Archive for August, 2010
Meadow Voles
The Meadow Vole (Microtus Pennsylvanicus) can typically be found across Canada, Alaska and the northern parts of the United States and can even be found along the Atlantic coast. Also called the ‘Field Mouse’ or ‘Meadow Mouse’, it is a small nocturnal north American Vole. Unlike some rodents, the Meadow Vole is active all year […]
August 10, 2010
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Cottontail Rabbits
The Cottontail rabbits are a group of wild rabbit species that are closely related to each other. The 16 species of Cottontail rabbits make up the lagomorph genus Sylvilagus. These rabbits are wild rabbits which look pretty similar to the European Wild Rabbit. Most cottontail rabbits of the Sylvilagus genus have a ‘stumpy’ tail with […]
August 10, 2010
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Tags: american wild rabbits, north american rabbits, pet rabbits, rabbits, rodent rabbits, south american wild rabbits, wild rabbits · Posted in: Rabbit Breeds, Rabbit Information, Wild Rabbits
How To Clean Out A Hutch
Cleaning out your pet’s hutch is one of the most important jobs of guinea pig and rabbit keeping. A clean hutch helps your rabbit to stay healthier and potentially expand their life span. It also gives a nicer environment for your pet to live in and can improve their welfare. The process of cleaning out […]
August 9, 2010
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What Do Wild Rabbits Eat?
Ok, so we know the range of foods that pet rabbits eat but what is there available for wild rabbits to eat? After all, unless we put out food for them, these wild rabbits will have to do all the foraging for themselves, so do they get a choice of what to eat? Grass is […]
August 9, 2010
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Birds Of Prey: Red-Tailed Hawk
The Red-Tailed Hawk is a huge bird of prey with a wingspan of up to 52 inches, that can be found in areas of North America. Today we have a guest writer, Elizabeth Jean Allen, giving us some detailed information on the Red-Tailed Hawk. Red-Tailed Hawk By Elizabeth Jean Allen The Red-tailed Hawk is the […]
August 9, 2010
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European Wild Rabbits
The Europenan Wild Rabbit (Oryctolagus Cuniculus) is a species of wild rabbit that is native to South West Europe, in particular Spain and Portugal, but has spread world wide (with the exceptions of Antarctica and Sub-saharan Africa) and is now regarded as an invasive species in many countries. Recently there has been a decline of […]
August 9, 2010
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Tags: european rabbit, european wild rabbit, rabbits, what do wild rabbits eat, wild rabbits · Posted in: Rabbit Breeds, Wild Rabbits
Are Rabbits Rodents?
Many people class rabbits as being in the same ‘order’ or ‘family’ as guinea pigs, mice and voles, thus calling them rodents, but is this true? The answer is no; Rabbits are not rodents (of the order rodentia), as they make up the mammal order ‘Lagomorpha’ along with pikas and hares. Within the order Lagomorpha, […]
August 8, 2010
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Tags: are rabbits rodents, hares, lagomopha, lagomorph, leporidae, leporids, pikas, rabbit information, rabbits rodents, rodents · Posted in: Rabbit Information
Kit Fox
The Kit fox is a small animal that lives in the New World, from Northern Mexico into the United States. The Kit fox (Vulpes macrotis) is often confused with the Swift fox. Many scientists used to classify the kit fox as being of the same species as the Swift fox(Vulpes Velox); this was proved wrong […]
August 7, 2010
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Arctic Fox
I’ve just been reading through MadelineDyer.com and found that we have little information on wild dogs, or closely related species, so I decided I’d write a post about the arctic fox. The Arctic fox is a relatively small species of fox that can be found native to the polar or arctic regions in the northern […]
August 7, 2010
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July Visit To Dartmoor Zoological Park
Nearly a month has gone by since I went to Dartmoor Zoological Park (on 11th July 2010) and I’ve only just realised that I haven’t written about my fantastic day out! This picture is of one of the Lowland Tapir that’s at the zoo. I love going round animal parks and seeing all the different […]
August 5, 2010
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Tags: dartmoor zoo, exotic, lions, tapir, tigers, wild animals, zoological parks · Posted in: My Animal Experiences
July Barn Owl Sighting
I was standing out in my one of the fields at my farm the other day, with two miniature Shetland ponies grazing at my feet, when a common barn owl started circling us about 20 feet up. It wasn’t yet dusk and was quite early for a barn owl to be out as they are […]
August 4, 2010
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Tags: barn owl, barn owl sightings, common barn owl, My Wildlife Watch, tyto alba · Posted in: My Wildlife Watch, Owls
What Do Guinea Pigs Eat?
If you’re thinking of getting a guinea pig or two and you want to know all about their dietary requirements, then you’ve come to the right place. Or do you want to check your piggy is getting the essential nutrients that he or she needs? Either way this article has lots of essential information for […]
August 4, 2010
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Tags: cute guinea pigs, guinea pig as pets, guinea pig care, guinea pig food, guinea pigs eating, pet guinea pigs, what do guinea pigs eat · Posted in: Guinea Pig Care, Guinea Pig Information
Guinea Pigs As Pets
Are you looking for a new pet for yourself? Why not get a guinea pig? Guinea pigs are fantastic little creatures and make great pets for people of all ages provided they are looked after correctly. Cavies, as they are also called, are often thought of as great ‘first-pets’ for children. This is true but […]
August 3, 2010
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Burrowing Owl
The burrowing owl, (Athene cunicularia) is a very recognizable owl due to it’s long, featherless legs. They can be found enhabiting burrows (that may have been excavated by Prairie dogs) in parts of North America and South America. They are quite versatile when it comes to their habitat range as they can live in grassland, […]
August 3, 2010
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Eurasian Eagle Owl
The Eurasian Eagle Owl (Scientific name: Bubo Bubo) is often said to be the biggest owl in the world. In fact, recent studies have shown that on average the Blakiston’s fish owl is slightly bigger and therefor takes the title of world’s biggest owl. Measuring 23-29 inches long and having a wingspan of 55-70 inches […]
August 3, 2010
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