Sharks are divisive animals. These fascinating creatures, both beautiful and lethal, have come under a lot of scrutiny and hostility over the years, especially because of their connection to fatal… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 8 mins ago
Kirstin Opal
When she's not busy playing with her several guinea pigs, 14-year-old dog, or her cat Spirit, Kirstin is writing articles to help other pet owners. She's also a REALTOR® in the Twin Cities and is passionate about social justice. There's nothing that beats a rainy day with a warm cup of tea and Frank Sinatra on vinyl for this millennial.
The wildebeest - sometimes referred to as the gnu - is part of the antelope family. These animals have horns that curve and a big, box-like skull. Their hindquarters are… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 14 hours ago
A video on Youtube is comparing two venomous snakes to give viewers an inside look at just how dangerous Western Diamondbacks and Mohave Rattlesnakes truly are to anyone they meet.… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 1 day ago
While many pet owners see cats and dogs as opposites, the two animals can get along quite well. When they play and chase each other around, it almost looks as… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 1 day ago
The fact that pythons remain with their eggs until they hatch, in contrast to many other snakes, is part of what makes them unique. Not only do they stay with… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 1 day ago
On a snowy winter evening, one man looks at the door to his back porch and sees several beady eyes staring back at him. James Blackwood is a retired Royal… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 1 day ago
Wisconsin locals anticipate the pleasant, cheerful blossoms of the warmer weather months. They also anticipate the annual bird migrations that lend themselves to a season of bird-watching. In fact, bird… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 1 day ago
For any horse enthusiast, having a horse is a wonderful experience, but it is a costly endeavor. You'll want to keep a close eye on your emotional and financial commitment. … Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 days ago
Both the geysers and the rich and plentiful fauna of Yellowstone are well-known. There are 67 species of mammals, notably seven native ungulate species and two bear species, in addition… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 days ago
The humpback whale is recognized for its notable knobby head, as well as its breathtaking breaches and tail flukes. It can completely propel its massive body out of the water… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 5 days ago
A near relative of the domestic pig is the wild boar. Wild boar subspecies are similar in size and look but have different colors. These creatures are of medium size.… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 5 days ago
Former member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, James Blackwood, is appropriately named "Raccoon Whisperer," online. Blackwood lives in Churchville, Nova Scotia, on a modest, unassuming four-acre plot. The thing… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 5 days ago
With the inventions of cameras like the GoPro and drones, we’ve been able to see incredible images and videos like never before. People who use these cameras have the ability… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 1 week ago
The great white shark, also known as Carcharodon carcharias, is one of more than 500 shark species and is now the biggest predatory shark in the ocean. Great white sharks… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 1 week ago
Sea lions... Many people think these adorable creatures are sweet, affectionate, loving animals. The truth is, they can be quite savage and one man’s viral video shows just what a… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 2 weeks ago
When you think of going for a bike ride, you may imagine strolling along a dirt or paved path surrounded by beautiful nature. Perhaps you imagine zooming down the bike… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 2 weeks ago
Real albinism is a rare occurrence in the wild. Some claim that it only happens once per 100,000 births in wild animals. Others assert that it is one in a… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 2 weeks ago
One man traveling to Venice thought "Is there a way to do so than in style on the most luxurious sleeper train in the world?" The man in the video… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 2 weeks ago
This man pulled out his reliable frying pan to manage the issue when a surprise crocodile showed up at his vacation lodge. Each of us has had some uninvited visitors… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 2 weeks ago
When it comes to rivalry in the wild, hyenas and lions have quite the history together. The tumultuous and combative interaction between lions and hyenas is well-documented. People can see… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 2 weeks ago
Located in Botswana, the Wilderness Safaris' King's Pool is a beautiful destination for tourists looking to get an authentic taste of the African safari. Africa is the second-largest continent in… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 2 weeks ago
While you can still go fishing in flood water, one fisherman shows us why it may not be the best idea. The catadromous fish species barramundi, also known as Asian… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
Usually, individuals either adore snakes or despise them. Despite how you feel about them, the majority of us can agree that in North America, we'd prefer not to run into… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
Let me take you on an adventure to Guerrero Negro Lagoon in Baja, California. Guerrero Negro is one of those areas that would receive very few tourists if it weren't… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
Have you ever heard the silly saying, “I’m so hungry I could eat a whale!”? While it’s all in good fun and we humans could never actually eat an entire… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
Zombies have gained quite a bit of popularity over the years. Whether it’s zombie movies, pub crawls, or Halloween costumes, the theme seems to be everywhere. Did you know there’s… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
Boa constrictors are strong snakes that hunt covertly. In the most of Central America and South America, they reside in tropical climes and they hunt at night. The boa often… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
A video with nearly 800,000 views is making waves online as it showcases two of the deadliest animals on the planet fighting each other. Many people think hippos are these… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
When we’re kids, we’re taught to be aware of our surroundings, look both ways before crossing the street, and steer clear of stranger danger. We’re told about these things to… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
In many respects, Paynes Prairie is exceptional. Visitors to Florida have no other place to see bison and horses wandering freely. The prairie is a large savannah that resembles the… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
The biggest national park in South Africa is Kruger National Park. It is situated on the border with Mozambique in the provinces of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, west of the Lebombo… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
When you book a safari, you never know what you could see. Liwonde National Park, located near the southern edge of Lake Malombe in Malawi's south, is a national icon… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
Picture this... You’re taking a casual stroll through the gorgeous autumn forests in Utah. The trees have started changing color, the weather is cooler, and being in the great outdoors… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
Animal assaults are rather prevalent in forest areas of India. A recent video of a leopard charging a guy on a bicycle has gone popular online. The footage was taken… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
There’s nothing better than kicking back on a hot summer’s day and relaxing in a cool pool. You can play water games, lay on a floaty, get a tan, swim… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
The African elephant is the world's biggest land mammal, with adult males, known as bull elephants, reaching heights of nearly 10 feet tall and weighing up to 13,300 pounds on… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
I don’t know about you, but being overly hot, especially during summer can be very uncomfortable. We all know how important it is to hydrate. Even wild animals know how… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 3 weeks ago
Tropical storms and hurricanes revolve around the calm eye in the middle of the storm. Although hurricane eyes can vary in size from just a few miles to several hundred… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
Since so many movies about shark attacks and ocean disasters have scarred us, the majority of us are at least a tiny bit afraid to swim in the sea. Every… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
One of the most amazing experiences that few people get to enjoy is going ice fishing on the frigid waters of Alaska. Under the ice is where the best fishing… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
Volna Beach is located in Russia and people from all over the country visit to enjoy a relaxing day in the water. People taking a dip on an afternoon in… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
If there’s one place in the world that is home to the unexpected, it’s the ocean. In the waters just off the Western coast of Australia, you’ll find plenty of… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
People from all over the world enjoy spending time in nature. Whether that involves swimming, biking, or hiking, it’s nice to get into the great outdoors. One family of five… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
Picture it: you’re on a beautiful afternoon walk in the countryside and suddenly you spot a giant snake in the middle of the road. What do you do? Some would… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
One of the most unpleasant and challenging fish to capture is the arapaima. According to Smithsonian's National Zoo and Biology Institute, the fish are among the biggest freshwater fish species… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
Hawks are large, robust birds. Their powerful beaks are curved for biting and shredding flesh, and they have sharp, curved talons on their feet for catching food. Several hawks are… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
Key West is a tiny island bordered by the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean's deep and shallow seas. It has the world's third-biggest barrier reef, as well as… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
A complex mosaic of montane habitats, including evergreen and bamboo woodland, open meadows, marsh, and heath, may be found in Volcanoes National Park. You'll find this stunning park in Rwanda's… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 4 weeks ago
Despite the fact that they seldom kill humans, African rock pythons are one of the six biggest snake species on the planet and are greatly feared. These snakes have a… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 1 month ago
Stuffed animals are precious toys that kids and adults seem to love. Whether you have your favorite teddy bear from childhood or a stuffed animal that looks like your pet,… Read More
By Kirstin Opal 1 month ago
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