Coyotes didn't always live on the East Coast of the United States. For the past 10,000 years, their range stretched from California to the Mississippi River. But around the beginning of the 20th …
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There are over 50 species of lizards living in Florida. Of those 50, only 15 are endemic to Florida. The rest are invasive, most likely introduced through the booming exotic pet trade. And if …
Vultures aren't the prettiest birds out there. They lack the beauty of songbirds, eagles' power, and larks' grace. Despite this, vultures are one of the most common birds in the world. They …
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Owls are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Their unique bodies make them master hunters. Plus, their sleek feathers make them some of the most beautiful birds in the sky. Many …
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I watch wild mallard ducks take flight every day where I live. They always seem far more at home in the water! Other ducks, such as a pair of mandarin ducks, are seasonal visitors. Which leads us …
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Oklahoma has diverse ecoregions that make it the perfect place to house all 47 of its snake species. From prairies, woodlands, forests, and cypress swamps, Oklahoma is filled with ideal habitats for a …
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Swimming beneath the waves of every ocean is a class of predators that have haunted the nightmares of frequent beachgoers— sharks. Sharks come in various shapes and sizes, from the tiny Lantern …
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When you think of animals that lay eggs, birds immediately come to mind. But it’s easy to forget there are a whole host of oviparous (egg-laying) animals across a vast range of species: from reptiles …
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Pandas have a reputation for being gentle giants. But have you ever wondered, are pandas dangerous? While they are one of the least dangerous bears, they can still cause harm to humans and other …
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Did you know there are over 450 bird species recorded in California? That’s a lot of feathers! Even more impressive, there are up to a billion birds that pass through the state every year during the …
The bald uakari (Cacajao calvus) is a unique looking primate with a bright red face that lives in the Amazon rainforest. These primates are also known as bald-headed uakaris. Concerns over the …
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As kids, we come up with some very unrealistic scenarios and bravely imagine how we would deal with them. One that I, and many others, dreamt up was a massive shark hiding in the deep end of the …
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Most free-floating jellyfish have an average lifespan of one to three years. Others may only live for a few months, while some can theoretically live forever. Juvenile polyps live on the seafloor …
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Foxes– you know them, you love them. They have the broadest range of land mammals and live on every continent except Antarctica. But what exactly are they? Are foxes canines? Slender and …
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What Do Fireflies Eat? All About Their Diet and Eating Habits Fireflies are carnivorous when in their larval stage. They inject their snail, worm, or slug prey with a paralyzing chemical. The adult …
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The golden langur is one of the most critically endangered monkeys in the world. These canopy creatures have a limited distribution in India and Bhutan. The elusive lifestyle of golden …
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Bees are one of the most important pollinators that help flowering plants reproduce. Most flowers and bees have a mutually beneficial relationship. The relationship is based upon a bee’s need to feed …
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Sharks are long-living formidable predators that rule the ocean. But have you ever wondered, how long do sharks live? Well, that all depends on their species. Most shark species live for …
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When people see flamingos in zoos, they often wonder why the animals don’t fly away. Their lack of flight in zoos makes people wonder if flamingos can even fly. Some people think they are flightless …
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Bats have always been fascinating animals. There are many myths and amazing legends about these creatures of the night. You probably know about Count Dracula, who transforms into a bat to travel at …
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Finches are birds so small that you can easily miss them, but you can definitely hear them. These passerines are popular songbirds with their majestic warbles. But did you know that some …
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Did you know that there are more than 3,400 snake species found around the world? About 150 of these species are found in North America. Georgia is one of the top states for most snake species. …
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More than 150,000 moths and butterflies flutter around several parts of the world. But what’s the difference between a moth vs. butterfly? These insects have many similarities as they share the …
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Monkeys are one of the most intelligent mammals alive today. Some use tools to ease their lives. Others have particular body adaptations like prehensile tails or long fingers to scavenge for food. But …
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