Category: Animals

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The Osprey

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Written By: Sahil

The Osprey(Pandion haliaetus) is a diurnal (active during the day), fish eating bird of prey. it specializes in catching and eating fish. The Osprey’s diet consists primarily of fish, due to this, it is also known as sea hawk, river hawk and fish hawk. It is usually considered a medium-large raptor. Ospreys are sometimes confused with Bald Eagles, but ospreys are differentiated by their white underparts and their distinctive black eye stripe that continues to go on their faces. Because the Osprey is a species with many unique characteristics it has therefore been given its own

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What Are Waxwings?

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Cedar Waxwing

Waxwings are a favorite of many birders and backyard naturalists. Their striking crests and sharp color accents, make them easy to distinguish from the other birds. They get their name from the unique red waxy tip on the end of their wings and a yellow waxy tip on their tails. These red wax-like tips depend on the species, but in the case of the Japanese Waxwing, this trait is often lacking and replaced by bright red or pink spots.

What do they eat?

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What Are Felids?

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By: C.A. Victor

From the cuddliest house cat to the King of the Jungle, felids are everywhere. They are regal, aloof animals that have a reputation for their fierce hunting instincts, as well as their distinctive appearance – no matter
the size of the species, all felids, look surprisingly similar. Felids – or cats as you might know them better – hold an important niche in maintaining balance in the ecosystem.

So let’s explore the history, characteristics, and general role that felids play in both the wild and domesticity.

Male Lion in all of his glory

What kind of animals

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