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Comparing a Chipmunk and a Gopher The 5 Key Differences Between a Chipmunk and a Gopher The main differences between a chipmunk and a gopher include their appearance, mounds, diet, times of activity, and behavior. While it’s important to distinguish the two, chipmunks and gophers are prevalent yard pests for many homes. Both are garden pests that steal food and burrow holes in the ground. Their burrowing can undermine infrastructures like patios, stairs, and housing foundations....

Prairie Rattlesnake Prairie rattlesnakes are the only dangerous snakes in South Dakota, most commonly found in the western half of the state. These snakes prefer grassland areas, prairies, rocky outcroppings, spruce forests, and prairie dog towns. They primarily eat rodents but will also eat lizards and birds if available. As pit vipers, prairie rattlesnakes use the pit sensors on their faces to detect heat radiating from their prey. They are ambush predators, quietly lying in wait until their prey walks by and attacking with deadly speed....

Hawaiian Monk Seal Very few mammals are native to Hawaii, but one of the largest is the endangered Hawaiian monk seal, the only seal native to Hawaii. These seals have slender bodies and are grey with white bellies. Females are usually larger than males and can reach 8 feet long while weighing up to 600 pounds. Hawaiian monk seals spend approximately two-thirds of their lives at sea. They are endemic to Hawaii and live mainly around the northwest islands....

1. Rocky Mountain Bull Elk Male elk can weigh well over 700 pounds, making them one of the largest mammals in North America. Females tend to weigh less than their male counterparts, with an average weight of about 500 pounds. Antlers are unique to the male elk compared to other deer species, such as reindeer. This is the easiest way to tell the difference between males and females. The Boxley Valley is a spectacular place to visit if you are looking for a chance to view the elk safely....

According to The George Wright Forum, Americans have a strong affinity for national parks, with millions of visitors each year. While international visits don’t account for as much, there are current efforts to change that. 1. City of Rocks National Reserve The City of Rocks preserve in Alamo, Idaho, is one of the most popular outdoor attractions in the state. It’s named for the formation of the rocks, which appear like the tall spires of a city....

Well before the dinosaurs existed, there lived a terrifying prehistoric fish. The helicoprion was a prehistoric fish that lived around 270 million years ago. This terrifying creature was also the only creature with a 360-degree spiral of teeth. Also, the helicoprion was a puzzle to scientists for many years. But recent research has given more insight into the creature. This article will discuss all you need to know about the Helicoprion....

Even in the midst of so much violence and fear, however, there is a sense of hope as people and organizations from all over the world are bravely coming together to help not only other humans, but also the innocent animals trapped in Ukraine’s warzones. Let’s take a look at some of these heroic animal evacuations from zoos in Ukraine. The Heroes Evacuating Animals from Ukraine’s Zoos A recent video posted on Twitter illustrates one of these heroic animal evacuations in Ukraine: The video shows a man driving a van with three tapirs from the Feldman Ecopark Zoo to safety....

Background on Lyre Snakes Trimorphodon is a genus of rear-fanged, mildly venomous colubrid snakes. They are commonly known as “Lyre Snakes.” They get their name from the characteristic V-shaped pattern on their heads, thought to resemble the shape of a lyre. Trimorphodon is a mixture of three Greek words: ‘tri’ – three,’ morph’ – form, and ‘odon’ – teeth, which refers to the three distinct types of teeth that lyre snakes have: recurved front teeth, shorter middle teeth, and enormous grooved fangs at the back of the jaw....

Dangerous (and Poisonous) Spiders in Alabama In the United States, there are only 7-11 deaths per year caused by spider bites. It is extremely rare for a spider to cause the death of a human. However, a 5-year-old boy was reported in Alabama to have died from the bite of a brown recluse spider, back in 2014. The director of the Regional Poison Control Center Children’s of Alabama said that in the 32 years of her career she had not known of any deaths, before this one, from spider bites....

However, these two breeds also have many fundamental differences, some of which we will be exploring in this article. Keep reading to learn more about the differences between the beagle and the Basset Hound. Comparing the Beagle and the Basset Hound Several differences set the beagle apart from the Basset Hound. Let’s compare some of them. Beagle vs Basset Hound: 7 Key Differences Both the beagle and the Basset Hound are tricolor hunting breeds and are about the same size....

What Does Beaver Poop Look Like? Beaver poop has a round or cylindrical shape and it is usually about 1.5-2.5 inches long and ¾ to 1 inch in diameter. Their scat looks like a mix of sawdust and woodchips in a snowball shape. Also, beaver scat is usually hard and dry, although it can be broken apart with a stick. Their poop typically has a sawdust appearance that distinguishes it from other animals’ poop....

In the video you’re about to watch, you see how those instincts kick in—no matter what a mom is doing. The video is a surveillance video at the front entrance of a gorgeous home with a long, grey brick driveway that stretches upward and to the left of the view. It’s a great angle that captures the front of the home and up toward the entrance of the driveway—the home is surrounded by beautiful greenery, with shrubs, tall trees, and decorative plants throughout....

When is Cat Mating Season? Cat mating season is nearly year-round, with peak breeding occurring in early spring through summer. Indoor cats and those in warm climates are more likely to come into heat year-round. The mating season varies depending on the environment. It can be brought on by long hours of daylight, warm temperatures, and the presence of other cats. While the tomcat is always ready for mating, the queen will only be available during her reproductive cycles....

Let’s discover some of the most fascinating cold-blooded animals! 1. Rhinoceros Viper Rhinoceros vipers are among the most beautiful cold-blooded animals on Earth. These little-known snakes are closely related to Gaboon vipers, though they grow to only about four feet long and have much more slender bodies. Rhinoceros vipers are highly venomous but rarely bite humans. They have horn-like scales on the tips of their noses (hence their name) and intricately patterned bodies....

From the widespread green iguana to lesser-known species like the yellow-backed spiny-tailed iguana, you’ll be amazed at just how beautiful iguanas can be! Read on to learn more about the history of each species, where they live, what they look like, and more. 1. Green Iguana (Iguana iguana) We start our list off with the handsome yet tragically invasive green iguana. Although it’s taken over parts of Florida and Texas over the past few decades, this species is actually native to parts of Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean Islands....

While they’re members of the Bovinae family, just like our domesticated cattle, they are not gentle. They’re only distantly related and have never been domesticated, most likely due to their wildly unpredictable behavior. Ranchers consider them pests because they do not respect fences, and they tend to protect their own from any perceived threat using their large curved horns. They’re big, aggressive, and have a top speed of 35 miles per hour....

The copperhead is one of Iowa’s rarest snake species. Despite how widely spread the species is in North America, Iowa doesn’t have a large population of the copperhead and works to preserve its limited numbers. This article takes a look at copperheads in Iowa, where they live, and how often they bite. What Copperhead Species Are Found in Iowa? The eastern copperhead (Agkistrodon contortrix) is found in Iowa. It is one of the only 4 venomous snakes in the state....

The number one way to prepare to keep yourself safe is to learn how to recognize and avoid them. This copperhead in South Carolina guide will walk you through everything from identifying the copperhead among similar snakes, learning where they live, and learning how and when they bite. Ready to learn more? Keep reading! What Does a Copperhead Look Like? Copperheads are just one of many brown snakes found in both South Carolina and the United States as a whole....

As pet owners, we form an intense bond with our pets and they can become valued members of the family, whether they are a dog, cat, horse, hamster, fish, or tarantula, our pets are important to us, and their death can affect us in different ways. It is completely normal to experience a range of different emotions after our pet has passed, and this article will give you some tips to cope with the loss of your pet....

And it’s understandable that the different types of breeding dogs would also develop their own techniques to accommodate for their personal and situational circumstances. While many of the dogs that are traditionally referred to as herding dogs come from the United Kingdom, that has more to do with the fact that the idea of purebred dogs began there. By seeing how these different breeds operate and how different they are from each other, we can better understand the world that shaped them....