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Read on to learn all about their favorite grasses and plants. What Is a Gopher? Gophers are small rodents who are members of the Geomyidae family. They are related to the kangaroo rat and pocket mouse. Although they are sometimes confused with groundhogs and prairie dogs, there are key differences between all those rodent species. Gophers are fossorial, which means they spend most of their time underground. They eat, mate and sleep in their burrows....

Snake Brumation Period In Arkansas Brumation can occur between September and December, lasting until March or April. Snakes can’t regulate their body temperature like warm-blooded creatures since they are cold-blooded. They become lethargic as the temperature drops below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. This is a warning that the snake is about to enter brumation. Once the temperature reaches about 60 degrees Fahrenheit (16 degrees Celsius), the snake will become active again. This is usually around springtime in temperate climates....

Ready to learn more? Let’s dive in! About the Colorado River The Colorado River is the sixth-largest river in the country. At 1,450 miles long, it stretches across the southwestern United States before passing into Mexico and meeting the Gulf of California. It crosses seven states in the United States and is home to four distinct indigenous tribes: the Mohave, Chemehuevi, Hopi, and Navajo. The Colorado River is more than just an impressive natural feat, however – it’s an essential part of life in the West....

Below, we have the full details on the largest aquarium in Cleveland. Then if you’re looking for a drive, we examine another aquarium in Ohio that offers plenty of fun and learning for any wildlife aficionado. Let’s get started with a look at the two best aquariums near Cleveland, Ohio! Greater Cleveland Aquarium The largest aquarium in Cleveland, Ohio, opened way back at the beginning of 2012. Since then, it has served the city of Cleveland graciously, even upgrading its facilities in 2018 to offer more complex systems for the residents and enhance the public experience....

The video opens when a large, male white rhino has wandered a little bit closer to a herd of elephants than maybe he should. Rhinos do not have great eyesight so this may have been a genuine mistake. He stops and tries to act casual but is spotted by a young bull elephant who clearly has a point to prove! Elephants are known to be peaceful animals and usually keep themselves to themselves....

When deciding between the Cane Corso or the Rottweiler it all comes down to which suits your lifestyle. Therefore, learn all about both breeds to find your new best friend. Our dogs only share a fraction of our lives, but we are with them for the entirety of theirs. So, let’s make sure that we give our dogs and all our pets the absolute best life we can! Cane Corso VS Rottweiler: Physical Characteristics As we have established, the Cane Corso and the Rottweiler are large breeds....

Let’s take a closer look at this tiger, the turmoil it caused, and how these deadly attacks were finally brought to an end. About the Man-Eating Tiger The Champawat Tiger was a Bengal Tiger. These big cats can weigh between 300 and 600lbs, measure from 6.8-11ft long, and stand a few feet high at the shoulder. Female tigers are more likely to be toward the smaller end of those measurements....

While these mythological creatures may seem over-the-top and fantastical, there are actually some very real snakes with horns that live in the natural world today. The “horns” on these snakes are made of unique scales that are often clustered together, or stand alone as a single spike that protrudes from the snake’s head. Let’s take a closer look at 13 snakes with horns! 1. Horned Puff Adder (Bitis caudalis) The horned puff adder lives in South Africa, typically in deserts with light vegetation....

Comparing a Tiger Shark and a Crocodile Tiger Shark vs Crocodile: Pre-fight Tiger sharks and crocodiles are some of the most fearsome predators in the entire world, but they rarely, if ever, have encounters in the wild. Still, due to the frequency that saltwater crocodiles venture into the ocean, it’s a distinct possibility that a showdown between these apex predators could happen in real life. If something like that was to occur, who would emerge victorious?...

The video starts with a quick snapshot of a map. The location highlighted is Masai Mara, which is in Kenya. As the camera zooms into the location on the map, the scene suddenly changes to a glimpse of the wildlife, where a cheetah is chasing down a leopard. You can hear a gasp in the background as the well-known cheetah in the area named Seleinka uses the velocity she has been gifted with to chase a leopard off to the left side of the screen....

Water Dogs VS Axolotls VS Water Puppies: Physical Characteristics Waterdogs and axolotls are both salamanders, but the axolotl and the water puppy stopped development in the larval stage. How does that change the physical appearance and characteristics of the axolotl and the mudpuppy? How do those differences play into the axolotl being so dramatically different from other species of leopard salamander? And what makes the axolotl different from other mudpuppies? First, we must get into the physical makeup of an adult leopard salamander, then what makes the axolotl unique!...

From comparing the whale shark to other sharks to even a school bus, this whale shark size comparison is just the right tool for knowing all the whale shark size facts you need to know. Ready to learn more? Dive on in! How Big is a Whale Shark? With a name combining two of the largest sea critters around, it comes as no surprise that the whale shark is big....

Testudines, Some of the Most Common Creatures on the Planet Simply put, Testudines are the scientific order of reptiles that are commonly referred to as turtles. So what are Testudines? Turtles! Although that may give a literal answer for what a Testudine is, it doesn’t tell us what makes a Testudine. Thankfully, it’s not too complicated. In the world of scientific naming and categorization (otherwise known as taxonomy), a Testudine is the order of reptiles that have a shell developed from their ribs....

Keep reading to learn more about a brown bear’s diet, how they hunt, and what brown bears eat to prepare for hibernation. We’ll also look at circumstances where bears might be dangerous to humans. Here’s a hint – don’t give them a reason to think you have snacks. What Do Brown Bears Eat? Brown bears eat berries, bulbs, roots, and animal foods like squirrels, insects, and fish. Brown bears are omnivores, though about 90% of their diet consists of plant foods....

Sea urchins are spiny animals that live on the bottom of the sea. While sea urchins aren’t known to be nimble hunters — moving slowly on tube feet – their diet may surprise you. Let’s dig into what sea urchins eat and how this class of animals have managed to thrive for hundreds of millions of years. How Sea Urchins Eat Sea urchins are a class of animals with roughly 950 species, although with sea urchin species existing down to three miles below the ocean’s surface, its likely hundreds of sea urchin species have yet to be classified....

Pet reptiles, amphibians, small mammals, and even certain birds can be fed with wax worms. Whether you’re looking to satiate a hungry bearded dragon or provide a meal to an adorable hedgehog, wax worms can do the trick. Wax worms belong to the Pyralidae family and live throughout the world. They aren’t expensive to purchase and incredibly easy to care for. What do wax worms eat? Read on to find out....

Drought refers to when snow, rain, or sleet does not fall at the required period increasing the temperature in an area. In this article, we will examine if the state of California is in a drought, what drought level California is going through, the main causes of the drought, and possible solutions to the drought in California. Is California in a Drought? (How Long has the Drought Lasted?) California is in a drought, and last year’s drought season was recorded as the worst in about 126 years of any form of record drought in the state....

In this article, we will address everything you need to know about the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, including how deep and long it is. We’ll also give you some insider information about some of the best viewing locations along this natural wonder and what hikes you might find most impressive. Let’s get started now! Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River: An Overview Formed over 150,000 years ago, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is just another geological feature to marvel at in Yellowstone National Park....

Snake Brumation Period In Tennessee To conserve energy, snakes and other reptiles go into a state termed “brumation.” Unlike hibernation, brumation requires less sleep. They will forage for food and water but may survive extended periods without feeding. A snake may go weeks without eating, drinking, defecating, or moving. Depending on the conditions, a snake’s brumation period might last from September to December. The first thing snakes notice when they leave their den is the temperature change....

What is The Longest Biking Trail in Missouri? The longest biking trail in Missouri is the Katy Trail which runs 237 miles across the state. It is also the longest rails-to-trails route in the entire nation! It is built along the former corridor of the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad. There are 26 trailheads and four railroad depots along the way. It’s a flat and scenic multi-use trail where you’ll likely pass many other bicyclists, as well as people walking, running or even on horseback on certain sections of the trail....