Hannah Ward
Author for A-Z Animals

Flies are diverse insects which are found in virtually every habitat and everywhere in the world apart from Antarctica.  There are thousands of different species and they come in all… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 years ago

Key Points: The largemouth bass is also known as sunfish and has a reputation for being voracious carnivores capable of gobbling creatures 50% of their own size.These fish, which love… Read More

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The dinosaur age is known for its massive fearsome beasts, and that includes sea dinosaurs. Dinosaurs are reptiles from the clade Dinosauria. From the most famous T-Rex to the massive… Read More

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The age of the dinosaurs is known for having some of the largest and most fearsome beasts to have ever lived.  Therefore, it might be surprising to find that the… Read More

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Key Points Alligators are native to only China, Mexico, and the United States. As alligators are cold-blooded, their body temperature is dependent on their environment. Alligators perform a courtship ritual… Read More

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Possums are unique marsupials which are famed for their adorable appearance. They are distinguished by their pointed snout, ears and long tails, with many of them also having thick, bushy… Read More

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When we think of canines we immediately think of man’s best friend - dogs.  However, canines are actually any of the 34 species in the Canidae family group which includes all… Read More

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Spanning an immense 268,596 miles, Texas is the second largest state in the United States.  It has a vast range of ecosystems which is home to many thousands of animals.… Read More

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Key Points: The biggest type of hammerhead shark is the great hammerhead, which can reach about 20 feet long. The largest hammerhead shark ever recorded was a massive 14 feet… Read More

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Key Points The biggest alligator ever found in Louisiana was a massive 19ft 2in. American alligators are not endangered and are much larger, typically ranging between 11 and 16 feet… Read More

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South Carolina is just as diverse and spectacular as North Carolina and has its own stunning scenery and landmarks. From the height of the mountains to the very edge of… Read More

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North Carolina is known for its beautiful habitats - its rugged mountain ranges, miles of coastlines, and a diverse network of rivers and streams. Just as diverse are its animals,… Read More

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These are 9 brown snakes that can be found in the great state of North Carolina. Key Points North Carolina is home to 37 species of snake, of which 6… Read More

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Key Facts Northern water snakes prefer to spend their time in lakes, rivers, streams, and swamps. Although they are nonvenomous, they are capable of dealing with a painful bite when… Read More

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Key Points: One of the snakes found in North Carolina is the Banded Water Snake. Another water snake in North Carolina is the brown water snake. Additionally, the Northern Water… Read More

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Snakes are one of the most common animals in Georgia. They are found in virtually every habitat within the state - from forests and grasslands to rivers and swamps, to… Read More

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Key Points: Timber rattlesnakes are one of the most venomous snakes as they have incredibly long fangs and contain a high amount of venom. One of the most common snakes… Read More

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Florida is without a doubt one of the most beautiful states in the US and is popular for its mild climate. Although much of Florida is subtropical, it is actually… Read More

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Key Points The first snake on the list is the venomous eastern copperhead.  The smooth earth snake is a small non-venomous snake. Smooth earth snakes are only 7 to 10… Read More

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Key Points There are more than 50 snake species found in Florida, and 35 of them are in Central Florida alone. Venomous snakes present in Central Florida are Florida cottonmouths,… Read More

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Key Points: Southern black racers are known for their blue-black scales and whitish coloring beneath their chins. They are also the most common snake found in Florida's urban centers. Rough… Read More

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The majority of Florida is situated on a peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean.  With 1,350 miles of coastline and many barrier islands, it’s not surprising… Read More

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Key Points: There are more than 50 species of snakes that call Florida home, and some get very big. African rock pythons, boa constrictors, and eastern diamondback rattlesnakes are among… Read More

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Brahminy blind snakes are tiny and only reach lengths between 4.5 and 6.5 inches long. They are often mistaken for earthworms. Spanning a vast 65,000 square miles, it’s not surprising… Read More

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Key Points: Neither Boa Constrictors, African Rock Pythons, nor Burmese Pythons are native to Florida. They were all introduced into the Florida wild via the pet trade or escapes. In… Read More

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Florida is home to more than 50 native species of snakes which range from large to small with many different colors and patterns. Although nicknamed "The Sunshine State," Florida is… Read More

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Florida has some of the richest and most diverse ecosystems in the United States, with more than 1,350 miles of coastline, not including its many barrier islands.  Florida is home… Read More

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Key Points There are more than 46 native snake species found in Florida, which come in a wide variety of sizes and colors, including easily camouflaged brown.Some of the nonvenomous… Read More

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Guinea pigs are small mammals that originated in the Andes mountains in South America.  Despite their name, they are not native to Guinea, and they are not related to pigs,… Read More

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Moles are small mammals noted for their ability to burrow and dig intricate tunnels.  They are found on every continent except Antarctica, and they live anywhere that they can dig… Read More

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Hedgehogs are small nocturnal mammals that are found across Asia, Africa, Europe, and New Zealand.  There are seventeen living species of hedgehogs, but all are known for the distinctive prickly… Read More

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Squirrels are small mammals best known for their bushy tails and mischievous nature.  They are widespread across Africa, Australia, Eurasia, and the Americas, where they are found in virtually every… Read More

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Chinchillas are small mammals native to only a small area of South America, although they are also widely kept as pets.  They have a unique appearance as they have a… Read More

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Weasels are small mammals that are found in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and North Africa.  They live in a wide range of habitats - including woodlands, marshes, moors,… Read More

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Raccoons are medium-sized mammals that are native to North America, Mexico, Europe, and Japan. They are easily distinguished by their bushy tail and unique markings.  However, one of the questions… Read More

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Rabbits (also known as bunnies) are small mammals that are widespread worldwide. In the wild, they live in burrows across a range of habitats - such as grasslands, forests, wetlands,… Read More

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Ferrets are incredibly intelligent animals that are often kept as pets. They are small carnivorous animals characterized by a pointed snout and an elongated body. Ferrets are typically black or… Read More

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Porcupines are medium-sized mammals that are found across North and South America, Asia, Africa, and Europe. They live in various habitats, such as forests, deserts, and rocky outcrops. They are… Read More

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Skunks are small mammals that are widespread across North and South America. They live in various habitats, including forests, woodlands, grasslands, deserts, and urban areas. They are easily distinguished by… Read More

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Beavers are large semi-aquatic animals that are best known for their ability to construct dams. They are unique animals and are incredibly important to the ecosystem. Beavers have stocky bodies… Read More

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Possums are small to medium-sized animals native to Australia and the surrounding areas. They are primarily nocturnal and are able climbers, often traveling around through the trees. They have a… Read More

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Bats are unique animals who have had their forelimbs adapted into wings and they are the only mammals that are capable of true and sustained flight. They are found almost… Read More

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Magpies and crows are both medium-sized birds known for their equally distinctive appearances. Both birds are extremely adaptable and are found in various habitats. They are often classed as pests… Read More

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Bloodhounds and coonhounds are both dogs with a good sense of smell and incredible tracking ability. Although they have a similar appearance which makes it easy for them to be… Read More

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Manchester terriers and miniature pinschers are both small dogs with incredibly similar appearances. They're so alike that it's easy for anyone unfamiliar with the breeds to confuse the two. However,… Read More

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Key Points: Staffordshire bull terriers are a genetic blend of bulldogs, mastiffs, and terriers, while pitbulls contain the genes of their bulldog and terrier forebears. Both breeds were originally bred… Read More

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