6 Feb
Birds fun facts
16 May
13 Fascinating Facts About Woodpeckers
Have you ever wandered through the woods and heard a strange loud repetitive tapping sound? The woodpecker can be found all over the world, in different shapes, sizes and colours – so you have almost definitely had the pleasure of hearing one! Check out these fun facts about woodpeckers to find out more… 1. Woodpeckers …
26 Apr
10 Essential Facts About Eagles
Breathtaking in the air and even on the ground, the eagle is one of the most majestic of Earth’s beautiful birds. They are fantastic hunters, and are widely seen as strong symbols of freedom and liberty. As such, you’ll likely find that eagles are some of the most popular birds used in branding, logos and …
27 Jan
11 Cunning Facts About Crows
There are some truly clever avians out there – but did you know that crows are among some of the smartest birds of all? These brilliant blackbirds are even able to mimic human voices – scary but true! However, there’s more to the average crow than just the ability to parrot. Keep reading, and we …
27 Jan
13 Great Facts About Geese
Bold, brash, loud, and proud, geese are water birds that have long been hunted and farmed by humans. However, the goose is a truly fascinating beast – and in case you don’t believe us, check out a few of our favourite fun facts about geese below! 1. Long live geese! Life expectancy for geese varies …
19 Jan
13 Vivid Facts About Vultures
Vultures are sometimes seen as fairly sinister beasts – great, hulking birds that normally stalk desert and rocky areas, largely feeding on dead animals, or carrion – they choose to do this over feasting on live prey, as it happens! However, vultures do sometimes get unfair PR – and with the following fun facts about …
12 Jan
13 Coo-lorful Facts About Pigeons
Pigeons – they get a bad rap! These misunderstood avians are actually more fascinating than many people give them credit for being. In fact, let’s take a look at some fun facts about pigeons – don’t get in a flap! 1. Pigeons are actually pretty smart. Pigeons can actually recognise themselves in the mirror, something …
26 Dec
11 Outstanding Facts About Ostriches
Ostriches are truly odd birds indeed! Curious creatures, these flightless avians are fast and formidable and you certainly wouldn’t ever want to pick a fight with one! They are some of the most fascinating creatures around – not only in the bird kingdom! Let’s take a look at a few fun facts about ostriches that …
24 Dec
9 Nutrition Facts About Turkey Meat
It’s hard to imagine a holiday, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas, without turkey. It’s an important food throughout certain times of the year. Whether you’re a dieter or just curious about what you’ve been eating, here are some fun facts about turkey nutrition… 1. Here’s the calorific breakdown. 85 grams of roasted turkey breast that …
13 Dec
15 Perfect Facts About Puffins
Puffins are odd little birds that have something of a cult following! Cute and docile, they are also known for being pretty smart – and there’s likely to be plenty about them you don’t know. There’s more to these curious critters than just picture postcard looks and their prosperity for island living. Keep reading for …
29 Nov
12 Pretty Good Facts About Parrots
Polly want a cracker? Parrots are amazingly intelligent animals that are perhaps most famous for their colourful plumages and their ability to mimic all kinds of sounds. However, that’s not everything in their repertoire! Here are some fun facts about parrots worth squawking about! 1. What’s a psittacine? Psittacines is another name for parrots! There …
8 Nov
12 Serene Facts About Swans
Swans are majestic and iconic – they really are a firm part of the British countryside! Of course, as with all wild birds, it is never a good idea to try and approach a swan on your own – they can get pretty vicious and protective! These fun facts about swans are going to break things down …
4 Nov
15 Hypnotic Facts About Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds – tiny yet mighty, and amazing food guzzling machines! Hummingbirds are exotic birds with an impressive ability to not only fly long distances – but also hover, too! The hummingbird has fascinated mankind for a long, long time – and lucky for you, we’re here with stacks of facts about this curious critter to …
30 Oct
14 Interesting Facts About Pelicans You Won’t Know…
As some of the largest birds in the world, pelicans make an impression wherever they go! Every continent except Antarctica can be called home by pelicans. They’re easy to spot thanks to their huge, gaping beaks – and they have wings that can span up to 12 feet in length! You’ve likely seen pelicans more …
17 Sep