Hyenas, the dog-like creatures with a knack for scavenging, are well-known carnivores. They are notably found in Africa and the Asian continent. They have powerful bodies and acute senses that aid them while on the hunt for food. This species is broken down into 4 types. They are quite similar in nature except for the …
If you are wondering how your local colony of stray cats is surviving, the answer may not lie on the porch stoop of your cat-loving neighbor. While feral cats are often fed by rescue groups and compassionate neighbors, they also have excellent hunting and survival skills. Of course, large breeds of wild cats, such as …
Hognose snakes are increasingly gaining popularity as pets. Sure, you may have never even heard of a hognose snake until recently, but these reptiles have adorable characteristics, such as an upturned nose, a silly-looking grin, and a tendency to play dead. So, it’s no wonder that you are amongst the growing number of people who …
Ribbon snakes live in eastern North America, primarily in coastal plains and Piedmont. Ribbon snakes prefer a wet, humid climate, so they live in creeks, streams, lakes, wet woodlands, and marshy areas. As I will discuss below, being carnivorous (they only eat meat), ribbon snakes eat the kinds of prey that share their living space. …
If you are a snake lover or just merely curious, you may wonder what green snakes eat? Fortunately, if you own a green snake, you don’t need to be concerned about observing your snake swallowing a live mouse, which can be slightly traumatic for some people. While green snakes are carnivorous, they prefer a pallet …