The rabbit, one of 77 species of rabbits and hares (source), was introduced to regions as far afield as the Americas and Australia. Due to the damage the species can cause to crops, it came to be considered a pest in many areas in which it had been introduced. One method of controll...
We had seen the evidence on our flight – signs of landslides and avalanches in random places on otherwise pristine green mountain slopes. Five years after, I still remember the pride I felt when I saw four American V-22 Ospreys land at Kathmandu’s airport. The international community was ...
White pine seeds are favored by black bears, rabbits, red squirrels, and many birds, especially red crossbills. While potentially damaging to the trees, the bark is eaten by mammals such as beavers, snowshoe hares, porcupines, rabbits and mice. White pines provide nesting sites as well for ma...
Eagle watching has become a popular pastime in Pennsylvania, with enthusiasts flocking to hotspots like the Conowingo Dam and Hawk Mountain Sanctuary to catch a glimpse of these awe-inspiring birds. As you venture into Pennsylvania’s wild spaces, keep your eyes peeled and your spirits high, fo...
they will emit a warning if a predator is seen. This warning is in the form of a high pitched whistle, which travels far, and is detected by other pika’s excellent hearing. They live mostly in very rocky mountainsides, and use the existing layout to build shelters, but many times if...
They have an incredible sense of hearing and sharp eyesight, allowing them to detect prey from long distances in their harsh mountain environment. Learn more about the snow leopard. #7 Cheetah Acinonyx jubalus Cheetahs once ranged throughout India, Pakistan, Russia, Iran and the Middle East, ...
his energy in order to work in unruly terrain, brush and briar. This handsome strong-bodied dog was developed strictly for utility, but because of its good temperament, also makes a good companion dog. It is used for hunting foxes and hares, sometimes in company with larger hounds. When ...
There were at least 40 other observers at a Hawk Mountain (migration observation site) that witnessed the event that day.Red-tailed Hawk Nest: Usually 28 - 30 inches in wide, with an inner cavity of 14 - 15 inches diameter and 4 - 5 inches deep. The nest is made of sticks and ...
In the wild, fox cubs can fall prey to eagles. Coyotes, gray wolves, bears and mountain lions are all predators for adult foxes. Foxes have excellent hearing. They can hear low-frequency sounds and rodents digging underground. Additional resources ...
In the Arctic, they normally roost on pingaluks (rises in the tundra) and breed from low valley floors up to mountain slopes and plateaus over 1000m elevation. When wintering in the Arctic, they frequent wind-swept tundra with little snow or ice accumulation. At more southern latitudes ...