What Human Foods Can Cockatiels Eat?

Cockatiels are natural herbivores which means in their natural habitat they’ll only eat plant matter. This includes fruits, vegetables, seeds and grasses. Keep this in mind when eating dinner and deciding to share some with your pet cockatiel. If you’re having a hamburger and french fries for dinner, it wouldn’t be smart to share it … Read more

Do Crickets Eat Spiders?

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Do crickets eat spiders? 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 pretty happy to have access to them and will readily eat spiders as well. Crickets will usually go for spiders … Read more

Do Crickets Eat Fruit?

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Do crickets eat fruit? Yes, crickets eat fruit. As you may know, crickets are omnivores, which means that they can eat fruits, plants, and animal matter. Many crickets will choose to indulge in fruits.  Fruit flies tend to be high in carbohydrates and other nutrients, which are necessary for a cricket’s survival. They especially love … Read more

Can Rats Eat Crickets? Here’s Everything You Need To Know…

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If you thought rats were nothing more than dirty, smelly, sewer rodents, think again. They are intelligent and highly social animals, capable of forming close bonds with their caregivers. It’s no wonder they’re becoming trendy pets. However, they have complex needs and require lots of care. So, what can you feed them? Can rats eat … Read more

Do Insects Have A Nervous System: Do Bugs Feel Pain?

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“Do insects feel pain?” is a thought that may cross our minds when we swat a fly or step on a beetle. Of course, our nervous systems contain specialized cells. These allow us to feel sensations like pain, but do insects have a similar system? The answer is more complex than one might think. Scientists … Read more

When Do Deer Shed Their Antlers?

When Do Deer Shed Their Antlers?

Antlers are one the most interesting parts of a deer and it fascinates everyone who has ever laid eyes on this beautiful creature.  But did you know that deer shed and grow new antlers every year? Yes, you heard that right, and you can actually collect them when this time of the year comes around. … Read more

The 20 Weirdest and Most Interesting Insects in the World

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It’s no secret that weird insects give us the creeps. Of course, who wouldn’t be afraid of the giant, flying beetles or venomous spiders? While these insects may be intimidating, there is another side to the insect world. It is filled with unique and fascinating species that you may have never even heard of before. … Read more

What Do Insects Eat: Diet, Facts & List

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About 90% of insects make up the animal species, and these little critters are in every habitat on the earth. They come in various shapes, sizes, and colors and have adapted to survive even in the harshest environments. One major adaptation that allows insects to thrive is their diverse diet. Now, you may wonder, “What … Read more

Are Sandhill Cranes Aggressive?

Sandhill Cranes Aggressive

Like many other birds across the animal kingdom, Sandhill cranes won’t become aggressive unless they are presented with an immediate threat such as predators approaching their nest or another animal attacking their mate.   Often birds such as ravens, crows, eagles and some owls try to attack their nests in order to eat their eggs which … Read more