Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Tufted Puffin
This Smithsonian website has a brief, but thorough, article on the Tufted Puffin. It also includes pictures and an extensive quote from 19th Century naturalist Edward Nelson.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Arctic Studies Center:caribou & Reindeer
This site takes a look at the caribou and reindeer found in arctic regions around the world. Content includes the personal observations of the 19th Century Naturalist, Edward Nelson.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Arctic Studies Center Mammals Sea Otter
This Smithsonian website has a brief, but thorough, article on the Sea Otters that also includes a picture and an extensive quote from naturalist Edward Nelson.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: Muskox
This site takes a very brief look at the muskox as an arctic creature. Several photographs are also provided.
University of Florida
Florida Museum of Natural History: Most Commonly Asked Fish Questions
How many fish species are there? What is the world's largest and smallest fish? How long do fish live? How is the age of fish determined? You will find answers to these and other questions in this interesting site.
University of Florida
Florida Museum of Natural History: Cheilinus Undulatus: Humphead Wrasse
Information about the Humphead, or Napoleon, Wrasse, accompanied by several photographs and a map showing where these fish live.
University of Florida
Florida Museum of Natural History: Ichthyology: How Fish Swim
Provides descriptions and illustrations of how fish swim.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Stuff to Do: Web of Life Game
Fun, interactive game that helps students identify interrelationships in an ecosystem. For six or more players.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Thoroughbred
Detailed description of the thoroughbred, a racing horse originally from England.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Stuff to Do: Space Travel Guide
What makes science fiction so exciting? Read some examples of the genre and then create your own science fiction story about space travel. Use the supplied "travel guide" to generate ideas and structure your plot.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Kraken
The sea monster, Kraken, might have been a giant squid. Find out how Kraken fit into Norse mythology. Flashcard format.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Quarter Horse
Detailed illustrations and description of the quarter horse, known for its speed over short distances. Choose quarter horse from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Percheron
Detailed description of the powerful Percheron. Choose Percheron from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Belgian Draft
Description and detailed illustrations of the Belgian draft, a large workhorse capable of puling heavy loads. Choose Belgian Draft from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Appaloosa
Description and detailed illustrations and of the Appaloosa, with answers to questions about its spotted coat.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Selle Francais
Detailed illustrations and description of the Selle Francais, a show-jumping horse from France. Choose Selle Francais from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Icelandic Horse
Description and detailed illustrations of the Icelandic horse, a small, hardy horse brought to Iceland by the Vikings. Choose Icelandic horse from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Oldenburg
Detailed illustrations and description of the Oldenburg, a sport horse known for its abilities in equestrian competitions. Choose Oldenburg from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Haflinger
Description and detailed illustrations of the Haflinger, a hardy pony originally from Italy. Choose Haflinger from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Friesian
Description and detailed illustrations of the Friesian, a Dutch horse popular for its performance abilities. Choose Friesian from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Dutch Warmblood
Description and detailed illustrations of the Dutch Warmblood, an athletic show jumper.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Connemara
Description and detailed illustrations of the Connemara, an Irish pony breed. Choose Connemara from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Beautiful Breeds: Paint
Detailed illustrations and description of the paint horse, an American stock horse. Choose Paint from the list on the right.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Einstein in Time
Illustrated timeline tells the story of Einstein's life and accomplishments.