Alligators are large predators that primarily live in and around water, but have also been observed walking long distances across land. Alligators are typically not aggressive to humans according to alligator experts. Today, I will explain how fast an alligator can run. On average, an alligator can run 30 mph (50 km/h), according to expert …
An alligator in your pond is as bad as it sounds. These invasive reptiles aren’t just pests; they’re apex predators. Alligators can roam freely around your estate. If it happens to like what it sees in your pond, you’ll need to take some extra steps to prevent them from entering. This includes cleaning up clutter …
This article discusses how to get rid of lizards around your house once and for all. Among all known household pests, lizards are perhaps the least harmful. Unless they’re threatened, they almost never bite. Plus, they’re officially classified as non-venomous and rarely carry life-threatening diseases. Even so, lizards aren’t the most welcome house guests. Their …
Creating a safe environment for birds in your backyard will encourage them to become regular visitors. Birds are amazing creatures, and if you’re into bird watching or simply want to add more balance to the ecosystem in your backyard, hanging a feeder will be the best decision. But, what if you don’t have a tree? …
Squirrels can be pretty annoying; don’t let the adorable exterior trick you. These pesky creatures will jump on your bird feeder from as far as 10 feet away! Then, they’ll have a food fest, and nothing will remain for the poor little birds. If hummingbirds stop visiting your feeder, you now know the reason! Desperate …
In cartoons, snails are almost always depicted as lazy creatures that eat leaves and fruit all day. This begs the question: are snails good for plants, or must they be eliminated at once? Unfortunately, there’s no straight answer to this question. Good snails exist, but so do bad snails. In general, snails (and their close …
If you are sitting on your back porch and you all of a sudden notice bees flying overhead, the first thing you think to do is to get rid of the problem. Honey bees should never be killed or “gotten rid of” when they can be safely transported from one area to another. When people …
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Bees are amazing creatures, and more and more people are opting to learn how to be a beekeeper as their newest hobby. It seems that once someone gets one hive, they love it so much that they continue to add hives and become more obsessed with these tiny creatures. While many have backyard bees, homeowners …
Male Indigo Buntings are distinctive species of songbird with a bright blue body and a darker indigo shaded head found primarily in the eastern half United States. Spotting one of them is always a treat, and if you open that window you can enjoy their sweet song, as well. If you want to know how …
Whether it’s fresh eggs, goofy and entertaining pets, or imitating a favorite celebrity, there are lots of reasons to want to keep chickens. But before you spend that money on a heritage breed, there’s an important question you need to ask: are you allowed to raise chickens in your backyard? If you live in the …
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