Birds

If you own birds, chances are you have most, if not all, of these harmful products in your home without ever giving them a second thought. Check out this list before you do anything else.

An invasive animal species is one that invades a non-native territory. In the wild, it’s characterized as being ‘non-indigenous,’ where it becomes a catalyst in transforming environmental conditions. In essence, invasives overtake or dominate a territory previously occupied by others.

You dream of getting away to a beach to relax. Put that same desire into your baby's heart with this awesomely cute Pink Flamingo Mobile.

With July 4th fast approaching, we're once again attracted to the holiday colors of red, white and blue. We see it pop up every place — at parades, on flags, clothing and bunting — food coloring is added to desserts and cocktails — and paint is often seen decorating our kids' happy faces. But were you aware Mother Nature is also known to go patriotic, before, during and after Independence Day?

New research is indicating birds' eggs are a major factor in determining high flyers. For instance, based on a Sandpiper’s egg resembling a teardrop, a hummingbird’s looking similar to a jellybean and a owl’s like a golf ball, these characteristics provide clues as to how fast these birds can fly.

Today, it’s not uncommon for pet owners to fill up their households with lots of pets. Whether it’s cats, dogs, birds, snakes, rabbits and/or guinea pigs, today’s 21st Century lifestyle is literally a fertile breeding ground for pets of all shapes, sizes and species — particularly if these menageries can all get along with each other.

White ravens have long been a subject of myth and legend. One legend from the indigenous tribes of the Northwest says that raven was originally white but was turned black from the smoke when it brought fire to man. In one Native American prophecy it is said that the white raven will return when humans become spiritual again. Most of us have probably never even heard of white ravens -- until now.

This is a beautiful lady Cardinal curled up in her nest along with her eggs. Unlike her bright red mate, she is a much duller color that helps keep her hidden in the foliage of her chosen tree.