Explore the Outdoors!

Author: Andy P.

  • Do Gophers Eat Flowers (Which Flowers are Safe?)

    Do Gophers Eat Flowers (Which Flowers are Safe?)

    Gophers are rodents that, just like their groundhog cousins, like to eat all kinds of plants! They are considered pests by most gardeners, as they munch on many types of plants including flowers – especially their bulbs and seeds. However, there are indeed gopher-resistant flowers that can be used to protect and keep them away…

  • What fruits do groundhogs eat? (How to keep them away!)

    What fruits do groundhogs eat? (How to keep them away!)

    Groundhogs (Marmota monax), also known as woodchucks, are omnivores rodents that like to live in burrows they dig. They eat plants as they are herbivores during the day and sleep on their burrow excavated at night. Groundhogs hibernate for several months every year; they rouse themselves only once or twice to eat, drink and defecate.…

  • What do Groundhogs Eat Throughout the Year?

    What do Groundhogs Eat Throughout the Year?

    Groundhogs are mostly herbivores. They are also known as woodchucks and are mostly found in North America and Canada. The groundhog’s diet consists of over 98% plant matter including grasses and other low-lying vegetation. They also consume many types of human-grown vegetables, fruits, and nuts and will eat insects, including crickets, beetles, butterflies, moths, and…

  • is a Frog a Primary or Secondary Consumer? (Answered!)

    is a Frog a Primary or Secondary Consumer? (Answered!)

    A consumer is an organism that eats other living things. Producers produce their own food, while decomposers break down dead things into simpler molecules that can be used by producers. Frogs and tadpoles are secondary consumers because they eat other living things. Whereas tadpoles eat mostly algae and bacteria, frogs feed mainly on other animals.…

  • Do monkeys eat coconuts? (Which Ones Do?)

    Do monkeys eat coconuts? (Which Ones Do?)

    Do you know which monkeys eat coconuts? In this blog post, we will explore the world of monkey coconut consumption! We will take a look at which monkeys enjoy this delicious fruit, and where they can be found. Stay tuned for some amazing facts about monkey-coconut relationships! Because coconuts crow all over the tropical belts…

  • What type of teeth do monkeys have? (10 Monkey teeth facts!)

    What type of teeth do monkeys have? (10 Monkey teeth facts!)

    While all primates including humans have teeth, the type of teeth that monkeys have is quite different from species to species and depends mostly on their diet. They use their teeth for a variety of purposes – from stripping leaves off of branches to cracking open hard nuts. All primates, including humans, have teeth that…

  • Identify backyard birds in Oregon! (All you need to know!)

    Identify backyard birds in Oregon! (All you need to know!)

    Oregon is a great place for birdwatching, with its diverse landscapes and rich birdlife. In this post, we’ll take a look at some of the most common backyard birds in Oregon. These birds are easy to spot and can be enjoyed by both novice and experienced birdwatchers alike. So if you’re interested in getting into…

  • Is A Snails Decomposers? (What Do They Consume?)

    Is A Snails Decomposers? (What Do They Consume?)

    Snails may not be considered charismatic organisms, but they play a crucial role in the ecosystem. As it turns out, snails have so much to offer in the interrelated relationship of organisms in the food web that might be visible from their humble appearance. As such, what is the role played by these organisms in…

  • Do Groundhogs Eat Tomatoes? (9 methods to keep them away!)

    Do Groundhogs Eat Tomatoes? (9 methods to keep them away!)

    This is a question that many yard owners want to know the answer to. The short answer is yes, groundhogs do eat tomatoes. However, they also eat other fruits and vegetables, as well as insects. However, groundhogs are generally herbivores, which means that they mostly eat plants. In short, groundhogs will eat tomatoes, even unripe…

  • How to safely prepare beef jerky for hiking?

    How to safely prepare beef jerky for hiking?

    Making beef jerky is a great way to preserve meat when you go hiking, but there are a few things you need to know before getting started. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some of the precautions you need to take when preparing beef jerky, as well as how long it lasts and when it…