Tagged With Wildlife Interaction

Labrador Retriever sniffing a red hibiscus flower in a lush garden setting

Can Dogs Eat Hibiscus? Potential Dangers Explained

27 March 2024

Hibiscus is usually safe for dogs, but some varieties may cause an upset stomach if eaten in large quantities.

A sleek, black Maine Coon cat sitting in front of a vase of colorful orchid blooms, eyeing the flowers with curiosity

Can Cats Eat Orchids? What Pet Parents Should Know

23 March 2024

While many popular types of orchids are safe for cats, care should still be taken to avoid them eating the plant and getting an upset stomach.

Closeup of a garter snake slithering away from a scattering of white mothballs on a dirt floor

Can You Use Mothballs to Get Rid of Snakes? Here's What the Research Says

22 March 2024

Mothballs are not only useless for keeping snakes away, studies have shown that they also have harmful effects and don't actually repel snakes.

White-tailed deer looking curiously at a ripe yellow banana on the ground in a natural outdoor setting

Do Deer Eat Bananas? What to Know About Their Digestive System

21 March 2024

Deer should steer clear of bananas because of their high sugar and carb content, which can lead to stomach upset.

Grey and white rabbit with floppy ears nibbling on green hosta leaves in a garden

How To Protect Hostas: Preventing Rabbits From Eating Your Plants

20 March 2024

Rabbits are known to be fans of hostas, but there are ways to keep your garden safe from rabbit destruction.

A Siamese cat with piercing blue eyes intently watching a small grey mouse on a kitchen counter

Why Do Cats Eat Mice? A Look at Predatory Behavior

20 March 2024

Cats' natural hunting instincts cause them to hunt small animals such as mice, even though it can be harmful to them.

Grey fox with a black-tipped tail cautiously approaching a coiled snake in a rocky, desert environment

Do Foxes Eat Snakes? Exploring the Predatory Habits

20 March 2024

Foxes are omnivores that will eat whatever they can find, including snakes, and they have special techniques for hunting and killing venomous snakes.

A large clownfish swimming towards a shrimp amidst a colorful coral reef

What Do Shrimp Eat? An Overview of Shrimp Predators and Marine Food Webs

20 March 2024

Shrimp are preyed upon by a variety of animals, including fish, seabirds, and marine mammals, which has implications for ecosystems, fisheries, and conservation.

Fluffy Maine Coon cat batting playfully at the leaves of an African violet plant

Can Cats Eat African Violets? What You Need to Know

20 March 2024

African violets are usually safe for cats, although they may cause stomach upset if eaten in large amounts.

Close-up of a brown stick insect's head, showing its large compound eyes and small mandibles

Do Stick Bugs Bite? What You Need to Know About These Docile Insects

19 March 2024

Stick insects are not known to bite people, but some types can release defensive toxins that can cause skin and eye irritation.

Armadillo curled up in a ball on a beige carpet, showing its armored shell and small black eyes

Keeping an Armadillo as a Pet: Risks and Care Requirements

19 March 2024

Downsides of having an armadillo as a pet: legality, the need for specific care, potential health problems, and moral implications of keeping them in captivity.

Serene Alaskan landscape with snow-capped mountains and a clear blue lake in the foreground

Why Are There No Snakes in Alaska? The Snake Snub Mystery

19 March 2024

Presence of snakes in Alaska, impact of climate change on reptiles, cultural importance, and ways to stop the spread of invasive species.