Now, owls can be found all around the world except Antarctica, as 200 species of them are living. Along with the outer appearance and loud, continuous voice, the most important factor that can scare some animals or humans are their eyes. Has anyone ever wondered why all the owl species have such wide eyes? This is because they don’t have any eyeballs, they more likely have a long, tubular-shaped eye which doesn’t allow any movement within the socket and most importantly, they are farsighted. Having binocular vision, they focus on the prey, calculate the distance and finally go for the…
Author: Albert
Owls are one of the most popular nocturnal animals found in nature. The whole world can see any one species of owl in that particular habitat. Each species differs from the other by its physical appearance, behaviour, and other habits but here we are mainly going to focus on the eyes. Two of the most known species of owl with red eyes are the stygian owl and albino screech owl. The stygian owl or scientifically known as Asio stygius belongs to the family Strigidae which are found around Mexico, Cuba, and other places as well. On the other hand, the…
Wide-eyed, round-faced, and chubby-bodied, owls are one of the most interesting creatures to look at and study and are a constant feature in many of our myths and folktales. Wise-looking and mysterious, these primarily nocturnal birds swoop through the night sky in search of their prey which they then kill and consume with brutal force. One of the most effective raptor birds, they are equipped with a number of physical capabilities that enable them to be as vicious to their prey as they are. From sharp talons that can squeeze the life out of their prey to ridged wings that…
Like you and me, and almost all other living organisms in the world, birds need mainly three things to survive and thrive in this world: proper nutrition, hydration, and shelter. Winter is a harsh and cruel monster that takes away all three of these things, and we must take due care to make sure our backyard friends are not left to fend for themselves during these difficult times. Winter birds suffer a very high mortality rate when the temperature gets colder, but with a little help from your side and ours, we can make sure that they are able to…
Canadian geese are a wondrous animal, characterized by their elegant brown-gray color and appearance. They are not an uncommon sight by any means, common all over the North American continent. Though we know of many bird species where the male and female are distinctively different from one another, these birds are not one of them. The male and the female are almost entirely identical and it takes a keen eye and some nuanced bird knowledge (which we are going to give you in just a second now!) to spot the subtle but present differences. So without further ado, let us…
When we say poultry farming or animal husbandry, Russia most certainly is not the first or second thing you think about. Russia is often misconceived to be gloomy desolate land where in reality, Russia has a booming poultry farming market, and even exports to many neighboring regions. When talking of poultry farming, an essential animal is a chicken – bred for eternity for its meat and eggs. So today we are going to look at the most popular Russian chicken breeds and go in-depth into all that you have to know about them. So without further ado, let’s get into…
Highly intelligent and fascinating to learn about, ravens are large all-black birds with a world of fun facts hidden underneath their black and brown iridescent wings. They are pretty widespread and can get pretty shy as birds, thus they tend to stay away from urbanized areas usually. A reason these birds are as widespread as they are is attributed to their vast and varied diet, which is highly opportunistic and flexible. From seeds, grains, fruits, and berries to rodents, small mammals, and even carrion. There is a common misconception though that the raven is a bird of prey – owing…
One of the most widely distributed passerine birds, the Common Raven (Corvus corax) is a large, all-black bird that is now a frequent sight in many urban situations. Their population has grown to such an extent that in many areas, they are even considered pets! This popularity among species can simply be attributed to its vast and varied diet that is omnivorous in nature but more importantly, is highly flexible and can be made to include whatever is available at a given moment from seeds and fruit to carrion. A rare sight when you talk about these sinister-looking birds is…
Belonging to the Corvidae or the Crow family, ravens are one of the sharpest and most intelligent birds of all of the birds in the world. Not only are they great at learning tricks and following them to the, but they have also been observed engaging in problem-solving and critical thinking skills all by themselves, without any form of humanitarian aid or prodding. Though they might not seem the playful, fun-loving types at first glance, ravens, especially young ones, love to soar through the sky and display various acrobatics and games from the sky. If you have ever heard the…
Ravens are massive all-black passerine birds that stand at a significant height when compared to their more common cousin, crows. Eagles, on the other hand, are large and powerfully built birds of prey, equipped with incredibly increased senses that allow them to continue with their hearty appetite. Both huge birds, known for their intelligence and bravery respectively, are fascinating birds to study. Occupying the same skies as they do in many parts of the North American continent, it is important we know the differences between the two birds, so that you may have a better idea of who the massive…