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Short-tailed Shearwater
Short-tailed Shearwater (Puffinus tenuirostris) The Short-tailed Shearwater, Puffinus tenuirostris, Yolla, or Moonbird, commonly known as the muttonbird in Australia, is the…
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Kiwi Bird Conservation
Kiwi Bird Conservation and Threats The kiwi, New Zealand’s iconic national bird, is a cherished cultural treasure and symbol of…
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Dogs
Companion Animals for Your Canine
5 Companion Animals for Your Canine Friend Dogs, known for their loyal and sociable nature, often thrive in the company…
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What Eats Shellfish?
What Eats Shellfish? What Do Shellfish Eat? We explore the world of shellfish, a diverse group of aquatic animals,…
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Rose-faced Parrots
Rose-faced Parrots (Gypopsitta pulchra) One of our favourites parrots is the Rose-faced Parrot (Gypopsitta pulchra), a stunning bird native to…
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Carnivore
What Is A Carnivore?
What Is A Carnivore? What Do Carnivores Eat? A carnivore is an animal that eats other animals. The word carnivore…
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Birds
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Backyard Birds
The 8 Best Quality Chicken Brooders
The 8 Best Quality Chicken Brooders: The Complete Guide There are some essential pieces of equipment you will need to raise chicks. A chicken brooder is one of these items. A chicken brooder can be described as a Mummy for…
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Bird Forehead Or Frontal Shield
Drawing and Specifications of a Bird Forehead The bird’s head is found above the beak and between the eyes. The color, markings, and shape of the forehead are often different between species. Some bird species have a bill that extends…
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Short-tailed Shearwater
Short-tailed Shearwater (Puffinus tenuirostris) The Short-tailed Shearwater, Puffinus tenuirostris, Yolla, or Moonbird, commonly known as the muttonbird in Australia, is the most abundant seabird species in Australian waters and is one of the few Australian native birds in which the chicks…
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Backyard Birds
The 8 Best Quality Chicken Brooders
The 8 Best Quality Chicken Brooders: The Complete Guide There are some essential pieces of equipment you will need to raise chicks. A chicken brooder is one of these items. A chicken brooder can be described as a Mummy for…
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birds
Short-tailed Shearwater
Short-tailed Shearwater (Puffinus tenuirostris) The Short-tailed Shearwater, Puffinus tenuirostris, Yolla, or Moonbird, commonly known as the muttonbird in Australia, is the most abundant seabird species in Australian waters and is one of the few Australian native birds in which the chicks…
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birds
Short-tailed Shearwater
Short-tailed Shearwater (Puffinus tenuirostris) The Short-tailed Shearwater, Puffinus tenuirostris, Yolla, or Moonbird, commonly known as the muttonbird in Australia, is the most abundant seabird species in Australian waters and is one of the few Australian native birds in which the chicks…
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Feeding Muscovy & Feeding Wild Ducks
Feeding Muscovy & Feeding Wild Ducks – Why You Shouldn’t Feed Them Muscovy ducks are omnivorous, feeding on worms, insects, fish, and reptiles. They also forage for larvae and pupae usually found under rocks, aquatic animals, snails and crabs. They…
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Breeding
The Best Egg Incubators
The Best Egg Incubators For Chickens, Ducks, and Quails Hatching eggs at home can be a fun project and it’s good for kids to learn how chickens are born and how the life cycle works. Having a chicken be born…
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Reptiles
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Reptiles
Alligators
The Alligators (Crocodilia Order) Having spent the past year in Florida, I have seen alligators of all sizes with a mixture of fascination and respect. I am amazed at their size and, of course, the fearsome looking teeth. I have seen the crocodilians (as the…
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Alligators
What Eats An Alligator Or Crocodile?
10 Alligator Predators: What Eats An Alligator Or Crocodile? The complete guide to all predators that eat an alligator or crocodile Along with cockroaches, alligators and crocodiles are one of the few animals to have not changed much over the years. Scientists believe that their…
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Lizards
What Eats Lizards?
What Eats Lizards? What do Lizard Eat? There are many kinds, or species, of lizard, and most of them have a lot of predators or natural enemies. Many kinds of birds eat small lizards. Larger birds of prey such as hawks, owls, and eagles hunt,…
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Do Peacocks Eat Snakes and How Do They Kill Them?
Yes, peacocks eat snakes when the opportunity presents itself. In fact, in India the word used to call a peacock is ‘mayura,’ which translates as “the killer of snakes.” Many wealthy people and farmers alike keep peacocks on their property to specifically keep cobras away,…
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Reptiles
What Eats Turtles?
What Eats Turtles? What Do Turtles Eat? Freshwater turtles have lots of natural enemies, or predators. In the tropics they are eaten by crocodiles, alligators and caimans, which crunch through their shells and gulp them down. Some big cats such as jaguars will also bite…
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Spiders
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Jumping Spiders
Species Of Jumping Spiders (Portia) Jumping spiders of the genus Portia are a fascinating group of spiders found throughout many tropical and sub-tropical regions around the world. There are over 20 described species in this genus, all displaying incredible hunting…
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Do Crickets Eat Spiders?
Do Crickets Eat Spiders Or Do Spiders Eat Them? Yes, crickets do eat spiders; of course, that would depend on the species and the size of the spider. In general, spiders are a delicacy for most insects, so crickets are…
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History of Arachnology
History of Arachnology: How Spiders Became More Than Just Insects The history of arachnology and how it evolved over the centuries is a fascinating read in itself. Learn the path that spiders took from being just another insect to a…
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12 Common House Spiders: Just Who’s Hanging Out In Your Bath?
The Great House Spider Safari There are just over six hundred different sorts of spider in the British Isles. But of these, only a handful are commonly found in houses. But before we take a deeper look at the most…
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Spider Poems, Stories & Etymology – A Look Through History
Any look at spider poems and stories wouldn’t be complete without first understanding the word ‘spider’ itself, where it comes from and what it means. So with that said, let’s do just that. However, you can also skip ahead using…
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Spider Ecology: Taking A Look At Molting, Mimicry & More
Spider Ecology Spider ecology is a very diverse topic, which includes Spider Reproduction and Spider Diet – both of which have their own pages. Other aspects of spider ecology include growth, dispersal, survival and their effects on the environment they live in. I…
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