Ava Peluso
Author for A-Z Animals

Hummingbirds are flashy, colorful birds that many people try to attract to their yards or gardens. In Tennessee, the local ruby-throated hummingbirds have been absent for several months since they… Read More

By Ava Peluso 2 months ago

Irises are popular garden flowers with a distinctive shape. Their name means “rainbow” and also refers to the Greek goddess of messaging. There are over 300 different species of irises.… Read More

By Ava Peluso 2 months ago

Australia is known for its unique wildlife and culture. If you live there or have an Australian dog breed such as an Australian shepherd or Australian cattle dog, you may… Read More

By Ava Peluso 2 months ago

Carbon dioxide emissions are one of the most important and well-known environmental issues facing the world today. Carbon dioxide is a gas that is a natural part of the atmosphere… Read More

By Ava Peluso 2 months ago

The Catahoula leopard dog is a breed that originates in Louisiana, where it is the state dog. These loyal and energetic dogs were originally bred for hunting and herding, but… Read More

By Ava Peluso 3 months ago

Crows are a common type of bird that most people have seen. Unlike many other birds, crows do not migrate, so they are just as common in the winter. There… Read More

By Ava Peluso 4 months ago

Rabbits are popular pets, but they're also common in the wild. If you live somewhere with open, grassy spaces, you have likely seen wild rabbits near your home. Between March… Read More

By Ava Peluso 5 months ago

Owls are fascinating birds. Although their nocturnal behavior, silent flight, and excellent camouflage make them difficult to spot, owls have still captured the attention of humans and play a symbolic… Read More

By Ava Peluso 5 months ago

The bear is one of the most iconic large mammals in North America. Three species of bears live in North America: the North American black bear, the brown bear, and… Read More

By Ava Peluso 5 months ago

Monitor lizards and snakes are two types of reptiles that are popular both to keep as pets and to learn about or study. Monitor lizards are lizards in the genus… Read More

By Ava Peluso 6 months ago

American alligators are one of the most well-known wild animals in Florida. While they are most common in central and southern Florida, some alligators also reside in northern Florida. Here… Read More

By Ava Peluso 6 months ago

In most parts of Pennsylvania, the first snow doesn't occur until November. October snow is normally limited to areas in the northwest of the state which have a higher elevation.… Read More

By Ava Peluso 6 months ago

"Mustang" and "bronco" are two of the most common terms that refer to horses. Both have sports teams and models of cars named after them. What do these two terms… Read More

By Ava Peluso 7 months ago

In areas with temperate climates like Pennsylvania, the planting season is primarily in spring. However, quite a few vegetables, flowers, and other plants can or must be planted in late… Read More

By Ava Peluso 7 months ago

Key Points: Built around 1640, the Lower Swedish Cabin is the oldest house, as well as the oldest building, in Pennsylvania. The cabin was built by Scandinavian settlers who were… Read More

By Ava Peluso 7 months ago

Like sloths, bats hang upside down to sleep. Bats are one of the largest groups of mammals on earth, with more than 1300 species. They are unique among mammals as… Read More

By Ava Peluso 8 months ago