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Do ducks kill their babies if humans touch them? The short answer is no. However, there is so much more to this question than a simple yes or no answer. As an expert in the field of animal behavior and a lover of all things duck-related, I’ve been asked this question countless times. In this…
Do robins kill their babies? This is a question I often get asked by curious readers and bird enthusiasts alike. The short answer is, yes – robins may sometimes kill their own offspring, but this behavior is uncommon and occurs under specific circumstances. In this blog post, I will delve deeper into this intriguing topic…
Do sparrows kill their babies?This is a question that has puzzled many bird enthusiasts and sparked numerous debates among wildlife experts. As a wildlife researcher and bird lover, I have spent countless hours observing and studying the behavior of sparrows and other birds in their natural habitats. In this blog post, I will share my…
Yes, some bird species do eat their babies, but it is not a common occurrence in the avian world.This topic is a bit gruesome and hard to digest, but it’s important to understand the reasons behind it in order to fully appreciate the complexities of bird behavior. As a bird enthusiast, I have spent countless…
Do doves kill their babies? The short answer is no, doves do not intentionally kill their babies. However, there are instances where baby doves may be accidentally harmed or killed by their parents. In this blog post, I will explore the reasons behind this phenomenon and share my first-hand experiences with raising doves. I will…
As a biologist, I have spent countless hours observing and studying the fascinating world of birds. One question that has piqued my curiosity is:why do cranes kill their young? This seemingly bizarre and counterproductive behavior is, in fact, a well-documented phenomenon in the crane world, and it has a basis in evolutionary biology. In this…
Doves can be found in a wide array of places. From open savanna and grassland to mountain forests and scrub, they are adaptable creatures. Doves usually sleep in a tree where they can be safe from predators. They may also sleep on the ground if they can find a sheltered spot. Urban and rural environments…
Groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, typically begin preparing for hibernation in the late fall. They may start to spend more time in their burrows and may eat more to build up fat reserves to sustain them during their hibernation period. Hibernation usually begins in October or November and lasts until February or later depending on…
The groundhog is a member of the rodent family and is closely related to the squirrel. These animals are usually brown or gray in color and have a bushy tail. Groundhogs can grow to be about two feet long and weigh up to 15 pounds. Groundhogs are often found munching on potatoes in farmers’ fields.…
Gophers are a common sight in many backyards across North America. These furry creatures may look cute and cuddly, but they can be a nuisance when they start digging up your garden! Gophers are herbivores and eat grass, roots, vegetables, and fruits most of the time. However, they may eat insects, nuts, and mushrooms from…
