The bare-nosed or common wombat is a marsupial closely related to koalas. Wombats have a stocky build with short, stubby legs and coarse tan, grey, or brown fur. They are the… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 days ago
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Jennifer Geer is a writer at A-Z Animals where her primary focus is on animals, news topics, travel, and weather. Jennifer holds a Master's Degree from the University of Tulsa, and she has been researching and writing about news topics and animals for over four years.
A resident of Illinois, Jennifer enjoys hiking, gardening, and caring for her three pugs.
While humans wouldn't be very happy to find that organisms were growing on their skin, particularly fungi, algae, and insects, it works out pretty well for sloths. Sloths may be… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 5 days ago
Kangaroos may have a reputation for being cute and cuddly animals, but the males of the species can be pretty intimidating. In fact, if you happen to run into one… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 7 days ago
When something is hydrophobic, it repels water. When water is dropped on a hydrophobic surface, rather than spread out over the object, the water forms droplets. Some plants, animals, and… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 1 week ago
Sea otters are among the world's most playful and adorable animals. They are beloved for their charming antics and cuddly appearance. Otters are social animals, and in the wild, live… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 1 week ago
With a beaver's tail, webbed feet, and a duck's bill, platypuses are one of the world's strangest-looking creatures. They are such an unusual mammal that the first scientists to study… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 weeks ago
The more we learn about the animals we share the planet with, the more we realize how fascinating their behavior can be. In 1995, divers off the coast of Japan… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 weeks ago
Some species of male birds dance to impress their mates, such as the complicated dance routine of the little red-capped manakin or the flashy display of the male peacock. In… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 weeks ago
Domestic horses sometimes engage in stereotyped behaviors (a repetitive movement that appears to have no purpose or function.) In horses, these behaviors may include cribbing, pawing, head shaking, weaving, and… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 3 weeks ago
Prairie dogs aren't dogs at all but are actually a species of ground squirrels. They are cousins of the squirrels we find in our backyards. Prairie dogs live in big… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 3 weeks ago
There are thousands of different species of sea anemones in the ocean with some living as far deep as 32,000 feet. Anemones are marine invertebrates that are closely related to… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 1 month ago
Although there are more than 100 species of lemurs, the ring-tailed lemur is arguably the most well-known thanks to King Julien in the hit children's film Madagascar. His need to… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 1 month ago
Deep below the surface waters of the ocean lives a mysterious world filled with alien-like creatures. Floating around this dark and eerie place are fascinating animals with the ability to… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 1 month ago
What has needle-like teeth so large they don't fit inside its mouth, a huge gaping jaw that completely engulfs its prey, and lives in the ocean zone where sunlight can't… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 1 month ago
Hundreds to thousands of feet below the surface of the ocean, beyond where sunlight can reach, another world exists. It's called the twilight zone and the animals here vary from… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
There was once a thriving group of reptiles that lived during the time of the dinosaurs. Rhynchocephalia is a reptile order that evolved around 240 million years ago. These reptiles used… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
Giraffes are known for their peaceful nature and their preference for living together in close family social groups. Although they rarely fight with each other, there are times when two… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
Honey bees are incredibly social insects. They live together in big groups with other bees in an organized society that scientists call eusocial, which means every bee has a job… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
During his prime, a punch from Mike Tyson would have felt the same as if you were hit 13 times by .22 caliber bullets while wearing a bulletproof vest. Remarkably,… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
There is a reason why movie makers used a great white shark as the shark in the movie Jaws. These massive creatures are the largest predatory fish in the world… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
The more scientists study octopuses, the more we learn how fascinating these creatures really are. Octopuses are incredibly intelligent, displaying all kinds of amazing behavior like completing puzzles, opening jars,… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
Also called Tennesee fainting goats, myotonic goats are an American breed that is famous for becoming stiff as a board when they get overly excited or scared. They are popular… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
A person could be forgiven for thinking that penguins are clumsy creatures while watching them waddle around inelegantly on land. However, when penguins hit the water, the clumsiness disappears and… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
Humpback whales are massive animals, weighing up to 80,000 pounds and reaching 60 feet in length. These fascinating creatures are some of the most fun to spot when whale watching… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
Elephants are known for being wildly intelligent and incredibly social. They're also one of the few animals — aside from humans — that grieve for their dead. They form tight… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
Anyone deeply sleep-deprived is probably familiar with microsleep. Microsleep occurs when you fall asleep for only a few seconds. For humans, these episodes can be dangerous if you're driving a… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 2 months ago
In the highest reaches of the craggy Rocky Mountains live the hearty and resilient mountain goats. Not to be confused with bighorn sheep, these furry animals thrive in the harsh… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 3 months ago
Other than to drive you absolutely bananas, what is a bed bug's environmental purpose? To begin with, it's a common misconception that there is a direct correlation between bed bugs… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 3 months ago
When most people think of gorilla vs. monkey, they immediately think of two very different animals that share some similarities. But what are the actual variations between these two? This… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 4 months ago
The vast majority of water-dwelling animals are either adapted to live in saltwater or freshwater, not both. Some animals, such as oysters, can tolerate salinity changes to their usual environment… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 6 months ago
Cats inserted themselves into people's lives sometime around 10,000 years ago. Scientists used to believe that cats were first domesticated by Egyptians around 3,600 years ago. However, more recent evidence… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 7 months ago
On land, the African elephant is the largest animal to walk the Earth. Weighing up to six tons, it's over three times as heavy as the average-sized SUV. However, it… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 8 months ago
Growing plants indoors has never been trendier, and sales have risen sharply in the past few years. Houseplants are not only beautiful, but keeping plants in your home has been… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 8 months ago
It's easy to spot cat dandruff. It shows up as white or gray flakes on their fur. Usually caused by dry skin, it can make your cat feel itchy. Although… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 8 months ago
A beach vacation is meant to be a tranquil break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The sound of breaking waves, soft sand under your feet, and breathtaking views… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 8 months ago
Nature is full of bright and vibrant colors. These colors are particularly meaningful to birds. Birds are attracted to bright colors and flowers that are the same color as the food they eat, such as ripe… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 8 months ago
Are you hearing strange noises coming from your attic? Some people may think they are living in a haunted house when, in reality, an animal or group of animals has taken up… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 8 months ago
If you yearn to lure the pretty bluebird to your backyard this season, one of the best methods to attract them is by adding water. Bluebirds love bird baths, but they love moving… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 9 months ago
Keeshonds are medium-sized dogs with big personalities. Originally known as Dutch Barge Dogs, these friendly dogs with their soft, fluffy coats were often found living on the Dutch barges floating through the canals and rivers of the Netherlands. Though not big enough to… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 9 months ago
Bees and butterflies may be the most familiar pollinators, but they aren't the only ones. Other insects and birds are beneficial pollinators for the garden, including hummingbirds, wasps, flies, and beetles. Yellow jackets are a… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 9 months ago
The lure of sunken treasure is captivating. The mystery of finding long-lost jewels, coins, and artifacts at the bottom of the ocean can be very alluring. Sunken ships also offer… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 9 months ago
Rabbits have become the third most popular pet in the United States. Intelligent and highly social, they can form deep bonds with their owners. They are quieter than dogs and require a gentle,… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 9 months ago
What bite is worse than a mosquito bite and comes from a tiny insect you can barely see? That would be a bite from the Ceratopogonidae, a family of flies with… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 10 months ago
Shiloh shepherds are a rare breed beloved by their owners for their sweet dispositions. A new breed, Shiloh shepherds were first bred in the 1970s to be similar to German shepherds, but… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 10 months ago
Slugs are usually content to munch away in your garden. However, sometimes they make their way inside of houses. Because they are nocturnal, homeowners may wake up in the morning to the… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 10 months ago
If you've ever grown cucumbers, squash, pumpkins, or melons in your garden, you have likely run into the pesky squash bug. Their scientific name is Anasa tristis. These gray, flat bugs… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 10 months ago
Both dogs and people can suffer from vision problems, such as cataracts, especially as we age. Fortunately, your dog's cataracts can be treated successfully with surgery. Read on to find out why your… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 10 months ago
Idaho, located in the northwest U.S., is an expansive state famous for its wilderness areas, outdoor recreation, and majestic mountain landscapes. Nicknamed the "Gem State," there are plenty of natural… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 10 months ago
You can save a lot of money gardening when you start vegetable and ornamental plants from seed rather than buying expensive potted specimens from the nursery. Starting seedlings isn't hard, but there… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 10 months ago
The City of Brotherly Love is a thriving and diverse place with a unique culture, rich history, beautiful parks, and an out-of-this-world food scene. It's also the largest city in Pennsylvania.… Read More
By Jennifer Geer 11 months ago
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