It’s a zone made for cold-tolerant flowers. The USDA hardiness zone 4 covers parts of the United States’ northernmost and coldest regions. It runs from northern Idaho to northern New York and New England. The zone even covers south into the Colorado Rockies in a crescent shape. If you’re looking to plant a garden in zone 4, look no further! Our guide provides tips on what plants to choose and how to care for them....
Everblooming daylilies. Take, for instance, apricot sparkles. This daylily is a winter dormant, diploid plant that blooms apricot flowers. The blooms have dainty ruffly edges and cheerful yellow-tinged throats. As the sunlight bounces off the colors and texture, you will see a true sparkle! What other perennials can handle zone 7 weather? Read on to find out! 1. Aster Asters are easy to grow and do well in zones 7-9....
The Dangers Faced by Animals That Hunt Cobras Cobras are inherently dangerous creatures that most animals would prefer to avoid. These snakes are so powerful that they often kill human beings! Most animals won’t try to attack a cobra because they know the snake has enough venom to kill them with ease. Thus, animals that hunt cobras need to have some way to nullify the venom or a means to attack the snake before it can counter....
1. Eastern Massasauga (Sistrurus catenatus) The first snake on the list is one of the two venomous snakes in the state – the eastern massasauga. Eastern massasaugas were formerly classified as a subspecies of the massasauga rattlesnake before being reclassified as a species of their own in 2011. They are typically 18 to 30 inches long and are greyish-brown with black blotches down the center of their back and smaller ones down their sides....
The popular song came from England in 1720, and it was about a woman (Black-eyed Susan) searching a ship’s crew for her lost love William. While the song may have been sad, these flowers are incredibly cheerful! As long as you provide a sunny environment, these easy-to-care-for flowers can thrive. They’ll even bloom for up to three years before you need to replace them. What other low-maintenance perennial flowers should you know about?...
Are Monkeys Good Pets? Monkeys are not good pets for people to own. Before we answer this question more deeply, we have to consider what makes an animal a good pet. Generally, humans prefer companionship, obedience, and low maintenance as key qualities in their pets. That is why people love turtles, cats, dogs, fish, and other such animals. Monkeys are great companions that have the potential to share a vast portion of a person’s life with them, but they’re terrible in one’s home....
1. Noisy Friarbird (Philemon corniculatus) The noisy friarbird has a bald head, pointed beak, and hunched posture, which resembles the features of a vulture. Unlike vultures, this bird is not a scavenger. Surprisingly, their favorite food is honey! Also known as the “leatherhead” bird, the noisy friarbird has a characteristic hump on its bill and a completely black head. Thier name is a reference to their severely loud screeches. Also, their red eyes and prestigious gray plumage is not unlike the garb of an 18th century town friar....
Name Spanish conquistadors first met the Apache in the Texas Panhandle; thus, the name has Spanish origins. It is thought that the name “Apacu” comes from the Zui term for “enemy,” “ápachu,” which was afterward transcribed into Spanish. In the 1620s, when referring to individuals in the Chama region (a village in New Mexico), the Spanish first used the title Apachu de Nabajo (Navajo). Most people believe Apache originated from the Zuni word apau, which means “Navajos....
Albinism occurs in both humans and animals but is much more prevalent in humans. However, a 2015 discovery of an albino spider monkey shows that primates can present with this condition. What Are Possible Causes of Albinism in Monkeys? Scientists do not know what causes albinism but believe it is due to environmental and genetic factors. Inbreeding is a possible cause of albinism in monkeys, for example. Studies show that when two animals with the same recessive gene for albinism mate, their offspring are more likely to be born with the disorder....
Lion Species Most people think of lions as majestic creatures roaming the African savanna. However, the wild lion population also exists on several other continents. Nearly all wild lions live on the African continent, with the majority inhabiting the sub-Saharan region. However, a small population of Asiatic lions exists in western India, around the Gir Forest National Park. Interestingly, these Asiatic lions are more closely related to those found in west and central Africa than the African lions living in southern and eastern Africa....
In addition to being the heaviest animals ever to exist, these animals are among the loudest in the world. This article uncovers some weird facts about these marine monsters, including everything you’ve ever wanted to know about blue whale poop. Blue Whales: The Heaviest Animals to Ever Exist In 2019, a blue whale fossil of an 85-foot specimen was found in Italy, and scientists dated the fossil back more than 1....
One can easily recognize them by their distinctive bobbed tails and black bars on their two front legs. Bobcats are solitary animals that tend to avoid humans as much as possible. They’re also nocturnal; one may only see them between dawn and dusk when they’re active. So, it may be challenging to confirm if they’ve invaded a neighborhood. However, bobcats are also territorial animals that love to mark their space with poop....
Well, here’s the chance to learn how the two plants have made their way into cuisine around the world, what they’re good for, some distinctions between the two plants, and how you can use them to potentially boost your health, simply by eating them. Key Differences Between Bok Choy and Leeks There are many key differences between these two plants, starting with their classification and family. They’re both used for a wide varieties of cuisines and even have some similar origins....
For the sake of comparison, we’re going to use data from the African buffalo because this species shares a range with the wildebeest and offers the greatest differences. Comparing a Buffalo and a Wildebeest The 5 Key Differences Between a Buffalo vs Wildebeest The greatest differences between a buffalo and a wildebeest include their morphology, behavior, and location. Buffaloes are large, partially migratory ungulates with a brown, black, or reddish color and large horns that form a boss on the animals’ heads from most of sub-Saharan Africa....
Let’s examine the three species of cassowaries and the habitats and locations they can be found in! Where Do Cassowaries Live: Their Habitats The first thing to know about cassowaries is that their habitat differs from other large, flightless birds like ostriches that live in savannas or desert-like conditions. Cassowaries eat an extremely fruit heavy diet, so they in rainforests where fruit along the ground is plentiful. Occasionally cassowaries can be found in other habitats such as bog, grasslands, or even beaches, but this is normally only for brief periods when they’re traveling to new forest locations....
Here, we’ll learn all there is to know about copperheads in Ohio. We’ll start by discovering the basics about this fascinating snake; where they live, what they look like, how they reproduce, and what they eat. Then, we’ll take a deep dive into just where you might find copperheads in Ohio and how often they bite. Finally, we’ll learn what you should, and shouldn’t do if you find a copperhead in Ohio....
We’re going to examine this scenario using statistics about both creatures and research about animal behaviors. For the sake of this fight, we’ll imagine that the elephant has a reason to be angry at the person. Otherwise, it may not realize that the human has hostile intentions and could just walk on by while the person impotently strikes it. Comparing an Unarmed Human and an Elephant What Are the Key Factors in a Fight Between an Unarmed Human and an Elephant?...
Coyotes may be fierce predators with high running capacity, but that doesn’t make them immune to being on the menu for other predators. What eats coyotes? Background on Coyotes Predominantly categorized as carnivores, coyotes are omnivores – they tend to eat both plants and animals. With about 90% of its meal consisting majorly of meat, the coyote hunts and preys on defenseless and weaker animals like the deer, moose, pigeons, mull, snakes, fish, young water birds, and crustaceans....
#10: Toads One of the most memorable scenes in the Harry Potter series involves a duet between humans and singing toads. Led by Professor Flitwick, the Frog Choir is a group of Hogwarts students who hold their talented toads aloft on pillows. They can be first seen performing “Something Wicked This Way Comes” during the Welcoming Feast after the Sorting Ceremony. Book readers probably know that the frog choir did not make an appearance anywhere in J....
10 Mountains In Maryland Hiking in Maryland isn’t going to prepare you to take on huge mountains. But the mountains in Maryland are fantastic for hikers that want to experience everything from coastal trails to dense forests and tall waterfalls. There are lots of hiking trails in Maryland that are appropriate for beginner hikers too, so if you’re not an experienced hiker try hiking these mountains in Maryland: Backbone Mountain Located in: Garrett County Height: 3,360 feet Nearby City: Red House Known For: Backbone Mountain is the tallest mountain in Maryland....
