Costa Rica is known for the diversity of its rainforests. While much of the attention goes towards the unique animals that can be found, like Basilisk lizards, red-eyed tree frogs… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 11 months ago
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I'm a Wildlife Conservation Author and Journalist, raising awareness about conservation by teaching others about the amazing animals we share the planet with. I graduated from the University of Minnesota-Morris with a degree in Elementary Education and I am a former teacher. When I am not writing I love going to my kids' soccer games, watching movies, taking on DIY projects and running with our giant Labradoodle "Tango".
Every spring West Virginia comes to life with sprigs of green buds on the trees, tulips popping up and by late May/early June roses are beginning to bloom. While some… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 11 months ago
Cane Corsos are sturdy muscular dogs that have a no-nonsense look. While they may initially look intimidating, they are affectionate pets that are cooperative and playful. From their early history… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
Even though Washington may have a reputation for being cloudy along the coast and quite frigid in the winter, there are a variety of beautiful roses that can grow (and… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
If you have ever toured the State Capitol in Little Rock you have seen the elaborate rose garden. There are more than 50 different varieties of roses in the State… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
If you want to spruce up your landscaping, expand your backyard garden, or brighten up your patio, try adding some roses. You may think that growing roses is too challenging… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
Missouri is located in the center of the U.S., with the Mighty Mississippi as its eastern border. Temperatures typically range between 26°F and 90°F so there is quite a variation.… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
Nebraska may be known as the “Cornhusker State” with its acres and acres of corn fields, but crops are not the only thing that grows well in the state. Flower… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
According to the American Kennel Club, the Labrador Retriever has been the most popular dog in the United States for 31 years straight! Just this past year, 2022, did a… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
The Lasting Love is a hybrid rose that has blooms of a deep red-pink, resembling the rose shown here. Whether you come across wild roses while hiking along the coast… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
Bernese mountain dogs are considered to be "working dogs" by the American Kennel Club. These mighty pups are muscular and full-bodied dogs that have the build to be working dogs.… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
If you visit Hawaii, you are immediately greeted with a lei of gorgeous flowers: striking lavenders, brilliant pinks, or soft yellows. You may actually smell the fragrant flowers before seeing… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 12 months ago
Spring is in bloom, as they say, and with the shifting of the seasons, nature shifts into full gear. Late April into May is when the desert wildflowers start to… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
As the temperatures start to climb into the 50s and 60s, it is time to start uncovering your roses and prepping your garden for the upcoming season. While Wyoming can… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Key Points If your birthday falls between May 21st and June 21st, you are under the zodiac sign of Gemini. Gemini folks are famous for being smart, outgoing, and charismatic… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Key Points: Alligator gars are the largest among garfish species, with some individuals reaching lengths of over 8 feet and weighing nearly 300 pounds. Although they can reach a respectable… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Key Points Cats' behavior may oftentimes come across as unpredictable or strange to their owners, as they are an entirely different species with their own set of social rules and… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Whales are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. If you have ever seen one in person you understand the magnitude of these massive animals. Whale watchers travel… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Snakehead fish are freshwater fish with elongated bodies and flat, scaly heads, which gives them a snake-like appearance. They have upturned mouths full of tiny teeth. On their back, they… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
If you absolutely love a pop of purple in your home aquarium, there are several amazing purple fish you can add to your setup. In addition to some brightly colored… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
In North America, periodic cicadas emerge from the soil on a 13- or 17-year cycle based on where they live. You may be familiar with the noisy “song” of the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
The biggest animals on the planet are water animals! Without the same resistance of gravity, water animals are able to get much larger and heavier than land animals. Elephants, the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Marsupials are a group of mammals that belong to the Metatheria (or Marsupialia) infraclass. One of the most common marsupials is the kangaroo, which gives birth prematurely to its young,… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
You are probably familiar with deer that have antlers, like the white-tail deer or mule deer. Hunters may brag about getting a 10-point buck, but what does that really mean?… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Whales are the largest animals on the Earth! Whales are massive marine mammals that can be found in every ocean of the world. From the frigid waters in the Antarctic… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Whales are the largest animal on Earth! The blue whale can grow to 98 feet long and weigh 400,000 pounds. You must have to eat a lot to maintain a… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Take cover! If you are an insect minding your own business along the river’s edge and you live in archerfish territory you better be on guard! Archerfish can shoot down… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Malawi is a small country in East Africa. The third largest lake on the continent lies along its eastern border. Lake Malawi has an incredibly diverse selection of freshwater fish;… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
The country of Mali in Western Africa is mostly desert. However, the Niger River and its tributaries flow through the country, providing the perfect habitat for various freshwater fish. Mali… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Iraq is a Middle Eastern country that borders the Persian Gulf. The major river systems of the Tigris and Euphrates flow through Iraq and form the Mesopotamian marshes before emptying… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Japan has the Pacific Ocean off its eastern coast, the Sea of Japan to the west, the East China Sea to the southeast, and the Sea of Okhotsk to the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
The Middle Eastern country of Jordan has some very recognizable bodies of water like the Dead Sea and the Red Sea. The Jordan River also flows along the western border,… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
The country of Israel is in the Middle East, with the Mediterranean Sea to the west and the Red Sea to the south. The Sea of Galilee and the Dead… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Mongolia is a landlocked country in Asia just north of China and south of Russia. Plenty of fascinating fish inhabit the cool deep lakes, crisp streams, and raging rivers. The… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
For a country that is mostly desert, you will be surprised to discover several intriguing fish species that are found in Niger. Niger is located in West Africa with the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Key Points Bluefin tuna is the largest of the 15 tuna species and come in Atlantic, Pacific and Southern varieties. The largest bluefin tuna ever caught in California was 395… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Indonesia is an archipelago off the coast of Southeast Asia situated right along the equator. There are five major islands including Sumatra, Java, Borneo, Sulawesi, and New Guinea. To the… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Key Points American eels live in freshwater and are often used as bait to catch other fish. American eels can be 6 feet long, but most are in the 2-… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
A wide range of vibrant orange-coloured fish are available if you want to add some pop to your tank or create an exclusively orange aquarium. While saltwater fish sometimes get… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
If you have a home aquarium filled with various amazing fish coexisting in harmony, you probably are not looking to add a troublemaker. However, some of the most aggressive fish… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
From the Tennessee River in the north to the Alabama and Coosa Rivers near Montgomery, there is some fine catfishing in the state of Alabama. Some anglers swear the biggest… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
If you are looking to spice up your aquarium with some red-hot freshwater fish, you are going to want to narrow your choices down so you can find the perfect… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Fascinating black fish can take your aquarium to the next level! Some of the most popular types of aquarium fish are colorful, like a classic orange goldfish or bright blue… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
When your entire eastern border is the Mississippi River you can imagine there is some fine fishing in your state! Missouri also has the namesake Missouri River, the longest river… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
If you are looking to liven up your aquarium with a splash of purple you could add a few purple silky artificial plants, but wouldn’t it be more enticing to… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
The animal world is full of vibrant colors, including stunningly colorful scarlet macaws and iridescent peacocks. When it comes to yellow animals, you may immediately think of honeybees, canaries or… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
New Zealand is an island country located southeast of Australia. There are two main islands and hundreds of smaller islands off the coast. Besides some of the massive deep-sea fish,… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Madagascar is an island off the coast of southeast Africa. It sits in the Indian Ocean just across the Mozambique Channel from the mainland of Africa. As an island, you… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Here are ten spectacular fish found in Iceland. Iceland is an island country a little bigger than Ireland. It is located northwest of the United Kingdom, west of Norway, and… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
Ecuador is a small country in the northwest corner of South America. It sits between Columbia and Peru with a coastline on the Pacific Ocean. The Ecuadorian Amazon has an… Read More
By Cindy Rasmussen 1 year ago
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