Like people, animals have ways of dealing with bad weather. Many instinctively know when Mother Nature is about to unleash harsh conditions and take advance precautions. But when it comes… Read More
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What comes in a variety of colors, is affectionate, super-fluffy, cute, energetic, and loyal? Rabbit enthusiasts will know immediately that we’re talking about the adorable Lionhead. As the name implies,… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 5 days ago
You can’t just drive to the “polar bear capital of the world,” as there are no roads that go there! To get to this tiny town perched on the western… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 6 days ago
Key Points Massachusetts is home to 14 varieties of snakes, with only the timber rattlesnake and the northern copperhead considered venomous. All wetlands are hotspots of activity for wildlife, which… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 week ago
Key Points Maine is home to one of the most unique national parks in the U.S. that combines mountains, wilderness, and seashore. The northernmost point of the famed Appalachian Trail… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 week ago
The deer family (Cervidae) is a large one, with 43 species populating all but two continents. Deer species include moose, mule deer, reindeer, and elk. You’re sure to encounter them… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 weeks ago
What’s thought to be the oldest house in Missouri almost got knocked down to build a gas station! Luckily, a group of dedicated women took action to preserve not just… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 weeks ago
What does it take to produce the largest butternut squash ever grown? Growing giant vegetables is no easy feat. Veteran veggie growers work hard, obtaining just the right seeds and… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 2 weeks ago
There’s nothing that will stop you in your tracks quite like the pitiful sight of a baby bird on the ground. Wanting to help is a powerful instinct. But there… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 3 weeks ago
There’s no mistaking the dizzying display of a hummingbird’s wings as it zips around from flower to flower looking for nectar. But often, that same frantic action is used to… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 3 weeks ago
No small creature has a defense mechanism as potent as a skunk! These small mammals in the Mephitidae family are often smelled before they are seen. The most common variety,… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 3 weeks ago
How long tardigrades live can vary considerably. Although their lifespans can be very short, they also have a special way to survive for decades. Some types of tardigrades, which are… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 4 weeks ago
Key Points Keep discus (Symphysodon) fish with tankmates that are calm and don't display overly territorial behavior. Discus fish are usually happier sharing a tank with other peaceful fish, rather… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 month ago
Does Florida have a true “rainy season?” It does! A number of factors determine the rainy season throughout the state, and the timing can differ from region to region. Generally,… Read More
By Linda Bonvie 1 month ago
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