Writer for A-Z Animals

Jane Jeffries

Jane Jeffries is a writer at A-Z Animals where her primary focus is on wild animals, travel, and historic places. Jane holds a Master's Degree in English from Penn State University, which she earned in 1986. She has also been co-owner of a dinner theater script business since 2005. A resident of Wisconsin, she enjoys biking and hiking in nature.

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Mallard female with little ducklings in a living nature on the river on a sunny day. Breeding season in wild ducks. Mallard duck with a brood in a colorful spring place. Little ducklings with mom duck

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Where Do Ducks and Mallards Nest?

Ducks and mallards belong to the same biological family, Anatidae. Although they share many similar traits, mallards are migratory birds,…

Dec 24, 2023

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Louisiana’s Most Notable Snake Bite Incidents This Year

Louisiana is home to 43 species of snakes. However, only six of those species are venomous. In the United States,…

Nov 17, 2023

Urban Jungle, repotting or potting houseplants - interior trend with potted plants

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25 Most Popular Houseplants and Why People Love Them

Houseplants add a lot to indoor living spaces. Besides cleaning the air and adding humidity, houseplants also improve our mood…

Nov 11, 2023

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American Foxhound Lifespan: How Long Do These Dogs Live?

American Foxhounds have a lifespan of 10-12 years. However, some can live 13 years or more with proper care. Genetics,…

Oct 27, 2023

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Discover the Rarest Bird That Calls California Home

The largest bird in North America, the California Condor, is also the rarest. Although these scavenger birds live off the…

Oct 20, 2023

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Are Pandas Endangered, and How Many Are Left in the World?

As one of the rarest bears in the world, these distinctive black and white bears live in the mountains of…

Oct 13, 2023