Where Do Flower Names Come From?
Shorthand descriptions about flowers were used to pass information about them on to others. These descriptions allowed people to pass on information quickly about where …
Shorthand descriptions about flowers were used to pass information about them on to others. These descriptions allowed people to pass on information quickly about where …
The vulture has a bad reputation as an omen of death and disease carriers. Media depictions and stereotypes stop us from seeing the beauty of …
The American alligator is a fearsome and iconic species found in the southeastern waterways of the US. For those that live in these areas, this …
Feeding badgers in your garden will divide opinions as some people love badgers and others don’t want them anywhere near their homes or gardens. Feeding …
Crows don’t get the same level of affection as some of the songbirds in our gardens, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be one of …
The word carnivore evokes large predators like big cats and wolves hunting their prey and feasting on the remains. We see them as strong, powerful …
Whether a bird is an animal should be an easy question when looking at these creatures’ physiological complexity, behaviors, and life cycles. Yet, we often …
If you ever hold a bird in your hand, it is hard to believe that something that small and lightweight could have a complex skeletal …
Bald eagles are one of the most recognizable bird species in North America. The dark body profile, white head, and strong yellow beak are a …
The taiga is an exciting ecosystem in the northern ranges. It is not as cold and hostile as the tundra, so that some species can …
It is easy to get caught up in the idea that birds are all coming together to create this perfect sound in the morning. We …
Fish are essential to many birds’ diets, from small kingfishers to massive eagles and pelicans. But how are they able to catch these fish with …