An injured or broken wing is a serious injury for a bird, and can be extremely traumatic for them. It is essential to treat the bird in the appropriate way depending on the situation at hand. If you have found an injured wild bird there is a different set of rules to if you have…
It is a fact that animal poop is endlessly fascinating (if a little disgusting!). The color, shape, and contents of animal feces can indicate which animal it belongs to, and what its diet is made up of. If you’re a keen nature lover or simply a curious mind, you may have come across the droppings…
There are a surprising number of animals which can look a lot like beavers, especially when you’re out in the field and you don’t get a good enough view for a positive ID. Several species of mammal have adapted to freshwater environments and become semi-aquatic. Perhaps you hear a splash, see a fluffy brown shape…
The list of birds with orange beaks is vast – it is a common attribute in the bird world. So it’s understandable if you’ve come here looking to identify a species you have seen with an orange beak (also called bill). This stunning bill color comes from carotenoids, pigments from foods the birds consume. But…
Tilapia are among the most satisfactory fish for fish farming due to their accelerated growth pattern in warm water, ease of breeding, tolerance for low-quality water, and feeding flexibility (both for natural and artificial food). Tilapia feed on a wide variety of food sources, although there are differences in nutritional requirements depending on the growth…
Skunks are omnivorous mammals best known for their ability to spray a noxious liquid to ward off predators. This foul-smelling secretion is composed of several chemicals including thiols, which are also present in garlic and onions. The skunk’s main defense against predators is its unique ability to aim its anal glands at an attacker’s eyes,…