Hannah Ward

Nov 20, 2024 | tcbmag.com | Hannah Ward

If Arctic thaw turns unpaved Alaskan roads into marshes, will the military need to invest in new types of vehicles capable of traversing the altered landscape? It’s an aspect of climate change not widely considered, but one of serious consequence to the U.S. Department of Defense. Among the research groups evaluating the threat is an unlikely partner: the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.

Oct 24, 2024 | a-z-animals.com | Hannah Ward

With stunning mountain ranges, flat coastal plains, and the rolling fields of the Piedmont plateau region, North Carolina has a vast array of habitats that are home to thousands of different animals.  Amongst these animals are snakes, and there are 37 species that call the state home, of which six are venomous.  While snakes often come in many bright and vibrant colors and patterns, some of them use their appearance to keep themselves hidden.

Oct 24, 2024 | a-z-animals.com | Hannah Ward

Raccoons are medium-sized mammals that are native to North America, Mexico, Europe, and Japan. They are easily distinguished by their bushy tail and unique markings.  However, one of the questions that are often asked about them is, “are raccoons rodents?” This is partly because they are often seen in urban areas and the pest status that is usually attached to such sightings. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at these fascinating animals and discover whether they really are rodents.

Oct 23, 2024 | a-z-animals.com | Hannah Ward

Skate fish and stingrays are both cartilaginous fish that are found all around the world and are often confused for one another.  It’s certainly an easy mistake to make as they are both flat and diamond-shaped with gills and mouths on the underside of their bodies.  They’re also both bottom dwellers who like to camouflage themselves by burying themselves in the mud and sand.  So, considering how alike they are, is it actually possible to tell them apart?

Oct 20, 2024 | a-z-animals.com | Hannah Ward

Due to its vast size — stretching from Canada and Greenland in the north, to Mexico in the south — North America contains a vast range of habitats. From land to sea, there are forests, mountains, deserts, open plains, and snowy tundras which are home to many fascinating animals, both large and small. But just what are the biggest animals in North America? Here we discover 10 of the largest animals in North America ranked by weight.