Endangered Sharks: A Crisis in Our Oceans
Sharks are feared by humans, but there are many more threats to them than they pose to us. There are more than 1000 species of…
Animal Master Builders: Nature’s Engineering Marvels
Animals may not have bricks and mortar, but that doesn’t stop them from building some pretty impressive homes. From the elegance of the spider’s web…
Animals that Undertake Extraordinary Migrations
For humans, getting from A to B usually involves hopping in the car or, for very long distances, a train, boat, or plane. But we…
Carnivorous Fish: Ocean Predators
Just as on land, the ocean is filled with a diverse community of fish that make up various food chains. While some fish are further…
North American Water Snakes: A Comprehensive Guide
Water snakes are only around 200 species of snake that are classed as semi-aquatic. They are usually found in aquatic environments, but spend time both…
Ingenious Ways Insects Hunt & Capture their Prey
Imagine being a bug; catching a meal might not be as simple when you’re that small. But just because creepy crawlies aren’t the largest creatures…
Bird Mimicry: Nature’s Imitators
Birds are amazing for many different reasons, but one of the things that blows my mind is their ability to imitate sounds. These could be…
Animal Mating Rituals That Lead to Death
Finding a mate for humans is serious business that often results in a lifelong partnership. However, for many animals, mating is a matter of course…
Venomous Mammals: From Shrews to the Platypus
If you thought that it was only animals that slither, crawl, and skitter that were venomous; think again. Did you know that there are several…
Animals that Feign Death to Escape Predators
Living out there in the animal kingdom is fraught with challenges, and unless you’re at the top of the food chain, you always need to…
