Despite being a landlocked state, Kansas has plenty of wetland areas. It is named after the Kansas River which flows though it, and the Missouri River makes up approximately 75… Read More
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I have been writing professionally for several years with a focus on animals and wildlife. I love spending time in the outdoors and when not writing I can be found on the farm surrounded by horses, dogs, sheep, and pigs.
Komodo dragons are some of the most fascinating and yet terrifying animals around. They are considered to be the most dangerous lizards in the world and are incredibly powerful apex… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 days ago
Although the chance of actually being killed by a shark is relatively low (statistically you are more likely to be struck by lightning), the fear of sharks is very real.… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 days ago
Mountains are some of the most breathtaking sights in the world, standing tall and proud with their jagged peaks. They are popular with skiers, climbers, and hikers alike, who take… Read More
By Hannah Ward 3 days ago
Snakes are some of the most common animals in the US, with approximately 100 species living across the country. There are 18 species in Michigan and these can be found… Read More
By Hannah Ward 5 days ago
Colorado is famous for its rugged mountains and breathtaking scenery. However, it actually has a wide and diverse range of habitats, including plains, forests, and even deserts. With such a… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 week ago
As the only mammals that are capable of true flight, bats are undoubtedly some of the most fascinating and unique animals in the world. Bats can vary widely in size,… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 week ago
Situated on the south east coast, Georgia has 110 miles of stunning coastline and several barrier islands. These scenic landscapes and the warm waters are a popular attraction for boaters,… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 week ago
Located in the Pacific Northwest, Washington state has a diverse topography which includes various rivers, forests, and mountains. It features several mountains in the Cascade mountain range, with the volcanic… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 week ago
Pennsylvania has a stunning and diverse topography which includes mountains, valleys, and forests. It also has a rich network of lakes and rivers which include the vast Lake Erie. Therefore,… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 week ago
Rats are some of the most widespread and adaptive animals on the planet. They are known for their athletic ability and their tendency to get into places that we really… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago
Located in the southern region of the US, West Virginia is best known for its rugged, yet beautiful mountains. However, these give way to a vast network of rivers, including… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago
With thousands of animals that call it home, Florida is teeming with life thanks to its diverse and unique habitats. Florida is particularly well known for its stunning beaches, and… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago
Indiana is home to numerous fascinating animals but some of the most common ones are actually snakes. There are 32 species in the state, of which four are venomous. Snakes… Read More
By Hannah Ward 3 weeks ago
There are all sorts of animals that live in Connecticut, but undoubtedly some of the most fascinating ones are snakes. There are 14 species in the state and they live… Read More
By Hannah Ward 3 weeks ago
Wyoming is best-known for its rugged mountains and vast plains, both of which are home to thousands of different species of plants and animals. From massive bison to pretty little… Read More
By Hannah Ward 3 weeks ago
The state of Washington has numerous aquatic habitats in it, from its Pacific coastline to the vast Snake River. Therefore, although the state is home to approximately 21 species of… Read More
By Hannah Ward 3 weeks ago
Vermont is a small state in the New England region of the US. Although it has a stunning and varied topography, some of its most distinctive habitats are wetlands. The… Read More
By Hannah Ward 3 weeks ago
Although South Dakota is best know for being part of the Great Plains region it also has numerous lakes and rivers in it. The largest river in the state is… Read More
By Hannah Ward 3 weeks ago
Florida is well-known for its sunny climate and stunning scenery. However, it also has a vast and diverse range of habitats, from the Everglades to its numerous barrier islands. They… Read More
By Hannah Ward 4 weeks ago
Despite being a small and densely populated state, New Jersey houses numerous animals which live in a wide variety of locations. In fact, with borders which include the Atlantic Ocean… Read More
By Hannah Ward 4 weeks ago
New Hampshire is a small state located in the New England region. However, despite being small it is incredibly diverse, with numerous woodlands, mountains, and wetland regions. Wetlands, in particular,… Read More
By Hannah Ward 4 weeks ago
Massachusetts is a small but diverse state in the New England region of the US. It has several distinct regions, including forests, mountains, a coastal plain, and numerous bays and… Read More
By Hannah Ward 4 weeks ago
Snakes are some of the most fascinating animals in the world and they inhabit a wide variety of habitats — including wetlands. Although true water snakes are only snakes which… Read More
By Hannah Ward 4 weeks ago
With borders that include the Montreal River, Lake Michigan, and Lake Superior, it’s easy to understand why Wisconsin has many diverse wetland habitats. Although there are many different animals that… Read More
By Hannah Ward 4 weeks ago
Minnesota is a stunning state located in the Upper Midwest region. It is the second most northerly state after Alaska and is the twelfth largest in the US. Although Minnesota… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
Alabama is a southeastern state which is home to vast numbers of animals, both large and small. There are 43 species of snakes which call it home, including six that… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
There are 47 different species of snakes in Louisiana, including seven that are venomous. Louisiana is famous for its rich and diverse habitats, many of which are wetlands. Therefore, it’s… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
Mississippi is a stunning state in the southeastern region of the US and is home to 55 different species of snakes. It has a vast number of aquatic habitats, including… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
With at least 120,000 known species, flies are some of the most common animals in the world. They are able to survive in a wide variety of habitats and conditions.… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
Flies are all around us and they are one of only a few animals that occur on every continent in the world — including Antarctica. It is estimated that there… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
Chipmunks are small rodents which are sometimes mistaken for squirrels. They are widespread across North America and are sometimes described as being pests due to their burrowing behavior. However, as… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
As the second largest US state, Texas covers an immense area and features a vast range of habitats for animals to call their home. Snakes are particularly abundant in the… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
Flowers are all around us. There’s the first blooms of brave new flowers that are often the first signs of the approaching spring, and there’s the riot of color that… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
Some people love them and some people hate them, but regardless of your feelings toward them, rats are undoubtedly fascinating creatures. They are extremely agile and athletic animals and are… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
Badgers are common woodland animals and are easily distinguished by their black and white facial markings. But have you ever wondered what their tracks look like? Or perhaps you’ve been… Read More
By Hannah Ward 1 month ago
Organisms are all over the world and they help to form the life as we know it. There are three major domains of life on Earth and these are archaea,… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
There are millions of animals around the world with all kinds of different shapes and sizes — from mighty elephants to tiny insects. However, some of these animals have particularly… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Also known as groundhogs, woodchucks are large rodents that are common across North America. Although they can be a nuisance to farmers and gardeners, they actually play an important role… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Whales are some of the most graceful and breathtaking creatures in the world. They occur in every ocean and having a close encounter with them is on many people’s bucket… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Small but mighty, bees are some of the most important animals in the world because of their role in pollinating crops and flowers. In fact, the very survival of numerous… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Mice are small rodents renowned for their ability to get into places they shouldn’t — whether it’s a kitchen, a garage, or a shed. Although mice nowadays are popular pets,… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Texas is the second largest state in the U.S., and with such a diverse landscape it’s the perfect place for a wide range of animals to live. There are approximately… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Brazil is the largest country in South America and spans an immense 3.3 million square miles. It has incredibly diverse topography which includes stunning mountains, breathtaking waterfalls, and numerous cliffs,… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Skiing is one of the most popular winter sports around and every season we love to get out and explore the exhilarating slopes. From beginners to experts, there’s always something… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Chickens are some of the most popular animals to keep, whether you’ve got a small holding, a farm, or just a large garden. They are friendly and amusing to watch… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Skiing is largely a winter sport. We get out on the slopes as soon as the weather is cold enough and there’s enough snow. But did you know that there… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Who hasn't heard of dodos — the cute, flightless birds often portrayed as slightly stupid? Characterized by their large beak and small wings, dodos were ground-dwelling birds that stood around… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Although New York is famous for its urban landscape, it's also well known for it's vast network of lakes and rivers. In fact, 13.6% of New York's entire area is… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
Michigan is one of the most fascinating states in the United States, with its Upper and Lower Peninsulas and more than 11,000 lakes. However, it's not just the state's geography… Read More
By Hannah Ward 2 months ago
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