Hannah Crawford
Author for A-Z Animals

Watching a wild animal hunt is a very enthralling experience. So much of the footage we see of animal hunts online takes place overseas in Africa. It’s easy to capture… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Size doesn’t always matter, as we’re constantly told in society. There are many times that both people and animals are capable of beating something larger than they are. And if… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

When we think of apex predators in the wild, we easily think of lions, tigers, crocodiles, polar bears, wolves, and killer whales. And typically, when an apex predator gets into… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Animals who are solitary creatures often know the eminent danger they are in by various predators because they are alone. Animals that form groups often mistake their numbers for complete… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Everywhere in the world, there is always someone who wants to be the first at something. The first to climb a mountain, the first to uncover some hidden treasure or… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Our pets are some of our best friends in life. They are often very capable of being an emotional support system for us. And vice versa, we are often that… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

 "Don’t ever leave your child in the car.” This is a common phrase we not only hear but is genuine common sense! Children and babies are not able to adequately… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Many African predators don’t get the credit that they deserve when hunting. Much of the prey that can be found in Africa can be twice as large as the predator… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Animals face all sorts of dangers in the wild. Dangers from predators, the harsh environment, and trying to find sufficient food and a water supply. But, we soon forget that… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

The element of surprise is perhaps one of the greatest advantages that a predator in the wild can have. The prey that predators are hunting are sometimes larger and can… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

There are many videos on the internet from Africa that share a predator taking prey down singlehandedly. And while animals such as lions, hyenas, and cheetahs are part of groups,… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

While hunting is one of the most popular pastimes to take on, there can also be a great danger to hunting if you’re not careful. A hunter in Germany learned… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

There is so much about animals that brings us immeasurable joy as humans. From having household pets and service animals to even visiting the local zoo in your city is… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

It’s always nice to be able to prepare for the tragedy that might befall us in life. Perhaps we can adequately prepare for a massive hurricane coming in a few… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Many predators in the wild are solitary hunters. Animals like snow leopards and polar bears don’t rely on anyone but themselves in order to survive. However, other animals, such as… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

The speed of animals is something that has always amazed us here at A-Z Animals. It’s easy to be shocked by the size, strength, and power that animals possess when… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Bears are often feared because of their size. These animals are bigger, stronger, and faster than we are as humans. So, it is only right that we would have a… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

For all the love that a mother has to protect her young, in the wild, many animals know that when it comes to predators, there is little they can do… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

When we think of animals in the wild, it is easy for our minds to go to the land of Africa. With over 100,000 species of mammals, insects, fish, and… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

One of the fondest memories we may have of childhood games is playing hide and seek. There’s just something about the thrill of hiding and then running from the one… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Have you ever met a behemoth of a baby? If you’re envisioning chubby cheeks and tubby arms and legs, then we’re not exactly on the same page. When we say… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Fear is an inevitable emotion that comes to both humans and animals. Have you ever heard the phrase, “Animals are more afraid of you than you are of them?” We… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Animals are much smarter than we give them credit for. They don’t just merely catch food as it floats by. However, many animals in the wild can be opportunistic hunters.… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Coming face to face with a massive bear is never anyone's idea of a good time. It’s even tougher to deal with when you’re not expecting that to happen. Let’s… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

When we think of backflips, it’s easy to think of someone who is incredibly fit doing them. A gymnast who has dedicated their life to eating right, keeping the pounds… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Animals in the wild get in fights every day. Whether this is fighting for territory, mating rights, or over food. However, there are few animals that will have the audacity… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Mercy is a dangerous quality to have when it comes to hunting in the wild. While mercy has a great connotation in the human world, in the animal world it… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

For those of us who are not car savvy, there is one phrase we hate hearing people say. “Just pop the hood and take a look.” Like what are we… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Drama is at the forefront of Hollywood's mission statement. If they can’t provide drama in either a comedy or an action-packed movie, then sales will soon plummet. There has to… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

Animals in the wild have so much they have to worry about on a daily basis. Concerns such as where they will sleep, what they will eat that day, if… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

We know that animals are capable of emotions just as we, as humans, are. And who knows why they feel the emotions of anger? It can be a variety of… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

When we look at bears such as the famous grizzly bear or the great American black bear, it’s difficult to imagine they could ever have any fear. However, these massive… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 3 months ago

We’re sure everyone reading this blog post at some time or another has had a dream of a bear, dog, or lion chasing them. However, in real life, any animal… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

The strength of the king of the jungle knows no bounds. They are often elevated to this position of never being able to fail. However, we know that is not… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

Fights between predator and prey are a common everyday occurrence in the wild, especially in the land of Africa. Whether it is hyenas stealing food from a cheetah, African wild… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

Finding an animal trapped is perhaps one of the worst things to watch. Whether they find themselves trapped in a fence, in a hole, caught in a fishing net, or… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

Lions are the apex predators of Africa. Their power and title as king of the jungle leaves them to be feared by many prey. They will hunt and feast on… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

Coming face to face with death is never any animal's idea of a good time. Being across from a stronger, faster predator and weighing more is enough to intimidate any… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

The connection between humans and wild animals is a precious relationship. People who take the time to truly understand animals in their natural environment instead of fearing animals are people… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

The hippopotamus is a fearsome animal to come across in the wild. Don’t let their herbivore-eating status dissuade you. They weigh anywhere from 2,200-9,900 pounds and reach up to 16.5… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

When we think of “ugly” animals, it’s easy to immediately think of animals such as rats, vultures, or hyenas. These animals have one thing in common: their scavenging skills. Scavenging… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

If you’re on this post reading, you likely have a passion for animals in general. And you’ve probably watched a wide array of videos of animals from the plains of… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

When we think of kind gestures, we often envision scenarios such as the following. Someone paying it forward in the Starbucks line, a kind family member helping with an overdue… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

The art of ambushes and patience is a skill that goes hand in hand in the wild. To successfully ambush the prey that predators need in order to eat, they… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

Have you ever seen someone show off for the camera? Our minds go straight to a Christmas pageant or a recital where a group of children see their families gathered… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

The loyalty of a dog to its owner is unparalleled. Not only are they beyond excited to see us every time we walk through the door, but they will fight… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

Typically, when we think of friendly animals, we would say dogs, cats, horses, and bunny rabbits, to list a few. However, there are estimated to be about 8.7 million species… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

When the going gets tough, many people end up quitting. Whether that is a career change, a failed diet, or an overdue credit card. Well, animals are no different than… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

Picking on someone your own size takes on a whole new meaning with this viral video seen above. Typically, that phrase references someone who is larger picking on someone small.… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago

When we think of little kids and what types of animals they might be frightened of, we would imagine a barking pitbull, a bear jumping up on the glass at… Read More

By Hannah Crawford 4 months ago