Hunting bighorn sheep isn't easy. They can take a hit to the head that is about 60 times stronger than what it would take to shatter a human skull. You… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
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Nina is a writer at A-Z Animals, FIDIS Travel, and Giant Freakin Robot. Her focus is on wildlife, national parks, and the environment. She has been writing about animals for over three years. Nina holds a Bachelor's in Conservation Biology, which she uses when talking about animals and their natural habitats. In her free time, Nina also enjoys working on writing her novels and short stories.
As a resident of Colorado, Nina enjoys getting out in nature, traveling, and watching snow hit the mountains from her enclosed porch.
Having a pun-based name for your pet is always the dream. Sometimes, though, it's hard to come up with the perfect pun. These 105 cat pun names will not only… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
There are many waves in the world, some much more dangerous than others. Tsunamis are a type of ocean wave that travels over 500 miles per hour and reach up… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Lake Baikal is known to be the deepest lake in the world, but that's not all the lake has going for it. In the winter, Lake Baikal's ice forms unique… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
There are so many options when it comes to dog names. You can choose funny human names, or names to do with history or even a specific country. However, maybe… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
There are many unique lakes out there but there are none more interesting than the lake that mummifies anything that falls in. You may already know a little about this… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Orchids are beautiful flowers that are somewhat difficult to grow. But did you know that there are trees with flowers similar to orchids that are much easier to take care… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Every year, many southern states in the United States open up a hunting season for alligators. Though tags are limited, the season offers many hunters the perfect chance to go… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
In the last two decades or so, more and more information about dinosaurs has appeared. In 2016 and 2017 alone, there were three different discoveries, all reported to be the… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
It's common knowledge that birds are out to get vehicles. Even if you just go inside for a moment, you can come back to a car absolutely covered in bird… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Want the perfect toy for your dog? Instead of spending lots of money on toys your dog will tear apart, get dirty, or lose in no time, consider making one.… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Rats like to have food around them all the time. However, that doesn't mean that they need a constant supply of food to keep them going. They'll take any extra… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Lakes in Maine not only freeze over but often have a couple of feet of snow on top, depending on when you go. Most lakes in Maine freeze over completely… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Garnets are not considered precious stones, despite their sometimes rather high value. Instead, they are more often classed as semiprecious stones. However, their rich history and the garnet's symbolism show… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Bracelets made from turquoise like these offer protection. It's said that each stone recognizes and stands for major life events that the wearer, and perhaps her ancestors, went through. Turquoise… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Amber is a unique gem. Though it is a gem, it's not a stone. Because of this, it has unique properties compared to some other jewels out there. The symbolism… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
There are areas along the western coast where you will come across forests that have both western hemlock and Sitka spruce. Though these trees look rather similar to the untrained… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Fairy rings are a well-known phenomenon. On the surface, they're rather difficult to explain. After all, while nature is quite magnificent, it still seems quite odd that a bunch of… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Not everyone likes rats. They have a bad rap that dates back all the way to the time of the Black Plague. The fact that they rummage around in trash… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
There are forests located all over the world. Unfortunately, many of them are small and broken up. With the push for more development, agriculture, and the demand for wood via… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Were you one of those children absolutely obsessed with dinosaurs? You aren't alone. Many people grew up with a passion for learning more about these amazing creatures. Unfortunately, not everyone… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
There are many rare genetic mutations that your pets can have, and all of them are a little different from one another. Some genetic mutations found in pets are cute,… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
When it comes to darkness, many animals adapt to living in total darkness. These are different than animals you see wandering around at night like big cats that have larger… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
The ocean is a beautiful place. It's full of diverse wildlife, beautiful sunsets, and places to relax and enjoy the views from the beach. However, not all of the ocean… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Scuba diving is an incredibly fun experience. You get the chance to see some amazing underwater sights and animals with your own eyes, instead of through pictures or TV screens.… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
The short answer is that yes, there are domesticated foxes. However, that doesn't explain a lot. The most known domesticated foxes are the results of the Russian domesticated fox experiment… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Many people use horns and antlers interchangeably. This may lead many to think they are basically the same thing. After all, they are stiff, tough structures grown on the top… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Want a change of pace from regular yoga? Goat yoga may be just what you need. Yoga is made to be a relaxing but healthy exercise. However, some people want… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Have you heard people talk about eight-point bucks, or racks with a score of 170? It may be hard to understand the differences between these two sets of information or… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
If you're looking to get a pet rat, one of the first things you have to do is decide on a name. There are a lot of names to choose… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
San Antonio Zoo is one of the most popular zoos in the country. It's full of over 750 species of animals. It's spread out enough that it can take around… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Recently, Jellyfish Lake has been growing in popularity. Many people across various social media platforms have been talking about it. It might have left you with questions about what makes… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Not all bodies of water are the same. There are oceans, estuaries, rivers, waterfalls, ponds, lakes, and more. Each place has its own characteristics that make it stand out from… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Silvopasture is a word that many farmers, small and large will hear pushed their way a lot. It's heavily promoted by environmentalists, foresters, and even the USDA. However, looking up… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
When you're shopping, it's hard to know which companies are looking out for you and are truly trying to give back to the environment, and which are only hoping to… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
When you're trying to stop birds from hitting your windows, the main step is to make sure that birds can see that there's a window there. Most of the time,… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Even if you aren't a hunter, there's something quite impressive about coming across a deer with huge antlers. But they might lead you to wonder why some deer have large… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
These charming little animals aren't only funny, but they can actually provide a service for your home better than a pet dog or cat could. Have you ever thought that… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Melanism is used to describe animals that have more melanin in their skin, hair, fur, and feathers than animals of the species would normally have. It affects all sorts of… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Many chickens in other countries are found running around uncontrolled, but are there actually chickens in the wild in the US? Chickens are an incredibly popular domesticated animal found throughout… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
In the United States, there are a total of 20 snakes that are considered dangerous and 30 venomous snakes in total. While this is more than you might want to… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Yellow-green algae is a rather unheard-of algae. Unlike blue-green algae, brown algae, and red algae, these yellow-green algae remain relatively unknown. Since they aren't a cause of algal blooms, a… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
The number of counties in each state varies quite dramatically. States can have anywhere from three (or one, if you want to count DC as a state for the purposes… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Technically, most spiders are venomous. A spider's venom is how they paralyze and capture their prey. However, when most people talk about venomous spiders, what they're really wondering is if… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Coyotes are often mistaken for wolves as they are much bigger than people expect. In Indiana, coyotes are abundant. While, for the most part, they don't interact with humans, they… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
If the water you're thinking about swimming in looks like this, you want to find somewhere else to go. Green-blue algae may not be an algae, but it does lead… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Some states are bully-breed friendly, but unfortunately, not all states accept these loving dogs. There are places throughout the US that have bully-breed regulations. They are known as BSL, or… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Most, if not all, animals besides humans are unable to have full speech. They may not be able to talk in-depth about their emotions or the colors of the sunset… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
The total number of blood types horses have may surprise you. Horses are pretty amazing animals. They're strong enough to pull almost double their body weight without any problem, and… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
Hammerhead worms may look a little creepy, but it's not their looks that are the problem, it's the fact that hammerhead worms make your pet sick. Hammerhead worms are an… Read More
By Nina Phillips 1 year ago
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