Category: Science/Technology
Of all the creatures in the animal kingdom, few possess the universal, potent, and immediate impact on the human psyche that the eagle commands. Whether glimpsed soaring high above a mountain ridge or perched on a distant pine, the sight of this magnif...
The Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is an indelible fixture of American identity. Its image graces the Great Seal, the dollar bill, and countless military and government emblems. It is the quintessential symbol of strength, freedom, and maje...
The Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) stands as a monumental figure among raptors. With its powerful build, rich dark-brown plumage, and a wingspan that can approach seven feet, it is a master of the sky and a dominant apex predator across the high...
In the world of backyard birds, clutch sizes, the number of eggs laid at one time, vary wildly. A Black-capped Chickadee might lay a dozen eggs, while a killdeer settles for four. But the Mourning Dove (Zenaida macroura) is an outlier: its clutch ...
The Wren is a creature of perpetual motion—a tiny, feisty dynamo that zips through bushes and sings with astonishing volume. But when the light fades and the temperature plummets, this tireless energy must be conserved. For a bird that weighs barely mo...
