More than 90 million American families have at least one pet, from dogs to cats, birds to bunnies, fish to hamsters, and more. Many Americans show love for their animal companions by purchasing pet Halloween costumes and decking their dogs and cats out in themed outfits to celebrate the spooky season. Americans spend more than … Read more
A rumor has been going around that you can find many mountain lions in the New York area. We’re here to help clear things up. There is some truth to the statement, but it’s a bit more complicated than just a population of mountain lions living in the New York area. As of right now, … Read more
Bull sharks have been swimming in the same water as us for some time, scientists have discovered. According to National Geography, scientists found that these animals, who need salt to survive, actually can retain salt and recycle it for a long time. Does that mean bull sharks can swim up a river? Yes! Bull sharks … Read more
There are an estimated 3.5 trillion fish in the world’s oceans, and that’s not to mention all the fish throughout lakes, rivers, streams, and ponds, too. Capture fisheries provide food and job security and play an important role in the global fish population and marine ecosystems. Capture fisheries are used to harvest a huge variety … Read more
Gazelles are herbivores who primarily eat plants. Their diet includes grasses, leaves, and bushes. When water is abundantly available, they often eat more grasses. When access to water is limited, they tend to eat more flowers, leaves, and buds because they have higher water content. Gazelles tend to be small animals, so to reach plant … Read more
The first hogs in the United States were supposed to have been brought here by Spanish explorers in the 1500s. Their prolific breeding has led to explosive growth in the hog population and an expansion of the hog’s geographic range. The actual distribution and quantity of feral hogs are difficult to determine, but biologists believe … Read more
The Myrtle Beach area is a popular destination for both local and international tourists because of the expansive white beaches, excellent seafood restaurants, and various golf links. The beach area boasts a steep profile with depths of 6ft to 1125 ft. This makes it attractive to lots of marine life and sharks in particular. Approximately … Read more