Quick Answer: Female hummingbirds are very protective of their nests and their young. If another female tries to steal the nest or nesting material, a chase can result. Hummingbirds consume… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 9 months ago
Linda Bonvie
Linda Bonvie is a writer at A-Z Animals primarily covering marine life, weather, and interesting locales. She is co-author of several books including most recently "A Consumer’s Guide to Toxic Food Additives."
Linda is a long-time volunteer with the Friends of the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter. She lives in a unique area of New Jersey known as the Pinelands.
The electric blue acara (Andinoacara pulcher), also known simply as the blue acara, is a freshwater fish hailing from the slow-moving rivers and streams of Peru and Brazil. These fish… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 9 months ago
In the animal kingdom having teeth isn’t always a requirement. Birds don’t have any, neither do anteaters or the largest animals on the planet — blue whales. But for those… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 year ago
Bright red and green poinsettias have been the symbolic plants of Christmas for hundreds of years. They first appeared in the U.S. when American statesman Joel Poinsett sent some back… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 year ago
The most western of Canadian provinces, British Columbia, or B.C., is rich with a diverse and wild geography. B.C. also shares a border with four U.S. states and the Pacific… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 year ago
From the giant bluefin that can reach well over 1,000 pounds to the four-pound bullet variety, tuna are extraordinary creatures. Able to migrate long distances, they are also unique in… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 year ago
Humans have been shucking shellfish for a long, long time. English settlers first exploring the coast of New Jersey described copious mounds of clam shells, dined on by local Native… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 year ago
Travel a few hours south of San Francisco and you’ll arrive at a gorgeous stretch of shoreline known as Monterey Bay. This Pacific Ocean bay is renowned for its rich… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 year ago
In its most fundamental definition, a bay is a recessed body of water surrounded by land connected to a lake, ocean, or another bay. Bays, however, are much more important… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 year ago
Going by many names, such as wild hogs, wild boars, or just feral pigs, these descendants of domesticated swine are estimated to roam in over 35 states in the U.S.… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 year ago
Hatching from what’s called an “egg pod” during the spring, a tiny nymph emerges. Looking like a cartoon character, it has oversized, brown-to-black eyes and a translucent coloring that can… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 year ago
Seeing a bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) soar across the sky is a thrilling sight. Long before this majestic bird became the national emblem of the United States in 1782, it… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
Is your dog a frequent co-pilot? If so, you’re not alone. A 2011 study found that over half of American dog owners often take their pups along in the car.… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
Spanning the borders of New York and Connecticut, Long Island Sound is an ecologically important east coast estuary. Its bays and inlets wind along coastal communities, adding up to around… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
Hundreds of different species of ticks are found around the world. Of those, several dozen species can spread pathogens. Since adult female ticks are the primary transmitters, knowing the two… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
Being the official record holder for the world’s longest cucumber is a notable achievement for a gardener. And it’s one that Sebastian Suski is very proud of. During an especially… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
New Jersey may be known for its beaches, boardwalks, and casinos, but what about its crabs? Even though the Garden State has exceptional crabbing, Maryland, just a few hours’ drive… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
Like people, animals have ways of dealing with bad weather. Many instinctively know when Mother Nature is about to unleash harsh conditions and take advance precautions. But when it comes… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
What comes in a variety of colors, is affectionate, super-fluffy, cute, energetic, and loyal? Rabbit enthusiasts will know immediately that we’re talking about the adorable Lionhead. As the name implies,… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
You can’t just drive to the “polar bear capital of the world,” as there are no roads that go there! To get to this tiny town perched on the western… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
Key Points Massachusetts is home to 14 varieties of snakes, with only the timber rattlesnake and the northern copperhead considered venomous. All wetlands are hotspots of activity for wildlife, which… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
The deer family (Cervidae) is a large one, with 43 species populating all but two continents. Deer species include moose, mule deer, reindeer, and elk. You’re sure to encounter them… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
What does it take to produce the largest butternut squash ever grown? Growing giant vegetables is no easy feat. Veteran veggie growers work hard, obtaining just the right seeds and… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
There’s nothing that will stop you in your tracks quite like the pitiful sight of a baby bird on the ground. Wanting to help is a powerful instinct. But there… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
No small creature has a defense mechanism as potent as a skunk! These small mammals in the Mephitidae family are often smelled before they are seen. The most common variety,… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
How long tardigrades live can vary considerably. Although their lifespans can be very short, they also have a special way to survive for decades. Some types of tardigrades, which are… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 years ago
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