The five animals that can be found on top of Utah's tallest mountain are bighorn sheep, yellow-bellied marmot, the golden eagle, cougars, and rocky mountain elk. Residents and visitors alike… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
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Watch where you wade or swim! These dangerous animals are in the ocean off California coasts. California supports one of the most diverse arrays of animals found anywhere in the… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Wild turkeys are a common sight along the sides of roads in the central and eastern United States. People often associate these large game birds with Thanksgiving, the pilgrims, and… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Key Points Most yellowfin tuna measure 3 or 4 feet long and weigh between 30 and 60 pounds. The largest yellowfin tuna ever caught in California was 265 pounds. This… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Like many states, Georgia is home to numerous invasive species. In fact, the Peach State currently recognizes around 80 plants and over 100 animal species as invasive. These plants and… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Of all the well-known garden pests, few can cause as much destruction as deer. These seemingly cute and cuddly creatures can make short work of your vegetable garden if left… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Wisconsin is famous for cheese, beer, and football. The state’s lush landscape varies from dense woodlands to picturesque rivers and wetlands. More than 700 animal species call Wisconsin home, and… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The porcupine ranks as one of the strangest-looking animals on Earth. These large, terrestrial rodents sport thousands of sharp spines known as quills that help protect them from predators. Their… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Becharof Lake is located in the Aleutian Range in southern Alaska near the city of Egegik. This 37-mile-long lake ranks as the second largest lake in the state after Iliamna… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Each zoo offers visitors a chance to learn about animals and their behaviors. People often associate Michigan with football, cheese, cars, and Mo-town. However, the state also has its fair… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The flathead catfish (Pylodictis olivaris) goes by several names, including the "mudcat" and "shovelhead cat". You can find this large species of catfish throughout much of North America. Despite its… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The barracuda is one of the most fearsome-looking saltwater fish in the world. With their long, torpedo-shaped bodies and prominent, sharp teeth, barracudas appear like meat missiles designed to kill.… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Located off northwestern Australia, the Great Barrier Reef ranks as the world's largest coral reef system. It stretches for over 1,400 miles and includes 2,900 separate reefs and 900 islands.… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Many states in the U.S. elect an official state plant or animal. These official mascots include state trees, flowers, fish, birds, mammals, and even insects. Mississippi is no exception, as… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Stromatolites are layered sedimentary formations formed by microscopic bacteria. These living fossils are the oldest lifeforms on the planet and also one of the rarest. Stromatolites are created by photosynthetic… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Few things bring fishing enthusiasts more joy than swapping stories of prize fish. A record-setting catch represents the peak of fishing achievement, and every year anglers compete with one another… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The largest bears in the United States include the black bear, brown bear and polar bear. There are eight living species of bear found around the world. In addition to… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The crocodile shark is the sole member of the family Pseudocarchariidae. This small mackerel shark travels from mesopelagic depths during the day to shallow waters at night to feed. Crocodile… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The blacktip shark (Carcharhinus limbatus) belongs to the requiem shark family Carcharhinidae. You can find blacktip sharks in subtropical and tropical waters throughout the world. Unlike some other requiem sharks,… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Tiktaalik is an ancient, extinct genus of lobe-finned fish. The sole discovered species, Tiktaalik roseae, lived approximately 375 million years ago during the Late Devonian Period. It featured a distinctive… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Titanosauria is a clade of large sauropod dinosaurs that collectively go by the name titanosaurs. You can find titanosaur fossils on all seven continents, including Antarctica, making them one of… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Chilesaurus is a genus of dinosaur that lived during the Late Jurassic Epoch. To date, the genus contains a single species, Chilesaurus diegosuarezi. All known Chilesaurus fossils come from the… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Aphis nerii is better known as the milkweed aphid. Other common names for this small, sap-sucking insect include the oleander aphid, sweet pepper aphid, and Nerium aphid. You can find… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Black aphids are small, sap-sucking insects in the superfamily Aphidoidea. The term black aphid does not refer to a single species, but rather several species. These “black aphids” differ in… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Bombardier beetles belong to the ground beetle family Carabidae. Scientists recognize over 500 individual bombardier beetle species belonging to four separate tribes. While they vary in size and color, all… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Therizinosaurus is a genus of large, herbivorous dinosaurs from the Late Cretaceous period. The genus contains a single species, Therizinosaurus cheloniformis. Like all therizinosaurids, Therizinosaurus featured huge claw bones that… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The dragon snake (Xenodermus javanicus) is a semi-fossorial snake in the family Xenodermidae. This small snake is native to Southeast Asia and is most common on the Island of Java.… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The golden shiner (Notemigonus crysoleucas) is a member of the Old World true minnow family Leuciscinae. You can find golden shiners throughout eastern North America, including the United States and… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The Kamehameha butterfly (Vanessa tameamea) is the official state insect of Hawaii. Moreover, the Kamehameha butterfly ranks as one of the two butterfly species endemic to the state. It occurs… Read More
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Summary The Antiguan racer snake (Alsophis antiguae) belongs to the colubrid snake family Colubridae. Found only on a few islands off Antigua, it ranks among the least common snakes in… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Also known as grasscutters, cane rats are large rodents in the family Thryonomyidae. These giant rodents can measure up to 24 inches long and weigh in excess of 22 pounds.… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Also known as "king ragworms," sandworms (Alitta virens) are marine annelid worms in the family Nereididae. While most measure around 1 foot long, they can measure nearly 4 feet at… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The sea trout (Salmo trutta morpha trutta) belongs to the salmonid family Salmonidae. This anadromous form of brown trout splits its time between freshwater and saltwater. While originally from the… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The name Liopleurodon applies to a genus of giant carnivorous reptiles that ruled the ancient seas that once covered modern-day Europe. It belongs to the clade Thalassophonea, a group of… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Also known as the Boerbok, the Boer goat (Capra hircus)is a breed of goat indigenous to South Africa. The largest goat breed in the world, they can exceed 300 pounds.… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The eastern cottontail belongs to the rabbit and hare family Leporidae. They range throughout North America, Latin America, and northern South America. In fact, this rabbit ranks as the most… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Ctenoidea ales is better known by its common name, the disco clam. This unique marine bivalve mollusk belongs to the family Limidae. Along with the rough file clam, it’s one… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Blowflies go by many names, including carrion flies, bluebottles, or greenbottles. All 1,900 known species of blowfly belong to the family Calliphoridae. Most blowflies possess a shiny metallic blue or… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Summary Also known as the zebra danio, the zebrafish (Danio rerio) belongs to the minnow family Cyprinidae. This freshwater fish is one of the most popular freshwater aquarium fish due… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The term eelpout refers to around 300 species of marine fish in the family Zoarcidae. As the name implies, eelpouts roughly resemble eels with their long, elongated bodies. You can… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Summary Morone mississippiensis, or the yellow bass, belongs to the temperate bass family Moronidae. This small, aggressive fish originally hails from the Mississippi River and several of its nearby tributaries.… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Zoarces americanus belongs to the eelpout family Zoarcidae. You can find this large eelpout species throughout the northwest Atlantic Ocean. It is a predatory bottom feeder that lives at a… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Also known as the California golden trout, Oncorhynchus aguabonita is the freshwater state fish of California. This rare species of Pacific trout is native to a few waterways near the… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Summary Genypterus capensis is more commonly known as the kingklip. A native to the coasts of southern Africa, the kingklip belongs to the cusk eel family Ophidiidae. It ranks as… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Summary The term black bass is used to refer to 13 different species of fish in the genus Micropterus. This genus includes well-known species such as the largemouth bass, smallmouth… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The lake trout (Salvelinus namaycush) is a large freshwater fish native to North America. Contrary to popular belief, it is not actually a true trout. In reality, they belong to… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Key Points Mountain lions are large cats that go by many names. They are called panthers, pumas, cougars, and catamounts, to name a few. Mountain lions are usually between 2-3… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Rivers provide many essential services. They supply drinking water, enhance navigation, and irrigate farmland. Additionally, rivers offer recreational opportunities and can generate hydroelectric power for homes and businesses. They provide… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
The Yellowstone River is one of the major tributaries of the Missouri River and the longest undammed river in the lower 48 states. Its lack of development makes it one… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
Key Points The tardigrade may be the only animal that could survive on Mars. These amazing microscopic animals are practically immortal and have evolved some incredible survival tactics.They can withstand… Read More
By Patrick Sather 2 years ago
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