A grasshopper is mainly made up of three parts: the head, the thorax and the abdomen. The legs and antennae extend from these ...

I've hiked trails along the Himalayas and the Andes but wasn't prepared for what was waiting for me on a European walking ...

Since its founding in 1812, The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University (the Academy) has built and cared for its world-class collections of more than 19 million specimens, serving as a ...

Almost a decade ago, wildlife photographer Alan McFadyen captured a shot that would become legendary: a kingfisher diving perfectly into the water, not a single splash in sight. The journey to that ...

Around this time of year and around Richmond town centre, the usually wide and deep River Thames shrinks to the width of a modest stream. This is the Richmond Draw Off, and is a chance to see this ...

Squirrels: Are they just rats with better PR? Be advised that this is not safe reading material for squirrel lovers, or even squirrel apologists. In my opinion, squirrels are worse than rats—smarter, ...

Come along for a relaxing afternoon of bird photography at the serene little harbour of Lake Kerkini in Greece. From the quiet of a moored boat, we capture stunning moments with a striking Kingfisher, ...

Like the now-dry pond named after it near the San Pedro River, the green kingfisher, once a popular attraction for birdwatchers there, is not doing well in Southern Arizona. Our region is one of only ...

Lawns require a lot of care to stay healthy and green. Overseeding or reseeding thinning grass is a regular part of annual lawn maintenance. Unfortunately, the neighborhood birds are ready and waiting ...

Aly Lopez was a writer on the sleep and wellness team at CNET. She tested, researched and reviewed sleep and health-related products, technology and trends. She received her bachelor's degree in ...

Learn how to draw bird wings with confidence! From feather structure to wing anatomy and shape variations, this guide breaks it all down step by step. #BirdWings #DrawingWings #ArtAnatomy ...

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