Kids' Animal Station

For kids who love animals by a kid who loves animals

Anatomy of A Monster: The Manticore

What is a Manticore? This week’s mythical creature is one of the few that actually freaks me out quite a lot, mainly because it’s just so…weird. And surprise, surprise, another … Continue reading

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Anatomy of A Monster: The Hippogriff

What is a Hippogriff? Although the hippogriff creature is most commonly recognized as the scourge of Lucius Malfoy from the Harry Potter Series in the third book, Harry Potter and … Continue reading

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5 Lucky Animals From 5 Different Places

Cows in Hinduism This past Valentine’s Day, the Animal Welfare Board of India made the news by proclaiming this Feb. 14th “Cow Hug Day”! But why is this gentle, cud-chewing … Continue reading

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Anatomy of A Monster: The Sphinx

What is a Sphinx? This week’s installment of Anatomy of a Monster not only covers a curious hybrid creature, but one that also happens to be one of the 7 … Continue reading

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The Anatomy of A Monster: The Chimera

You may have noticed that I’m just a little obsessed with mythical creatures, monsters, and cryptids (I know, I know, I just might have a problem). In any event, my … Continue reading

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“What is Love?” Ask the Animal Kingdom: Animals that Pair for Life

In honor of Valentine’s Day, let’s discuss some different animal species that are noted for mating for life. While most animals (and people) are non-monogamous, meaning that they have several … Continue reading

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Tigers, Lions, and…Chickens, Oh My?! The Top 10 Most Feared Animals!

1. Arachnophobia – Fear of Spiders A truly classic phobia which plagues millions of people globally, Arachnophobia truly cannot be beaten. Perhaps it is their creepy-crawly plethora of spindly legs … Continue reading

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The Constant Cat Owner Conundrum: Indoor or Outdoor?!

As you may have heard, local councilors in Melbourne, Australia have introduced a legal curfew solution to a sticky situation: should domesticated house cats be kept inside or allowed to … Continue reading

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All Rise: The Judge, The Defendant, The Plaintiff, and The Hippo?!

Less than a month ago, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio shocked the world by recognizing animals as ‘legal persons’ for the first time in U.S. … Continue reading

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Tiny Houses: The Future of Sustainable Living?

Over this extra-long weekend, one of my moms, Mama Jen, and I went up to Lyons, Colorado and stayed in a tiny home park as a way to “get away” … Continue reading

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An Interview with Philip, a Pilanesberg National Park and Game Reserve Guide

This post is by Zoe Smith-Holladay and Zuza Gaboush A couple weeks ago, we went on a trip to South Africa. The first part of our tour was on a … Continue reading

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Wise Words

"Never, never be afraid to do what's right, especially if a person or animal is at stake."
— Martin Luther King, Jr.

"Until the lion tells his side of the story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter."
— Translation of African Proverb