Usually between three and five eggs are laid each year. While it looks terrifying, the chicks are so lightweight that they do not usually die upon hitting the ground, says David Cabot, an adjunct ...

If you’re thinking about getting a guinea pig (Cavia porcellus), you probably have some questions about how to choose the best one for your household. One of the most common questions is: Should I get ...

The 'English' Partridge, as it is sometimes known, is a resident and sedentary bird, associated with lowland farmland. Grey Partridges are best seen in winter, when the fields are bare and the birds ...

The Golden Plover is arguably one of the most beautiful birds of upland Britain and its mournful fluty call in summer is evocative of wild places. The spangled golden back gives this bird its name, ...