Volia Schubiger
Author for A-Z Animals

Both beautiful and intimidating, jellyfish are one of the oldest multicellular animals in the world.  Adults and kids alike find themselves in awe when looking at a jellyfish swimming around… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

In our modern-day society, pigeons have gotten a pretty bad reputation. Often regarded as a ‘dirty’ bird that spreads disease, pigeons have been quite overlooked. However, in reality, these ideas… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

Wasps generally have a lifespan ranging from 12 to 22 days. When most of us think of wasps, we automatically think of noisy insects whose stings hurt badly. They sting… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

The lifespan of fish is highly species-dependent but in general the average lifespan is 3-5 years. As one of the oldest inhabitants on the earth, fish have been around for… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

Crows are easily recognized by their jet-black appearance and ominous reputation. As scavengers who eat just about anything, including dead animals, they have become symbolically associated with death. It’s no… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

As one of the first-ever evolved winged insects, dragonflies have inhabited the earth for almost 300 million years. We instantly recognize these bugs by their beautiful outer appearance and their… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

Smaller mantises may live for about 4 to 8 weeks, whereas larger species can have a lifespan of 4 to 6 months. The praying mantis got its name from the… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

Quails are plump birds with brown to bluish-gray feathers that belong to the pheasant family. As migratory birds, quails can be found all around the world in several different habitats… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

When most people think of mosquitoes, we imagine blood-sucking pests that leave behind itchy bites and spread disease. However, these pesky little insects are far more interesting than we could… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

Have you ever wondered what the small flying insects buzzing around your face are? Gnats, sometimes known as no-see-ums, are tiny flies that belong to the Mycetophilidae family, a family… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

Trout is the common name for several freshwater fish species. They are native to the Northern Hemisphere but have spread all around to other parts of the world. Today, wild… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

The parakeet, often known as the budgerigar (or budge), is a type of long-tailed parrot that belongs to the true parrot family. The name “parakeet,” comes from the French word… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

Mockingbirds are medium-sized birds native to North America. If you happen to live in North America, it’s more than likely that you’ve seen one of these birds in your backyard… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

Vultures are known as scavenger birds. They have even been called ‘nature’s garbage men’ as they are known for eating wild animals that are already dead. Vultures are found in… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

The sperm whale is the world’s largest toothed whale and can be found in oceans all over the world, from the Arctic to Antarctica. Their interesting name is credited to… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

Donkeys, known for their ‘helping hooves,’ are domesticated members of the equine family. Originating from Africa and the Middle East, donkeys were tamed more than 5,000 years ago.  These robust… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

The carp is a freshwater fish that lives in both rivers and lakes. Carp are native to Europe, but over the years have been spread to all other parts of… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago

With over 30,000 different species of fish, the ocean is filled with a colorful display of incredible sea creatures. Fish are vertebrate animals and while they were originally thought to… Read More

By Volia Schubiger 3 years ago