Lawn grubs are small, white, C-shaped larvae that feast on the roots of grass. If you suspect you have lawn grubs, look for brown patches in your lawn that feel spongy when you walk on them. The best time to control lawn grubs is in late summer or early fall, when they’re actively feeding on…
Lash mites are tiny, spider-like creatures that live on your eyelashes and feed on your skin cells. They’re so small that you can’t see them with the naked eye, but if you look closely, you may be able to spot them crawling around on your lashes. Lash mites are usually harmless, but they can sometimes…
Land snails are gastropod mollusks that belong to the class Gastropoda. They have a soft, unsegmented body that is usually 2-6 cm in length and is covered by a hard shell. The shell is often coiled and can be brightly colored. Land snails are found on every continent except Antarctica. Most land snails are herbivorous,…
Kunekune pigs are a heritage breed of domestic pig from New Zealand. They are small, stocky animals with short legs and a distinctive wattle or fleshy ornament on the neck. The name kunekune is derived from the Maori words meaning “fat” and “round”. Kunekune pigs are docile by nature and make excellent pets. They are…
Kuhli loaches are a type of freshwater fish that originate from Southeast Asia. They are a popular choice for aquariums because of their small size and peaceful nature. Kuhlis are bottom-dwellers and prefer to live in groups, so they make good tank mates for other community fish. As far as diet goes, kuhlis are omnivorous…
The koala is a marsupial that is found in Australia. The name “koala” comes from the Aboriginal Australian word meaning “no drink”. Koalas are about the size of a house cat and have gray fur with white on their chests. They have large ears and noses, and strong claws for climbing trees. Koalas eat eucalyptus…
In the wild, kit foxes are carnivores and eat a variety of small prey. Their diet consists mainly of rodents, rabbits, hares, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and insects. They will also occasionally eat fruit or other vegetation. Kit foxes typically hunt at night and will travel up to 15 miles in search of food. Due to…
Kinkajous are small, nocturnal mammals that live in the rainforests of Central and South America. They are also known as “honey bears” because they love to eat honey! Kinkajous have long, prehensile tails that they use to grip branches as they climb through the trees. They have furry bodies and big eyes, which help them…
Kangaroos are one of the most recognizable animals in the world. They are large marsupials that live in Australia and New Guinea. Kangaroos have strong hind legs, a long tail, and small front legs. They are covered in fur that is usually red or grey. Male kangaroos are much larger than females and can grow…
Jiggers are tiny insects that burrow into the skin and lay eggs. The eggs hatch and the larvae grow, causing intense itching and swelling. Jiggers can be found in all parts of the world, but they are most common in Africa. How to Survive a Chigger Infestation | National Geographic If you’ve never seen a…
Jerusalem crickets are a type of wingless cricket that is found in the western United States. They get their name from their similarity in appearance to the biblical character, Jeremiah. These insects are nocturnal and are most active at night. When they are not feeding, they hide in cracks and crevices near the ground during…
Jerboas are small rodents that look like a cross between a mouse and a kangaroo. They are found in the desert regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. Jerboas are nocturnal animals and they spend most of their time in burrows underground. They only come out at night to forage for food. Jerboas are omnivorous animals…