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1. Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake lives all throughout Florida, as well as in some areas of the Florida Keys. This snake is often found in a variety of Florida’s dry habitat regions, such as sand pine scrub areas, pine flatwoods, and even on golf courses. The eastern diamondback rattlesnake is the largest venomous snake in Florida, growing 33-72 inches in length with a very large, heavy body and rough keeled scales....

What Are the 7 Largest Animals in Virginia? We’re not just going to count down the largest animals in Virginia that live on land. After all, there’s a wealth of big creatures waiting to be discovered. That’s why our list of the largest creatures will include mammals, fish, and more! Without further ado, let’s get started looking at and counting down these cool and sizeable animals. 1. Blue Catfish The blue catfish is one of the largest animals in Virginia’s waters....

Salmon species are also revered by some Northwest Native American tribes, as a large part of their diet, history, and culture. Like most animals that are hunted for food, over-harvesting has led to declines, despite commercial hatcheries working hard to stabilize the numbers locally. Salmon are also well known for their migrations. The newly hatched salmon must swim downstream (in some cases all the way to the ocean) until they reach maturity....

Largest Massasauga Snake Ever Recorded The largest massasauga snake ever recorded was a western massasauga that measured just under 35 inches, officially sized at 34.75 inches in length. Massasauga snakes are one of the smaller species of rattlesnakes, typically growing anywhere from 24 to 30 inches in length when they reach adulthood. More About Massasauga Snakes Subspecies and Locations Eastern Massasauga: The main subspecies that was identified as its own species in 2011 is the eastern massasauga....

In the United States, there are over 100 species of lizard, with over 40 of those found in Texas. Visitors to this state have the unique chance to see approximately half of the lizard species found in the US in one place! However, only one species of green lizard can be seen here. This article will uncover the one green lizard species in Texas and other fascinating facts. Green Anole (Anolis carolinensis) The green anole is the only true green lizard you’ll find in Texas....

Before assuming that a guinea pig is trying to bite, it is important to understand how they explore the world. Much like babies, guinea pigs use their mouths to explore their surroundings. If you are nervous, you may assume the guinea pig is preparing to bite, but this mouthing behavior is normal and harmless. Do Guinea Pigs Bite? Yes, guinea pigs can bite. They don’t bite often and they don’t bite without a reason, but it is important to know that these fluffy creatures can bite....

Coyote Mating Season Breeding season for coyotes lasts 4-6 weeks and peaks in late February to early March. Researchers describe the seasons as follows: mating, pup raising, and dispersal. A young coyote leaves the group to find its own territory. Breeding season for coyotes varies by about a month based on the coyotes’ location. The breeding season has no “peak,” say scientists. It varies year to year depending on weather, prey quantity, etc....

Some national parks may also experience extremely high temperatures in June. It’s hard for most people to deal with this kind of weather, except for those who are naturally more tolerant of 100-degree and above temperatures. This article outlines the most amazing national parks to visit in June. We have deliberately left off some national parks with extremely high temperatures, considering those who prefer less scorching environments. These parks offer great weather, which allows you to have fun and enjoy yourself while avoiding the crowds experienced during summer....

If you’re planning on going on a hike anywhere in North America anytime soon, then you might want to know a little bit about rattlesnakes, particularly about baby rattlesnakes. Here, we’ll learn more about a rattlesnake’s life, how long it lives, how many babies are born at once, and of course, whether or not baby rattlesnakes have rattles. Then, we’ll learn how to avoid baby rattlesnakes and what to do if you find one....