He does not know that the ancient Egyptians worshiped cats. In ancient Egypt, the first cats were domesticated, and the first Egyptians kept cats in their homes. It is believed that today’s cats are domestic (wild-cats); which is a little larger than we know today as a cat and colored to blend in with the […]
Tag Archives: Poisonous Snakes
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Nov
Nov
Florida has its share of poisonous snakes and dangerous reptiles. Of course Florida is more known for alligators but there are 6 species of poisonous snakes in Florida. I do know that the correct term should be venomous snakes in Florida. However more people will Google the term “Poisonous snakes” than “Venomous snakes in Florida” […]
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Aug
Aug
North Carolina has plenty of outdoor fun during the spring and summer months, but with the fun comes snakes. However we only have 6 different breeds of poisonous snakes in North Carolina. I will list the ones that are poisonous and a little about each one. I will also provide tips for avoiding them, and […]
09
Aug
Aug
I don’t know about you but I do not like spiders. I know that spiders are our friends. They eat bugs and other insects. I have tried to desensitize myself to spiders. I watched through my dining room window as a Garden Spider spun her web. I found is repulsively fascinating. As her underbelly undulated […]
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Jul
Jul
The scenic landscapes, award-winning state parks, and, of course, the beautiful Smoky Mountains in the east are some of the many reasons travelers are drawn to Tennessee. A Tennessee vacation is perfect for almost anyone; from family campers looking for some light hiking and fishing to outdoor enthusiasts seeking that next big adventure. However, an […]
09
Aug
Aug
Welcome to my article about poisonous snakes in Texas, which tells which live there and hopefully how to avoid them. Texas is a huge state with a wide variety of snakes and other wildlife. The correct term would actually be venomous snakes of Texas but since most people say poisonous, that is what I went […]
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Oct
Oct
People often wonder what kind of poisonous snakes they may encounter in their outdoor activities, and here are the ones that live in South Carolina. It is of a particular interest to me as I live in North Carolina and we have a few of our own poisonous snakes of our own. I spend a […]
Would your family go on an African Safari that would not be a game trip or require international travel? Consider the Reston Petting Zoo, located in suburban Washington D.C., in the heart of Fairfax County Virgin. Here you can see a lot of different animals up close, on a tractor ride on their property. You […]
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May
May
There are scores of urban myths floating around about snake bites and the proper methods with which to treat them. Unfortunately, these myths have been accepted as truth too often and have resulted in senseless deaths and injuries related to snake bites. If you are bitten by a snake, these are the things that you […]
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Jul
Jul
You don’t usually think of dangerous animals and North Carolina together, but we have a few. This article covers endangered animals in North Carolina with some links to other articles I have written. I will also give some tips for avoiding destructive animals in North Carolina. Whitetail Deer I know what you’re thinking, deer don’t […]