Hannah Ward
Author for A-Z Animals

There are more than 400 species of sharks alive today in the waters all around the world. However, there are none as unusual as hammerhead sharks.  Easily recognizable by their… Read More

By Hannah Ward 1 day ago

Louisiana is a diverse state situated next to the Gulf of Mexico. Although Louisiana has rich uplands, it also has the alluvial region which was created by the Mississippi River. Within… Read More

By Hannah Ward 5 days ago

South Carolina is just as diverse and spectacular as North Carolina and has its own stunning scenery and landmarks. From the height of the mountains to the very edge of… Read More

By Hannah Ward 7 days ago

North Carolina is known for its beautiful habitats - its rugged mountain ranges, miles of coastlines, and a diverse network of rivers and streams. Just as diverse are its animals,… Read More

By Hannah Ward 7 days ago

With stunning mountain ranges, flat coastal plains, and the rolling fields of the Piedmont plateau region, North Carolina has a vast array of habitats that are home to thousands of… Read More

By Hannah Ward 1 week ago

South Carolina is a southeastern state of the United States which has some incredible habitats that are home to many wonderful animals.  From the rugged Blue Ridge Mountains to the… Read More

By Hannah Ward 1 week ago

North Carolina is known for its beautiful landscape with rugged mountains, barrier islands, rolling fields, and a vast network of rivers and streams.  Therefore, it’s no surprise that there are… Read More

By Hannah Ward 1 week ago

Snakes are one of the most common animals in Georgia. They are found in virtually every habitat within the state - from forests and grasslands to rivers and swamps, to… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago

Georgia is known for it’s many diverse ecosystems and beautiful scenery, and there is perhaps no area more stunning than North Georgia.  With vast mountainous regions and miles of rivers,… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago

Florida is without a doubt one of the most beautiful states in the US and is popular for its mild climate. Although much of Florida is subtropical, it is actually… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago

While Georgia is home to many unique and fascinating animals, some of the most diverse and adaptable animals are snakes. Although they can live in virtually any habitat, easily some… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago

Spanning a vast 57,000 square miles, Georgia has an array of habitats that are home to many wonderful animals.  With miles of coastline, stunning mountains, and acres of farmland, there… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago

Florida is one of the most diverse states in the United States, with many different habitats that are home to thousands of different species.  Central Florida is just as diverse… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago

With such a vast and diverse landscape that covers 65,000 square miles and has 1,350 miles of coastline, it’s not surprising that Florida is home to thousands of unique and… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago

The majority of Florida is situated on a peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean.  With 1,350 miles of coastline and many barrier islands, it’s not surprising… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 weeks ago

Florida is one of the most diverse states with a diverse range of ecosystems that are home to many wonderful and unusual animals.  From tropical regions, swamps, rivers, coastlines, and… Read More

By Hannah Ward 3 weeks ago

Spanning a vast 65,000 square miles, it’s not surprising that Florida is absolutely teeming with life.  With some of the most diverse ecosystems, there are plenty of habitats for various… Read More

By Hannah Ward 3 weeks ago

Florida is known for its beautiful flora and fauna and is home to many rare and wonderful animals. One animal that is abundant in Florida is snakes. There are more… Read More

By Hannah Ward 3 weeks ago

Although nicknamed "The Sunshine State," Florida is far more diverse than you might expect.  There is a vast array of habitats - such as rivers and streams, swamps, sawgrass marshes,… Read More

By Hannah Ward 4 weeks ago

Florida has some of the richest and most diverse ecosystems in the US, with more than 1,350 miles of coastline, not including its many barrier islands.  Florida is home to… Read More

By Hannah Ward 4 weeks ago

Spanning more than 65,000 square miles, Florida has a vast array of habitats that are home to many wonderful animals.  Although the weather is hot and humid throughout most of… Read More

By Hannah Ward 4 weeks ago

Guinea pigs are small mammals that originated in the Andes mountains in South America.  Despite their name, they are not native to Guinea, and they are not related to pigs,… Read More

By Hannah Ward 1 month ago

Moles are small mammals noted for their ability to burrow and dig intricate tunnels.  They are found on every continent except Antarctica, and they live anywhere that they can dig… Read More

By Hannah Ward 1 month ago

Hedgehogs are small nocturnal mammals that are found across Asia, Africa, Europe, and New Zealand.  There are seventeen living species of hedgehogs, but all are known for the distinctive prickly… Read More

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Squirrels are small mammals best known for their bushy tails and mischievous nature.  They are widespread across Africa, Australia, Eurasia, and the Americas, where they are found in virtually every… Read More

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Chinchillas are small mammals native to only a small area of South America, although they are also widely kept as pets.  They have a unique appearance as they have a… Read More

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Weasels are small mammals that are found in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and North Africa.  They live in a wide range of habitats - including woodlands, marshes, moors,… Read More

By Hannah Ward 1 month ago

Raccoons are medium-sized mammals that are native to North America, Mexico, Europe, and Japan. They are easily distinguished by their bushy tail and unique markings.  However, one of the questions… Read More

By Hannah Ward 1 month ago

Rabbits (also known as bunnies) are small mammals that are widespread worldwide. In the wild, they live in burrows across a range of habitats - such as grasslands, forests, wetlands,… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 months ago

Ferrets are incredibly intelligent animals that are often kept as pets. They are small carnivorous animals characterized by a pointed snout and an elongated body. Ferrets are typically black or… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 months ago

Porcupines are medium-sized mammals that are found across North and South America, Asia, Africa, and Europe. They live in various habitats, such as forests, deserts, and rocky outcrops. They are… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 months ago

Skunks are small mammals that are widespread across North and South America. They live in various habitats, including forests, woodlands, grasslands, deserts, and urban areas. They are easily distinguished by… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 months ago

Beavers are large semi-aquatic animals that are best known for their ability to construct dams. They are unique animals and are incredibly important to the ecosystem. Beavers have stocky bodies… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 months ago

Possums are small to medium-sized animals native to Australia and the surrounding areas. They are primarily nocturnal and are able climbers, often traveling around through the trees. They have a… Read More

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Bats are unique animals who have had their forelimbs adapted into wings and they are the only mammals that are capable of true and sustained flight. They are found almost… Read More

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Magpies and crows are both medium-sized birds known for their equally distinctive appearances. Both birds are extremely adaptable and are found in various habitats. They are often classed as pests… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 months ago

Bloodhounds and coonhounds are both dogs with a good sense of smell and incredible tracking ability. Although they have a similar appearance which makes it easy for them to be… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 months ago

Manchester terriers and miniature pinschers are both small dogs with incredibly similar appearances. They're so alike that it's easy for anyone unfamiliar with the breeds to confuse the two. However,… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 months ago

Staffordshire bull terriers and Pitbulls are both stocky and muscular dogs known because of their reputation - which isn't always a good one. They have a similar appearance, and both… Read More

By Hannah Ward 2 months ago

Pekingese and Shih Tzus are small, adorable dogs that are firm favorites as family pets. They have a similar appearance, and it's easy for anyone unfamiliar with the breeds to… Read More

By Hannah Ward 3 months ago

Skunks and raccoons are both known for their distinctive black and white appearance. Both are omnivorous, but capable hunters at the same time. They are found in many of the… Read More

By Hannah Ward 3 months ago

Skate fish and stingrays are both cartilaginous fish that are found all around the world and are often confused for one another.  It’s certainly an easy mistake to make as… Read More

By Hannah Ward 3 months ago