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An Atlantic salmon leaps upstream to reach its spawning grounds Animals

Atlantic Salmon

The Atlantic salmon is a ray-finned fish species and the third largest fish in the family Salmonidae, after the Pacific…

Apr 25, 2022
Most Expensive Fish: Neptune Grouper Animals

Neptune Grouper

Catching one alive requires a submarine, careful decompression at every depth interval, and a lot of luck, which is part…

Apr 25, 2022
Appalachian National Scenic Trail Blog

Discover the 6 Best National Parks in Maine 

Maine is a northeasternmost U.S. state famous for its cold seas and abundant fishery, particularly the Maine lobster. It is…

Apr 25, 2022
Natchez National Historical Park Blog

Discover the 7 Best National and State Parks in Mississippi

Mississippi State is located in the southeastern United States. The capital and largest city of the state is Jackson. The…

Apr 25, 2022
Holland Lop rabbit Reviews

The Best Predator-Proof Rabbit Hutches

Keeping a pet rabbit is a fun way to add an interesting pet to your home. Whether your rabbit lives…

Apr 25, 2022
waterless dog shampoo Reviews

The Best Waterless Dog Shampoos

Keeping your dog clean is an important part of being a responsible dog owner. But not all dogs like getting…

Apr 25, 2022
A Japanese Rat Snake in a pipe. Outside of Okinawa it’s known as the biggest Japanese snake. Animals

Japanese rat snake

“The albino Japanese rat snake is a symbol of good luck” The Japanese rat snake is sometimes called the blue…

Apr 25, 2022
green anaconda closeup Animals

Green Anaconda

The green anaconda is the heaviest snake globally and the species most people refer to when they say “anaconda.” It’s…

Apr 25, 2022

Bladefin Basslet

The little bladefin basslet may remind you of a round-tail guppy, and they do have many things in common. Unlike…

Apr 25, 2022
largest eastern diamondback rattlesnake Blog

Discover the Largest Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake Ever Recorded!

The Eastern diamondback rattlesnake is a deadly pit viper belonging to the family Viperidae. Compared to other large rattlesnakes, this…

Apr 25, 2022
Sailfin sculpin fish close up. Sculpins are able to breathe through their skins using a method called cutaneous respiration. Animals

Sculpin

The sculpin fish belongs to the Cottidae family, which consists of 110 species. Some live in freshwater while others live…

Apr 25, 2022
Spinose Ear Tick (Otobius megnini) Blog

Do Ticks Jump Or Fly? Do Ticks Have Wings?

Ticks seem to come out of nowhere! Apart from being an annoying end to a lovely day outside, some tick…

Apr 25, 2022
Reelfoot Lake Blog

How a Massive Earthquake Split Tennessee’s Largest Lake from the Mississippi River

Imagine an earthquake so powerful it makes the Mississippi flow backward. Across a period of three months stretching from December…

Apr 25, 2022
Brown recluse spider. Violin spider. Spider Facts

The Most Dangerous Spiders in Tennessee and How to Identify Them

There are over 40 spider species in Tennessee, but most are harmless and rarely bite humans. However, there are a…

Apr 25, 2022
Platinum Arowana Animals

Platinum Arowana

Whatever type of arowana it is, this fish is prized for its extreme rarity and its breathtaking beauty. For some…

Apr 25, 2022
Mandarin Rat Snake or Mandarin Ratsnake Animals

Mandarin Rat Snake

“This docile snake is a popular and long-lived pet – though challenging to care for – with a lifespan of…

Apr 25, 2022
dog ready to eat Reviews

The Best Hill’s Science Diet Dog Food: Reviewed and Ranked

Hill’s Science Diet has been at the forefront of discovering the best nutrition for dogs based on biology, research, gene…

Apr 25, 2022
Timber Rattlesnake, Crotalus horridus, Pennsylvania, United States Rattlesnake Facts

Discover the Largest Timber Rattlesnake Ever Recorded

In North America, there are 15 species of rattlesnake, all venomous vipers. One of the largest pit vipers in the…

Apr 24, 2022
Megalodon vs. Mosasaurus - Megalodon Blog

Megalodon vs Sperm Whale: Who Would Win in a Fight?

Although humans tend to think of the great white shark as the scariest thing in the ocean, it’s tiny compared…

Apr 24, 2022
A closeup of a Mediterranean cat snake shows its large, cat-like eye Animals

Cat Snake

The cat snake is a capable nocturnal hunter with cat-like eyes that help them see well in the dark. The…

Apr 24, 2022
Batfish Animals

Batfish

The batfish family is perhaps among the most unusual-looking fish in the world. With their round or arrow-shaped heads and…

Apr 24, 2022
Rainbow Shark Animals

Rainbow Shark

The rainbow shark is not really a shark at all, but rather a small bony fish. They go by many…

Apr 24, 2022
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Barracuda vs Shark: Who Would Win in a Fight?

The oceans are filled with all sorts of interesting fish. Among these marine animals are the barracudas. They’re widely feared…

Apr 24, 2022
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Keeshond vs Samoyed: 5 Key Differences

When it comes to comparing some of the fluffiest possible dog breeds, what are the differences between a keeshond vs…

Apr 24, 2022
Gyalopion canum western hook-nosed snake Blog

Discover the Snake that Farts So Hard it Goes Flying!

On the 4th of December 1999, Bruce Young, an experimental morphologist at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania published an article…

Apr 24, 2022
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Keeshond vs Pomeranian: 5 Key Differences

When it comes to comparing the keeshond vs pomeranian, what are the main differences that separate these dog breeds, and…

Apr 24, 2022
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Are Snake Plants Really Toxic to Cats?

Snake plants are a very popular type of houseplant because they’re resilient and easy to care for. But have you…

Apr 24, 2022
King rat snake or king ratsnake Animals

King Rat Snake

When threatened or frightened, the king rat snake has the ability to produce a foul-smelling substance out of self-defense. The…

Apr 24, 2022
the alligator gar, a big fish. Fish Facts

The Weirdest Fish in the Mississippi River

The Mississippi River hides more than bass and catfish beneath its surface. Some of its 260-plus species look like they…

Apr 24, 2022
devil catfish in the pond Animals

Goonch Catfish

The goonch catfish, or giant devil catfish, is one of the most fierce freshwater fish. This fish has no natural…

Apr 24, 2022
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Why Your Dog Is Hiccuping, And What To Do About It

Have you heard your dog hiccupping and felt a bit worried that they may have something wrong with them? We…

Apr 24, 2022
Snook swimming in Florida waters Animals

Snook Fish

Florida protects this fish so fiercely it cannot be sold commercially, yet anglers chase it by the millions every year.…

Apr 24, 2022
crocodile Blog

Discover How a “Monster Crocodile” Ate 83 People (And Why Villagers Let Him Live)

The tale of Osama the Monster crocodile is so gruesome, that it’s almost hard to believe. But what is even…

Apr 24, 2022
Alaskan Pollock Animals

Alaskan Pollock

The Alaskan Pollock lives in the North Pacific and the Arctic Ocean and is the national fish of Korea, where…

Apr 24, 2022
whiting Animals

Whiting

Whiting fish is a term that refers to several ray-finned fishes, all of which are in the class Actinopterygii. However,…

Apr 24, 2022
why do dogs hump Blog

Dog Humping Explained: All The Reasons

My friend’s dog used to hump everything and anything. Her favorite thing to hump was her dog bed. She would…

Apr 24, 2022
why do dogs tilt their heads Blog

Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads? The Behavior Explained

It’s one of the most adorable poses your pooch can adopt – the head tilt makes every dog lover’s heart…

Apr 24, 2022
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The Top Cat Treats for Your Pet

Cats purr and cuddle in your lap, and they are incredibly loyal to the people they consider family. But there…

Apr 24, 2022
Golden Dragon swimming in the aquarium. Animals

Asian Arowana

The name dragonfish comes from its unique appearance, including the massive scales, bright lustrous colors, and the graceful movements through…

Apr 24, 2022
The goliath tigerfish (Hydrocynus goliath) is a very large African predatory freshwater fish of the family Alestidae. It is found in the Congo River Basin and Lake Tanganyika. Animals

Goliath Tigerfish

African tribespeople call it a demon fish, and one look at its teeth explains why. This freshwater giant from the…

Apr 24, 2022
Head shot of a blue-eyed pleco on the bottom of an aquarium Animals

Blue Eyed Pleco

The large size makes it quite a sight to see in any home aquarium, where it has been consistently included…

Apr 24, 2022
Paddle-wheeler on the Mississippi river in Memphis, Tennessee Blog

Discover How Congress Almost Filled the Mississippi River with Hippos (Yes, Hippos!)

: Picture this: It’s a beautiful Saturday morning and you sit down to enjoy a large, steaming stack of pancakes,…

Apr 24, 2022
Curled up pygmy rattlesnake Blog

Discover the 3 Types of Rattlesnakes in Arkansas

: Arkansas is home to at least 40 different species of snakes. Most snakes are found in wooded areas throughout…

Apr 23, 2022
coastal taipan bite Blog

Coastal Taipan Bite: Why it has Enough Venom to Kill 56 Humans & How to Treat It

Have you heard of the coastal taipan bite and just how potent it is? This snake has enough venom in…

Apr 23, 2022
Strongest Dog Breed Bite - Dogo Argentino Blog

Dogo Argentino vs Puma: The Background on their Altercations

On April 2nd, 2020 a video was shared by Animal Planet that showed a Dogo Argentino defending two young girls…

Apr 23, 2022
Monitor lizard vs cobra Blog

Forest Cobra Bite: Why it has Enough Venom to Kill 65 Humans & How to Treat It

You know about cobras and their distinct potency, but how much do you know about the forest cobra bite? This…

Apr 23, 2022
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Yellow Anaconda

Yellow anacondas are generalist carnivores and will eat anything they can overpower with their massive size and strength. These are…

Apr 23, 2022
parakeet toys Reviews

The Best Parakeet Toys

Having a pet parakeet can be a lot of fun, especially when you get to see their silly antics as…

Apr 23, 2022
Catit Litter box Reviews

The Best Cat Litter Boxes for Odor Control

Keeping your cat’s litter box clean and odor-free is essential for your cat’s health. It is also great for your…

Apr 23, 2022
A dog cuddles up in a washable dog bed. Reviews

The Best Washable Dog Beds

It’s no secret that dogs can make a big mess. From shedding to mud and grime, it’s best to get…

Apr 23, 2022
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