Explore the Outdoors!

Category: Animals

Here, I write about animals and their small curiosities, feeding habits, and their role in the ecosystem!

  • 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 iguanas have spinal cords?

    Do iguanas have spinal cords?

    Iguanas are a type of lizard that can be found in many different parts of the world. They are popular pets, and people often wonder if they have spinal cords. The answer is yes – iguanas belong to the vertebrates, which means they have a spine containing a spinal cord. They have at least 24…

  • 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…

  • Do Groundhogs Eat Squash and Zucchini? (How to prevent it!)

    Do Groundhogs Eat Squash and Zucchini? (How to prevent it!)

    Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, are one of the most common pests in North America. They can be found in many different environments, including forests, fields, and even urban areas. Groundhogs are mostly herbivores, meaning that they eat mostly plants including tomatoes, onions, and other vegetables and flowers in your garden – and yes, this…

  • How do Crayfish Breathe? (Do They Need Water to Breathe?)

    How do Crayfish Breathe? (Do They Need Water to Breathe?)

    Crayfish, like every other animal species on the planet, breathe oxygen. But how do they obtain oxygen? And do they need water to breathe? Let’s get into it! Because crayfish are aquatic, they have the same respiratory system as fish, crabs, and lobsters that breathe oxygen via their gills. Like crabs, their gills have adapted…

  • Do Birds Poop While Flying? (+ Other cool bird poop facts!)

    Do Birds Poop While Flying? (+ Other cool bird poop facts!)

    While we know birds as flying animals and studied them at some point in our science classes, there are still many things to learn about them. Birds have a high metabolic rate that allows them to process foods quickly. Because of this, they have to excrete wastes more often than other animals. Because most birds…