by Mary Caton There are times when a parrot owner realizes that they can no longer take care of a beloved pet. Before looking for a new home, you need to ask yourself why you want to re-home your bird. Maybe it’s a behavioral issue that you need help with. As parrots are incredibly intelligent […] …
Ecosystems benefit from Tiger’s presence
A groundbreaking study was just released in the journal Biological Conservation. Written by Thinley et al. (2018), it deals with the ecosystem services provided by tigers (Panthera tigris) to villagers in Bhutan. The authors found strong evidence that the presence of tigers near villages can limit both crop and livestock losses. At its core, this […] …
Debonair Duck
via Sharp Dressed Dabbling Duck — The Wilden Marsh Blog
Pathways in the snow
We are never alone, there's always someone out and about, living, thriving.
Snow-laden beauties
Coniferous trees and snow are the hallmarks of the local landscape. Always beautiful, sometimes even whimsy.
Window on the world
Lucky to have a wonderful view of the wild birds that visit the feeders and hastily strewn peanuts at the side of the house. Their visits bring joy to each and every day.
February: winter’s showcase
As someone born in the month of sun and cold, I declare February to be winter's showcase month! Yes It's cold, but the combination of bright skies upon the snow-laden landscape is unmatched. Soon, spring will blanket the fields with green, and the lakes and rivers will flow again. But for now, snow cover allows …
Gargoyle Woes
My garden gargoyle Agnes is showing some winter whimsy, with her snow-capped head and shoulders. I wonder if she's dreaming of the coming spring, warm sunshine, and daffodils - I know I am!
Winter’s Hardships
Winter weather has enveloped wild horse country along with the cold tempatures and the snow has really started to accumulate. As the snow pack deepens it becomes more challenging for all the wildlife including the wild horses. Using their broad hooves, they must dig through the snow to find forage. In conditions like this […] via …
World Wildlife Day to Focus on Big Cats!
https://www.youtube.com/embed/_NV4U7qLrJk?version=3&rel=1&fs=1&autohide=2&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&wmode=transparent March 3, 2018 will be World Wildlife Day. Since 2013, the United Nations has set aside this day to celebrate the earth’s extraordinary biodiversity – and to call attention to the threats to that diversity. This year’s World Wildlife Day will focus big cats. As the UN has pointed out, big cats are extraordinary […] …
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