Anderson(12) has a deep love for animals, learning from Jeff Corwin as a Jr Ranger would further inspire his conservation dreams.
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Learn MoreAnderson says he love animals and nature because everything is different and special in its own way. When you’re outside, you can see how plants, animals, water, and land all work together. Every living thing has its own purpose. Animals are able to live in many different places because they can adapt to their environments. They all have their own special skills, feelings and different ways of communicating. The more he learns about nature the more he really appreciates how amazing it is.
An axolotl would be Anderson’s favorite animal because it is very unique and interesting. It’s a special salamander that live in water their whole lives. They have cute faces and feathery gills on the sides of their heads that help them breathe underwater.They can regrow parts of their bodies. If they lose a leg or part of their tail, it can grow back. They are very gentle animals and can grow to amazing sizes as well. Wild axolotls are critically endangered only live in one place in the world.
Anderson loves playing outside with his sisters, Lilly (9) and Luna (5). They love spending time together building forts, swinging, and playing in the yard. They play games, run around, and explore nature with their pets. Some pets they have are rabbits, chickens, a tortoise, and two kitties and they also have a Xoloitzcuintli puppy. Being outside with his sisters and animals bring Anderson lots of joy. Its fun, peaceful, and full of adventure.
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