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Andy P.

Owner and editor

Andy Porse is an avid outdoorsman, having travelled the world for outdoor adventures, but also loves to observe the wildlife of his own backyard!
Andy holds a PhD in biological science and loves writing nerdy articles about funky animals, hiking gear and their material properties!

Björn L.

WRITER

Björn Larsen, an outdoor enthusiast from Norway, is the adventurous blog author at OutlifeExpert.com. Raised amidst Norway’s breathtaking mountains and fjords, Björn’s passion for nature shines through his captivating tales of summer hikes and thrilling winter skiing and snowboarding escapades.

William J.

WRITER

William Johns is a passionate biologist and field working scientist, dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of tropical ecosystems. As the blog author at OutlifeExpert, he shares his expertise and deep love for the outdoors, providing valuable insights into wildlife and the wonders of nature.

Featured Posts

  • Blue Jay VS Cardinal: Do They Get Along?

    Blue Jay VS Cardinal: Do They Get Along?

    The Blue Jay and the northern cardinal are both brightly colored, charismatic birds featured as sports mascots and state icons in North America. Both are common birds in urban gardens throughout Southeastern Canada, and eastern and central United States.

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  • Best Budget Ultralight Tents In 2024! (Beating Top Brands!)

    Best Budget Ultralight Tents In 2024! (Beating Top Brands!)

    A good affordable ultralight tent is can make all the difference for a good hiking trip! One of the best decisions I made for my hiking experience was to buy an ultralight tent – it is simply much more motivating to get out the door. When your tent does not weigh more than a large…

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Latest posts

  • Do Groundhogs Eat Human Foods? (Is it Good for Them?)

    Do Groundhogs Eat Human Foods? (Is it Good for Them?)

    Groundhogs (Marmota monax) are large rodents, also known as woodchucks, with a range throughout most of Canada and the eastern United States. They hibernate during cold weather but can be active year-round in more temperate regions. Groundhogs are animals that can quickly destroy a garden, but not only do they eat your precious vegetables and…

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  • Do Gophers Eat Meat – Do They eat Mice?

    Do Gophers Eat Meat – Do They eat Mice?

    Gophers are omnivores but mostly herbivores. They eat plants, such as flowers, roots, and tubers. But gophers also enjoy grasses, fruits, and grains. Gophers don’t generally eat animals unless they need to survive in extreme conditions or if they are starving. So, gophers are mainly herbivores that do to a lesser extent prey on smaller…

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  • Do Groundhogs Eat Meat? (Will They Harm Pets?)

    Do Groundhogs Eat Meat? (Will They Harm Pets?)

    When you talk of a groundhog most people probably think that they only eat plant-based food like tomatoes, squash, grass, and flowers. But they do also eat animals, just not as much as greens! Groundhogs will eat other animals but mainly in the form of smaller insects as a source of animal protein, but they…

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  • What Vegetables do Gophers Eat? (How to Prevent It!)

    What Vegetables do Gophers Eat? (How to Prevent It!)

    Gophers are not just cute little furry creatures that live in the ground all the time. They’re also pesky rodents with a penchant for chewing plants and vegetables, including things like tomatoes, potatoes, squash, and pumpkins. Gophers will eat almost anything they can get their teeth on, but they seem particularly fond of roots and…

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  • Do Groundhogs Eat Flowers? (9 Ways to Prevent It!)

    Do Groundhogs Eat Flowers? (9 Ways to Prevent It!)

    Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, are a type of rodent that eats primarily plants. They will eat almost anything from your backyard – some of their favorites are tomatoes, zucchini, and even onions! Groundhogs love flowers and they will eat many of the most popular flowers grown in backyards as well as wildflowers in meadows…

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  • How to Keep Groundhogs and Gophers Out of Your Backyard!

    How to Keep Groundhogs and Gophers Out of Your Backyard!

    I have previously written a range of articles on what groundhogs eat, and how they, depending on the season, may ruin your backyard by eating your plants, including flowers, tomatoes, onions, and numerous fruits. The same is the case for gophers. There are several ways to make sure that rodents like groundhogs, gophers, mice, and…

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