Pilot and Dog Die in Plane Crash While Transporting Rescue Animals The Catskills A pilot transporting rescue animals from Maryland to New York was found dead after the plane they… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
Eliana Riley
Eliana Riley is a writer at A-Z Animals where her primary focus is on geography, travel, and landmarks. Eliana is a third-year student at Miami University majoring in English Education and Spanish.
A resident of Tennessee and Ohio, Eliana enjoys traveling to national and state parks, hiking, kayaking, and camping.
U.S. Capitol Flies Flag to Honor Charleston Animal Society 150th Anniversary https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRPzMlqbbSg Alongside the annual Paws in the Park fundraiser, the Charleston Animal Society was recognized in the country’s capital… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Proposes Giraffes be Classified as an Endangered Species The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed placing three subspecies of northern giraffe on the endangered species… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
$25,000 Reward Offered for Information on Missing Horses, Possibly Stolen for Their Meat A sudden rise in horse kidnappings in Florida's St. Lucie and Okeechobee counties has residents disturbed and… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
Petco's New “Welcome to the Family” Program Announced Petco announced the start of its “Welcome to the Family” adoption program today. Developed by training, grooming, and veterinary experts, the program… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
World’s First Complete Digitized Monkey Released https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xii1VJX85nM A healthcare technology company has just released the first-ever digitized monkey. Anatomage, Inc. has created projects like this in the past and is… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
Therapy Dogs' Willingness to Participate in Animal-Assisted Interventions Focus of New Project The Human Animal Bond Research Institute and Pet Partners have awarded a grant to study how individual differences… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
New 2025 Stamps Feature Adorable Baby Animals This morning, the United States Postal Service unveiled their 2025 stamp, and one of the collections is of adorable baby wild animals. Designed… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
Idina Menzel to Perform on Bronx Zoo’s Float in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade The Bronx Zoo celebrates its 125th anniversary this year. The Bronx Zoo recently announced Broadway star Idina… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
13 Monkeys Continue to Elude Authorities After Massive Escape Of the 43 monkeys that escaped from a research lab in South Carolina last week, 13 have completely eluded authorities. Luckily,… Read More
By Eliana Riley 6 months ago
Introduction Have you ever wondered what life looks like through a dog’s eyes? Dogs have a specific eye anatomy that makes their vision unique. While the makeup of a dog’s… Read More
By Eliana Riley 9 months ago
Discovering the Amazing World of Horses Horses are majestic and versatile creatures, and some horse breeds are known for their incredible size! Many of the heaviest and tallest horses are… Read More
By Eliana Riley 11 months ago
Key Points Snakes, among most other reptiles, do not reside in Ireland. Many credit Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, with ridding the country of snakes. Most scholars believe… Read More
By Eliana Riley 1 year ago
Key Points While some animals are only associated with one or two Ancient Egyptian deities, others are associated with entire groupings of the gods. Often, Egyptian deities were portrayed with… Read More
By Eliana Riley 1 year ago
Key Points The New Seven Wonders of the World replaced the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, as most of the ancient wonders were destroyed. The adoption of the New… Read More
By Eliana Riley 1 year ago
Approximately 332 people have died while climbing Mount Everest since 1921, translating to around 4.4 fatalities every year. The most recent death on Mount Everest occurred on June 3, 2023.… Read More
By Eliana Riley 1 year ago
Key Points The first Thanksgiving took place at Plymouth Colony between the pilgrims and the Wampanoag tribe. Scholars are unsure whether turkey was served at the first Thanksgiving. Two prolific… Read More
By Eliana Riley 1 year ago
Key Points Many of the animals represented in Greek mythology have supernatural characteristics, such as multiple heads or the combination of one or more animals. Some animals found in Greek… Read More
By Eliana Riley 1 year ago
Key Points The first Thanksgiving was in November of 1621 by the pilgrims of Plymouth and the Wampanoag tribe. President Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863. Some… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Discover the elevation of New Hampshire's Mount Washington. How Tall is Mount Washington in New Hampshire? Mount Washington stands an impressive 6,288 feet high, making it the tallest peak in… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Key Points The seven wonders of the ancient world occupy a limited geographic range. The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only wonder of the ancient world that still stands… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Key Points The exchange of animals, language, crops, and goods after the Spanish discovered the New World is referred to as the Colombian Exchange. Some animals brought to the New… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Key Points Europeans led by Christopher Columbus first arrived in the New World on October 12, 1492. Spanish colonists claim the greatest responsibility for the introduction of new and domesticated… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Key Points The bison population in North America once numbered in the tens of millions. European hunters practically eradicated bison in the West, resulting in conservation efforts from managers of… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Key Points Most of Utah’s climate is arid, and around one-third of the state is considered a true desert. Most people assume that mountain lions are only found in mountainous… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Three main deserts exist in the state of California: the Mojave Desert, the Great Basin Desert, and the Colorado Desert. Within these deserts lies diverse wildlife. Some creatures roaming California… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Quick Answer: Scientists are convinced a new ocean will form in Africa because tectonic plates on the eastern side of the country seem to be inching further apart, potentially causing… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Both tigers and king cobras are fearsome predators, able to attack and kill prey larger than themselves. While tigers rely on their hunting skills, strength, and bite force, king… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Orcas are one of the ocean’s top predators and can conquer the greatest aquatic beasts known to man. While orcas are called killer whales, their behavior in the wild does… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Honey badgers and mountain lions do not live in the same region. In fact, both animals reside in different hemispheres. While mountain lions are found in the Western Hemisphere… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Key Points: The bacteria found in Komodo dragon saliva may cause sepsis, which results in symptoms like shortness of breath, fever, and intense pain in humans. Despite their bulky stature,… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Bull sharks and giant squids are fearsome predators swimmiing throughout the world’s oceans. While bull sharks typically prefer coastal waters, giant squids are found deep below the ocean’s surface. In… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Despite low shark attack rates, many people still fear shark attacks to an incredible extent. In fact, some people are so terrified of sharks that they refuse to swim… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Both the giant squid and the tiger shark are highly dangerous creatures that pose a threat to human life. While the giant squid may measure nearly twice the size… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Over 10,000 species of birds exist across the globe, and around 1,000 extinct species have been discovered. While most animals on Earth are marine or terrestrial, these creatures of… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Key Points: Killer whales, also known as Orcas, belong to the dolphin family and travel most of the world's oceans in groups called pods. Orcas are apex predators and grow… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Bull sharks and barracudas are marine animals that prefer shallow waters along the coast. Therefore, the possibility of both fish meeting one another could occur. Furthermore, if a bull… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction The python is native to the Eastern Hemisphere, and the rattlesnake resides in the Western Hemisphere. While it is unlikely that the two snakes would ever meet, it’s possible,… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Humpback whales are massive creatures that swim in almost every part of the world. While other whale species are significantly larger than the humpback, the humpback whale remains a… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Polar bears and great white sharks are both apex predators with few natural predators in the wild. Furthermore, both animals are carnivores and hunt for similar prey, such as… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Huskies are a dog breed beloved by many across the world, characterized as kind, playful, and adventurous. On the other hand, the fox is often seen as sly, clever,… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction While pit bulls may seem intimidating, they are friendly, playful dogs that get along well with humans. However, some pit bulls can be aggressive, and their bite packs a… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Key Points Reticulated pythons can be as long as 28.5 feet and weigh 320 pounds. Komodo dragons are about ten feet long and can weigh as much as 300 pounds.… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction If you live in the lower half of the United States, it’s highly likely that you’ve encountered a brown recluse before. If you haven’t, you’re lucky because these creepy… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Cheetahs and mountain lions are two big cats known for their incredible hunting skills. While the cheetah is native to Africa and parts of the Middle East, the mountain… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction Giant squid and barracudas are two of the most fearsome marine animals swimming through the earth’s oceans and seas. Both creatures have razor-sharp teeth and a menacing appearance. While… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Introduction The official state animal of Florida, the Florida panther, has an interesting backstory of how it was adopted by the state legislature. While the species serves as a symbol… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
The United States has some 30 venomous snake species. Almost every state is home to at least one venomous snake, excluding Hawaii, Maine, Rhode Island, and Alaska. While there may… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Despite their annoyance to humans, flies are a fascinating insect with many unique biological features. Over 100,000 species of flies exist, many of which are not typically considered flies by… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
Key Points Super pigs are hybrid species resulting from mating or breeding between wild and domestic pigs. While super pigs primarily reside in Canada, their populations and range are expanding… Read More
By Eliana Riley 2 years ago
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