in Sweden.”
www.herptilia.se
