Hailey Pruett
Author for A-Z Animals

Although it's the world's smallest continent by landmass, Australia is the sixth largest country on the planet! This incredibly biodiverse region is home to more than 40 unique turtle species,… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 1 week ago

Although turtles are quite resilient animals, they must rely on their surroundings to keep their bodies warm. As ectothermic reptiles, they cannot self-regulate their internal body temperature like mammals can,… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 2 weeks ago

Oklahoma, also known as the Sooner State, is home to around 17 different species of turtles. Most of these turtles are aquatic or at least semi-aquatic, though a couple of… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 2 weeks ago

As one of the original 13 colonies, Virginia is a state with a rich history. It’s also rich in biodiversity and is home to more than 20 unique turtle species!… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 3 weeks ago

Also known as the Yellowhammer state, Alabama is incredibly biodiverse, especially when it comes to its state reptiles! In fact, it houses nearly 40 unique turtle species that vary wildly… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 3 weeks ago

Despite being the third-smallest state in the U.S., Connecticut is home to 12 unique turtle species! These species are surprisingly diverse, ranging from tiny musk turtles to gigantic snapping turtles… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 4 weeks ago

South Carolina has a diverse range of habitats for its size, from its sandy shores to its densely wooded forests. As a result, a wide range of turtles calls South… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 4 weeks ago

North Carolina is home to around 20 total species of turtles ranging from tiny three-inch mud turtles to massive sea turtles that can reach upwards of 5 feet long! If… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 1 month ago

Sea turtles are certainly among the most stunning and fascinating reptiles on the planet, and many animal lovers dream of getting the chance to see them up close in person.… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 1 month ago

Despite being such a small state with a fairly chilly climate, New Jersey is home to more than a dozen different species of turtles! From teeny-tiny bog turtles to impressively… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 1 month ago

Kentucky, also known as the Bluegrass State, has an incredibly rich biodiversity level, especially regarding its shelled reptiles! In total, Kentucky is home to 14 different turtle species. If you're… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 1 month ago

Michigan’s chilly climate doesn’t seem like it’d be hospitable to a substantial reptile population, but there are actually 10 species of turtles that call the Great Lake State their home.… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 1 month ago

Adorably small and compact with an ornately-patterned shell, the humble box turtle is one of North America’s most common and widespread types of turtles! Despite their small size, the many… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 1 month ago

Georgia's warm, humid summers and mild winters make it the perfect home for a range of reptile species, particularly its resident turtles! In total, around 30 different species of turtles… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 2 months ago

For most of us, the term “black snake” can refer to just about any snake that is mostly black. From this perspective, potentially hundreds of snakes could be black snakes,… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 2 months ago

For most of us, the word “cobra” mainly brings to mind snakes like the king cobra and Indian cobra, with their large, ornately patterned hoods and deadly venom. What most… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 2 months ago

The Sunshine State is home to a wide range of fascinating reptiles, and its turtle population is especially diverse and stunning! There are around 30 different types of turtles in… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 3 months ago

Pythons are a large and diverse group of snakes, ranging significantly in color, size, habitat, diet, and more. Among them are some of the largest snakes in the world, as… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 3 months ago

North Carolina’s unique range of habitats and climates gives it a huge amount of species diversity, especially when it comes to the state’s resident reptiles! Around a dozen or so… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 5 months ago

Although Georgia’s winters are a bit too chilly for some reptiles, a handful of lizard species have still been able to thrive in the temperate peach state. Home to a… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 5 months ago

California is home to an incredibly wide range of wildlife, including its reptile population! In fact, the Golden State has more than 50 unique species of colorful, visually striking lizards… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 5 months ago

Arizona’s hot, arid climate makes it the perfect environment for a stunning range of reptiles! Its lizard population is especially rich and diverse, with around 50 unique species calling the… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 5 months ago

Florida has some of the most vibrant, diverse, and stunning wildlife–not just in the United States but the entire world! This is largely thanks to Florida's semi-tropical climate, which provides… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 6 months ago

Hawaii is home to a unique variety of reptiles ranging from tiny skinks to massive sea turtles and iguanas. Interestingly, none of the geckos in Hawaii are native–all have been… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 6 months ago

Having plenty of ways to classify and organize animals based on their physical traits and ancestry has made studying them much easier for scientists. However, sometimes things get tricky, especially… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 6 months ago

Geckos are a pretty unusual bunch of reptiles, with perhaps their most bizarre and noteworthy trait being their massive, bulging eyes. If you own one of these unique lizards or… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 6 months ago

Many animals must undergo a period of dormancy or significantly lessened activity to save energy during a particular time of the year (typically the cold, harsh winter months). Depending on… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 6 months ago

All animals have to maintain their core body temperature somehow for their bodily processes like digestion, growth, and respiration to run smoothly. You've likely heard at some point that all… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 6 months ago

If you find turtles as fascinating as we do, you’ve probably spent some time wondering about how we classify these unusual animals. Are turtles reptiles, amphibians, or perhaps something else?… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 6 months ago

Despite its fearsome reputation, many find the honey badger strangely adorable. Its unique appearance, along with its sudden internet fame thanks to the Honey Badger Don't Care viral video and… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 7 months ago

If you love exotic pets, you may have wondered at some point if the adorably bizarre bush baby, also known as the Galago, could be reasonably kept in captivity. After… Read More

By Hailey Pruett 7 months ago