PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Sage Grouse
Learn more about the Sage Grouse through this clear and concise resource. Students will find information on the characteristics, life cycle, diet, habitat, behavior and range of this type of running bird.
Other
Look D: Fish Evolution
Provides general information about the evolution of fish, including classification, subclasses, and naming.
The Franklin Institute
The Franklin Institute: Classified
At this site from The Franklin Institute you can practice classifying objects according to physical structure and characteristics.
BiologyWise
Biology Wise: Phaeophyta (Brown Algae)
Discusses the characteristics of Phaeophyta or brown algae, where it is found, its classification, some facts about it, and its uses.
Other
Shark Friends Sea Horse
Brief but informational site great for anyone who wants to learn more about these sea creatures. Provides information such as species and location, a physical description, behavior and scientific classification.
EL Education
El Education: In the Zone: Where the Land Meets the Water
This field guide to the marine organisms of the intertidal zone of Casco Bay was created by 7th grade students in Portland, Maine, as part of a Learning Expedition called, "In the Zone." Students were engaged in scientific research at...
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: American Pika
Get to know the American Pika.. colored photos, description, life cycle, map of habitat, food. Only the basic details of this little animal are given, making it perfect for younger researchers.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Hagfish
This site from the Wikipedia Encyclopedia provides a basic description of the characteristics of the hagfish. Also includes a chart that contains scientific classification information. Links are provided throughout for additional...
BBC
Bbc Nature: Wildlife: King Cobra
Explore the fascinating world of the king cobra by learning about its distribution, behaviors, habitats, and classification through videos, photos, descriptions, and external links.
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature: Natural History Notebooks
This site from the Canadian Museum of Nature, a natural history museum, provides short information blurbs and fun facts on over 240 different common animals categorized by type (mammals, fish, reptiles, invertebrates, amphibians,...
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Botany: Mangrove Ecology
Extensive article on mangroves. Covers classification, physical characteristics, life cycle, habitat, economic value, and natural and human threats to their survival.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Biodiversity: Fern
Explains what differentiates ferns from other plants, their physical characteristics, taxonomy, life cycle, how they evolved, and where they occur.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Reptile Recovery Center
This website presents fact sheets about numerous reptiles. Choose from a pull-down list between snakes, lizards, crocodilians, and turtles. The fact sheets contain information such as taxonomy, distribution and habitat, eating habits,...
Other
Sea and Sky: Sharks and Rays
Selected species of sharks and rays are described and illustrated with photographs.
BBC
Bbc Science & Nature: Blue Whale
Get the facts on the largest animal in the world- past and present. This site provides a detailed fact sheet and photos.
BBC
Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Eastern Grey Kangaroo
BBC Wildfacts profiles the eastern kangaroo of Australia with photographs and a fact sheet.
BBC
Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Eurasian River Otter
Use this site to learn more about this playful member of the weasel family through this detailed fact sheet and these wonderful photos.
BBC
Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Beluga, White Whale
Here are some interesting photos of and a detailed fact sheet on the Beluga whale.
BBC
Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Humpback Whale
When we hear of whale song, we typically think of the Humpback whale. Read this detailed fact sheet to see what else you can learn about this famous whale.
BBC
Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Dromedary Camel
The world's most common camel is the Dromedary. Find out more on the Dromedary through this detailed fact sheet and photos.
BBC
Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Western Gorilla
This resource provides information about the western gorilla.
Other
Whale Net: Species and Behavior Information
How do whales sleep? How do whales use sound? Discover the answers to these questions and many more as you peruse this site. Includes various links on information and images of many species.
University of California
Regents of the University of California: Amphibia Web
AmphibiaWeb, a site inspired by global amphibian declines, is an online system that allows free access to information on amphibian biology and conservation. This site is filled with amphibian facts, a glossary of terms, species numbers,...