WildLifeFAQ (Mark Jess)
Owls are widely considered to be among the world’s most intriguing and enigmatic birds of prey. There are over 200 different species of owls that can be found on every continent on the planet, with the exception of Antarctica. There are only 19 different species of owls that are found in the wild in the
WildLifeFAQ (Mark Jess)
Generally – owls don’t attack humans. However, where there’s overlap in habitat or extra pressures (such as when nesting) owls have been known to attack humans. Why Do Owls Attack Humans? In an ideal world – owls would never attack humans. They are awake at different times to us and their ideal habitat isn’t an
WildLifeFAQ (Mark Jess)
The word “apex” derives from Latin and literally means “peak” or “top.” A species is considered an apex predator if it is at the very top of the food chain and does not have any natural enemies in its environment. Apex predators are defined in terms of the dynamics of the food chain. This term
WildLifeFAQ (Mark Jess)
Sandhill cranes are easily identifiable by their bright red foreheads, white cheeks, and long, black bills with pointed tips. During flying, their lengthy, black legs trail behind them, while their lengthy necks remain in a straight position. Birds that are still immature have upper parts that are reddish-brown and underparts that are grey. Both sexes
WildLifeFAQ (Mark Jess)
The Northern Mockingbird is a medium-sized passerine bird that is a member of the Mimidae family and is indigenous to North America. It has two long tail feathers, grayish-gray upper body feathers, almost-white underparts, and remarkable spotting and spotting patterns across its wings. The most notable characteristic of these birds is their propensity for singing
WildLifeFAQ (Mark Jess)
One of their most recognizable features is the stark contrast of black and white that characterizes magpies. Their black legs, bills, and heads are contrasted with pure white patches on their bellies, wings, and backs respectively. Iridescent feathers cover their tails and wings, giving the appearance of different colors of green and purple depending on