Salmon and codfish, commonly called cod, are some of the most consumed fish in the world. Both of these fish are valued for their taste as well as their nutrition.… Read More
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Kyle Glatz is a writer at A-Z-Animals where his primary focus is on geography and mammals. Kyle has been writing for researching and writing about animals and numerous other topics for 10 years, and he holds a Bachelor's Degree in English and Education from Rowan University.
A resident of New Jersey, Kyle enjoys reading, writing, and playing video games.
Quarter Horses and Thoroughbreds are two horse breeds that are known for their racing prowess as well as the confusion surrounding their names. So, what are the differences between a… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 2 days ago
Salmon is one of the most commonly eaten fish in the entire world. However, the species has a lot of variety including the color of its flesh. Red salmon and… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 2 days ago
Key Points: The rattlesnake is a venomous snake native to the United States - with half of all rattlesnakes found in the state of Arizona alone. The black mamba is… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 days ago
Leopards are fierce wild animals with a unique look that allows them to blend into their habitat. People that admire that look and desire it in their pet cats are… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 7 days ago
When most people think of a long, hooded, hissing snake, they imagine a king cobra. These highly venomous snakes are known for their ability to kill other animals with ease.… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 1 week ago
Venomous snakes strike fear in people throughout the world. Just four species of snakes on the Indian subcontinent kill 50,000 people every year. Yet, snakes are more likely to target… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 2 weeks ago
Mice are common pests around the world. Although they are best described as small, fast, and furry, they aren’t all the same species. Today, we’re going to look at the… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 2 weeks ago
Eagles are some of the most impressive birds in the entire world. They’re large, powerful, and exceptional hunters. Yet, they’re not the only raptor in the skies around the world.… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 2 weeks ago
Mountain lions are deadly carnivores that are frequently apex predators in their range. These large felines are not a member of the big cats owing to their inability to roar,… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 2 weeks ago
Monitor lizards are part of a genus of large lizards found in Africa, Asia, and Oceania. Although most people think of the Komodo dragon when speaking about these reptiles, they’re… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 2 weeks ago
Although we tend to think of whales as gentle sea creatures too large for others to attack, neither of those ideas holds. In the ocean, sperm whales are the largest… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
The dachshund is a dog with a unique shape, including an elongated body and short legs. Although they are mostly companion dogs these days, dachshunds were originally bred to hunt… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
The most frightening snakes are usually venomous and somewhat mysterious. No two snakes fit that description better than the golden lancehead and the black mamba. These two venomous snakes don’t… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
We know that mice are crafty little critters. They’re capable of sneaking into homes and hiding in places out of the way while making nests in areas most people wouldn’t… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Many different species and subspecies of deer live across North America. Although the white-tailed deer is one of the most popular species, the black-tailed deer and the mule deer are… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Differentiating between a typical dog breed and its mixed-breed offspring can be very easy, or it can be rather difficult. In the case of the Old English Sheepdog vs Sheepadoodle,… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Different species of eagles dominate the skies in North America, Europe, and many other places throughout the world. Eagles are large, powerful, and a national symbol of the United States.… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Zebras and horses are two similar-looking quadrupeds that come from the Genus Equus. Both creatures are known for their beauty, herd behavior, and immense speed on open ground. Although zebras… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Deer and wild rabbits can make a mess of your backyard area. Not only will they eat most plants in sight, but they will leave behind quite a mess for… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Raccoon dogs are unusual because they are neither a raccoon nor a dog, but they share a similar look to their namesake. Although they belong to the canine family, they’re… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Both the Gaboon viper and the rattlesnake belong to the Viperidae family of snakes. That’s just about where the similarities between these two reptiles end. Today, we will compare and… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
German shepherds are an imposing, powerful dog breed. They have been used as working dogs and guard dogs in the past and present. German shepherds are also companions; they’re both… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Differentiating small oily fish is hard. When certain species look so much alike that they are sold under the same name, one might wonder why it’s even necessary to know… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Gray cats are beautiful creatures that have fur that can make them seem blue or even silvery. Although some cat breeds that appear gray may look alike, they usually have… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 3 weeks ago
Wolves are large mammals that often hunt in packs to bring down large prey. Together, they can stand their ground against bears. While it’s tempting to think of these animals… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Crocodiles are the largest reptiles on the planet today. They are surprisingly fast, powerful, and deadly to anything that crosses their paths. While not all crocodile species are the same,… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
The English Cocker Spaniel and the American Cocker Spaniel often referred to as simply a Cocker Spaniel, are two lovely dog breeds. Although they both have a shared heritage, breeding… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
You hear scampering sounds inside your walls. Next, you find bits of your couch cushion missing. Then, you see a small furry critter scurrying away out of the corner of… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Beetles are intriguing insects that come in many shapes and sizes. These characteristics are also the easiest way to distinguish the critters, aside from location. With over 350,000 species of… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
The iridescence on beetles serves to scare away predators. Beetles are insects from the order Coleoptera. Over 350,000 species of these creatures have been identified and described throughout the world.… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
The Cane Corso is a large breed known for its big head and dedication to its owners. However, this dog breed is interesting for many other reasons as well. For… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Your garage is a sanctum where you store tools, work on cars, and set up a weight bench to use once in a while. However, pests like mice are attracted… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Brown bears, Ursus arctos, are some of the largest and fiercest mammals on the planet today. Yet, this species of bear has a few subspecies that are easy to confuse… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Terriers include some of the most interesting and tenacious dog breeds. Some have a history of being working dogs, and others are simply companions. Two terriers that are easy to… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Mountain lions are the biggest felines in North America, but they can be found in many other places, too. These animals have deadly abilities that help them hunt their prey.… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Key Points: Wolf spiders' eyes tend to be larger compared to that of fishing spiders, resulting in excellent vision for the former. Wolf spiders are more likely to be found… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Deer come in many shapes and sizes despite seeming like monolithic creatures. In fact, several species and subspecies of deer are found throughout the world today. White-tailed deer are one… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Pit bull is a term applied to a variety of bulldogs and terriers, such as the American bully, the American pit bull terrier, and others. They are known for being… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
The largest, deadliest cats in the world comprise a group referred to as the big cats. These massive mammals are usually too busy killing their prey of choice to hunt… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Although many people would love to have a large breed of dog as a pet, allergies can be a major obstacle. Fortunately, some species of dogs are less likely to… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
The mountain lion, also known as a cougar, is a fierce member of the Felidae subfamily. These large cats live all over the Americas where they are apex predators in… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
The world is home to many venomous snakes. Among the most venomous snakes in the entire world are king cobras and taipans. Although the fierce snake, the inland taipan, has… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Africa is home to many different venomous snakes. Among them are the black mamba, the world’s most dangerous snake, and the Gaboon viper, a heavy, unique-looking venomous snake. These two… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
The red wolf and the coyote are very hard to tell apart without knowing which differences they possess. Most people might ask why they would need to tell them apart… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Komodo dragons are large monitor lizards that ambush, pursue, and kill a wide variety of animals throughout South East Asia, including humans from time to time. They share lands with… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
A Giganotosaurus vs T-Rex fight would pit two of the most dangerous creatures to ever exist against each other. Unfortunately, they missed each other’s presence by about 10 million years,… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Both panthers and mountain lions are animals with confusing etymology. The name panther can refer to any of the “big cats” but is most often used to refer to leopards… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 4 weeks ago
Of all the snakes that exist in the world today, king cobras are among the most interesting. They have an iconic, instantly recognizable look. They’re also important cultural symbols in… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 1 month ago
Siamese fighting fish, commonly called betta fish, are beautiful and stylish pets. Like many other small aquatic pets, most pet keepers know that these fish are relatively short-lived compared to… Read More
By Kyle Glatz 1 month ago
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