Allison Marie Dinglasan
When it comes to raising farm animals, most people think about raising chickens, cows, and horses, but what about raising non-traditional farm animals like bison? Keeping bison is doable for anyone who has raised farm animals before. However, bison are a bit trickier than raising other cattle since bison need more space, a lot of …
Illinois has gorgeous topography that features shallow river valleys along with slopping hills. This state got the nickname “The Prairie State” since the word prairie makes people think of slightly rolling or flat farmlands. This kind of topography is also known to be home to a vast amount of wildlife. Illinois is full of all …
Some of the more commonly known species of hare are the jackrabbit and snowshoe hare. While they are both unique creatures, people often confuse these two hares with each other. Snowshoe hares and jackrabbits are both hares, but the snowshoe hare is found in cold climates whilst the jackrabbit is often seen in warmer habitats, …
Bobcats and wolverines are among the many mammals that live in the North American wild. While they are both predators, these animals have many features that make them unique. Bobcats and wolverines are both predators, but the wolverine is also a scavenger that will eat carcasses. A wolverine is slightly larger and stronger than a …
Amongst the few predators in the mountains, the mountain lion is one of the most recognizable ones. However, not many people see mountain lions as often as they used to, which leads many to wonder if mountain lions are becoming endangered? The North American cougar is not going extinct despite losing most of its habitat, …
A large member of the deer family, elk are known for being large mammals that roam various parts of the United States. These elk exist in great numbers in many states like Colorado, Oregon, Wyoming, and more. However, some people may call elk pests, but aren’t pests a term only for insects? How can elk …
Mountain lions and wolves are both major predators in their respective ecosystems. While they both earn respect as being animals on top of the food chain, have you ever wondered how the two animals compare? Mountain lions are generally larger and stronger than wolves, but wolves are faster and have more endurance. The mountain lion …
While Connecticut is known for its rich culture, it is also home to amazing landscapes that feature a variety of forests, mountains, and various bodies of water that is home to a vast amount of wildlife. Most of Connecticut’s land is made up of forests, making it home to plenty of animals like moles, red …
When you think about common land predators in North America, the first ones that often come to mind are mountain lions and coyotes. These predators are both strong and fierce carnivores that can dominate their given territory. However, you may wonder how these two animals compare to each other. Mountain lions are much larger in …
Elk are often seen as docile creatures, especially since their relatives like the deer seem like calm animals. They often seem to remain within the same areas, which makes people wonder if elk are territorial. Elk are territorial animals that will gladly fight anyone that tries to challenge them. Elk also have multiple ways of …
Louisiana’s terrain features five natural regions that are all mostly flat lowlands. The state is 50% forestry with lots of bodies of water, such as the Mississippi River. As such, this state is full of unique wildlife. Louisiana is home to many species of animals, most of which thrive in lowlands, swamps, and forests. Some …
Pocket gophers are burrowing rodents that play an important role in our ecosystem. By burrowing through the ground, they help aerate the soil and increase soil fertility. However, some people may think gophers are pests because they mess up their gardens and farms. Gophers are not truly pests because they are beneficial to the soil. …
The two hares that are best known for coping with cold winters, the arctic hare and snowshoe hare are both cute and resilient creatures. However, these two hares often get mistaken for each other. Snowshoe hares and arctic hares are both hares that live in the northern parts of the US and Canada. However, the …
Boasting around 23 million acres of forest (roughly 69% of the state), Alabama has become a long-time home to many beloved animal residents. Currently, there are around 4,500 documented animal species in Alabama, but have you ever wondered which ones are the most common? Alabama is best known for its forest wildlife, and there are …
Like many people, you have likely admired the beauty and serenity of elk in nature. If you want to see this animal up close, you may be hoping to lure one into your property to be closer to elk. Elk are easy to attract to your property if your property feels safe and has lots …
Colorado is well noted for its variety of landscapes, which include desert lands, rivers, plateaus, canyons, mesas, high plains, forests, and mountains! As such, you can expect each of these places to be full of animals. Colorado is home to a variety of animals like bison, bighorn sheep, mountain lions, foxes, golden eagles, and much …
Opossums are furry little marsupials found throughout the United States, but they may not be found in every state! Opossums can be found in many states in the United States, especially in the eastern areas of the country. However, opossums have also made their way to other states, such as California. As for countries, opossums …
Alaska is known for having wide-open spaces, snow, and ice, but the state is also home to a vast amount of wildlife! As many of us know, Alaska has some impressive marine life thanks to its amazing coastlines, glaciers, etc., where animals like polar bears and seals live. However, there is more to this state …
Elk, also called wapiti, are one of the larger species of deer and the biggest terrestrial mammals in North America. When we think of elks, we often picture them in green pastures, so you may wonder how elk fare in the winter. Elks do well in the winter thanks to their thick insulated coats that …
Normally, the North American porcupine is spotted throughout various states and countries as a wild animal. While they are not related to hedgehogs, porcupines look like bigger hedgehogs that could be household pets! The North American Porcupine is legal to own in most states in the USA, except a few like California or Georgia. If …
While Georgia has a lot of city and suburban areas for its citizens, the state is also known for being teeming with a vast amount of wildlife! Georgia is home to two national forests that take up over 800,000 acres of space, making it the perfect place for animals to thrive. However, you may be wondering …
Mustelids are a unique type of mammal that can live in various environments, but one member of the mustelid family stands out – the sea otter. While most of its cousins are land-based animals, sea otters are fully aquatic. Since sea otters have a different habitat from their other otter relatives, it can lead you …
Raccoons and skunks are both small to medium-sized mammals that love to hunt. While they share a few similarities, it can be confusing to tell the differences between the two. Despite their shared traits, raccoons and skunks have a lot of distinctive features that make them stand out from one another. Join Floofmania in taking …
While hedgehogs are well-loved pets in many households, they are also native to various parts of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Since hedgehogs are naturally wild animals, you likely wonder what kind of habitat hedgehogs live in. While the habitat that hedgehogs live in will depend on the species, hedgehogs can live in nearly every environment, …
Gophers are burrowing rodents known for tunneling through the ground. They’re found throughout North America in the wild and, probably, in your gardens. While you likely know that gophers love to dig underground, you may also want to know what gophers eat. Since they spend most of their time underground, gophers mostly eat the thick, …
Amongst the 12 porcupine species, the North American porcupine is the most common in the New World porcupine family. This had led people to wonder about what they eat. North American porcupines eat vegetation, such as vegetables, roots, bark, grass, fruits, and more. While some have been spotted gnawing on animal bones, they are mostly …
Many of us know hedgehogs to be cute household pets, but hedgehogs are wild animals native to various parts of Africa, Europe, and Asia. Naturally, many of us will wonder about their behavior in the wild, especially if hedgehogs are territorial. Hedgehogs are not territorial animals by nature and would rather avoid conflict. Plus, hedgehogs …
While porcupines are most well-known for their defensive quills, they’re still rodents, and like all rodents, they are great at gnawing. This naturally leads many to wonder about a porcupine’s teeth and jaw and what a porcupine uses its teeth for. Porcupines use their teeth to eat tough materials like wooden stems and bark since …