Here
are some web sites we have found that may be of interest to you in your studies
of animals. Each has been listed with a brief description so that you will have
some information before traveling there.
N.H. Fish & Wildlife
- As the guardian of the state's fish, wildlife,
and marine resources, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department works
in partnership with the public to:
Conserve, manage and protect these resources
and their habitats;
Inform and educate the public about these
resources;
Provide the public with opportunities to use
and appreciate these resources.
eNature.com
- This vast site includes information on mammals, birds, reptiles, butterflies
and much more. Will answer questions, give location of animals if you plug in
your zipcode
Missouri
Department of Conservation
- This site is one of the best resources for finding information on birds, plants,
insects and animals of the region. A great project resource.
The
Wildlife Conservation Society - Explore this
site to save wildlife and wild lands throughout the world. Keep current with what
is happening in the latest conservation news and don't forget to look at the video
and photo gallery of the many animals that are featured in the New York zoos.
Animal
Tracking - This site has plenty of information
on many types on animals and their tracks. A fantastic resource lists tracking
adventure stories and offers a tracking glossary.
Canadian
Wildlife Service - The Hinterland Who's Who
- This site has many fact sheets that describe the appearance, life history, and
habits of Canadian birds or mammals. There is also discussion areas of wildlife-related
topics such as bird feeding or endangered species.
Skunks
and Opossums - This site offers information about these two animals
that may not be found in books. There is lots of information for all and you can
even download a quicktime movie of a skunk spraying.
Desert
Animals and Wildlife - DesertUSA.com contains images, stories,
movie and audio clips, virtual reality tours and hard data about, virtually any
desert-related topic: plants, animals, geology, cultural and natural history,
recreation, parks, cities, travel and people. A great site for exploring the various
types of wildlife located in the Arizona and California deserts.
GeoZoo- Explore the living planet's birds and mammals.
Rabies
- This site has an incredible amount of information on rabies which is designed
for kids.
National
Geographic - This is a great interactive web site for kids. Amazing
facts, creature features and has sections of science activities and games. Real
audio is a necessary download if you want to listen to the animals they feature.
Kbears
- This site offers pictures and information of over 130 animals. A very interactive
site for elementary children.
Georgia
Wildlife Web- The
purpose of this web site is to provide information concerning the common species
of mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians found in the State of Georgia. Each
species has a home page which contains a description of the animal and information
about the animal's biology, natural history, distribution, and conservation status.
Mammal
Guide to Colorado
- A Guide to the Mammals of Colorado by David M. Armstrong, Director University
of Colorado Museum, Boulder, CO. Published by: Colorado Outdoors Magazine,Êa product
of the Colorado Division of Wildlife 1993.
Mammals
- The British Mammal Society has many fact sheets on mammals along with many activities:
puzzles, slide shows, and tests.
Skulls
Unlimited - A
great site to seek information about obtaining skulls of many mammals throughout
the world. Lots of information and pictures make this a great link for the roadkill
project.