Conservationists successfully teach young regent honeyeaters how to sing their unique song
When wildlife photographer Richard Shaw spotted a rare regent honeyeater on the New South Wales Mid North Coast, he was not sure if his eyes were playing tricks on him. The species is critically endangered, and it is estimated that there are fewer than 300 wild birds remaining. “My first thought was, ‘Is that what […]
Pet allergies: How to help treat scratching, licking and biting
About five years ago, Gail Friedman noticed her Parson Russell Terrier was constantly licking his paws and seemed super uncomfortable. “The poor dog. I would put baby socks on his feet so that he wouldn’t lick them or bite at them,” said Friedman, of Oak Brook, Illinois. “I was constantly changing the socks, washing his […]
Make your garden a safe haven for robins this winter with these expert tips
Up to half of garden birds die of cold and hunger in winter. Here’s how to help them survive. ADVERTISEMENT Although Europe isn’t facing the biting cold snaps of previous Christmases, us humans aren’t the only ones who feel it when the temperatures drop. Robins and other native birds are under increasing danger due to […]