Jeff Young
Author for A-Z Animals

Construction began on the Aswan Dam in the summer of 1960. This enormous feat of engineering set out to tame the world's longest river. Still to this day, the Aswan… Read More

By Jeff Young 2 years ago

Ringneck snakes (Diadophis punctatus) are small, harmless snakes found in North America. These snakes are typically between 10 and 15 inches long, and they are gray or brown in color… Read More

By Jeff Young 2 years ago

The Nile might be the longest river in the world—maybe. When you search online to learn how long the Nile River is, you'll find many different numbers, ranging from 3400… Read More

By Jeff Young 2 years ago

Pacman frogs get their name from their round body and large mouth, similar to the famous Pac-Man character. They are also called horned frogs, or South American horned frogs, which… Read More

By Jeff Young 2 years ago

The Rio Grande stretches for nearly 1900 miles from the Colorado Rockies all the way to the Gulf of Mexico. Along the way, it forms the border between Mexico and… Read More

By Jeff Young 2 years ago

Mountain 699582241 are one of the few animals that thrive in high elevations. They are often seen on mountain sides and cliffs, seemingly clinging to the rocks. They seem to… Read More

By Jeff Young 2 years ago

Millipedes are fascinating creatures that have inspired curiosity and wonder in people for centuries. These many-legged invertebrates are interesting to look at, and they can be found in a variety… Read More

By Jeff Young 2 years ago