Hannah Ward
Author for A-Z Animals

Maltipoos are some of the most adorable dogs around and are well loved for their excellent nature and high intelligence. They are fascinating breeds and have a unique coat that… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 years ago

When we think about the fastest animals, the first one that comes to mind is the cheetah. Regarded as the fastest animal in the world, they are stunning examples of… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 years ago

Devon Rex and sphynx are two of the most unique and unusual cat breeds in the world. Both are famous for their affectionate and playful nature which makes them excellent… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 years ago

Geese are large waterfowl birds which are widespread around the world. They are well known and are also popular as domesticated birds too. Many species of geese migrate and they… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 years ago

There’s nothing more annoying than having a pesky fly buzzing around your head.  Yet flies are actually some of the most diverse and adaptable insects in the world.  They come… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 years ago

Red squirrels are some of the most adorable little animals which can be seen scampering around and leaping between trees with ease.  With their characteristic red coat and bushy tail… Read More

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Living deep in the heart of the Madagascan rainforest is a small but unusual animal that looks like a cross between a raccoon and a rat. Yet it is neither. Instead,… Read More

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Termites are small yet fascinating insects which are found virtually everywhere in the world except for Antarctica.  They are detrivores and typically eat large amounts of wood and dead plant… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 years ago

The bull shark is one of the most notorious yet fascinating sharks in the world. Famous for being ruthless hunters, they are feared around the world. With their stocky bodies… Read More

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Puffins are small seabirds which are members of the auk family. They are found in both the north Atlantic and north Pacific oceans and in places such as Iceland, Norway,… Read More

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Sun bears are some of the most stunning bears in the world and are easily recognizable with their unique horse-shoe-shaped marking on their chest.  These small yet fascinating bears are… Read More

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Snakes are some of the fascinating animals in the world, and they can be found in a vast array of habitats - both on land and in water. Therefore, if… Read More

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Mourning doves - also known as turtle doves and rain doves - are some of the most iconic birds in North America. They typically live in both open and semi-open… Read More

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The desert tortoise is a fascinating species of tortoise that lives in northwest Mexico and the southwestern regions of the United States. They live largely in the Mojave and Sonoran… Read More

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Minnesota is the twelfth largest state in the US and is home to many fascinating animals - including snakes. There are 17 species of snakes in Minnesota and most of… Read More

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Vultures are incredibly distinctive birds with their bald heads and scavenging nature.  Despite being more commonly associated with death, they are actually some of the most important and unique birds… Read More

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Have you ever wondered just what that small flying insect is that’s buzzing around your face? One of the most annoying things is getting bitten by an insect but not… Read More

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There are more than 500 species of sharks in the world today and they are some of the best-known predators around. Although most sharks typically swim around at a leisurely… Read More

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While playing a relaxing game of golf, the last thing you’d ever expect to encounter on the course is a shark. Yet that is exactly what you can meet at… Read More

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Getting bitten by an insect is a pretty common thing, but one of the most annoying things is getting bitten and not knowing what it is that has bitten you… Read More

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There’s nothing worse than being bitten but not knowing just what it was that bit you. Although no-see-ums - also known as biting midges - and chiggers are both pretty… Read More

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Cottonmouth snakes - also known as water moccasins - are venomous pit vipers that are native to the southeastern region of the United States. They are semi-aquatic and live in… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 years ago

We’ve all encountered pesky biting insects, but have you ever wondered just what it is that’s biting you? Two of the best-known biting insects are mosquitoes and no-see-ums (also known… Read More

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Tuna are some of the best known fishes in the world due to the popularity of their meat. However, the fish themselves are huge, powerful predators which also make them… Read More

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Bettas and guppies are both small but incredibly colorful freshwater fish. Their stunning and varied appearance makes them some of the most popular fish in the world as aquarium species.… Read More

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Copperheads and eastern hognose snakes are both medium-sized snakes that are endemic to North America. Copperheads are one of the most well-known snakes native to North America. However, as they… Read More

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Mosquitofish and guppies are both small freshwater fish that are popular aquarium species. They are both extremely adaptable fish and can survive in many different conditions. Although small, these fish… Read More

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Endlers and guppies are both small freshwater fish that are known for their bright and stunning colors. They are extremely adaptable and thrive in many different conditions - something that… Read More

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Guppies - also known as rainbow fish or millionfish - are small freshwater fish native to South America, where they inhabit slow-moving rivers and streams. However, they are also one… Read More

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Great blue herons are large wading birds that live in freshwater wetland habitats across North and Central America. In fact, as the largest herons native to North America, they are well… Read More

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Herons are large freshwater birds that are best known for their long-legged and long-necked appearance. There are more than 60 recognized species of herons in the world and they can be… Read More

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Sharks are some of the best-known animals in the world due to their notorious reputation. They are cartilaginous fish, and they live in every ocean in the world. There are… Read More

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Diamonds some of the most stunning items in the world and are well known for their use in jewelry. They occur naturally, deep in the heart of the earth and are… Read More

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There are around 11,700 species of reptiles in the world today and some, but not all of them, have keeled scales. Keeled scales refer to reptile scales that have a distinctive… Read More

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Citrus fruits are produced by plants in the genus Citrus which are native to Australia, Asia, and Melanesia. The plants themselves vary from large shrubs to medium-sized trees which can be… Read More

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Plants are organisms from the kingdom Plantae. Most are multi-cellular and obtain their energy from sunlight using photosynthesis. There are currently around 320,000 species of plants that are found all over… Read More

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Emeralds are one of the rarest gemstones in the world. They are actually more rare and more expensive than even diamonds. Emeralds date back around 3 million years, but they… Read More

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Acorns are the nuts from oak trees, and they contain one (or occasionally two) seeds from which new oak trees grow. There are around 500 species of oak trees in… Read More

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Mountains are mighty landforms that rise on every continent around the world. They are some of the most stunning and breathtaking sights with rugged peaks and jaw-dropping ridges. Mountain ranges,… Read More

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One of the most stunning and distinctive deer in the world is the white-tailed deer. Easily noticeable by the whitetails that they are named for, white-tailed deer are one of… Read More

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All around the world, there are different bodies of water, particularly where seawater is concerned. Although seas and oceans are the best known, there are also bays, gulfs, coves, and… Read More

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Key Points: Bald eagles mate for life and usually build on to their nests year after year - resulting in creating the largest nests of any other bird. Fish are… Read More

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Key Points: Muskie, or muskellunge, are a species of large and predatory freshwater fish native to North America. They thrive in clean, clear water bodies in the temperature range of… Read More

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Key Points: Arkansas is a geographically diverse state with mountainous regions co-existing with swamps and wetlands. The wetlands are home to many animals that like the humid environment, and one… Read More

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Hornets are insects that are often mistaken for wasps and yellowjackets. However, they are completely unique in their own right, despite being widely regarded as pests. Hornets are highly communal… Read More

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There are more than 50,000 species of spiders in the world and they are some of the most fascinating and industrious animals around.  Spiders are best known for their ability… Read More

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Key Points: Giant Huntsman spiders have a massive one-foot leg span, and their legs are incredibly long compared to their bodies. The Goliath Bird Eater is the largest spider in… Read More

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