Smell is a critically important sense for many animals. It may help them hunt or forage for food, find a mate, keep safe from danger, communicate with others, and more.… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 8 months ago
E. E. Gonzalez is a writer, editor, and creative who loves learning about wildlife. She has researched and written many articles, books, and other texts about animals, plants, and conservation issues. In addition to her passion for researching the natural world, Ms. Gonzalez loves bookbinding, creating visual art, and writing songs. She has one cat and three plants at her home in Chicago.
Smell is a critically important sense for many animals. It may help them hunt or forage for food, find a mate, keep safe from danger, communicate with others, and more.… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 8 months ago
Bamboo is a hardy, perennial grass many people use as an ornamental plant. Its unique beauty and height make it a popular choice for adding privacy to backyards and a… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 12 months ago
Many betta fish owners have experienced the dismay of noticing that their pet's beautiful, flowing fins are fraying or discolored. Fin rot, also known as fin melt, is a bacterial… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 1 year ago
The bullmastiff is undeniably one of the most impressive dog breeds alive today. Nineteenth-century English gamekeepers bred these large dogs to be protectors. The breed stems from a mix of… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 1 year ago
When you think of whiskers, you might first imagine a cat or a dog. Many mammals have these hairy appendages. In fact, most of them do. Did you know that… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 1 year ago
Like your Aunt Susan, the great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) often prefers to spend its winters in a warmer locale. The Gulf of Mexico provides the perfect getaway for this… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 1 year ago
Pigs are an increasingly popular companion-animal choice for people looking to bring an animal into their homes. Keeping a pig as a pet can be rewarding, but it can also… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 1 year ago
No homeowner wants a lawn that is anything short of healthy and lush. Many people turn to fertilizers to achieve their ideal green space. As a responsible pet owner, you… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 1 year ago
The prairie is an oft-overlooked but critical ecosystem. Prairies once covered about one-third of the United States, serving as the habitat for countless plant and animal species. Sadly, most of… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 1 year ago
When you try to imagine the most romantic creature in the animal kingdom, a goose may not be the first candidate that springs to mind. That may very well change… Read More
By E. E. Gonzalez 1 year ago