Mammals are everywhere you look. Cats, dogs, squirrels, and chipmunks are all mammals. Even you are a mammal (unless a fish is reading this… which is unlikely). Well, okay. But what is a mammal, exactly? What is a mammal?
Common Mammals of New England
The Red Fox: These creatures are carnivores and much of their diet is made up of rodents and other small prey. They are often hard to see, as they are stealthy and scared of people. Warning: can carry rabies. The Coyote: A coyote is very similar to the fox, but is larger and less afraid of people. It also feeds on small mammals and other small prey. Warning: Also frequently has rabies. The Raccoon: Raccoons are opportunists, which means they take any opportunity that presents itself to them to eat food. They eat almost everything, and are known for digging in people’s trash. Warning: Raccoons quite often have rabies, and are very dangerous. If you see one in the day, don’t approach it. It probably has rabies. The Skunk: Skunks are feared by dog owners and animals alike. They are capable of ejecting an incredibly smelly fluid into the mouth and eyes of a threatening person or animal. Warning: they also often carry rabies. If your dog was bitten by a skunk, be sure to take him/her to the vet even if the dog is caught up on its shots. Better safe than sorry. There are many, many more mammals in New England, but I will not cover them today. Mammals are incredible creatures made by God. He designed them in a wonderfully specific way to fit their environment (none of that evolving stuff). He made them for us to cherish and care for, but from a safe distance. Some, as you know, can cause harm. Today, look out your window. Maybe you’ll see a squirrel with a little bit more appreciation.
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EBA
1/14/2017 06:44:45 am
A nice snapshot look at mammals, they are incredible. Interesting that fish aren't mammals but whales are. The "Life" series by BBC has a great episode on Mammals, here's some info about it: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00nkpcc
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