Home / Archives for Angela Connolly

Author: Angela Connolly

Angela Connolly is an editor for animals.in.net, where her primary focus is on animal behaviour. Angela Connolly has a masters in animal husbandry from New York State University, and has been working as a writer for the last 2 years.
8 min 0

Top 10 Facts about Yabby

A Complete Guide to the Intriguing Freshwater Crustacean Yabby The name “yabby” describes a kind of freshwater crayfish that is mostly found in Australia and has drawn interest due to its distinctive characteristics, ecological significance, and culinary applications. The yabby, formally known as Cherax destructor, is a common species among…
7 min 0

Top 10 Facts about Yellow Anaconda

Introduction to Yellow Anaconda: largest snake species in the world One of the most intriguing and powerful snake species in the world is the yellow anaconda (Eunectes notaeus). This South American native snake has drawn interest from conservationists, scientists, and wildlife lovers. An apex predator in its native environment, the…
8 min 0

Top 10 Facts about Zebra Snake

What is a Zebra Snake? A zebra snake is typically used to describe any snake with stripes resembling those of a zebra, often in black and white. Several species across the snake family exhibit these distinctive markings, including members of both the colubrid and elapid families. These snakes can be…
7 min 0

Top 10 Facts about Zebra Mussels

Zebra Mussels: An Invasive Aquatic Species The zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) is a small bivalve mollusk that inhabits freshwater environments, easily identifiable by its distinctive black-and-white striped shell. Originally from Eastern Europe and Western Asia, zebra mussels have spread across North America and various other regions, becoming one of the…
5 min 0

Top 10 Facts about Boxfish

Origin and physical appearance of boxfish Members of the Ostraciidae family, boxfish (also known as trunkfish) are a distinct group of marine fish. Their shape, which is akin to a box and is produced by a hard, bony carapace covering their body, sets these strange creatures apart. Their carapace’s scales…
4 min 0

Top 10 Facts about Belgian Shepherd Dog

Unique characteristics of Belgian Shepherd dog The Belgian Shepherd dog breed originated in Belgium. It is well known for its humour, loyalty, and flexibility. There are four types of Belgian shepherds: the Groenendael, Tervuren, Malinois, and Laekenois. Each species has unique physical characteristics and qualities. The astute and versatile Belgian…
4 min 0

Top 10 Facts about blue grosbeak bird

Physical features of the blue grosbeak include its size, shape, and coloration Small to medium-sized birds in the cardinal family are called blue grosbeaks. Males have more vivid blue plumage than females, which is what makes them so famous. The males’ underparts are a deep chestnut brown, while their head,…