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How to Identify Copperheads in New York The northern copperhead is easily identified by its copper-red diamond-shaped head and a light body covered with crossbands. The body is patterned with a striking green or reddish-brown pattern that looks like dark hourglass blotches. These crossbands on its body are wider along the sides of the snake than along the back. Copperheads are thick, medium-sized snakes, with adult individuals growing up to 2 to 3 feet in length....

Coral snakes are also known for their incredibly toxic venom. Their lethal neurotoxic venom is so infamous that it has a whole rhyme dedicated to it. Many say that the rhyme was created by boy scouts to help them identify the highly venomous reptiles. This article takes a look at the coral snake rhyme, its toxic venom, and several snakes that look like it. Coral Snake Rhyme Red touch black; safe for Jack, Red touches yellow; kills a fellow....

1. Eastern Fence Lizard (Sceloporus undulatus) These little rough-scaled lizards are extremely common throughout Appalachia and the southeast, especially in states like Georgia, Tennessee, and the Carolinas. The species has many common names, including the prairie lizard and the pine lizard. It is quite tolerant of cooler weather and usually lives in temperate forests and pine barrens. The typical eastern fence lizard is roughly 4 to 7 inches long from snout to tail tip....

Nowadays, Georgia hosts numerous animal species: 160 species of birds, 79 species of reptiles, 63 species of amphibians, approximately 265 fish species, and many species of snails and insects. Unfortunately, many of them are now considered endangered or threatened. Some species are considered but haven’t been officially declared so yet, and two have already been declared extinct. 1. Carolina parakeet The Carolina parakeet was a neotropical parrot. It had a bright yellow head, an orange face, and a green body....

These nine national parks preserve all that the islands of Hawaii have to offer and offer plenty of ways for guests to enjoy them. 1. Pearl Harbor National Memorial One of the most significant moments in United States history is showcased at the Pearl Harbor National Park in Honolulu, Hawaii. The USS Arizona Memorial was established in the park to honor the more than one thousand sailors and marines who were killed during the attack....

Texas is home to 105 species of snake.The four venomous snake species in the state include coral snakes, copperheads, cottonmouths, and rattlesnakes.Texas indigo snakes, Texas rat snakes, and Texas kingsnakes are considered the largest snakes to live in Texas. There are lots of snakes across the state of Texas, some of them large and some of them small! While many people may think that big equals dangerous, this isn’t always the case....

Large caimans are not uncommon, and some species come close to being the largest member of the Alligatoridae family. Let’s learn about the largest caiman species and how they size up compared with other giant reptiles. The Largest Caiman in the World Today Black Caimans are the largest caiman species on Earth today. Sizes of this species vary, but most black caimans range from 7.3 to 14.1 feet (2.2 to 4....

Arizona is home to the highest number of rattlesnakes in the United States, with over 15 different types. The state’s official reptile is the Arizona ridge-nosed rattlesnake found in the “sky island” where Arizona meets Mexico. In this article, we’ll discover the largest rattlesnake in Arizona. Rattlesnakes in Arizona The majority of rattlesnakes in the United States are in Arizona. These snakes seek to avoid people as much as possible, yet they are dispersed over a wide area....

Florida has the worst invasive reptile and amphibian species problem in the world. In 2011, research scientists showed that Florida is home to 140 non-native reptiles and amphibians. This is the direct result of snake owners releasing their pets into the wild or snakes escaping. It is estimated that pet trade is responsible for 85% of invasive species in the state. This article takes a look at the largest snake species in Florida, invasive species, and what one has to do with the other....

But just how big can snapping turtles get? We’ll discover the largest snapping turtle ever recorded and see how they compare against other turtles! The Background on Snapping Turtles Snapping turtles are large freshwater turtles that are unable to withdraw their head and legs fully into their shells, and so have extremely powerful jaws that they use to defend themselves with by snapping, hence their name. However, despite their somewhat fearsome name, they’re not particularly dangerous to humans and prefer to retreat unless they feel threatened....

The Mississippi River is home to at least 120 different species of fish. It would shock you to know how large some of these freshwater fish get! Through the upper and lower Mississippi River, you can easily find Smallmouth, Largemouth, and White Bass. The easiest bass to catch are White Bass. While the average size is 8 inches and 3.4 pounds, this is not even close to the largest White Bass ever caught!...

Colorado is home to four species of venomous snakes, and all of them are rattlesnakes. Though some species of rattlesnakes may not have a bite that can kill an adult human, any bite from a venomous snake can cause serious health issues. But can any of Colorado’s rattlesnakes level a deadly dose of venom that can kill? We will start with the smallest species and work our way up to the state’s largest and most dangerous snake!...

What is a gorilla? Gorillas are primates and are closely related to humans! In fact, gorillas, chimpanzees, and humans diverged from a common ancestor around 7 million years ago. The taxonomic order Primates includes many species of lemurs, lorises, tarsiers, monkeys, and apes that live around the world. Gorillas are apes along with chimpanzees, bonobos, orangutans, gibbons, and humans. For more on the differences between monkeys and apes click here! The genus Gorilla includes two species and four subspecies....

Washington’s Only Rattlesnake: The Northern Pacific Rattlesnake The northern Pacific rattlesnake lives mostly in eastern Washington. They have been observed somewhat in central Washington as well, though less frequently, near the Columbia River gorge and Ellensburg. Northern Pacific rattlesnakes emerge from their dens in April and May and return once again in the fall. These snakes are easy to identify by the rattle at the end of their tails, their triangular-shaped heads, and the two “pits” between their eyes and nostrils (they look like small holes)....

Key Differences between a Barred Owl and a Barn Owl The key differences between barred and barn owls are appearance, size, and behavior. The main way to tell them apart is to look for the distinct white, heart-shaped face of the barn owl. But this is far from the only way to tell which is which. Barn owls and barred owls have distinct physical characteristics that make each owl unique. Let’s explore the differences in detail below....

Types of Bears Bears are large, furred mammals belonging to the Ursidae family. There are 8 species of bears in the world, each with its own subspecies. Six of these species are endangered. North American Black Bear (Ursus americanus) The North American black bear is the most common type of bear in the world. This species branches out into 16 subspecies, including the California black bear and the cinnamon bear. True to its name, it lives only in North America....

Ready to find the pawfect name for your new puppy? Keep reading! How to Choose Your Puppy’s Name As we mentioned above, your puppy’s name is actually quite important. Not only is it their name, but it’s also your number one way of communicating with your puppy. After all, calling your puppy’s name and having them recall reliably can be the difference in a life or death situation. When choosing your puppy’s new name, make sure to pick something short and easy to say....

You may wonder if your dog can have a bite of fresh cranberries while you’re cooking. In small quantities, they sure can have cranberries! Fresh cranberries are the most recommended way to feed them to dogs. The sour flavor of cranberries isn’t going to be a favorite for all dogs. Some dogs simply don’t like the taste of cranberries, while others refuse to eat any fruits or vegetables at all....

Clams and mussels are both mollusks, and although they are obviously different in flavor, people don’t know much else off the top of their heads. How would you be able to tell between the two? Which one has better nutrition? How do you cook them? We’ll go through all of their unique features below. Comparing Clams vs Mussels 6 Key Differences Between Clams and Mussels Clams vs Mussels: Shell There are many types of clams and mussels, and they can be of different sizes....

Here, we’ll take a closer look at the entire cockroach life cycle; all the way from egg to old age. We’ll go over how female cockroaches create young cockroaches, and what these baby cockroaches look like. Then, we’ll take a look at how the adult life cycle progresses. Finally, we’ll explore the cockroach’s final life stage: death. The Beginning: Eggs Cockroaches have been around for about 350 million years; they’re one of the oldest species on the planet....