Abyssinian
History & Overview Documents and mummified animal remains from ancient Egypt have convinced many people that the Abyssinian...
Abyssinian Ground Hornbill
Overview Hornbill is a common name for any member of a family of birds found in Africa and...
Acanthosis Nigricans
What Is Acanthosis Nigricans? Acanthosis Nigricans is a type of skin pigmentation disorder characterized by brown-pigmented, wartlike protuberances...
Affenpinscher
History & Overview Affenpinscher, commonly known as "monkey terrier," is a small size dog belonging to the American Kennel...
Afghan Hound
Overview The Afghan Hound is an ancient sighthound dog breed. Distinguished by its thick, elegant, silky coat and...
African Butterfly Cichlid
African Butterfly Cichlid (Anomalochromis thomasi) belongs to the family Cichlidae (cichlids). Distribution This species is...
African Spurred Tortoise
Overview The genus Geochelone contains 21 species, all of which are relatively large when adult. It includes the commonly kept...
Ageratum houstonianum
Overview Ageratum, sometimes called 'floss flower," derives its name from the Greek words meaning "not old." One of...
Airedale Terrier
Overview The Airedale Terrier is a large and versatile dog breed originating from the Aire valley in Yorkshire,...