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Ducklings Scared to Jump
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, May 21, 2013You can almost hear them: "You go first." "No, you go first!" Slowly but surely, this brood cautiously follows Mom. Full Article ›
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Cockatoo Dances to Daft Punk
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, May 3, 2013Crank it up! A white cockatoo gets down to Daft Punk. In the YouTube posting, her owner says he has only seen her dance to this particular song. Not only does she have spunk when she dances, but… Full Article ›
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Pigeons: Unsung Heroes of War
By Linda Lombardi, May 21, 2013For centuries, the fastest way to send a message over a long distance was by homing pigeon. These birds carried news of a new pharaoh to all corners of ancient Egypt and relayed the results of… Full Article ›
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The Birds and the Birds and the Bees
By Linda Lombardi, Apr 30, 2013It’s spring, and birdsongs are starting to fill the air. The tunes are so pretty that it’s easy to forget what this soundtrack is all about: the birds and the bees. In fact, the… Full Article ›
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Parrot Has a Lot to Say
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, Apr 9, 2013Can you catch Neo the African Grey parrot saying “I love you”? Check out his talents in the cute video below. Full Article ›
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'Animal Wise' Explores the Inner Lives of Animals
By Linda Lombardi, Apr 23, 2013Virginia Morell has spent 30 years writing about animals and nature for magazines like National Geographic and Discover. In her heart, Morell has always instinctively known that her pets had… Full Article ›
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Amazing Animal Facts: Bluebirds
By Yvonne Claire Stecher , Apr 2, 2013Bluebirds, just like crocuses and daffodils, are a true harbinger of spring. In many parts of the country, that unmistakable flash of bright blue as the birds busily begin setting up house for… Full Article ›
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Can Dogs and Birds Live Together Safely?
By Mikkel Becker, Apr 23, 2013Q. My dog thinks our pet bird is prey. How do I get him to stop? A. Just because our dogs eat their meals out of a food bowl doesn’t mean predatory behavior is nonexistent. Predatory… Full Article ›
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20 Animals You Might Not Know Are Going Extinct
By Samantha Thornton, Mar 18, 2013Thousands of animal species are listed in the Endangered Species Act, but we found a few that you wouldn't expect to find on the brink of extinction. From household pets to garden pests, here… Full Article ›
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Angry Birds Protect Their Turf
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, Mar 8, 2013Don’t get too close to the geese at this California park. They might look innocent, but they’re serious about defending their territory. If they had a slingshot, they… Full Article ›
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How Can We Keep Our Bird Safe From Our Cat?
By Mikkel Becker, Apr 10, 2013Q. My cat constantly stalks our pet bird and acts like he’s ready to eat her for dinner. Can I do anything to change this situation? A. Felines hunt birds not because they’re… Full Article ›
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Crows Play in the Snow
By Amy Sinatra Ayres , Mar 18, 2013We know dogs adore the snow, but crows? See how these guys have created something of a ski slope out of this car in Russia. Full Article ›