Spring is in bloom, as they say, and with the shifting of the seasons, nature shifts into full gear. Late April into May is when the desert wildflowers start to… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
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I'm a Wildlife Conservation Author and Journalist, raising awareness about conservation by teaching others about the amazing animals we share the planet with. I graduated from the University of Minnesota-Morris with a degree in Elementary Education and I am a former teacher. When I am not writing I love going to my kids' soccer games, watching movies, taking on DIY projects and running with our giant Labradoodle "Tango".
As the temperatures start to climb into the 50s and 60s, it is time to start uncovering your roses and prepping your garden for the upcoming season. While Wyoming can… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Whales are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. If you have ever seen one in person you understand the magnitude of these massive animals. Whale watchers travel… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Snakehead fish are freshwater fish with elongated bodies and flat, scaly heads, which gives them a snake-like appearance. They have upturned mouths full of tiny teeth. On their back, they… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
If you absolutely love a pop of purple in your home aquarium, there are several amazing purple fish you can add to your setup. In addition to some brightly colored… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
In North America, periodic cicadas emerge from the soil on a 13- or 17-year cycle based on where they live. You may be familiar with the noisy “song” of the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
The biggest animals on the planet are water animals! Without the same resistance of gravity, water animals are able to get much larger and heavier than land animals. Elephants, the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Marsupials are a group of mammals that belong to the Metatheria (or Marsupialia) infraclass. One of the most common marsupials is the kangaroo, which gives birth prematurely to its young,… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Whales are the largest animals on the Earth! Whales are massive marine mammals that can be found in every ocean of the world. From the frigid waters in the Antarctic… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Whales are the largest animal on Earth! The blue whale can grow to 98 feet long and weigh 400,000 pounds. You must have to eat a lot to maintain a… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Take cover! If you are an insect minding your own business along the river’s edge and you live in archerfish territory you better be on guard! Archerfish can shoot down… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Malawi is a small country in East Africa. The third largest lake on the continent lies along its eastern border. Lake Malawi has an incredibly diverse selection of freshwater fish;… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
The country of Mali in Western Africa is mostly desert. However, the Niger River and its tributaries flow through the country, providing the perfect habitat for various freshwater fish. Mali… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Iraq is a Middle Eastern country that borders the Persian Gulf. The major river systems of the Tigris and Euphrates flow through Iraq and form the Mesopotamian marshes before emptying… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
The Middle Eastern country of Jordan has some very recognizable bodies of water like the Dead Sea and the Red Sea. The Jordan River also flows along the western border,… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
The country of Israel is in the Middle East, with the Mediterranean Sea to the west and the Red Sea to the south. The Sea of Galilee and the Dead… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Mongolia is a landlocked country in Asia just north of China and south of Russia. Plenty of fascinating fish inhabit the cool deep lakes, crisp streams, and raging rivers. The… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
For a country that is mostly desert, you will be surprised to discover several intriguing fish species that are found in Niger. Niger is located in West Africa with the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Key Points Bluefin tuna is the largest of the 15 tuna species and come in Atlantic, Pacific and Southern varieties. The largest bluefin tuna ever caught in California was 395… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Indonesia is an archipelago off the coast of Southeast Asia situated right along the equator. There are five major islands including Sumatra, Java, Borneo, Sulawesi, and New Guinea. To the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Key Points American eels live in freshwater and are often used as bait to catch other fish. American eels can be 6 feet long, but most are in the 2-… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
A wide range of vibrant orange-coloured fish are available if you want to add some pop to your tank or create an exclusively orange aquarium. While saltwater fish sometimes get… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
If you have a home aquarium filled with various amazing fish coexisting in harmony, you probably are not looking to add a troublemaker. However, some of the most aggressive fish… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
From the Tennessee River in the north to the Alabama and Coosa Rivers near Montgomery, there is some fine catfishing in the state of Alabama. Some anglers swear the biggest… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
If you are looking to spice up your aquarium with some red-hot freshwater fish, you are going to want to narrow your choices down so you can find the perfect… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Fascinating black fish can take your aquarium to the next level! Some of the most popular types of aquarium fish are colorful, like a classic orange goldfish or bright blue… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
When your entire eastern border is the Mississippi River you can imagine there is some fine fishing in your state! Missouri also has the namesake Missouri River, the longest river… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
If you are looking to liven up your aquarium with a splash of purple you could add a few purple silky artificial plants, but wouldn’t it be more enticing to… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
The animal world is full of vibrant colors, including stunningly colorful scarlet macaws and iridescent peacocks. When it comes to yellow animals, you may immediately think of honeybees, canaries or… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
New Zealand is an island country located southeast of Australia. There are two main islands and hundreds of smaller islands off the coast. Besides some of the massive deep-sea fish,… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Madagascar is an island off the coast of southeast Africa. It sits in the Indian Ocean just across the Mozambique Channel from the mainland of Africa. As an island, you… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Here are ten spectacular fish found in Iceland. Iceland is an island country a little bigger than Ireland. It is located northwest of the United Kingdom, west of Norway, and… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Ecuador is a small country in the northwest corner of South America. It sits between Columbia and Peru with a coastline on the Pacific Ocean. The Ecuadorian Amazon has an… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
The 6 Largest Turkeys in the World If you are planning a Thanksgiving dinner for eight adults and seven kids (and you are looking forward to leftover turkey sandwiches), you… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Nevada is famous for Las Vegas and its multitude of casinos and shows, as well as for its hot climate. For instance, Death Valley recorded the highest temperature this past… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Uganda is a country in eastern Africa that is just west of Kenya. As a landlocked nation, it does not touch the Mediterranean Sea or the Atlantic Ocean, but about… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Key Points Chihuahuas, more so than almost any other dog breed, are renowned for their petite size, usually weighing about 6 lbs on average. Certain chihuahuas defy the conventions of… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Guyana is a country in northeast South America located along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. Four major rivers in the country flow into the Atlantic; the Courantyne, Berbice, Demerara,… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Venezuela is a country in northern South America bordering the Caribbean Sea. The Andes Mountains are located in the western part of the country, the Amazon basin is in the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Montana is a vast state along the northeast border of the US with Canada. Not heavily populated, there is plenty of diversity in animals and wildlife. Did you know there… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Egypt is a Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean and the Red Sea. The famous Nile River flows through the country emptying into the Mediterranean. The Nile divides the two… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
The Philippines is a series of islands in Southeast Asia. The islands are off the southeast coast of China, north of Indonesia. There are more than 7,600 islands that make… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
With 85% of the state covered in forests, New Hampshire is the second most forested state next to Maine. I can think of a few animals I would not want… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Michigan is known for its Great Lakes: Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Lake Huron, and Lake Erie (with Lake Ontario being the fifth Great Lake but not bordering Michigan). With all… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Whale sharks are the largest fish in the sea, belonging to the shark species, whale sharks can grow to be almost 40 feet long. Their massive mouths are 5-feet wide,… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Germany is a country in Europe with varied ecosystems. The northern border is along the coast of the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, the southern border has the mountainous… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Australia has some of the most iconic animals like the kangaroo and koala bear. You may think all of Australia is the “outback” referring to the landscape, and much of… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Dominican Republic is an island country located in the Caribbean Sea. It occupies two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola with Haiti occupying the other third. The country is one of… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Guatemala is a Central American country with a coast on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. The landscape is a mix of volcanic mountains, humid rainforests and coastal… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
Vietnam is a country in southeast Asia along the South China Sea. To the west is Cambodia and Laos and to the north is China. The country has a variety… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 2 years ago
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