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Mammal Hybridization: The Truth and The Myths

by Theophanes

We've probably all heard the stories about Frankenstein experiments gone awry and creatures being crossed that would never have bred together in nature. Or perhaps we heard stories growing up about cabbits and... published 7 months ago

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Common Furless Rat Health Problems

by Theophanes

I used to breed rats. They were my passion in life and I had a full-fledged rattery for nearly a decade before life in general forced me to take a break. My favorite things to breed for were dumbos in very odd... published 8 months ago

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Miniature Potbelly Pigs

by Theophanes

Potbelly pigs were first bred in Vietnam, taken from wild populations that at one time spread through much of Asia. Growing over 300 pounds they were still smaller then their Western counterparts but weren't... published 6 months ago

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How to Breed Healthy Furless Rats

by Theophanes

Furless (sphynx) rats are one of the hardest types of rats to breed. They often have reproductive issues and depending on the line they may also be riddled with other health problems. They take a little more... published 8 months ago

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Examples of Insular Dwarfism

by Theophanes

Insular Dwarfism is a biological process in which large animals, over time, evolve to be smaller to better suit their environment. This most often happens on islands where food may be in shorter supply (giving... published 6 months ago

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Interesting Facts About Rats

by Theophanes

Love them or hate them you have to admit that rats have some of the most interesting quirks and histories. Here are just a few interesting little tidbits to tease the mind. The first albino rats to be bred in... published 2 months ago

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Olde English Babydoll Sheep

by Theophanes

Olde English Babydoll Sheep are a breed of livestock that have stolen the hearts of generations. These sheep can trace their ancestry back to Southdown sheep that were bred in the Sussex county of England.... published 6 months ago

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Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys

by Theophanes

Miniature Mediterranean Donkeys are a naturally small donkey that originated on Sicily and Sardinia. They are not true genetically dwarf animals, nor has man purposely bred them down in size from regular... published 6 months ago

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Jurassic Chicken: The Resurrection of Dinosaurs

by Theophanes

It may not be as crazy as it sounds. Paleontology and experimental biology are meeting for the first time in our history. Will this result in the ressurrection of dinosaurs? published 4 weeks ago

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Miniature Pigs: The VIbrantly Colored Kunekunes

by Theophanes

Kunekunes are a rare breed of miniature pig that originate in New Zealand. Besides their size they are most noted for their vibrant colorations including everything from solid colors to stark black and white... published 6 months ago

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