Animals
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Eek! 8 bugs and arachnids in Arizona that give us the chills
Arizona has lots of creepy crawlies, including beetles that cause blisters, bugs that suck blood, and wasps that can paralyze their prey.
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What happens if a Gila monster bites you? Here’s how venomous they are
Here is everything to know about Gila monsters and why you should avoid them.
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Hummingbirds are on the move. Here’s when to see them in Arizona
Here is everything to know about hummingbird migration season, plus the best times to see them in Arizona.
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4 animal sanctuaries in Arizona (plus the animals you’ll see at each one)
Learn about the critters that these incredible animal sanctuaries in Arizona have saved.
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Why are grasshoppers everywhere in Phoenix right now? Here’s the cause
Grasshoppers are a common sight across Arizona, but why does it seem like there’s an excess of them right now?
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20 festivals in Arizona you won’t want to miss this summer
Explore festivals in Arizona this summer, from comic cons and pride parades to chili cook-offs, pirate weekends, art fairs, and more.
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Arizona has the most kinds of rattlesnakes. Here’s how to avoid bites
Snake season in Arizona typically ramps up in spring and runs through early fall, when rising temperatures bring snakes out to hunt and mate. Here’s how to stay safe.
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Accessible walks bring the joys of birding to people with mobility and other limitations
Birding for Every BODY in Tucson is part of a growing national movement to help people with physical and other limitations experience birding and nature.
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Where to find the most scenic dispersed camping in Arizona
Boondocking, free camping, or dispersed camping in Arizona is a great way to experience freedom—and unbeatable views—on a budget.
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Move over, Moo Deng. Cute little pygmy hippo in Arizona needs a name
A pygmy hippopotamus born in metro Phoenix a few weeks ago needs a name. Here’s how to vote for one.
