Insect Facts
White Gnats: How to Identify and Get Rid of Them
You may have noticed a cluster of small white sap-sucking insects (often called whiteflies or woolly aphids) that may appear…
Insect Facts
You may have noticed a cluster of small white sap-sucking insects (often called whiteflies or woolly aphids) that may appear…
Alligator Facts
Louisiana’s four million acres of swamps, lakes, rivers, and marshes provide ideal habitat for the state’s official reptile: the American…
Dog Breed Comparison
German shepherds and Shiloh shepherds are known for their high intelligence and work ethic. These dogs look remarkably similar, but…
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Thanks to its vast high-rises and towering skyscrapers, Miami has the fourth-largest skyline in North America. In fact, nine of…
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Also known as a mudcat or shovelhead cat, the flathead catfish is a North American freshwater catfish species. It is…
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Though they may look like simple creatures, earthworms are anything but. In fact, Charles Darwin spent 40 years observing worms…
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Because of their large size, mastiffs have historically been kept as guard dogs, war dogs, or hunting dogs. And, while…
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Resting at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this man-made reservoir in South Carolina encompasses 18,500 acres of water.…
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Brought to the U.S. from China in the nineteenth century, the American Pekin is one of the most popular breeds…
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Found throughout the United States, silverfish are wingless insects that inhabit high-moisture areas such as gardens, leaf piles, or caves.…
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Carpet beetles can be terrible pests in your home. Causing damage to carpets and other fabrics, they incite more destruction…
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While a couple of towns claim the title of “Catfish Capital of the World,” this town in Louisiana is the…
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There are many benefits to keeping backyard chickens. First, happy and vibrant chickens provide fresh eggs that are healthier to…
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Yes, dogs do have belly buttons! However, a dog’s belly button looks a little different from a human’s. The best…
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Unfortunately, there is no “season” for termites. They can infest your home any time of year, so termites are a…
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Originally bred as working dogs, huskies are known for their incredible sled-pulling skills. Loyal, friendly, and a tad mischievous, huskies…
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In 1806, a Spanish explorer, Gabriel Moraga, and his group of colonists arrived on the south bank of the Merced…
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Found in tropical regions, goatfish thrive in shallow ocean waters with coral reefs. As they spend their time nosing around…
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While there are over 45 species of termites in the United States, they fall into three main categories: subterranean, drywood,…
Nicknamed “white ants,” termites look similar to ants save for their pale coloring. However, unlike ants, termites pose a massive…
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Part of the canine family, coyotes reside in every state in the continental United States. Coyotes can adjust to both…
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Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne illness in the United States, infecting an estimated 476,000 people each year. It…
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American ginseng, or Panax quinquefolius, is an herb that is endemic to North America. A popular natural remedy, it’s believed…
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Australian shepherds are very amiable and intelligent dogs. Bred initially as medium-sized working dogs, Aussies have a strong drive to…
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Controlled deer hunting can be beneficial to the regional deer population as well as native vegetation. Preventing the deer population…
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Giant trees like redwoods and manna gum trees are crucial to our forest ecosystems. These huge trees store large amounts…
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Bighead carp are plankton eaters and are devastating competition for native creatures. Because bighead carp grow to such large sizes…
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The Brazos River is the third longest river in Texas and flows almost entirely in the state. Early Spanish explorers…
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While black crappies originated from the eastern United States, this game fish was so popular that people began stocking lakes,…
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June 20, 2020, may have begun like any other day for spear fisherman John T. Rieger. By day’s end, he…
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Before the eighteenth century, black bears were prevalent in Georgia. However, because of habitat loss and unrestricted hunting, Georgia’s black…
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Inhabiting the southeastern United States and eastern China, the alligator is one of the largest reptiles in the world. Because…
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Native to eastern North America, brook trout may be found in high-elevation streams in the United States and Canada. Ranging…
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Chinook salmon are the largest of the Pacific salmon, which is why they are also known as “king salmon.” Famous…
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There is a wide variety of protein choices outside what is available in the grocery store. One efficient protein option…
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Known for their bright, colorful appearance, rainbow trout are highly adaptive fish and popular in the angler community. Because of…
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Many anglers enjoy the challenge that flathead catfish are to hook. Plus, these freshwater fish make for delicious eating. However,…
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Summersville Lake is the largest lake in West Virginia. Because of its incredible water quality and gorgeous sandstone cliffs, Summersville…
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Some may hesitate about trying pheasant, as it’s not a common meat you see in the grocery store. However, it…
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As the largest North American species in the suckerfish family, Buffalo fish have started to become more popular among anglers.…
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Quick Answer Hawaii is very nearly paradise. With an average summer temperature of 85°F and an average winter temperature of…
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This long-legged bird of prey packs a powerful punch. Where most of its raptor relatives use flight as a way…
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Smallmouth bass are one of North America‘s most popular species for sport or recreational fishing. They have abundant populations that…
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As one of the largest reservoirs in the United States, Lake Texoma is an essential wildlife habitat that is home…
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Barracudas are efficient predators with very few enemies. Because of their speed, size, and spectacular teeth, not many creatures would…
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South Carolina possesses about 683 square miles of lakes and 370,000 acres of reservoirs, both prime habitats for alligators. As…
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Of the three types of venomous snakes in Pennsylvania, the copperhead is the most common. Copperheads live in wooded areas…
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Although Georgia has alligators, you only find them in the southern part of the state. From Columbus through Macon to…
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Georgia has between 200,000-250,000 alligators. The hot and humid climate and the wetlands across the state make it an excellent…
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Over 90 percent of flowering plants on our planet require pollination, and that’s where bees come in. Without a bee’s…