Lizards Everywhere

Lizards belong to the reptilia class and there are over 5600 species. They can be found on all continents except Antartica so they are a widespread group of the animal kingdom.

Lizards come in all shapes and sizes but one thing they generally have in common is that they have external ears and legs. I know that I was always taught that this is one way of distinguishing a lizard from a snake, but there are legless lizards, so this is not always accurate. Lizards, such as geckos, can be only a few centimenters long whereas large lizards, like the Komodo dragon can grow to be almost 3 meters long.

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Delicious Lobsters

Think of lobsters and I think of summer - luxurious summer seafood salads with lobster, prawns, crab and much more. Growing up, lobsters were one of those things you only ever had on special occasions and at restaurants, it would often be one of the most expensive meals you could choose from. But lobsters have not always been the food of choice for people with a few extra pennies in their pocket. Did you know that prior to the 20th century, lobsters in parts of North American society were seen as the food for people living in poverty? In some areas of North America, servants were made to sign an agreement that they wouldn't eat lobster more than twice a week, so much was the disdain for the lobster by the wealthier classes.

Vintage Marine Ocean Life Crustacean, Lobster Posters by YesterdayCafe
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Leopards and Their Spots

Leopards are one of the four big cats along with lions, tigers and jaguars and is the smallest cat within this group. Leopards are known for their agility and strength, including the ability to climb trees even when they are carrying the carcass of their latest kill. Leopards are incredibly fast animals and can reach speeds of almost 60 kilometers and hour.

The leopard print is quite distinctive and has rosettes (rather than spots as they are most commonly called). There are variations in the color of the coats and the shape of the rosettes depending on the habitat of the leopard.

Leo Lion

The lion is the symbol for the Leo astrology sign which is the zodiac for those individuals born between 22 July and the 22 August. The lion makes the perfect symbol for Leos, representing strength and power. Throughout history, lions have been considered a symbol of royalty and this also goes hand in hand with the Leo tendency to believe they are the royalty of the zodiac world.

Leo Zodiac Lion Head Poster by giftsbonanza
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Not Just a Loyal Labrador

Loyal is one word that can be used to describe Labradors (also called Labrador Retrievers , but surely that is not the only reason that Labradors are one of the most popular dog breeds around the world.

Perhaps it is also because they are friendly, loving and faithful companions, as well as being incredibly intelligent and obedient. They make great family dogs as they are patient and affectionate and are great with children and other dogs.

Labradors can be trained easily, which is why they are often used as service dogs, including guide dogs for people with visual impairments, service dogs for people with disabilities as well as police dogs and customs dogs.

Labrador puppy and roses print by petsArt
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The Lovely Lynx

There are four species of true lynxes - the Eurasian lynx, the Canadian lynx, the Iberian lynx and the bobcat. The Eurasian lynx and the Iberian lynx can be found in Europe and the Canadian Lynx and bobcat are found in North America. Unfortunately the Iberian lynx is the most endangered cat species in the world!

The lynx is distinguishable by the tufts of black hair on the end of the ears and an almost beard like ruff of fur under their neck. They have short tails and long whiskers.

Lynx (head study) posters by lolanimals

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Little Ladybugs

Ladybirds (also known as ladybugs) are one of the cutest bugs around and are a family of beetles. In fact ladybirds have quite a few names - entomologists prefer to call them ladybird beetles or lady beetles, but other more unusual names are ladyclock, lady cow, God's cow and lady fly.

Below are a few beautiful examples of capturing ladybugs with photography. Their shiny domed bodies showing brilliantly against the plants they are resting on.

Ladybirds even have their own nursery rhyme, which is believed to originate in England and was first published in the mid 18th century. If a ladybug landed on you, you would recite the verse to make them fly away. The rhyme stemmed from a superstition that it was unlucky to kill ladybirds.

Ladybird Ladybird Fly Away Home Poster by giftsbonanza
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Ladybugs are ultra sweet and cute and ladybird designs and illustrations are very popular all over the world for young and old. Below are just a few very sweet ladybird designs and ladybug gifts.

L is for Lots of Lions

The lion - the majestic king of the jungle - to be admired and revered. A symbol of strength and bravery and has been a popular symbol for royalty throughout human history.

L is for Lion Blue Stripes Posters by giftsbonanza
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Lions are one of the most iconic animals, found in both Africa and Asia. Male lions have their distinctive manes, which give them their majestic appearance. Generally, the healthier the lion, the darker and denser the mane and research shows that the lioness will choose a mate with the darkest and thickest mane.

Lions are very social creatures and generally live in prides - which consists of approximately 5 or 6 related females and their cubs with one or two males. The male cubs must leave the maternal pride once they reach puberty and become nomads. They may remain nomads or may join another pride. Males may sway between being a member of a pride or a nomad a number of times.

Lions are one of the favorite animals for children and adults - Lions have been depicted in artwork through hundreds, and even thousands, of years. Even now, they are part of our popular culture in cartoons and animations. They really are so cute!

Green Lacewings

Green lacewings, as their name would suggest, are insects whose bodies are usually bright green with translucent wings, which are slightly iridescent.

They are also referred to as "stinkflies" due to their ability to release a vile smell when feeling threatened, such as when being handled by humans.

Green Lacewing on White Rose Poster by ingasi

Frighteningly Cute Lanternfish

Lanternfish can be found in oceans all over the world and are one of the most widely distributed and populous vertebrates in the world. They are also one of the most diverse of all vertebrates, but I bet you have never seen one as frighteningly cute as the little critter below!

lantern fish wall clocks by greendeer

Luna Moth

The Luna Moth, also known as the Actias luna, is one of the largest moths found in North America. It is lime green in color, has a wingspan of up to four and half inches and distinctive eyespots.

Adult luna moths live for only seven days and their purpose is purely to mate. A female luna moth can lay anywhere between 100 and 300 eggs. The adult luna moth featured below has just emerged from the cocoon and is waiting on the bark of a tree trunk to dry and harden.

Luna Moth Posters by Bebops
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Laughing Kookaburras

Kookaburras are part of the kingfisher family and are native to Australia and New Guinea. There are a number of varieties of kookaburras and they are recognizable by the call which sounds like laughter. One of the species is even called the laughing kookaburra and it is not unusual to come across kookaburras in suburban areas.

Kookaburra Sitting in the Australian Sunshine by giftsbonanza

Does Kangaroo Mean I Don't Know?

Growing up, I learnt the story of how the kangaroo got his name. When Captain Cook first arrived in Australia and saw the kangaroos hopping around, they asked the Aboriginals what the animals were called. The local people answered, "Kanguru", meaning that they didn't understand what was being said to them. Captain Cook and his men thought that it was the name of the animal and it has then evolved into Kangaroo.

Outback Australian Kangaroo at Sunset by giftsbonanza

However, this story is actually untrue, although many Australians today believe it to be the truth. The word kangaroo actually derives from the word gangurru from the local people of the area where Captain Cook had stopped, the Guugu Yimithirr, and it is the word for the Grey Kangaroo in their language. Captain Cook recorded the name of these unsual animals as either "kangooroo or kanguru".