Snowdonia National Park: A Wildlife Enthusiast’s Guide
Standing at 3,650 feet (1,111 meters), Snowdon is the tallest mountain in Wales and the largest mountain in Great Britain south of Scotland. Surrounding this…
Peak District Wildlife Visitor’s Guide
Covering an area of 555 square miles (1,436 square kilometers), the Peak District, at the heart of England, is a rugged landscape with rolling mountain…
Yorkshire Dales Wildlife Visitor’s Guide
When it comes to the most beautiful parts of England, the Yorkshire Dales almost always get a mention. More than 8 million tourists flock to…
Bird Plumage: Evolutionary Significance of Bird Colors
I think that birds are among some of the most beautiful creatures on the planet. What’s truly special about them is the diversity in terms…
Alpine Fauna Resilience: Surviving High-Altitude Environments
Imagine having to survive in some of the harshest conditions on the planet. Extreme temperature changes between day and night, strong winds, and high altitudes…
Lake District Visitor’s Wildlife Guide
With more than 155 species of birds, and an incredible array of mammals, aquatic species, and insects, the Lake District in the northern part of…
Exploring Kingfishers: Anatomy, Behaviors, & Species
The kingfisher is such an iconic bird all over the world. So much so that it was the inspiration behind the design of the Japanese…
Animals that Sequester Toxins from their Diet
You’re probably aware that many animals are toxic or poisonous but did you know that not all toxic animals naturally produce these dangerous chemicals? In…
Manatees 101: Everything You Need to Know About Sea Cows
The manatee is an aquatic mammal that lives in coastal areas and slow-moving waters throughout the Americas and the West Coast of Africa. Commonly called…
Ant Mimicry: Insects that Pretend to be Ants
It is estimated that there are around 15,700 species of ants but outside of this, there are also many insects that actually pretend to be…