Thomas Godwin
Author for A-Z Animals

To raise a family in Alaska, or anywhere else for that matter, is a full time job, with no holidays or sick leave. It's not easy, which is what makes… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 4 months ago

There are a surprising number of exotic pets and animals out there. Usually, owning one requires some extensive paperwork, jumping through some legal hoops, or preparing yourself for a much… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 4 months ago

The number of countries that went to the moon is surprisingly few. Of course, there is a difference between going to the moon and landing on the moon. This list… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 4 months ago

You don't have to travel very far to encounter a bear in California. Roughly 15% of the state is complete wilderness, with agricultural and rural areas filling the rest. Out… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

For those who don't live anywhere near the Grand Canyon State, the idea you might encounter bears in Arizona probably never occurs. The outsider's idea of an arid, painted desert… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

The best places to see the Milky Way or the night sky, period, lack artificial light. Telescopes have come a long way since the days of Galileo, but they still… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

Conversations surrounding rare piebald catfish usually focus on the blue catfish. This is probably due to two piebald blue catfish caught by the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Fish… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

Regarding how rare a piebald moose is, we're talking near mythological status. Piebald moose sightings are exquisitely rare, and those who spot them tend to confuse them with albino moose,… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

Deer hunting in Tennessee is on a long-term upswing, with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency projecting a population growth between 1% and 2% per year. That may not sound like… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

Regardless of the types of Christmas trees out there, how about the sudden surge in consumer preference for real trees this year, period? Fake Christmas trees aren't going anywhere, but… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

Several dynamics are going on with the largest city in New Jersey. That it's an integral part of New York City creates an exciting and irritating combination of parsing through… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

In Delaware, deer hunting is in its prime, with an overabundance of whitetails throughout the First State. 2020 shotgun season alone brought in 7,068 whitetails, according to the Delaware Division… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

Owning Indian runner ducks is an entertaining enterprise, and they are one of the best backyard poultry breeds for egg production in the world. Indian runners have a unique and… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

Backyard chicken raising is growing in popularity, so, understandably, new chicken owners want to know the leghorn chicken lifespan. This is especially true with leghorns being one of the most… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

Yes, lions can swim, despite our automatic mental association with lions in the fringes of the Sahara, out on the plains of Africa, and even the Indian lions of the… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

Finding remote spots in Mississippi isn't as hard as it sounds. The state is 79.3% rural, which equals 65 out of the 82 counties in the state. Getting away from… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 5 months ago

As the largest city in Quebec, Montreal isn't taking on any challenges to its population size anytime soon. Quebec itself is the largest province in all of Canada, with the… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

The lifespan of a Sheepadoodle, or any dog, for that matter, is of paramount importance. The choice of a dog companion always comes with a caveat and this one, unfortunately,… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

Breaking down the male vs. female bull terrier comparison starts with what they have in common. For instance, the core bull terrier personality is there for both. Bull terriers are… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

There's nothing new about coyotes in Virginia. You will find this highly social (amongst themselves) animal in every state except Hawaii. The last is just a matter of time since… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

If you are an observant person, there are usually a ton of signs you have a mouse in your house. Of course, no one wants to see those signs, because… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

As crafty as rats are, coming up with an effective homemade rat trap is a tall order. Whether you purchase a trap from the store or come up with your… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

How long spiders live without food varies from species to species. There is a wide variety of spiders out there, including a fairly large disparity in size. For the most… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

The states that produce the most wheat are participating in one of the oldest agricultural crop operations in the world. Wheat has been a mainstay across the world and a… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

What do gopher snakes eat? It's a more intricate question than the name implies. The assumption is that an observer of a snake eating a gopher gave the snake its… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

As the 8th largest farming state in the country, Indiana's most valuable crops are incredibly impactful. There are nearly 57,000 farming operations throughout the state, and Indiana is frequently at… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

If you own a bird feeder or spread feed for some backyard chickens, the odds are good you are familiar with all the sounds squirrels make. They get quite noisy… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

Regardless of the comparison between the male vs. female Labrador, these retrievers are the quintessential family dogs, with enough working dog traits to keep them energetic, happy, and overall fun… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

If you want to understand the range of moose in North America, you have to head north. That is, assuming you live in southern states or south of Montana. As… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

Sodium bicarbonate has so many uses that the idea of using baking soda to kill roaches is only natural. As a staple in households since the mid-19th century, the uses… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

Speaking of the most common moths in Ohio, the Buckeye State faces an ongoing battle with gypsy moths. So much so that the gypsy moth's population numbers are closely evaluated… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

Whether it's snakes in the Sahara Desert or snakes in your backyard, they are one of the most intimidating creatures on the planet. This is despite their small size (in… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

Worried about spiders in Fort Worth, Texas? Well, there are 10 that make the list here, with other non-native species probably in the mix as well. If you're an arachnophobe,… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

Siberian huskies and the term, “troublesome dogs,” are usually unrelatable terms in most people's minds. Part of that is the fact that pit bulls dominate the headlines whenever dog attacks… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

While we're writing about the differences between red and yellow cedar trees, let's start with their commonalities. Both red and yellow cedar have a history stretching back to the Indigenous… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

Unless you’re there for the scientific purpose of observing the differences between male and female grizzlies, you probably won’t stick around to note the specific characteristics. Who could blame you?… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 6 months ago

Where turkeys go when it rains depends on the timing of the rainfall, how long it lasts, how hard it's raining, and what the turkey hopes to get out of… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

Quick Answer So far, there are no reports of alligators in Tennessee's Douglas Lake, other than rumor. Keep reading below to find out more. Whether there are alligators in Tennessee's… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

The chicken breed that lays the most eggs is popular indeed. This is especially true over the last five years ago, as backyard chicken farms are becoming the new norm.… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

Alligators in parts of Illinois stretch credulity when you stop and think about it. Illinois gets quite cold in the winter, and it lacks the type of ecosphere you expect… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

How strong chimpanzees are in comparison to humans is a somewhat fair comparison. A full-grown chimpanzee is incredibly powerful and far more aggressive than most apes. As studies suggest, chimpanzees… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

The male ring-necked pheasant is a beautiful bird, with unique patterning, and wildly contrasting coloration. Most notable, of course, is the bright white ring surrounding its neck, just below a… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

Bearded dragon mouth rot is one of a handful of diseases particular to lizards and common in bearded dragons. Fortunately, these little black-bearded lizards (their lower jaw turns black when… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

The Sunshine State is unique when it comes to things Floridians plant in October. Florida is well-known for its mild winters and tropical climate, its proximity to the equator, and… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

There are alligators in Lake Seminole, FL, because, well, it's Florida. Unless there are active prevention policies in place, to keep alligators out, there's a good chance that a body… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

Natural springs in Alabama may not be as numerous as those of its Florida neighbors to the south, but there are still over 600 springs in the state. Alabama is… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago

If you notice your bearded dragon closing its eyes, you might assume it's just a bit sleepy. After all, bathing in a heat lamp and gobbling down pinkies and kale… Read More

By Thomas Godwin 7 months ago