Peralee Knight
Author for A-Z Animals

As most experienced growers will tell you, the first step to a showstopping garden is to learn which plants thrive in the area you live in. This is especially important… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

Gardening is all about patience and timing, especially when it comes to the weather. Knowing the average temperatures, weather conditions, and risks of frost or drought are all crucial factors… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

Getting all the way down to the top five largest (and most dangerous) snakes in California was far from easy, but we managed it! Of all of California’s 46 snake… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

The state of Arizona is home to 40 kinds of snakes, a whopping 21 species of venomous snakes, and 15 of those are rattlesnakes. In fact, this state has more… Read More

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The list of the top largest (and most dangerous) snakes in Montana is a short one because the western/prairie rattlesnake is the only venomous snake in the state. However, Montana… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

The state of Arkansas is full of natural beauty and is a wonderful outdoor vacation destination. The gorgeous landscapes of the Ozark highlands and the Ouachita Mountains alone are enough… Read More

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The timber rattlesnake can be spotted throughout the southeastern parts of the state. New York State is the home of around seventeen species of snakes, all of which play a… Read More

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Michigan is a beautiful state, and for the outdoor lover, it could be the perfect summer vacation destination. But any lover of the outdoors will tell you, that it is… Read More

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There are over fifty species of snakes found in Louisiana, which has warm temperatures and ideal conditions to keep any reptile happy. Louisiana is known for having a wide variety… Read More

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There are a whopping 51 different species of snakes in Mississippi, but thankfully only six are venomous! But which species are the biggest, and how can you identify them when… Read More

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Oh sweet, sweet Georgia! The land of southern hospitality, vast orchards of delicious peaches, and forty-seven species of snakes! Believe it or not, Georgia has the highest number of snake… Read More

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Summer is here, and it is time to get outside and enjoy the warm weather. Hold on, though! Animals enjoy the summer temperatures too, and some of those heat-lovers are… Read More

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Believe it or not, Hawaii does not have any native snake species that are indigenous to the area! While the islands boast a wide variety of native animals and plants,… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

Time to dig in and discover the top five largest, most dangerous spiders in New Mexico! This state has its fair share of dangerous wildlife, as well as some animals… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

It’s time to discover the top five largest, most dangerous spiders in Nevada! Now, biggest doesn’t always equal the deadliest in the spider world, and that’s true of Nevada’s arachnids… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

Time to discover the top five largest (and most dangerous) snakes in New Mexico! This state is home to at least 46 species of snakes, but only eight of them… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

It’s time to discover the top five largest, most dangerous spiders in Nebraska! This state is full of natural beauty and has a wealth of amazing animals that call it… Read More

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Oklahoma has a rich and wildly diverse landscape that ranges from forests and woodlands to desert-like sandy plains. So, finding the top five largest, most dangerous spiders in Oklahoma was… Read More

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Ready to discover the top five largest, most dangerous spiders in Montana? So are we! Montana is a big state, so big it’s called Big Sky Country! You’d expect to… Read More

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Colorado is undeniably one of the most breathtaking states for its natural beauty and magnificent scenery. For the outdoor lovers, you really could not do better than this state for… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

If you love the great outdoors, Nebraska may be the vacation destination you are looking for this summer. This state is well-known among hikers, campers, fishermen, and hunters for its… Read More

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With its reputation for loving heat and humidity, Colorado may be the last place you would think to find a cockroach. However, there are over 4,500 species found all over… Read More

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It is no secret that cockroaches tend to be a real problem in big cities, and you would find it difficult to find a bigger city than the Big Apple!… Read More

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Cockroaches can be found all over the world, but only around thirty species are a problem for humans. And Oklahoma is in the top twenty states when it comes to… Read More

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While the approaching summer months often brings the heat and humidity that attract roaches, in Las Vegas, it is warm for much longer! So, what are the top four roaches… Read More

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Nobody wants to encounter these insects even if they aren't as dangerous as ticks! We all hate ticks, and just the idea of these little bloodsucking fiends is enough to… Read More

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In the spring and summer months, many people are eager to get out of the house and into nature. However, warmer weather brings more than humans to the great outdoors,… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

Cockroaches are easily the insects most people associate with filthy or disgusting conditions. We all universally dread the idea of finding a roach in our homes or workplaces. But believe… Read More

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The only thing worse than the idea of a tick is just how many species of them exist. Believe it or not, there are nine hundred known species of ticks… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

There are nine hundred known species of ticks worldwide, and honestly keeping track of all of them is a challenge. But between the late spring and early summer, ticks become… Read More

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Two more big cat contenders are head-to-head and when it is leopard vs tiger, they are easy to tell apart! Leopards are known for their striking yellow coats with brown… Read More

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The arrival of warmer weather is a welcome change from winter. Unfortunately, the warm and wet late spring and early summer weather come with some dangerous downsides. In temperate zones,… Read More

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The Cane Cross and Dogo Argentino are both large working dog breeds that can make excellent family dogs when properly trained. When it comes to the topic of the Cane… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

The Cane Corso and Rottweiler are large, working-class breeds that each have unique traits and temperaments. It is the battle of the big dogs when trying to decide between the… Read More

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Both raptors, owls have round faces with large eyes, while hawks have sharp features and smaller eyes. When comparing an owl vs hawk, the differences are easy to detect. Owls… Read More

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The differences between the jaguar and the puma go far beyond the surface spots. The jaguar with its signature spots and the spotless puma each have unique habitats and behaviors.… Read More

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Although owls are active at night and crows prefer the day, these birds still find a way to engage in battle! Did you know that Owls and Crows have an… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

Ticks are one of the most dreaded parts of the outdoors, especially when they go from the outdoors to your body! Whether you are taking a hike through the woods… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

The main difference between the iguana and Komodo dragon is their size. Iguanas and Komodo dragons are some of the most fascinating lizards in the animal kingdom. However, apart from… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

No one wants to encounter ticks while enjoying their time in the great outdoors, whether it is on a hiking trip or a walk around their backyard. But where do… Read More

By Peralee Knight 2 years ago

Male red-eared sliders tend to be smaller than females and have thicker and longer tails Red-Eared sliders are easily the most popular pet turtle around the world, and that means… Read More

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