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The Mississippi River travels through Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana via the Great River Road. We have selected a beach for each of the 10 states that this lovely river flows through. This way, everyone along the route has the chance to visit at least one! 1. Hastings, MN Douglas Beach Douglas beach is a hot spot for locals due to its lifeguards, outdoor showers, changing spaces, and beautiful views....

Eastern Bluebird The eastern bluebird is a small thrush native to North America. They measure 6 to 8 inches long and feature sky blue heads, backs, wings, and tails, which contrast beautifully with their white undersides and brownish-red breasts. This species makes soft warbles and low-pitched melodious songs. Eastern bluebirds inhabit the eastern half of the United States, with patchy distributions in Mexico and Central America. You can find them in open country near trees....

There have been numerous reports already about the extinction of several living things, including multiple bird species. The iconic bird group of parrots, known for their vibrant colors, charisma, and intellect, is in danger everywhere: nearly one-third of all parrot species face extinction. But which ones have already said goodbye forever? The Earth was more vibrant when flocks of different parrots flew across the sky like daylight fireworks, flashing orange, yellow, and green....

Are All Frogs Poisonous? Frogs, salamanders, and other amphibians breathe through their skin and must keep their bodies moist to survive. The secretions from their bodies are toxic and may irritate an animal’s eyes or skin. Only a few amphibians in North America have strong toxicity levels. You will usually find the strongest toxicity levels among toads, and newts within America. All toads are poisonous and have parotoid glands behind their eyes that secrete poison....

Fall is like the second spring of the year. The trees begin to glow with beautiful shades of red, orange, yellow, brown, and even some purple. It’s a great time to go for walks and view nature one last time before the leaves fall and the cold of winter comes. The best time to witness the beauty of autumn depends on the type of foliage in the area and when they are expected to start shedding leaves....

1. Blue Jay The blue jay is a large songbird commonly spotted throughout the United States, living year-round in the country’s eastern half. These birds are famous for being noisy and intelligent and for their sky-blue plumage. Adults have various shades of blue on their upper parts with strong black barring and white patches, and they are light grey underneath. Blue jays live in Colorado year-round, and you can find them in oak and pine woods and suburban gardens....

Do killer whales hunt sharks? Yes, killer whales hunt sharks and whales much larger than they are when acting as a pack. Killer whales are some of the top predators in the ocean. They live in nearly every body of water, tropical and cold, and can hunt almost anything they desire. Although orcas are large, their ability to kill prey larger than the individual orca comes from their adept skill at pack hunting....

If you want to learn more about the creatures that may have inspired the legend of Count Dracula and every other famous Hollywood vampire, this article has all the scoop. 8 Animals That Suck Blood 1. Vampire Bat Vampire bats are native to Central and South America. Three vampire bat species have evolved to feed exclusively on blood: the common vampire bat, the hairy-legged vampire bat, and the white-winged vampire bat....

Read on to discover where the coldest temperatures were ever recorded in Florida. We’ll also find out which city has the coldest average temperatures. Then, we’ll go over whether or not it ever snows in the Sunshine State. After that, we’ll find out more about the coldest spot, and what there is to do there. The Coldest Place in Florida If you’re measuring by coldest annual average temperature, then Niceville, at just 66 degrees Fahrenheit, is the coldest place in Florida....

The Coldest Place in Hawaii The summit of Mauna Kea, a dormant volcano on the island of Hawai’i, is the coldest place in the state. Located at an elevation of 13,803 feet above sea level, the peak of Mauna Kea is the highest point in Hawaii. It’s also the second-highest peak of an island on earth. It is also 125 feet higher than its more massive neighbor, Mauna Loa. The coldest temperature ever recorded in Hawaii was measured on the crater floor of Mauna Kea....

Are Farm Animals the Most Dangerous Animals in Iowa? Working with animals, especially in a farm setting can be very dangerous. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Agriculture ranks one of the highest risk occupations with 574 fatalities in the U.S. in 2018. Most of these fatalities are due to machinery but a fair amount were due to interactions with animals, mostly cattle and horses. In a research effort between the University of Iowa and the Iowa Department of Public Health, they looked at the numbers between 2003-2008 and found that of the 2,334 deaths that occurred during the production of crops and animals (farmers) 5% (108 of those) involved cattle....

Are Farm Animals Dangerous? Cattle: When we look at farms that have cattle there are two main kinds of cows – beef cattle and dairy cattle. They are not different species but they are bred differently with beef cows being bred more muscular and dairy cows thinner and leaner. With either kind of cattle there are dangers in moving the herd, caring for sick/injured cows and handling the bulls which can be quite aggressive....

Meet the Minorcan Giant Lagomorph The Minorcan giant lagomorph, also known as the Nuralagus rex, is an extinct species of rabbit that lived on Minorca, an island on the Mediterranean sea, during the Pliocene epoch. So far, this rabbit species is the largest ever discovered, with many of them weighing up to 50 pounds and sometimes even more. According to experts, these giant rabbits belonged to the same order as present-day rabbits, hares, and pikas – the order Lagomorpha....

But what are the most dangerous animals in Nebraska? We’ll dig into wildlife in the state and which ones you need to be on the lookout for! The geography of Nebraska Nebraska is farm country with 92% of the state used for farms and ranches. They are even the number one producer of popcorn in the United States! That is one of the reasons they call it the “Cornhusker” state....

The Taimyr Reindeer Herd The Taimyr reindeer herd is the largest in the world, having had as many as 1,000,000 reindeer in 2000. However, in recent years, this number has decreased significantly. In 2006, the herd went from having 1,000,000 reindeer to 700,000, and then, in 2009, 600,000. Unfortunately, these numbers are still decreasing, and the herd is now composed of 400,000 animals, although it is still the largest in the world....

Here, we’ll find out whether polar bears are really something to be scared of, and whether or not they should be called maneaters. But first, we’ll find out a little more about these gigantic, fluffy, white bears that live in some of the most inhospitable places on Earth. We’ll discover what they eat, and how they spend their summers and winters. Finally, we’ll take a look at the dangers facing polar bears today, and what you can do to help save this rapidly disappearing species....

What Are Wolf Spiders? Wolf spiders are hairy arachnids that form the Lycosidae family. They can be found almost everywhere! Some wolf spiders live in burrows, while others prefer moving from one home to another. These are called “wanderers.” If you’ve spotted a wolf spider in or around your home, it most probably was a wanderer looking for food or shelter. Wolf spiders are medium-sized arachnids measuring 0.4-1.38 inches in body length....

There is no doubt that dogs are man’s best friends today. Having said that, how much do you really know about dogs? Are you interested in learning more about our furry best friends? When it comes to dog mating season, have you ever wondered if there is a certain season during which they mate? In this article, you’ll discover more about dogs and when they start breeding, so if you are curious, keep reading....

Comparing a Wolverine Pack and a Grizzly Bear What Are 2 Key Differences Between a Wolverine Pack and a Grizzly Bear? The biggest differences between a wolverine pack and a grizzly bear are found in the size of the individual creatures and the way they attack prey. Grizzly bears are far larger than the individuals in a wolverine pack, and they use a more complex form of attack to kill their prey....

The largest snake ever is the Titanoboa cerrejonensis. This snake would give a grizzly bear the fight of its life. Let’s see how it would play out. Comparing the Largest Snake Ever and a Grizzly Bear What Are 3 Key Differences Between the Largest Snake Ever and a Grizzly Bear? The greatest differences between the largest snake ever and a grizzly bear can be found in their morphology, size, and attack methods....