Sandy Porter
Author for A-Z Animals

Those feathery creatures seem to get away with something we’d never dare: sitting on power lines. If we see a phone line down, we freak out, assuming we could get… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

If you spotted a baby turtle while out for your morning walk, you may be wondering what you should do. Has it lost its way? Does it need help? Should… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Does bear spray work? It’s a question anyone headed out to hike in Glacier National Park may want to ask. Montana and most of the Pacific Northwest, among many other… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Gardening can be a beautiful, exciting hobby for folks. For others, it’s the way they feed their families or make a side hustle to provide for their families. When you… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Located 25 miles from Los Angeles, Malibu Creek State Park, tucked into the Santa Monica Mountains, California, enjoys a beautiful year-round season. Some times of the year are better to… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Every pet is worth celebrating with love, special treats, and even some set-aside days. But did you know that one of the newest pet celebration days is the National Australian… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Discover the Lake Known as the `Lightning Capital of the World` (1.2M Lightning Bolts Per Year!) If you live in someplace like Florida or Louisiana, you’ve probably suggested once or… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Thinking of bringing home a ferret but not sure you can afford it? Check out these four cheapest ferrets to bring home and how to find them. You could decide… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Folks who don’t know Kansas well may just think of the state as a cereal grain producer. But some fascinating Kansas facts might enliven your perspective of the Wheat State.… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

The fluffy felines (or hairless ones!) know their ancestry. They belong on the royal terraces of the ancient Egyptian gardens. Surrounded by servants, cradled in luxury, cats held place as… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Victoria, Australia, has many temperature ranges throughout the state, largely thanks to the many stunning terrains within. From tall mountains like Mount Hotham, the coldest place in the state, to… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Australia is full of wondrous, beautiful places. From temperate rain forests in Tasmania to the tropical rain forests of Kuranda, Queensland, the mountains, the valleys, the rivers all make up… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Nearly every state in the United States has some mountain or tall hill they call a mountain. Interestingly enough, though, the definition of the term is a bit lax and… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Oregon, the Beaver State, contains 295 miles north to south and 395 miles east to west at the longest and widest, respectively. Total, the state encompassed about 98,381 square miles.… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

One of the most attractive critters at the zoo splashes through frigid waters in transparent-white fur and black skin. These creatures, the incredible critters are polar bears, the beauties of… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Flowing through Texas, with some 1,280 miles of waterway, the Brazos River earns its place as one of the most significant rivers in the state and the country. The headwater… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

The Golden State offers to the world some of the most incredible scenery ever imagined. But what if you could sail out over the splendor of the Los Angeles Hills… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

If you’ve ever brought home a humongous apple from a nearby farm market, you know it means to take a fresh, juicy bite of deliciousness. As you’ve done so, have… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Entirely contained in the state of Maryland, the Patuxent is a major tributary of the Chesapeake Bay. The Potomac River and the Patapsco Rivers also feed the bay, as the… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

The highest point in Victoria, Australia, once hosted indigenous ceremonies and the eating of an unusual staple: the bogong moth. Let’s take a look at this spot in the Victorian… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Flowing from Kerr County, Texas, to the San Antonio Bay in the Guld of Mexico, the Guadalupe River contributes majorly to the life of the state. The river could, in… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

You might not think of “flatlands” as beautiful, especially after witnessing some of the most incredible mountains in the world, but the flattest place on earth is, indeed, stunningly beautiful.… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Ever wondered if dragons could be real? These fire-breathing beasts of Arthurian legend, Tolkien tales, and video game backdrops? Could dragons be real? Is there any evidence from science that… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

If you’re wondering where you might move if you headed West, looking at the poorest town in Colorado might help you make decisions. The U.S. Census Bureau provides information on… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Diverse wildlife, including numerous bird species, thrive within the boundaries of the Old Dominion. Included in those numbers are eight species of woodpeckers, plus one vagrant species occasionally spotted here.… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Port Tobacco is the smallest town in Maryland, it is located in central Charles County near Chapel Point Road and Maryland Route 6. Curious about the smallest town in Maryland?… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

If you’ve been considering bringing home a goldfish, but want to make you find the right one, you’re in luck! Whether you need an easy-to-care variety for the kids’ first… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

If you’ve heard of the ghost bird or seen those videos of the weird, bark-like birds in the Amazon, you’ve seen potoos. The fascinating birds actually come in seven different… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Getting ready to plant some tomatoes in Oregon? Find out when to do it, along with your best tips and plans for action to ensure healthy production all season long.… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Ever wondered just how many horse colors there are? Well, we’ve done the work to bring in every color, variation, pattern, and marking we could think of just for you!… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Ever wondered what a hummingbird nest looks like? Or how you’d find one in the wild? The beautiful, small birds make equally intriguing and tiny nests in some of the… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Calm, mild-mannered, and curious, skunks are adorable little mammals often mistakenly thought of as rodents. The mammals, though, belong to the Mephitidae family. These critters are infamous for their sulfuric… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

A highly prized meat in fish markets and fine dining restaurants the world over, king crab has become world famous for its sweet, juicy meat. The fresh crab, of course,… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Sweet, juicy, plump, and red — there’s nothing that beats a fresh-picked strawberry. Whether you eat them straight out of the field, make them up in pies, or top your… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

Many regions in Washington state have year-long crabbing seasons. But whether you’re crabbing in these spots or those with limited seasons, it’s best to know the regulations like bag limits… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

There are two otters that reside in North America, the North American river otter and the sea otter. These two cuddly-looking critters have earned the reputation of being adorable, friendly,… Read More

By Sandy Porter 6 months ago

When you have a beloved cuddle fluff full of vim and vigor, you want to keep them that way. And just like with humans, cats need healthy food to thrive… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

Did you know that more than 200 varieties of cheese start with B? Yeah, us, neither. That is, until we started doing some research. We soon discovered that cheeses from… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

As winter approaches, folks start thinking about preparing their plants for the cold. When it comes to plants like hibiscus, known for their tropical growth needs, the question rings loud:… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

You’ve surely heard of U.S. Route 66, running from Chicago to L.A. Did you know that a good chunk of the Mother Road still exists in Arizona? In fact, you’ll… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

Easy growing, large-leaved, and beautiful, the Philodendron selloum plant makes for a stunning houseplant. These beautiful leafy plants spring flowers and fruits, all in green, with long, gorgeous leaves as… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

Across the planet, several “lakes of fire” rage beneath the soil. Some famous sites in America, like Centralia, Pennsylvania and the Burning Mountain in New South Wales, Australia have drawn… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

If you’re a fan of large dog breeds, you might be wondering which ones could make for a viable and affordable pet. These big pups are known to create some… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

These cuddly, fluffy, adorable little critters in gray shades, known as chinchillas, make for amazing pets! But you’ll need to ensure you’re ready to bring one home, with all the… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

Known by many names, the Yangtze River of China is more than twice the depth of the Mississippi River at its deepest point. The Yangtze is also significantly longer than… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

If you’re considering bringing home some chickens for a backyard flock, knowing about the eggs is a good idea. In this case, the Wyandotte chicken eggs are of particular interest,… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

Key Points Known to many as the Lawrence Dam or the Lawrence Great Dam, the Great Stone Dam creates the oldest man-made lake in Massachusetts. The dam was built between… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

For anyone living in the South, and probably many other sections of the country, plantation equals Black history and the story of slavery in America. This can make the visits… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago

When you’re getting ready to bring home a new pet, you should check out a few things. For one, you’ll need to know the cost of the animal itself. You’ll… Read More

By Sandy Porter 7 months ago