All month long, we’re shining a spotlight on the crocodilians — crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gharials. These living fossils have roamed our planet since before the dinosaurs disappeared, and they’re still thriving in rivers, swamps, and coasts around the world today. Crocodilians aren’t just powerful predators — they’re also vital ecosystem engineers. From creating wetlands… Continue reading Croctober 2025
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Answer to Cane Toad or No? 2
The answer to Cane Toad or No? is..... NO. This is a Oak Toad (Anaxyrus quercicus), the smallest toad in the US. They don't even reach 2 inches long. They have a decent sized parotoid gland for their size but its oval in shape while the Cane Toad has more of a triangular one. The… Continue reading Answer to Cane Toad or No? 2
Cane Toad or No? (2)
Welcome back to another excited game of Cane Toad or No?, the game where you try to guess if it is a Cane Toad or NO. This amphibian comes from the suburbs of Miami, Florida. It was around an inch long. Sooo...
Answer to Cane Toad or No?
The answer to this week's Cane Toad or No is...... No. This is a Southern Toad (Anaxyrus terrestris) which is native to Florida. The Southern Toad has oval parotoid glands vs the Cane Toad whom has triangular glands. The Southern Toad also has cranial crests that run down the center of their head while the… Continue reading Answer to Cane Toad or No?
Cane Toad or No?
here's the next rendition of Cane Toad or No? where you try to guess if this is a Cane Toad. Instead of having a few different animals for you to decide if one of them is a Cane Toad, there will be a picture(s) of a creature with a location. Use your toad knowledge to… Continue reading Cane Toad or No?
Answer to Cane Toad or No
The answer was.... 1! #2 was an American Toad (Anaxyrus americanus) and #3 was a Asian Common Toad (Duttaphrynus melanostictus). Ok I was kinda a jerk for picking random toads from a variety of places instead of one area and most of the pics weren't great at highlighting the differences between the species. Next time,… Continue reading Answer to Cane Toad or No
National Invasive Species Awareness Week 2025 Feb 24 – 28
Tomorrow is the start of the National Invasive Species Awareness Week! What is an invasive species? An invasive species is a non-native organism who's introduction to an environment is likely or does cause either environmental or economic harm or harm to humans. The definition shows that invasive species are a problem not just for environmentalist… Continue reading National Invasive Species Awareness Week 2025 Feb 24 – 28
Northern Dwarf Siren (Pseudobranchus striatus)
photo by USGS Common Name: Northern Dwarf SirenScientific Name: Pseudobranchus striatusFamily: Sirenidae - Siren familyLocations: United States - Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina Size: 4.0 – 9.9 inches (10 – 25 cm) In the cypress, gum ponds, and other acidic wetlands of the south there lies a siren looking to lure you into the depths of the… Continue reading Northern Dwarf Siren (Pseudobranchus striatus)
Year of the Snake
Happy New Year! Welcoming the Year of the Snake in the Chinese Zodiac As we step into the new year, we celebrate the start of the Year of the Snake according to the Chinese Zodiac. This marks a time of reflection, growth, and renewal. However, it also brings an opportunity to shine a light on… Continue reading Year of the Snake
Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus)
Common Name: Snowy OwlScientific Name: Bubo scandiacusFamily: Strigidae - True Owl familyBody Size: 20 - 28 inches (50.8 - 71.12 cm)Wingspan: 4.2 - 4.8 feet (1.28 - 1.46 m) One of the most iconic arctic species is the Snowy Owl. These owls are active during the day, differing from most other owl species. They are… Continue reading Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus)