Taiwo Victor
Author for A-Z Animals

Gila monsters (Heloderma suspectum) are reptiles inhabiting deserts, shrublands, and woodlands in North America, more abundantly in Arizona, California, and Mexico. Despite their name, Gila monsters are no monsters at all; in fact, they are just lizards that… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

Sea urchins may look timid and non-aggressive. Well, they are indeed, but did you know that sea urchins are venomous? Sea urchins have round to flattened bodies, depending on the species.… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

Centipedes have quite intimidating appearances – elongated bodies with numerous legs - but are centipedes dangerous? They are the epitome of creepy crawlies. Their eerie facade corresponds well with their fierceness as… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

Quick Answer: No, daddy long legs are not poisonous or dangerous to humans. Daddy long legs possess weak jaws, so cannot cut through human skin, and their venom does not… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

Quick Answer: No, wolf spiders are not poisonous or dangerous to humans. Encountering a wolf spider is rare, as they are shy and skittish. If a wolf spider bites you,… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

The Rottweiler has gained a distinct reputation over the years as one of the strongest dogs on the planet, and it deserves every inch of the spotlight. Rottweilers have cute faces, especially when… Read More

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Sharks have earned the reputation of savage, aggressive hunters due to their voracious appetites that often feed on huge sea animals. They are also known for their ruthless strategy of devouring… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

Ferrets are carnivorous mammals commonly found in the wild. They belong to the weasel family Mustelidae and inhabit forests and grasslands spread throughout Europe. However, these mammals have been populating homes lately, as they are fastly… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

When you think about whales, you might automatically think of a blue whale or any cetaceans with no teeth but narrow bristles called baleen. Whales are generally known to eat only plankton… Read More

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Appearance-wise, the drum fish may look like a typical type of fish. They have around 275 species inhabiting both freshwater and sea and are dispersed in various locations around the globe. However, despite their facade,… Read More

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Fierce and gigantic, if you ever see or come across an arapaima fish along the rainforest rivers of the Amazon, then you will certainly be frightened. It is unusual (and not to mention… Read More

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Apart from their sweet, submissive, and playful nature, Shih Tzus are one of the best dog breeds to make pets because they also have a long lifespan. They rank as second for dogs with the… Read More

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Bulldogs are perhaps one of the most misunderstood dog breeds. They might seem scary and aggressive because of their grumpy, wrinkled faces, but they are friendly. Bulldogs make the best pet dog for… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

Pugs may be goofy-looking, as they have short muzzles, flattened faces, and wrinkled skin. However, pugs are among the best dog breeds to have as pets, especially when living in an apartment or the city. Their… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

The badger has many species and subspecies that possess different and unique characteristics. However, what’s common about them is their resilience and incredible ability to defend themselves against predators, even from large ones like lions and leopards.… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

Perhaps one of the most peculiar fish in the world is the moray eel. Moray eels are long and slender, their bodies are not shaped like an average fish, and they don’t have… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

Possums are very common marsupials inhabiting bushlands and rainforests in Australia. As marsupials, they carry their young inside pouches attached to their bodies. These mammals belong to the order Diprotodontia, which makes them close relatives of kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, and koalas. They… Read More

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Different fish species have varied diets that leads to their diverse dental structure. The shape and amount of teeth a fish has depends on what they eat. Sharks, for instance,… Read More

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The platypus is a hunter in the wild, eating insects, larvae, small fish, and worms. You may think that the platypus has no way of eating or catching their prey,… Read More

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Birds are generally known as omnivores, which means they eat pretty much anything their mouths can manage. However, unlike most animals that use their teeth to catch and chew their food, birds… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

Coyotes are one of the wild dog species you wouldn’t wish to turn into pets. These mammals have innate feral impulses that help them thrive in the wild. Thus, domesticating coyotes like pet dogs is not advisable. Apart… Read More

By Taiwo Victor 3 years ago

When you think about dangerous and aggressive sharks, perhaps the first ones to pop up in your mind are the great white sharks, hammerhead sharks, and tiger sharks. While all these shark species are… Read More

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Perhaps one of the most unique and iconic snake species on the planet, rattlesnakes may seem harmless when their mouths are closed, but once they unhinge their wide jaws, it is a… Read More

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Ball pythons are popular pet snakes. They are docile and easy to care for, making them terrific snakes for beginners and snake enthusiasts. Even though most ball pythons have their food… Read More

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At first glance, chinchillas may look closely related to rabbits because of their fluffy fur resembling hares, long incisors that love gnawing, long whiskers that almost extend to the ground, and their cute, bead-like… Read More

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Have you ever imagined how magnificent it would be if you find yourself paddling above the water and you witness a glorious blue whale swimming right beside you? It would… Read More

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Perhaps it is understandable why a lot of people fear snakes. They can kill anything using their venoms and powerful squeeze, not to mention they have a terrifying appearance. Anacondas are… Read More

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If you observe an average house cat closely, you will notice that they have hunting skills such as sharp hearing, quick moves and turns, and light-footed surprise attacks that are not learned… Read More

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Chimpanzees are one of the smartest animals on the planet, and one of the most popular types of apes to be kept as pets. Despite being popular monkey pets, chimpanzees… Read More

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Given their humongous size, there is no question as to why hippopotamuses are one of the most feared mammals. Apart from their terrifying appearances, they also have an odd-looking mouth… Read More

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Utterly charming, otters are web-footed weasels that inhabit rivers and seas around North America, Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Pacific. Otters are known to be intelligent and very social aquatic… Read More

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If you think that rodents are typically tiny in size and that beavers are gigantic when compared to other members of the family Rodentia, then perhaps you haven’t yet met… Read More

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Sloths have been depicted as the slowest moving mammals in the world, and have been stuck with that reputation. However, sloths are amazing mammals. They may seem innocent and defenseless,… Read More

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Sheep are one of the most popular livestock choices, as they are easy to feed, easy to herd, and are one of the least aggressive animals on the planet. They… Read More

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Llamas are cute, but what makes them even better human companions is their gentleness and empathy. People from their native habitat, the Andes Mountains in South America, dub them as… Read More

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Hedgehogs are one of the odd-looking mammals out there, with their pointed noses and spiky spines covering their body. Yet, it is also undeniable that hedgehogs are one of the… Read More

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You may know them as Alvin’s little friends who love to sing in the movie Alvin and the Chipmunks, but in reality, chipmunks really love to chirp and use their… Read More

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Most people get the creeps whenever they come across mice. It’s understandable though, mice are known to infest many households, steal food, and chew on clothes and furniture. In fact,… Read More

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If you wake up in the morning and feel itchy in areas such as your hands, ankles, neck, face, arms, or abdomen, and you notice that the bites do not… Read More

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If you are living in America, then perhaps you are very familiar with loud chirping birds residing in many homes, called cockatiels. This is because this type of bird is… Read More

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Slightly smaller than a house cat, but larger than pet mice, chinchillas may be one of the cutest and most charming rodents in the world! Chinchillas are known to have… Read More

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Despite their microscopic size, plankton are crucial for marine ecosystems. They act as the base of the entire food chain in oceans and freshwater. Plankton are microscopic living organisms that… Read More

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If you happen to notice small reddish-brown or black beetles coming out of nowhere during late spring until early summer, then what you are probably seeing are June bugs. June… Read More

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Don’t get fooled by their incredible ability to swim and hunt underwater, sea lions are big marine mammals usually found along the the South Atlantic and Pacific coasts. Some species… Read More

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While mosquitoes are known to be dangerous to humans because they suck human blood and pass on dangerous diseases in doing so, crane flies, on the other hand, are safe… Read More

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Of the semi-aquatic types of mammals inhabiting the coasts of different countries and regions (seals, walruses, and sea lions), walruses might look like they are the most dangerous because of… Read More

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Hyenas are one of the most misunderstood mammals in the wild. They are often seen as dim-witted scavengers who feast only on the carcasses left over by other predators. But… Read More

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When it comes to the topic of dogs, chihuahuas often come up easily. Why? As tempting as it is to take care of huge yet gentle dog breeds, small dogs… Read More

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If you base your knowledge about hyenas on their role in the movie, The Lion King, then you might have the wrong impression. These dog-like creatures in the animated film… Read More

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Bowfins are ancient fish, or “living fossils”, that date back 200 million years. Like aquatic mammals, bowfin fish are air-breathing and they go above the water’s surface from time to… Read More

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