Explore the Outdoors!
Here, I write about animals and their small curiosities, feeding habits, and their role in the ecosystem!
In the state of Rhode Island, the Black-capped Chickadee is the most frequent bird feeder visiter, and then comes the colorful Northern Cardinal, Blue Jay and Downy Woodpecker! Over time, we see that most backyard birds are doing well in Rhode Island, with most species generally increasing their presence at bird feeders.
In the last few years, backyard bird watching has become very popular in Indiana – and for good reason! Watching birds from the comfort of your own garden is an exceptionally undervalued experience and it is so easy to get started. The absolute most numerous backyard birds in Indiana are: The House Sparrow, The House…
With its North-eastern location close to the sea, the state of Massachusetts is an ideal location for bird feeding all year. The types of birds observed at bird feeders in the suburban gardens of Boston are representative of backyard birds observed throughout the states of New England. The state of Massachusetts is home to more…
Whether you live in St. Louis, Springfield, or Chicago, you really don’t have to plan a trip to the Sand Ridge or Shawnee state forests to see incredible wildlife in Illinois! Lots of fascinating birds are already jumping around in your yard or eating from your bird feeder. But maybe you ask yourself – what…
Have you ever wondered if chickens can spit or droll? Or maybe you wonder if your pet parrots use saliva to digests their food? Well, then you are in the right place as I will answer these questions in this post!
What are the most common backyard birds in Hawaii and how often do they occur at bird feeders? This question will be answered in this post on Hawaiian garden birds!
It’s always important to make sure your pet reptile is in good health. But when it comes to caring for them, you want to be extra careful about which products you use. Neosporin can be safe for reptiles when used appropriately and in moderation. However, it is essential to consult with a qualified reptile veterinarian…
Sea sponges are invertebrates. Sponges are an unusual group of animals in that they lack a nervous system. Instead, the sponges have ‘sensory cells’ that can detect chemicals in the water. Although sponges do have a skeleton made from calcium as we do, this is a very different kind of skeleton from what vertebrate animals…
Sponges are fascinating creatures that have been around for over 500 million years! These simple animals are actually very complex and play an important role in the marine ecosystem. Sponges are omnivores, which means they will eat just about anything they can filter from the water. They are filter feeders and use special cells to…
As a marine enthusiast and a frequent visitor to the beach, I often find myself fascinated by the curious behavior and unique relationships between different sea creatures. One such relationship that has caught my attention is that between crabs and jellyfish.Do crabs eat jellyfish? Yes, some species of crabs are known to eat jellyfish. In…
