wild animals
Animals the way nature intended it; explore the world of wild animals and the controversies surrounding domestication and hunting of feral beasts.
Nature is a Million Questions. Top Story - March 2021.
It was a Tuesday morning early in June; the sun warm and bright promising a lovely afternoon. I was checking the oil in our tour bus when I felt my sleeve being pulled gently. I turned to see an elderly lady – obviously a tourist here for a visit. “Hello” I said acknowledging her contact.
By Doug Caldwell5 years ago in Petlife
While a squirrel picnic table is not as ridiculous as it sounds
In 2020 the whole world spent more time at home, during which time my girlfriend and I used our ground floor balcony as a way of welcoming the wildlife. At first it was a selection of pigeons, swallows, magpies, wrens, blue tits and robins. But as the year moved on our favourite visitor arrived, Bryan the Squirrel. Bryan became a high point of our day but his visits were always quite limited, that was of course until we added a little addition for him.
By Spencer Hawken5 years ago in Petlife
Measurable Suffering
Measurable Suffering
By Donna Snyder-Smith5 years ago in Petlife
How Locals Negotiate the Dangerous Australian Wildlife
It can’t be denied that some of the world’s most deadly creatures can be found in Australia. Sharks lurk in the ocean. Snakes are numerous and bountiful. Spiders are big and scary or small and deadly. Saltwater crocodiles and box jellyfish rule some parts of the land. Even the kangaroos can pack a deadly kick if aggravated.
By S Z Piraner5 years ago in Petlife
Another Man's Treasure
The pigeon flapped out of the charging toddler’s way, the child squealing in delight as she waddled after it again. Her tiny boots slapped on the damp pavement to match the beat of pigeon wings, echoing around a near vacant Trafalgar Square. Frightened, the bird flitted towards the couple leaning against a lion's hip, just missing their swatting hands.
By Ali Huseynli5 years ago in Petlife
Platypus
Have you ever looked at a platypus and wondered if God was drinking the day that He created this creature? The history of the platypus dates back to prehistoric times when ancestors of this odd creature were known to exist. Both the Teinolophos and the Steropodon were believed to be akin to today’s modern platypus. The oldest known fossil ever found, was determined to be over 100,000 years old.
By Greg Gillis5 years ago in Petlife
Nose Knows
I have lived in cities most of my life. I have, however, had encounters with wildlife where one would least expect to find them. Currently, my husband and I live in a complex that backs to a small woods and a ravine. My nose tells me we have had a visit from a skunk. Its odor reminded me of my last encounter with a skunk.
By Toni Compton5 years ago in Petlife
What do you know about wolves?
I will tell you what I was thinking for the first time when I heard the word. I pictured this terrifying animal, big claws, sharp teeth, ready to break you limb by limb. After someone told me that the dogs we love so much are actually coming from wolves, so I started wondering... If a dog can be so cute and lovable, why people are doing everything they can to run away from their ancestor, the big, bad grey wolf. If you ask yourself the same question keep reading, you may find it interesting!
By Alex Arama5 years ago in Petlife
