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Category: Backyard Animals

Read all about the animals you can find right at your doorstep! From the smallest birds to reptiles and rodents!

  • 30 most common backyard birds of Illinois 2024!

    30 most common backyard birds of Illinois 2024!

    Whether you live in St. Louis, Springfield, or Chicago, you really don’t have to plan a trip to the Sand Ridge or Shawnee state forests to see incredible wildlife in Illinois! Lots of fascinating birds are already jumping around in your yard or eating from your bird feeder. But maybe you ask yourself – what…

  • Do birds have saliva? (Answered and explained!)

    Do birds have saliva? (Answered and explained!)

    Have you ever wondered if chickens can spit or droll? Or maybe you wonder if your pet parrots use saliva to digests their food? Well, then you are in the right place as I will answer these questions in this post!

  • How Long Can Hornets Live Without Food? (Answered!)

    How Long Can Hornets Live Without Food? (Answered!)

    Hornets, like many insects, can survive for a period without food, but the exact duration depends on various factors. Generally, hornets can live for several days to a few weeks without food and the queen can live around 1 year. This survival time frame is influenced by several factors including environmental conditions, biological aspects, and…

  • 30 Animals That Look Like Groundhogs!

    30 Animals That Look Like Groundhogs!

    The Groundhog, also known as the woodchuck, is a remarkable creature known for its ability to predict the arrival of spring. However, there are several other animals that share physical characteristics or behavior patterns similar to groundhogs. In this article, we will explore 30 animals that resemble groundhogs in some way. Beginning with animals that…