Losing a pet can be traumatic for the entire family. The Humane Society of the United States provides advice on what to do if you lose your pet. Contact local animal shelters and animal control agencies. Check your phone book or search online for local shelters and report your pet missing. You should file a […]
In an experiment using zebra finches which are native to Australia, scientists at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland discovered some interesting choices made by the birds. Zebra finch males are the ones that build the nests. Choosing 21 birds, the researchers wallpapered the walls of their enclosure with blue, pink or yellow pastel […]
The BP Oil Spill occurred on April 20, 2010 in the Gulf of Mexico, following an explosion on an oil rig that triggered the outpour of oil from the sea-floor. The leak continued for 3 months and was stopped on July 15, 2010. This was the largest oil spill on record and has the potential […]
