Cammi Morgan
Author for A-Z Animals

True silent hunters, sharks do not vocalize. Yet, they can communicate with each other through body language effectively. By communicating via body language, sharks can communicate intent, express aggression or… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 9 months ago

While cacti are plants to be avoided by many animals, some critters have adapted to rely on these unique organisms for shelter, water, and food. Several species of birds inhabiting… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 9 months ago

Most bat species are highly social and use complex social structures to maintain cohesion and prevent conflict. We know that communication is crucial to group cohesion, so how do bats… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 9 months ago

Living fossils and apex predators, many species of sharks feature body plans and hunting strategies practically unchanged for hundreds of millions of years. Their ability to detect the electrical fields… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 9 months ago

For us humans, once our baby teeth fall out and our permanent teeth come in around six years of age, we're stuck with that set for life. Damage, inconsistent hygiene… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

The intriguing and ominous Hellhole Cave is in Germany Valley, Pendleton County. Home to two endangered bat species and many hibernating bat colonies, this unique pit cave is an important… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

Lions are the most social of all big cats. They live in groups called prides, which can consist of three to 30 lions, depending on the region and availability of… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

Migratory baleen whales, humpbacks can live solitarily or in temporary pods of 2-15 individuals. So, how do humpback whales communicate with each other? To maintain peaceful group cohesion and communicate… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

Brilliant and communicative animals, wild elephants live intricate, interwoven, and complex social lives. They communicate intentions, emotions, greetings, warnings, and concerns with each other through a range of expressions, including… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

Kelp forests and seaweed beds are a crucial part of the ocean ecosystem. They provide food, nursery grounds, and hiding places for diverse marine life. Ocean apex predators depend on… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

Currently, only about 20 human communities around the world permanently live at elevations above 14,800 feet. Only about 2% of the world's human population permanently lives above 8,200 feet. Indeed,… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

Experts at protecting themselves, most cacti species bear defensive structures such as spines and glochidia. These sharp structures cover the stems and pads, protecting them from the sun and hungry… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

If you're welcoming a new puppy into your home or noticing that your dog is struggling in their interspecies interactions, you may be interested in how to best socialize your… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

Connecting the Mediterranean Sea with the Atlantic Ocean between the southern tip of Spain and northern Africa, the Strait of Gibraltar hosts a spectacular range of marine life. This channel,… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

For many, stingrays are an instantly recognizable marine animal, gliding near the floor of the ocean with their flattened bodies and elongated, narrow tails. These fish, along with skates, sharks,… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

Planning on hiking a portion or the entirety of the Continental Divide Trail? If you're taking a trip to experience the wonder of this scenic and historical path, you may… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

If you're welcoming the intelligent, determined, and affectionate bluetick coonhound into your home, you may be wondering what to expect from this breed's development. In this guide, we'll discuss bluetick… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

If you're thinking about adopting or just welcomed a rat terrier into your home, you may be wondering how long you could expect to have this pup in your life.… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 10 months ago

If you have a pup who requires regular grooming, finding the perfect dog groomer will ensure the comfort of your dog and a high-quality result. Depending on where you live,… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

Even though humans and dogs have co-evolved together, living in a modern human-dominated world can cause significant stress for our canine companions. Much of this stress can be resolved through… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

The animal world features a fascinating and diverse range of hunting strategies. For some species, hunting cooperatively helps ensure group and individual survival and increases the ability to take down… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

Traveling to the coastal Mexican state of Baja California? Featuring stunning beaches, forests, shrublands, mountains, and deserts, this land is home to diverse, enduring lifeforms. If you're exploring this stunning… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

If you're the caregiver of a dog, you may be familiar with the term "resource guarding". You may be pals with a dog who seems to struggle with guarding resources.… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

Preparing to welcome a greyhound puppy into your home? If so, you're likely seeking breed-specific information to help you best raise and support your new canine companion. In this guide,… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

Incredible apex predators of the seas, great white sharks are a critical part of the ocean ecology. After their numbers plummeted by about 70% since the 1970s, researchers and conservationists… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

If you're bringing home a new Rottweiler pal, you're likely invested in knowing how to help your pup safely navigate the world and become a well-rounded canine companion. In this… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

The modern world can be quite a frightening place for a dog. Urban living, especially, can represent sensory overload for many pups. For sensitive dogs, a routine day at the… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

A gentle giant of the ocean, the whale shark is a breathtakingly beautiful, and enormous shark that captures the hearts of any who have had the honor of swimming alongside… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 11 months ago

If you frequent the waters of California's Central Coast, you may be wondering if great white sharks are in the area. One of the more popular spots for swimming and… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 12 months ago

Bringing home a foster dog from your local shelter? First of all, thank you so much for providing a safe, loving home for a shelter pup. Whenever you foster from… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 12 months ago

Planning a trip to the Stikine River, known as the fastest free-flowing navigable river in North America? If so, you may be wondering about the ecology of the river, if… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 12 months ago

Planning a trip or simply interested in the breathtaking wilderness of Southwest Alaska? If so, you may be wondering about the stunning Kuskokwim River, known as the longest free-flowing river… Read More

By Cammi Morgan 12 months ago