Tubifex worms, also known as Mud worms, Sludge worms, or Sewage worms, are a species of aquatic annelid worms that can be found in rivers, streams, and sewage treatment plants. They are commonly...

Hottentotta hottentotta, commonly known as the Congo scorpion, is a medium-sized scorpion with relatively potent venom which can cause some intensive pain for several hours. These scorpions...

The Least Killifish (Heterandia formosa) is prolific, live-bearing, and one of the smallest fish in North America. Surprisingly, for it being a native fish and very hardy, this species is not...

Elodea canadensis, commonly known as American Elodea or Canadian Pondweed, is a blessing for aquarists and a nightmare for the populations of native aquatic plant species. Elodea canadensis is...

The Ecuadorian hermit crab (Coenobita compressus) is one of the smallest terrestrial hermit crabs that are commonly kept as pets. The Ecuadorian hermit crabs have specific requirements for...

The body of any snail is attached to the shell by muscles. So, if a snail loses its shell, it is a sign that something is seriously wrong with its health. Snails cannot live without their...