Bats are considered mammals, but as the only flying mammal, people often ask me why they are mammals, not birds. In this article, I look …

The San Juan Islands, Salish Sea, and Puget Sound are among the world’s best whale-watching destinations, with more than 500,000 people visiting yearly. It is …

Whales are marine mammals, but many people often think they are fish. Although there are similarities, there are also many differences. Many people ask me …

I have never seen a blue whale, but that will change shortly, and I cannot wait. I wanted to find out the best destinations in …

The International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species has a list of all endangered mammals in North America. The IUCN states, “A taxon is Endangered (EN) …

Cuckoos are birds of the Cuculidae family, and even though they are named after the sound they make, only the males of the common cuckoo …

While up North recently, I came across some Caribou with large antlers. I was told they were female, which surprised me as I thought only …

If you have watched animals in the wild or have pets, you will probably have seen quarrels, fights, and threats between the same species.  Animals …

Otters may be considered one of the cutest animals due to their playful nature and adorable look. However, the ways otters communicate are complex and …

Game birds are diverse and have adapted to living in various habitats, from deserts to tundra. Many game birds in North America have been given …

Raccoons are one of the most widespread animals in North America. These nocturnal, solitary mammals have a population that spans vast amounts of North America; …

Mountain lions, also known as cougars or pumas, are native to North America. They can thrive in various landscapes, so mountain lions have had to …