Middlesex University in London, ran a study to find out if ducks have different accents. The researchers discovered that depending on the area ducks live in, they pick up the regional accents in their quacks. Those ducks that live in big cities, having to contend with traffic noises, have louder, abrasive quacks. Those ducks whose […]
Hinge-back tortoises originally come from the African rainforests, particularly the Ivory Coast, Congo and Nigeria. There are a number of species of hinge-backs, but the Bell’s Hinge-back is the usual pet. An adult hinge-back’s size is up to 9 inches in diameter and weight is about 4 1/2 lbs. When purchasing a hinge-back, check the […]
The Bird Care & Conservation Society of South Australia provides guidelines on how to treat an injured or distressed bird: Do: Handle the bird carefully, for your sake and his. Take the bird away from possible sources of dangers such as other animals and extreme weather conditions. Provide a warm protected environment for the bird, […]
