Sandhill cranes constantly search the ground with their bills in marshes, open plains, crop fields, or mowed lawns. What exactly could these birds be looking for? What do sandhill cranes eat? Sandhill cranes eat plants … Read more
Owls are one of nature’s stealthiest predators. Their silent flight and sharp talons allow them to effortlessly take down their prey. But what do these nocturnal birds actually eat? Most owls are carnivores, meaning they … Read more
Have you ever wondered about the behaviors of farm animals or various birds in the wild? If so, you must have thought about ducks and why they love to wag their tails. Ducks are some … Read more
Loons, like many (though not all) flying birds, are migratory birds. Migratory birds spend roughly half the year in one place and go somewhere warmer in the winter. Loons spend their summers in the northern … Read more
The American robin is a reasonably common bird in North America. You’ll often see these playful birds hopping around trees in your backyard or on city sidewalks, as they are somewhat accustomed to people. Whether … Read more
Hummingbirds are beautiful, fascinating creatures that are signs of good luck, joy, and wisdom. They can also be helpful to have around, as they play a crucial role in their ecosystem. In part, that’s because … Read more
Birds are lovely creatures that gracefully flit to and fro while singing. Unless they nest in your barn, where they eat grain, poop on livestock and equipment, and otherwise make nuisances of themselves. Birds can … Read more
Ostriches or Struthio camelus have big round eyes, long eyelashes, a shuddering walk, a tolerance to heat, and going without water, just like their namesake, the camel. Once hunted to near extinction, the ostrich’s population … Read more
Swans are revered for their grace and beauty. With significant figures in mythology and art, it can be hard to know what is true and what is fiction when it comes to swans. Swans are … Read more