Colby Maxwell
Author for A-Z Animals

We've all seen the movies. An airplane flies through the air while a scratchy radio clicks on, "Approaching Mach speed." For most people, Mach speed is a cool idea. However,… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

Looking to make a career switch but want to make sure you stay away from dangerous jobs? Well, we are here to help! There are lots of jobs out there,… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

North Carolina has a lot of charm, especially once you leave the large cities behind you. The state splits into three distinct sections from east to west: the coastal plains,… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

Fishing and Florida go together like peanut butter and jelly, but unlike the beloved sandwich, there are some rules about how to fish in the state. Of all the fish… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

Mecklenburg County in North Carolina is the most heavily populated county in the state, but it holds a few other records as well! Today, we are going to be taking… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

California has been in the news recently as a state experiencing a huge exodus of people, but is that actually true? Today, we are going to take a look at… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

Illinois is a large state with a few major cities, regional hubs, and a lot of people. Today, we are going to take a look at the 10 fastest-growing counties… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

New York is famous for its population swings, especially over the past few years. NYC is always at the top of the list as one of the largest cities in… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

There are all sorts of vegetables in the world, and depending on the language, different ways of saying them! Today, we are going to take a deep dive into vegetables… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

Wisconsin isn't generally viewed as a hot place, but one might just be surprised by how hot this midwestern state can get! Today, we are going to be looking at… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

The Rio Chama is a major tributary of the Rio Grande that flows through Colorado and New Mexico. It's a truly beautiful river that supports the nearby populations and wildlife… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

The Sacramento River is a "powerhouse" river that provides food, water, and more to the people and animals that live on or near its shores. Today, we are going to… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

Hummingbirds are some of the most beautiful and elegant creatures on the earth, and inviting them into your yard is almost like seeing a fairy flitting about. Like a mythical… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

The Pamlico Sound is an important lagoon along the North American East Coast. It plays an essential role in human activities, as well as the ecology of the region. Today,… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 9 months ago

Common trees that start with the letter "S" include Satinleaf, Sandalwood, Sapodilla, Seagrape, Sycamore, Spruce, Sweetgum, Silver Maple, Serviceberry, and Sitka Spruce. Read on to learn more about these amazing… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Cuba is one of the largest islands near the United States and exerts a large cultural influence on the region, but just how large is it? Today, we will rank… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Indiana is a state in the Midwest region of the United States, known for its friendly people and midwestern charm. It is the 17th most populous state in the country,… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

North Carolina is a state of many extremes. On one side is the Atlantic Ocean, while the other is the tallest point in the Appalachian Mountain range! One of the… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Supersonic speeds are exciting to hear and read about, but they are also just a marvel to imagine! Humans have created machines that allow us to travel at incredible speeds,… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

There are "Sylvan Lakes" all across the U.S., including lakes in New York, Colorado, and Florida. Perhaps the most notable is Sylvan Lake in Custer State Park, South Dakota. Sylvan… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Michigan is home to some of the Midwest's largest cities. The state has a lot to offer by way of financial growth and cultural centers. Today, we are going to… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

White bass are an extremely common member of the temperate bass family and live across the central and midwest U.S. Often, white bass are targeted by beginner anglers and kids… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

The American flag has a lot of variations, with new ones created all the time. In recent years, a new version of the flag has popped up and made waves… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Canada is a country of vast wilderness and some of the largest game in the world, including wolves. Today, we are going to take discover how many wolves live in… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Key Points: Roadrunners can run up to 25 miles per hour making them one of the fastest birds on land. These omnivores will eat seeds, fruits, insects, lizards, and even… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Mount St. Helens is one of the more famous places in the United States. It's famous partially because of how beautiful it is but also because of its interesting geological… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Rams are known for their impressive curled horns, which they use to fight for dominance, territory, and mates. But sometimes, a single ram's headbutt can be enough to end a… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Key Points The tigress exerts her strength as she expertly dispatches a wild boar while chest-deep in mud and water. Undeterred by the boar's screams of protest, the tigress, maintains… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 10 months ago

Key Points: Hippos are extremely territorial, aggressive, and protective of their young. They've been known to kill lions, hyenas, alligators, and even humans. African wild dogs belong to their own… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points: In this video, a female tiger is seen facing off with a large male tiger over a freshly killed deer. Tigers most often hunt alone, however sometimes share… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points Elephants are massive animals that roam the wild in Africa and Asia. Sometimes, they encounter human-made obstacles, such as roads and cars. A massive elephant crushed a small… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points: The tiger is a Bengal tiger, known for its distinct characteristics. Bengal tigers can reach impressive sizes and rank among the largest and most potent wild cats when… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points A herd of buffalo hopes to find a bit of refuge from the sun and get a drink of water at one of the last watering holes in… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Lions are some of the most fearsome predators on the planet. Together, a pair of lions can take down some of the largest prey on the plains of Africa. That… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Lions are known as the kings of the jungle, but sometimes they bite off more than they can chew. In this viral video, you can see what happens when three… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

If you think you have a problem with laundry, wait until you see what this couple had to deal with. In a viral video, a woman stands outside her home… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points The video shows the grizzly bear running into the water, swimming toward a group of kayakers. In response, the kayakers desperately try to backpaddle away. Despite its bulk,… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points A camera mounted on a nearby tripod captures the release of a huge grizzly bear in the wild after capture and relocation. The device used to release the… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points Cahills Crossing at Kakadu National Park is a popular spot for crocodiles. The crocodile stops in the middle of the road and although an oncoming car tries to… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points At a wildlife park in South Africa, a car stopped to let the people see a lion, but instead of staying asleep, the lion walked up to the… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points Dean Schneider is a 28-year-old Swiss wildlife expert who left his finance job to live with wild animals in Africa. He created the rescue Hakuna Mipaka Oasis, which… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

If you think cats and dogs can't get along, think again. This viral video shows how a brave cat came to the rescue of its canine companion when a bully… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points Elephants are the largest land animals on earth, but they still face some predators. Elephants congregate in groups and communicate through vocalizations and vibrations so if there is… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago

Key Points: Sea turtles are able to consume jellyfish because they have thick skin and shells that protect them from the jellyfish's stinging cells called nematocysts, as well as sharp… Read More

By Colby Maxwell 11 months ago