Baylee Bunce
Author for A-Z Animals

A striking breed with American origins, the Appaloosa has long been valued for its intelligence, endurance, and beautiful spotted coats. The distinctive spotted coat is not unique to the Appaloosa… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 2 months ago

As the world's fourth most populous country, Indonesia can claim various spoken languages. The official language, Bahasa Indonesian, has increased in terms of the number of fluent speakers, but there… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 2 months ago

Bobcats are one of wildlife conservation's greatest success stories in most of the United States. Whereas population decline occurred in Midwest states, leading to local extinction in states like Iowa… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 2 months ago

To safeguard crop diversity for future generations, the Svalbard Global Seed Vault serves as a repository for seeds worldwide. The work of many nations and international organizations has gone into… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 2 months ago

Michigan rarely sees ice storms, mainly due to its position in the far northern part of the United States. Cold temperatures in the winter more often dump snow on Michigan… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 2 months ago

Although many people criticize modern-day sled dog races due to stories about cruel treatment, the tradition of sled dogs goes back further than you might realize. Many modern races aim to… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 2 months ago

Many birds, fish, mollusks, and other animals went extinct in 2023. However, declaring an animal extinct means that many of these creatures probably ceased to exist on the planet many… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 3 months ago

Around the world, dozens of foods exist that start with the letter 'Q.' From delicious dishes like quiche from France to a pear-like fruit called quince, many foods begin with… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 3 months ago

In the Japanese language, maneki-neko translates as 'beckoning cat.' Found all over Japan, these figurines serve as a popular good luck symbol. They have also spread to other Asian communities… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 3 months ago

Most of Indiana, which sits in the midwestern part of the United States, experiences powerful winter weather thanks to its northerly position in the hemisphere. Hoosiers know what they must… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 3 months ago

With their playful attitudes and intelligent minds, huskies are some of the most unique working dogs in the world. Highly trainable huskies require plenty of mental stimulation to keep their… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 3 months ago

Portuguese speakers live worldwide, from Portugal in Europe to Brazil in South America. The Portuguese language, a Romance language, spread around the world beginning in the 15th and 16th centuries… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 4 months ago

White horses have long been appealing to many cultures and people. The dramatic brightness of their coats captures the eye and lends them a certain mystical quality. But not all… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 4 months ago

Yugoslavia, more formally known as the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (SFRY), was a socialist federation founded in the 1940s. Roughly translated, Yugoslavia means "Land of the South Slavs." The… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 4 months ago

Finding creative ways to decorate during the holiday season does not require a lot of planning or expertise. You can easily transform your home with a few supplies if you… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 4 months ago

It's the time of the year for Christmas cheer and festive fun, and there are plenty of places in Virginia to take part in the holidays. From German-themed Christkindl markets to… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 5 months ago

A native tree to the river valleys of Arkansas, Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana, the Osage orange (Maclura pomifera) also grows in many states east of the Mississippi River. This tree… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 5 months ago

A bright, cheerful plant that comes alive in time for the festive season, poinsettias (Euphorbia plurcherrima) are native to Mexico. The colored portion of the poinsettia is not actually a flower, but a… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 5 months ago

Piebald horses are a widely popular horse color with a distinct black-and-white look. Not specific to any particular breed of horse, piebald coloring in horses depends a lot on genetics.… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 5 months ago

Beautiful lakes and indoor ice arenas abound in the large state of Alaska. Many Alaskan residents and visitors love taking advantage of the fun activities that abound come winter. Ice… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 5 months ago

At first glance, lions might all appear to come in the same warm, tawny yellow color. However, there are noticeable variations in coat color among male and female lions. These… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 5 months ago

Many beautiful and unique birds live in Louisiana, although some move away for migration or breeding during certain times of the year. Other birds come into the state from elsewhere… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

City parks offer urban green space and access to recreational facilities for residents of large cities. Thanks to city parks, states like Michigan can improve people's mental health and wellness… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

An estimated 480 million cats roam around the world as stray cats without a permanent home. Many stray cats are considered feral. A feral cat do not receive much human… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

Lions, or Panthera leo, make their home in Africa and Northwestern India. As predators, lions have evolved to their conditions and way of life, which means they are large, powerful… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

Wildlife sanctuaries offer spaces for the public to learn more about endangered and exploited animal species. Many different sanctuaries aid animals that cannot help themselves, whether they have been raised… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

All the oceans of the world are full of unique phenomena. Oceanographers have been able to document the movement of ocean waters to indicate things like currents, weather, and more.… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

Some places excite the imagination due to their mysterious nature, like the oldest forest in Europe. Whether you are familiar with this forest or were unaware such a place existed,… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

Victoria is a territory in Australia, with the capital city being Melbourne, the second-largest city in the country. Several wetlands of national and international importance call Victoria home. Many beautiful… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

An estimated 6,700 languages are currently spoken worldwide, but around 40% are in danger of disappearing altogether. Although the linguistic community does not define any given language as "rare," it… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

Overwintering allows you to keep your favorite vegetable plants for next year. Pepper plants are perennials, which makes them the ideal choice for winterizing. Overwintering pepper plants requires protecting them… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

Whether you want to extend your vegetable harvest into fall or you want to establish native plants, you have plenty of options for planting in Southern California in October. While… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

New England is a region in the United States comprising six northeastern states. Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont have similar growing zones and climates. The best… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 6 months ago

Indiana ranks 14th on the list of poorest states in the United States, based on data from the U.S. Census American Community Survey (ACS). Many places exist, large and small,… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 7 months ago

Although you might not imagine that the midwestern United States is full of large, luxurious homes, you might be surprised by what you might find in Indiana. For example, several… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 7 months ago

From the beautiful suburbs of Chicago in the north to the exquisite canopies of the Shawnee National Forest, Illinois is replete with beautiful places to see leaves change color. But… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 7 months ago

The ubiquitous tabby cat often gets confused with a breed of cat. However, tabby cats come in all shapes, sizes, and breeds in the animal world. All cats are genetically… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 7 months ago

Bombay cats came about thanks to the unique mixture of a sable Burmese and a black American Shorthairs. The result was a panther-like housecat with a muscular build and an… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 7 months ago

In the upper midwestern United States, Michigan borders several other states, including Indiana, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Located in the Great Lakes region, the state connects to Illinois, Minnesota, and the… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 7 months ago

Honey bees spend their entire lives creating honey, a sweet liquid substance enjoyed by people worldwide. Throughout the globe, honey has been used for years as a natural sweetener. However,… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 8 months ago

Indiana, in the midwestern United States, is surrounded by Michigan, Illinois, Kentucky, and Ohio. It is the 38th largest state in the country, in addition to being the 16th-most populated… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 8 months ago

Indiana is a Midwestern state known for its many classic small towns, including Shipshewana and Corydon. Musician John Mellencamp even sang about his small-town Indiana home in the 1985 song… Read More

By Baylee Bunce 8 months ago