Seabiscuit – An American Legend by Laura Hillenbrand Ms. Hillenbrand has written a magical book about a horse that while short in stature, stands hands above all other racehorses. Ms. Hillenbrand makes you feel as though you were there throughout the ups and downs of Seabiscuit’s career along with owner Charles Howard, incredible trainer, Tom […]
Amphibians are facing extinction around the world. The main cause is a deadly parasitic fungus known as amphibian chytrid, but amphibians are also suffering from habitat loss, climate change, pollution, pesticides and introduced species. The Panamanian golden frog is in danger because of chytrid fungus. This disease affects the amphibian’s skin, through which it breathes […]
Here is a list of some of the more common plants toxic to reptiles. Most include all species of a particular plant. If you know of any other plants that may be toxic, please add them to the list. Amaryllis Apricot – (pits, leaves and bark) Apple – (seeds, leaves, bark) Avocado – (pit, leaves, […]
