Crystal
Author for A-Z Animals
Crystal is a dedicated writer at A-Z Animals, focusing on topics related to mammals, insects, and travel. With over a decade of experience in the world of research and writing, she also fulfills the role of a skilled video and audio engineer.
Residing in sunny Florida, alligators are Crystal's favorite animal.
New Mexico is most known for its diverse landscape; it's also a popular fishing spot. There's the Rio Grande River, bountiful lakes, and plenty of quaint fishing ponds. The waters… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
What are the best fish to catch in Virginia this summer? It depends on what type of challenge you're looking for. Do you want a leisurely day of reeling in… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
What's better than spending the day fishing? Catching more fish than you ever thought possible! However, instead of hopping from spot to spot and hoping to get lucky, you can… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Fresh is the best way to catch lake trout in Oregon this summer. Attaching live bait with weight will help you attract hungry trout waiting below the surface. Along with… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
When you go to Alaska this summer, trout are only one of the species you should target. There are all sorts of other freshwater and saltwater species that can be… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
The state of Nevada is full of popular sports fish and equally famous lakes and rivers to find them in. There are over 30 lakes in Nevada, and they all… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
The experience of seeing your first catch wiggling on the line is one you'll always remember. Whether you're targeting modest-sized fish or gigantic lunkers, Idaho has something for everyone. By… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Tennessee is home to dozens of popular lakes, rivers, creeks, ponds, and reservoirs. Each environment presents a new fishing opportunity. To help you narrow down your choices, we’ve put together… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Mississippi is home to a diverse population of game fish. Some are more familiar to anglers than others, but all of them can be a thrill to catch. To help… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Fishing is one of the only sports that brings you closer to nature. Something undeniably special happens when you target a specific fish and make a catch. The sense of… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
About 19 million years ago sharks experienced an extinction event. Why did sharks almost go extinct millions of years ago? Around 19 million years, sharks experienced an extinction event. Over… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Florida is the Sunshine State, and it's an angler's paradise! The diverse waters make it easy for Florida to be home to all sorts of fish! You can reel in… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
The sport of fishing in Maryland is a lot like it used to be, but with one major difference. Now, anglers have an in-depth understanding of fish behavior. If you… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Where does the term "rip-rap" come from? It's a nautical term about stretching rippling water. But for anglers, it's all about increasing catch rates. Rip-rap shorelines attract baitfish, like bass,… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Are you searching for the best fishing spots in Michigan this summer? A Michigan fishing trip is a must-do on every angler's bucket list. Something about the variety of fishing… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
You're bound to find a favorite fishing spot when you visit Mississippi. But don't rush the process. Be picky, and don't stop until you find a fishing location that checks… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Oklahoma has a lot of lakes that support diverse fish populations. You could catch catfish, crappie, sunfish, bass, and more by fishing a single lake. But you'll have to know… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
New Mexico is home to over 1,200 lakes. Anglers can try their luck at catching all sorts of warm water species. You'll find catfish, white bass, walleye, bluegills, and large… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Guarantee a lucky streak when you visit Nevada this summer. No, we're not talking about the casinos. We're talking about getting lucky by reeling in trophy-sized fish! Nevada has a… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
The white perch is Louisiana's state fish, and it's pretty tasty. If you've never had it before, white perch has a famous sweet taste. It's firm and crumbly and tastes… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
The California scorpionfish (Scorpaena guttata) is worth catching for dinner. There's a mild flavor and dense texture. Fry it, steam it, roll it up in sushi—yum! It's an easy catch,… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Fishing is an outdoor experience everyone should try, and the state of Tennessee has some of the most inspiring lakes which are full of game fish. The largemouth bass is… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Can you say humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa? The long name belongs to Hawaii's state fish. Even though it's the state fish, it's unregulated, so you catch them if you can. As a member… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Montana offers blue ribbon fly fishing opportunities all summer long. The abundance of hatches makes it an excellent place for sight fishing trophy trout. Watching the trout strike the surface… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Trout is one of Georgia's most popular fish to catch and eat. Thin trout fillets throw in a skillet with garlic, lemon juice, white wine, fresh parsley, and lots of… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
In Alabama, it's a class B felony to wrestle a bear! But it's perfectly legal to fish. Anglers from all over the country make their way to Alabama during the… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Rainbow trout are among Colorado's favorite game fish. As members of the salmon family, rainbow trout can grow quite long, with an average size of 20-30 inches. However, they can… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Are you going fishing in Maryland? Then you're in for a treat. Abundant waterways along the Atlantic Ocean. Gorgeous coastlines along the Chesapeake Bay. Expansive lakes with perfect depths. Hidden… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Baboons are clever animals that have been known to escape from zoos. Baboons have frightening incisors that can be 2 inches long! They use their impressive fangs to defend territory,… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Fields, forests, deserts; sparrows live all over the place! You might even spot one hanging out at a local grocery store. But you'll have to look closely; these birds are… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Hawaiian monk seals are an impressive marine mammal. As long as they have a healthy environment, monk seals can live 25 to 30 years. They can grow seven and a… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Humans have been eating oysters for thousands of years. These incredible marine animals have unique anatomy and intriguing lifestyle. Going by the scientific name Ostreidae, oysters belong to the class… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
There are 650 bird species in North America, but only three are bluebirds. Eastern bluebirds live east of the Rocky Mountains. During the summer season, they'll venture as far North… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Owls are marvelous birds of mystery. Since owls are essentially birds of the night, we see them much less than birds of the day. Thankfully, the North American barred owl… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Are you ready for some incredible gopher facts? Gophers spend their entire lives building complex burrow systems, eating, and mating. A single gopher can birth as many as 18 offspring… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
The Delaware River is the longest river without dams east of the Mississippi! The entire river serves as an interstate boundary. In other words, when you stand on one of… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Goats can learn to come to you when you call their name! What are some great ideas to call your pet goat? If you just got a pet goat, congratulations!… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Do you need a multi-purpose feeder insect? Then you should learn how to raise wax worms. Pet reptiles, amphibians, small mammals, and even certain birds can be fed with wax… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
There are close to 560 species of swallowtail butterflies. Have you ever seen a swallowtail butterfly? They're magnificent and strong! Swallowtail butterflies get their name from their long tail. It… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
Key Points The Snake River originates in Wyoming and moves across southern Idaho, then turns north along the Idaho-Oregon border.The Snake River is the Columbia Rivers' largest tributary.The Snake River is… Read More
By Crystal 2 years ago
The largemouth bass is a member of the sunfish family. The largemouth bass is a popular sports fish. You can find largemouth bass worldwide. Largemouth bass (Micropterus Salmoides) belong to… Read More
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