It’s a breathtaking state park that offers a little something for every outdoor enthusiast. Camp out, enjoy an easy, moderate, or difficult hike, and bask in the abounding beauty. Learn… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Angie Menjivar is a writer at A-Z-Animals primarily covering pets, wildlife, and the human spirit.
She has 14 years of experience, holds a Bachelor's degree in psychology, and continues her studies into human behavior, working as a copywriter in the mental health space.
She resides in North Carolina, where she's fallen in love with thunderstorms and uses them as an excuse to get extra cuddles from her three cats.
It’s a breathtaking state park that offers a little something for every outdoor enthusiast. Camp out, enjoy an easy, moderate, or difficult hike, and bask in the abounding beauty. Learn… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Hummingbirds, like all animals, have a few essentials they need for survival. Luckily, the man in the video sprang into action to help a dehydrated hummingbird that had gotten trapped… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
It can multiply itself in various ways, spreading easily. Hydrilla is an invasive aquatic plant that’s now been discovered in Michigan for the first time. This plant is known as… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
It’s the kind of catch that goes down in history. A man in The Empire State set a new record for the largest blue crab caught in New York! New… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
They’re immune to snake venom, and they can deliver a powerful blast with an odor that travels well over a mile. But they’re pretty chill creatures that serve as beneficial… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Elephants don’t hunt for their food, but they sure do work for it sometimes. Watch the video at the bottom of the page to see how a massive elephant puts… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
You certainly don’t want to be caught in the middle of a baboon fight. They can get brutal. But the people filming in the video at the bottom of the… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Some scenes of nature are hard to watch. In the video at the bottom of the page, a large hawk invades a bird’s nest and makes off with a baby… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
These adorable kittens can win you over with a single look. When you meet them and see their personalities in action, you’ll be in a puddle. If you’re thinking of… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Opportunistic feeders sometimes end up together in the oddest pairs. In the video at the bottom of the page, several crows gather to enjoy the bounty after two Asian water… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Scorpions before trees? Could it be? Scorpions have a fascinating history that points to their unbelievable adaptability in the face of shifting conditions. Watch the video at the bottom of… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
You’ve noticed a couple of disturbed leaves on your house plants. Upon closer inspection, you realize they’re bite marks. On the one hand, you’re relieved because you’re not dealing with… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
The jovial hum of your BBQ has died down and you’re left looking around at littered plates and empty glasses. It’s time to clean up and no, the grill can’t… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Do you even want to know what’s going on inside your gutters? As a homeowner, you have a whole list of responsibilities, including regular maintenance of the exterior of your… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
The iridescent, metallic colors are mesmerizing and even have a spiritual meaning. But peacocks don’t just walk around with their feathers on full display all the time. They’re very intentional… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
You know chimpanzees are unbelievably strong, capable of ripping through flesh and tearing off ears and testes. But you don’t get to appreciate just how muscular these creatures on —… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Pregnant women are similar to birds as they both engage in the process of nesting. Birds hyperfocus on the task of building a nest, ensuring all the right materials are… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
It’s easy to fear or avoid the topic of spiders altogether but when you take a moment to appreciate their skills, you may just find yourself impressed. When you scroll… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Rabbits are curious creatures. They have a uniquely complex range of vocalizations they use to communicate their emotions, ranging from delight to extreme fear. These little buddies do best when… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
One is towering while the other has an unforgettable scent. They share some similarities, even growing to similar heights. But when it comes to sequoia vs. cedar trees, they each… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
With a bite force of 951 PSI, you know how brutal a single chomp can be when a grizzly is hungry — or angry. The video at the bottom of… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
These little critters only grow up to half an inch long (unless they’re kings or queens). They each have specialized roles within their colonies and while it’s admirable to see… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Male lions are territorial; there’s no way around that. It’s their nature. But sometimes, they form coalitions with one another. The strength in numbers may cause them to get overconfident,… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
When lionesses are at work, male lions need to let them be. In the video at the bottom of the page, lionesses have attacked a sole hyena. When the male… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Annoyance in relationships exists in the wild too. In the video at the bottom of the page, a lioness is lounging, minding her business when a male lion approaches. Watch… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
To be serenaded by a wild bird is an unforgettable experience. But a bird that knows how to mimic R2D2? It’s beyond mesmerizing! Watch the video at the bottom of… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Something’s off in your garden. You’ve noticed some damage here and there, a few distortions, and some yellowing leaves. But you haven’t been able to catch the culprit red-handed. Well,… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
As the saying goes, ‘You snooze you lose.’ It’s an unfortunate reality of life in the wild. Though uncommon, a pride of lions happens to find a giraffe in a… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
It sounds counterintuitive to go against what has been standard practice for years. Shelters that take in rescues have spay and neuter programs that ensure any dog rescued goes to… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Key Points Turtles require a long-term commitment when kept as pets as they have long lifespans. Some turtles are more beginner-friendly than others. Turtles require roomy tanks, basking areas, and… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
It sounds like the things of nightmares or fictional horror movies. But radioactive boars are real and the damage they’re causing is widespread. Discover the nuclear wasteland overrun by radioactive… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
You can find them in different environments, including salt and freshwater. They’re fast swimmers that give anglers quite a rush. Discover the largest striped bass ever caught in North Carolina!… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
Dreaming of Lizards are often signs of growth, grounding, a need to express yourself, and letting go. Some are bright and multi-colored while others are earth-colored, which allows them to… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 7 months ago
No means no — even in the wild. Watch the video at the bottom of the page to see how an unsuspecting male lion receives a hard no from a… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
When it comes to sharing a meal in the wild, you better be careful whose table you try to sit at. There’s a hierarchy when it comes to enjoying the… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
One animal is a colony made up of individuals that work together while the other is a single organism, acting alone. Both are venomous. But in a battle between a… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
If you’ve had the opportunity to take in a soaring eagle, you know what it’s like to stop and stare, your mouth agape. These grand birds are powerful apex predators… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
Listen, they’re cute. They kind of look like your favorite floof. But these animals are often twice the size, and they can be dangerous if they get too close. Discover… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
Unless you work with bees intimately, when you hear them buzzing about, you likely just avoid them to prevent a sting. But there’s a lot that goes into bee colonies… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
You might think that a fun hotdog cookout would be ideal during the dog days of summer. It would make quite the theme! But the reality is that the dog… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
This aquatic species thrives in a safe environment and they’re open to tankmates. Learn about the African dwarf frog's lifespan as well as how to care for one (or more)… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
Can lizards be frisky? They sure can! And they use physics to show off just how frisky they can be. Watch the video at the bottom of the page to… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
They’re notorious for their nocturnal behavior, feasting to your detriment while you rest. But how do you get rid of them? Discover the absolute best homemade bed bug spray! It’s… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
When you’re out fishing in the open water, you can expect to witness ocean life. But the fisherman in the video below didn’t expect a great white shark to get… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
You can create a hummingbird-friendly yard or garden to keep these beautiful pollinators coming back. Learn how to make homemade hummingbird food that will be sure to attract! Plus, learn… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
There’s a snake in the grass! Literally. This happened during a professional cricket match in Sri Lanka. The video at the bottom of the page shows the moment the team… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
Hurricane Idalia left an unexpected guest at Cave Run Lake just south of Morehead in Kentucky. This lone, displaced bird is one of several that have been found in the… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
The alert is out for Utah residents — parents, in particular — following rabies reports throughout the state. Just last week in Salt Lake City two rabid bats were found… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
They don’t just bite — they sting too. The bite just helps them keep steady while they use their stingers! Fire ants have developed quite a reputation as pests in… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago
One is a mix of a German shepherd and an American pit bull terrier. The other is a mix of a Siberian husky and an American pit bull terrier. Learn… Read More
By Angie Menjivar 8 months ago