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Learn about the wild monkeys in Pennsylvania.

Wild Monkeys in Pennsylvania (4 Species, Facts, & Pictures)

Pennsylvania, also known as the Keystone State, is a North American state with luxurious hotels, sophisticated bars, and industrial importance in coal, steel, and railroads. It’s also home to abundant wildlife, and while it has no native monkeys, there are still some monkey species in Pennsylvania. Many Pennsylvanians will remember a recent incident where a […]

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Learn about the African crested rat in this article.

African Crested Rat: The Most Poisonous Rodent in the World

Mammals play a major role in the ecosystem as a food source for both humans and other animals.  While many mammals rely on their claws and teeth to defend themselves against predators, it’s rare to find a mammal that uses poison for protection.  However, one mammal stands out in this regard, and interestingly, it’s a

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Learn about the seven venomous snakes in California.

Venomous Snakes in California (7 Poisonous & Deadly Species)

California is the third-largest state in the United States, located on the Western coast of North America.  This state is home to many snakes, including venomous and non-venomous ones.  There are seven venomous snakes in California, all of which are rattlesnakes. These snakes are mostly found in different areas of the state below sea level

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Learn more about the four venomous snakes in Tennessee.

Venomous Snakes in Tennessee (4 Poisonous & Deadly Species)

Tennessee is a landlocked state in the Southeastern region of the United States.  It is a beautiful state and home to the Great Smoky Mountains and abundant wildlife, including many species of snakes.  According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, there are 32 different species of snakes in Tennessee.  However, only four of them are

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Learn more about the venomous snakes in Pennsylvania

Venomous Snakes in Pennsylvania (3 Poisonous & Deadly Species)

Pennsylvania is a landlocked state in the Mid-Atlantic, northeast region of the United States.  It has farmlands, mountains, forests, and diverse animal species, many of which are snakes.  There are about 21 species of snakes in Pennsylvania, but only three are venomous.  The three venomous snakes in Pennsylvania are the copperhead, the eastern massasauga rattlesnake,

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Learn about the groups of venomous snakes in Texas and how to identify them.

Venomous Snakes in Texas (4 Poisonous & Deadly Species)

Texas, a state in the South Central region of the United States, is home to diverse wildlife. This includes large predators, like wolves and ocelots, and rodents, like squirrels and porcupines.  Among this array of wildlife are over 115 species of snakes, a few of which are venomous.  While these venomous snakes play a major

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Learn about the venomous snakes in virginia, including the eastern copperhead, the cottonmouth (or water moccasin), and the timber rattlesnake.

Venomous Snakes in Virginia (3 Poisonous & Deadly Species)

Located in the southeastern part of the United States, Virginia is one of the 13 original colonies in America with historic landmarks.  It is also home to many snakes, most of which are harmless. However, the exception is three venomous snakes that are all categorized as pit vipers.  The venomous snakes in Virginia are the

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Explore the 5 venomous snakes in Missouri and learn how to identify them.

Venomous Snakes in Missouri (5 Poisonous & Deadly Species)

There are many species of venomous snakes in the United States of America.  Missouri, a state in the Midwestern region, is no exception.  In this Midwestern state alone, there are five known venomous snake species.  Most of these venomous snakes are found in obscure hillsides along the state’s southern border. Others can be found in

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