Classification of Proteus (Olm) Geographical distribution Habit and habitat General Characteristics of Proteus (Olm) Ecological Importance The Proteus, or olm (Proteus anguinus), is an aquatic salamander endemic to the caves of Southeastern Europe, particularly the Dinaric Alps. Its ecological importance stems from its role in maintaining the balance and health of the unique and fragile […]
Classification of Necturus (Mud Puppy) Geographical distribution Habit and habitat General Characteristics of Necturus Ecological Importance Necturus, commonly known as mudpuppies or waterdogs, are fully aquatic salamanders found in freshwater ecosystems of North America. These amphibians play an important role in the ecology of the aquatic environments they inhabit. Below is an overview of their
Classification of Uraeotyphlus Geographical distribution Habit and habitat General Characteristics of Uraeotyphlus Ecological Importance Conservation Status: Special features Identification
Classification of Ichthyophis Geographical distribution Ichthyophis is distributed in tropical regions and found in Sri Lanka, Philippines, Borneo, Java, Scychelles, Mexico to Argentina and India (Mysore) and is the only representative of Gymnophiona living today in tropical countries. Habit and habitat Ichthyophis lives in burrows and leads a fussorial life in moist ground. The animal
Classification of Chimaera (Rat Fish) Geographical distribution They inhabits the European coasts from Norway to Portugal, Japan and North America. Upper Devonian to Recent. Habit and habitat It is found at the depth of 350 to 2200 metres and eats fish, invertebrates and seaweeds. General Characteristics of Chimaera (Rat Fish) Economic importance The Ratfish, also
Classification of Myliobatis (Eagle Ray) Geographical distribution Myliobatis is found in tropical and sub-tropical regions, in Mediterranean andeastern and southern coast& of England. Upper Jurassic to Recent. Habit and habitat Myliobatis is found in sea water. It is viviparous and carnivorous. It feeds on small organisms, crustaceans and molluscs. General Characteristics of Myliobatis (Eagle Ray)
Classification of Trygon (Dasyatis) Geographical distribution Trygon is abundantly distributed in tropical regions of the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. It has been reported from India, Japan, China, North America, Australia and South America. Upper Jurrassic to Recent. Habit and habitat Trygon is found lying quietly on the sea bottom. It occasionally swims to change the
Classification of Skate Fish Geographical distribution Skate fish is found in almost all temperate sea waters. Most of the species belonging to the genus Raja are abundantly distributed in northern hemisphere, Arctic and Antarctic regions. Upper Jurassic to Recent. Habit and habitat Skate fish is marine, sluggish, bottom-dwelling fish. It is carnivorous, feeding on small
Classification of Rhinobatus (Guitar Fish) Geographical distribution Rhinobatus has been reported from west coast of Africa, Indian Ocean, Australia, China, Atlantic and Pacific coasts of America and Galapagos. Mostly distributed in tropical and sub-tropical seas. Upper Jurassic to Recent. Habit and habitat It is a bottom dweller. General Characteristics of Rhinobatus (Guitar Fish) Economic importance
Classification of Pristis (Saw Fish) Geographical distribution Pristis is found in tropical and sub-tropical regions. Indian form ascends beyond tidal zones. It is reported from America, Gulf of Mexico, Lower Mississippi, the Mediterranean sea and Atlantic waters. Upper Jurassic to Recent. Habit and habitat Pristis is a warm water marine type. It is predacious, feeding
Cephalodiscus is a small genus of sessile hemichordates belonging to the class Pterobranchia. These colonial, tube-dwelling marine organisms are known for their unique lifestyle, in which individuals live within secreted tubular structures attached to rocky or deep-sea substrates. Each zooid possesses a set of feathery arms used for filter feeding. Although they are relatively simple
Rhabdopleura belongs to the class Pterobranchia and represents one of the simplest living hemichordates. It lives in colonies on hard marine substrates and secretes delicate tubes, called coenecia, in which individual zooids reside. Each zooid extends its tentaculated arms to filter feed, capturing suspended particles from the surrounding water. Because it shares important features with
Saccoglossus is a genus of acorn worms belonging to the class Enteropneusta under the phylum Hemichordata. These worms live in shallow marine habitats, where they burrow through sandy or muddy substrates while feeding on organic particles. They play an important role in sediment turnover and nutrient recycling. Because Saccoglossus exhibits key hemichordate characteristics—such as the
Classification of Talpa (Mole) Geographical distribution Talpa is found in India (Assam) and the western Himalayas. Cretaceous to Recent. Habit and habitat General Characteristics of Talpa (Mole) Special Features Identification
Classification of Erinaceus (Hedgehog) Geographical distribution Habit and habitat General Characteristics of Erinaceus (Hedgehog) Special Features Identification
Classification of Macropus (Kangaroo) Geographical distribution Habit and habitat General Characteristics of Macropus (Kangaroo) Special features Identification
Classification of Echidna (Spiny Anteater) Geographical distribution Habit and habitat General Characteristics of Echidna (Spiny Anteater) Special features Identification
Classification of Ornithorhynchus (Platypus) Geographical distribution Found in South Eastern Australia and Tasmania. Triassic to Recent. Habit and habitat It is a native of rivers, pools and creeks. It burrows to 12 to 15 metres along the river banks. It feeds on fresh-water invertebrates, carried in cheek pouches. General Characteristics of Ornithorhynchus (Platypus) Special Features
Psittacula eupatria, commonly known as the Alexandrine Parakeet, is one of the largest and most striking parakeets of South and Southeast Asia. Recognized by its long tail, powerful red beak, and the characteristic maroon shoulder patch, the species thrives in forests, farmlands, and urban green spaces. Highly intelligent and social, Alexandrine Parakeets form strong pair
Columba livia, commonly known as the Rock Pigeon or Rock Dove, is one of the most widespread bird species in the world. Originally native to cliffs and rocky habitats of Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, it has successfully adapted to urban environments across the globe. Known for its remarkable homing ability, varied plumage, and
