The sport of falconry is believed to go as far back as 680 B.C. in China. It was probably introduced to Europe arouned 400 A.D. with the Huns and Alans invasions. Falconry now applies to all trained birds of prey used to catch game. The term falconer means one who flies a falcon. Austringer is […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Indonesia Coat Type: long, silky, close to body Color: seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, tabby, tortie or white Temperament: intelligent, very affectionate, playful November’s Cat of the Month This relative of the Siamese is playful and active. With a loving personality, this cat will follow you everywhere. Where does the […]
Iran’s wildlife includes bears, gazelles, wild pigs, wolves, jackals, panthers, Eurasian lynx, and foxes. Domestic animals include sheep, goats, cattle, horses, water buffalo, donkeys, and camels. The pheasant, partridge, stork, eagles and falcon are also native to Iran. Conservation Since the 1979 revolution in Iran, conservation of wildlife has been given very low priority. About […]
