Interchangeably, we call them a dove or a pigeon, though both belong to the same bird class, Columbidae, which includes 310 species. In general, the term Pigeon is a French word coming from the Latin word, pipio, for “peeping chick,” while Dove is a Germanic word that refers to the bird’s “diving flight.” Ornithologically, “dove” … Read more
To many dog lovers, how dogs behave is often the result of how their humans raise/treat them. For instance, pit bulls getting a bad rap, which is all too often, is not something that’s entirely their fault. For years, pitties have been known to be used in dog-fighting, abused and trained to be vicious. That’s … Read more
Meet 12 of the world’s oldest animals! Several of these ancient species, believed to be extinct, have recently surfaced and were rediscovered. These animals did not undergo any significant changes despite millions of years of evolution. And yes, most of them are from the deepest corners of the ocean. Here are the 12 living fossils … Read more
Dogs are family, but sadly not everyone treats them that way. Some suffer a life of neglect and abuse. Some are homeless, and some are abandoned. Thankfully, there are always people who care enough to ensure every unloved and uncared for pooch gets a chance at a life full of hugs and kisses, and treats. … Read more
Conservationist Damian Aspinall helped raise Kwibi in a zoo in England when he was a baby. When he turned 5, Kwibi was released into the wild of Gabon, West Africa. Five years later, Damian decided to see how Kwibi was doing, even though he wasn’t sure if the gorilla would still remember him. Watch. Credit: … Read more
