Volia Schubiger
Author for A-Z Animals

Even though ticks are commonly encountered by humans, most people have no idea what they are. Do you know, for instance, that ticks aren't actually insects? Don't worry, you're not… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 2 years ago

An absolute paradise awaits you in Hawaii. Known for its beautiful beaches, volcanoes, and numerous national parks, this place is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world.… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 2 years ago

One of the things that makes both fleas and ticks well-known is their status as pests, despite their differences. But would you be able to distinguish between these two pests?… Read More

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It is no secret that roaches are one of the most common household pests in the world, as well as one of the hardest to get rid of. In fact,… Read More

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Those living in Arizona know how common it is to come across roaches. All over the state of Arizona, these pesky little insects can be found hiding in cracks and… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 2 years ago

The experience of dealing with roaches is never pleasant! Most of us would rather never see one again because they are both creepy and crawly. After all, there are some… Read More

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Over the course of millions of years, cockroaches have evolved into some of the most resilient insects the planet has ever seen. As a matter of fact, they lived alongside… Read More

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There are many kinds of dinosaurs, but one of the best-known and most featured is the Triceratops. They are immediately recognizable thanks to the three horns on top of their… Read More

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Key Points This article focuses on the five most common types of cockroaches found in North Carolina. Roaches like the warm, humid climate in North Carolina. Baits and traps can… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 2 years ago

The cockroach is a species of insect belonging to the Blattodea family, which includes all members except termites. The human habitat is home to about 30 cockroach species out of… Read More

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The black rhino is one of the most commonly pictured rhinoceros in the media. Interestingly enough, the black rhino is actually gray in color, not black, as their name would… Read More

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Rainbow trout are a species of fish native to the cold waters of the Pacific Ocean in Asia and North American lakes and rivers. Throughout the world, rainbow trout have… Read More

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Do you want to learn all about one of the world's coolest and largest types of lizards? Tegus are large lizards native to Central and South America. This large lizard… Read More

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Gray wolves, also called timber wolves, are large canines native to Eurasia and North America. Typically, their coats are grayish brown, making them instantly recognizable. Despite this, they have several… Read More

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Very few species can survive in the harsh environment of the Arctic. The Arctic fox happens to be one of them! Arctic foxes are also known as white foxes, polar… Read More

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The ocean and other bodies of water are home to a variety of life. A wide variety of marine life lurks in the deep waters of the ocean, from tons… Read More

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A green iguana is a large lizard that can be found in central and southern America. The green iguana is also known as a common iguana or an American iguana.… Read More

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What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of crustaceans? Are you picturing a crab walking sideways along the beach? Or maybe you picture those giant… Read More

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Darkling beetles belong to the Tenebrionidae family of beetles. Over 20,000 members make up this family of beetles! They are typically found in North America and Africa, where substantial numbers… Read More

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The elephant has captured the hearts of so many of us because of its gentle nature. Today, there are two different species of elephants - African elephants and Asian elephants.… Read More

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There are a lot of species of reptiles, making them one of the world's oldest and most diverse groups of animals. There are four main reptile groups, which include lizards,… Read More

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The mushroom is a fascinating organism that belongs to the fungi family. Unlike plants and animals, it belongs to an entirely separate kingdom. As a result, it cannot grow its… Read More

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Even though ticks are small, they can cause some pretty serious problems. Although they might look like insects, they are actually classified as parasitic arachnids that are part of the… Read More

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The nerite snail is a member of the Neritidae family that can live both in freshwater and in saltwater. They are quite tiny snails, measuring less than one inch long.… Read More

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The reddish-brown color of fire ants makes them instantly recognizable. However, many of us instantly associate them with their painful sting - which can cause quite a bit of pain!… Read More

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Stoats are easily mistaken for weasels or ferrets at first glance. However, this assumption isn't necessarily incorrect either. The stoat is a mustelid, of the same family as the weasel,… Read More

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There is something creepy, crawly, and sometimes scary about insects. You can, however, get different answers on insects depending on who you ask. There are some people who are fascinated… Read More

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The macaw is one of the brightest and most colorful birds you will find anywhere in the world. Each bird has its distinct coloration that is influenced by where it… Read More

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One of the most recognizable animals to many of us is the rhinoceros. In all of our picture books about animals as children, there was always a rhinoceros there to… Read More

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A goat is one of the most common animals on a farm. Their personalities are like dogs, and they're incredibly playful and curious. These little guys come in all kinds… Read More

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The cheetah is one of the most fascinating animals on the planet. After all, did you know that they are the fastest land mammal on the earth? That’s right. The… Read More

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A volcano is one of the most fascinating natural phenomena on earth. In geology, a volcano is a mountain that contains molten rock beneath its surface. During times of pressure… Read More

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Pandas are among those instantly recognizable animals. This is due to their black and white coloration, especially the black circles around their eyes. It is their sweet and cuddly appearance… Read More

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There is something pretty amazing about sloths, who are known for their lazy, carefree attitude towards life. However, for those that don’t know, a sloth is a slow-moving tropical mammal… Read More

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A lion is one of the most instantly recognizable animals in the world. Additionally, it happens to be the second largest cat on the planet. It is only surpassed by… Read More

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Cows are among the most easily recognized and popular animals on the planet. The reason we often forget cows live among us is that we are so accustomed to seeing… Read More

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There is something fascinating about gorillas. The gorilla is the largest of the great apes and is the closest living relative of man after bonobos and chimpanzees. We share 95%… Read More

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In terms of their versatility, chickens are one of the most popular birds among humans. These feathered birds have been bred for their eggs, companionship, and as a food source… Read More

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The world's most popular pet is the dog; there's no denying it. Most people know someone who owns a dog, even if they don't own one themselves. The most popular… Read More

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It is quite likely that you will see a bird soaring through the sky if you look up at the sky at any given moment. In terms of beauty and… Read More

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Our planet's trees are one of the most important plants. As a matter of fact, they play a crucial role in so many aspects of our lives. For example, trees… Read More

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We live on a magnificent planet, especially considering how much water it contains. After all, the ocean provides a wide range of benefits to our planet and all its inhabitants.… Read More

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Key Points: The last known Quagga, an extinct mammal subspecies of zebra, died in The London Zoo in the late 1800s. The Saber-Toothed Tiger was actually related to marsupials and… Read More

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Often, it can feel like ants are everywhere, and it is hard to avoid them. There is a good chance that you will run into an ant colony somewhere along… Read More

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The banana is the most popular fruit in the world, along with its relative, the plantain. After all, bananas are delicious and sweet; how can we not love them? It's… Read More

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Colorado exemplifies so much of what is characteristic of the wild west in America. In fact, Colorado has a wide range of species that inhabit its eastern plains and the… Read More

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The state of California is a vast coastal region, and this makes it home to some of the most diverse topography and wildlife. There is something for everyone when it… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 2 years ago

The Amphicyon, also called bear dogs, are an extinct species of omnivores. It is interesting to point out that this creature is unrelated to dogs or bears despite their name.… Read More

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