Disturbing a desert tortoise in its native habitat is not only risky for the tortoise, it's illegal, state officials say.

Like many desert animals, bilbies get all the moisture they need from their food, according to Bush Heritage Australia. Originally published April 12, 2022 and updated Jan. 27, 2023.

It gets a lot more rain, which is why you can find more mammals and animals than in the Namib Desert, for instance. Let’s have a look at 15 animals of the Kalahari Desert. 1.

Deserts are home to a variety of wildlife that have adapted to their environment, demonstrating resilience and adaptability. Unique adaptations enable desert mammals, invertebrates, reptiles, birds ...

A list that covers every potentially dangerous animal in the desert would be at least twice as long, but here are five to watch out for: 1. Mojave green rattlesnake.

Though conservationists worry about climate change and other threats, federal officials say the Sonoran desert tortoise is safe from extinction. ... as the animals live 80 years or longer.

Of all the weird desert animals, nothing gets cuter than the Fennec Fox. They are small but efficient hunters and can only grow 16 inches long. Image: Unsplash.

Living Desert staff and volunteers prepare about 800 meals daily for the more than 450 animals living at the zoo in Palm Desert and Indian Wells, with nearly every animal getting its own dish.

Discover the fascinating world of desert animals. Explore their survival strategies and adaptations in harsh arid environments.