Category: Nature

When we think about small, furry animals with long ears, rabbits definitely come to mind. Rabbits are a favorite in the world of kids’ pets, and even adults enjoy them! However, some people call them...
We need to face it. We are not as connected to the great outdoors as past generations have been. While they were well versed in more natural things, we are of a more urban inclination...
Do you know people who use words in comparisons but do not really know what those words mean? Who refer to a drizzle as a typhoon or a splash as a tsunami? Do you have...
The terms deer tick and wood tick commonly describe various subgroups of ticks. These terms are often used interchangeably, particularly depending on the location. If these terms are often interchanged, how does one tell them...
Try posting an image of a pig-like animal on social media and asking what animal it is. Although it’s highly likely that you get different responses such as pig, hog, swine or even boar, they...
Genetically speaking, steelhead and rainbow trout both pertain to the same species. However, differences in their migration, feeding, and spawning patterns resulted in notable changes in their appearance and characteristics. This article provides the subtle...
It’s common for people to refer to both catnip and catmint as a single plant cats love to play with. While they are both beloved by cats, there are a few facts that can distinguish...
If you think that growing plants is merely about watering them and making sure they are healthy, think again. Many do not know that growing plants involves knowing the life cycle of each plant in...
Ladybugs are insects that can often be found on the leaves of plants and crops. They are well-known and easily identified by their bright colors. One type of ladybug is called the Asian beetle. It...
The two largest birds in the world are the emu and the ostrich. Both are flightless birds but they compensate by being fast runners. Emus and ostriches somewhat resemble each other as they are both...