Read all about how California ground squirrels assess risk in a human-dominated environment with our newest Field Notes piece by our own ABGGer Chelsea Ortiz.
Creature Feature: Superb Lyrebird
Anything you can do, I can do better! Found frequently in Australia’s wet and temperate forest, male superb lyrebirds (Menura novaehollandiae) have evolved to produce an ever-escalating array of vocalizations and dance moves to impress females and stand out against other males. BBC Wildlife first showcased these intelligent, mimicking birds in a video that has…
Sunday Sketch: Gone Fishing
A fact about how birds that can’t dive find food on the shallow end of the pool
Field Frame Friday: Come on kiddo, momma needs a snack!
Most seal species have enough stored energy to be able to fast during nursing periods, staying out of the water for up to 6 weeks without food. Harbor seal (Phoca vitulina) moms, on the other hand, will take their pups on foraging trips while the pups are still nursing- sometimes even hours after birth! [Photo…
Ask a Scientist: Dog Demeanor
How do I understand my dog?
Sunday Sketch: Make way for Brood X
A fact about a huge event that may be currently underway right now
Field Frame Friday: Squirrels vs. snakes
California ground squirrels (Otospermophilus beecheyi) have an immunity to rattlesnake venom which they slowly develop as they become adults. Thus, adult California ground squirrels will fight off snakes to protect their pups from harm. However, when highly stressed, that immunity is lowered making them more susceptible to rattlesnake bites. [Photo and caption by Chelsea Ortiz] Holding, M….
Arts & Crafts: Tiger Portrait
Get up close and personal with this young explorer’s tiger art!
Creature Feature: Feral Cats
Cats that live outside? Check out this week’s creature feature to learn more!
Sunday Sketch: World Penguin Day
A fact for World Penguin Day
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