Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammalia Order: Artidactyla Family: Camelidae Genus: Vicugna Species: Vicugna pacos Alpaca (Vicugna Pacos) Studied by: Rebecca Littleton Introduction When I moved into my new home in November 2011, I noticed a creature across the street from my house watching me. I assumed that it was a … Continue reading
Kingdom: Animilia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammilia Order: Rodentia Family: Muridae Subfamily: Murinae Genus: Rattus Species: Rattus Norvegicus Origin: Although rattus norvegicus translates to “Norwegian rat”, it is a misnomer. They are believed to have originated from central China. … Continue reading
Canis Lupus Familiarus Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammalia Order: Carnivora Family: Canidae Genus: Canis Domestic animal Observed in Urban back yard. Global Pet. Introduction: My work this quarter was centered on Ranger; a black and gray Miniature Schnauzer. … Continue reading
Canis lupus familiaris Introduction: I am a cat person through and through. However, for this project I decided to walk on the other side of the road, and I met just the dogs to help me. Throughout this project I … Continue reading
Mescocricetus Auratus studied by: Krystle Arrowsmith Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammalia Genus: Mesocricetus Species: M. auratus Place of Observation: Domestic Original Geographic Site: Syria Introduction: I have always had hamsters growing up and I … Continue reading