Like all tuna, the bluefin is a saltwater finfish who is part of the mackerel family. For many years, bluefin tuna have been fished extensively leading to severe overfishing. Let’s have a look at the 10 cool things about bluefin tuna. Fishy giant Adults are typically 3m in length, but can reach 4m, making […]
Have you ever seen an elephant shrew? Did you know that compared to other insect-eating mammals, elephant shrews have large brains? Let’s find out what else is cool about this cute animal. Namesake Looking at the elongated snout of this little mammal, you quickly realise where he got his name – definitely from elephants. His
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Rose-ringed parakeets are highly intelligent birds who make ideal pets. They are also social birds in that they don’t only bond with one person. They do require daily human interaction and toys that will stimulate them mentally, like solving puzzles in exchange for a treat. Many years ago, the people of India kept these birds
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Hamsters are easy to keep and make good first-time pets for small children. With the correct care, loads of attention and all the necessities, your hamster will prosper and be healthy. Although he is a small and fragile animal, and appreciates your company and interaction, be careful with your hamster and always handle him very
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Small, fluffy with long ears. The rabbit is one irresistible animal! They also make great pets, but it is important to note that they require special care. Simply keeping your rabbit alone in a cage outside is not sufficient at all. Happy home Before you get your bunny, make sure to prepare a perfect home
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Sea stars are more commonly known as star fish, although they’re not fish at all. Let’s find out what makes them so cool. Not a fish Technically, the sea star is not a fish and scientists don’t want us to call them star fish. This underwater creature doesn’t even look like a fish – he
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Besides a laugh that causes chills down some people’s spine, the hyena is not the most beautiful creature on the planet. But this animal has a very important purpose in nature – let’s find out what makes him so cool. 1. Out of Africa Hyenas make up one of the smallest biological families among mammals.
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When the temperatures drop overnight and it is freezing cold outside during winter, it is understandable that you would want to ensure that your chickens are warm in their coop. If you follow these guidelines, your chickens will be happy, warm and comfortable – without you having to spend a fortune. 1. Healthy chickens If
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Birds are not meant to be ‘locked up’ in cages all day long. They should be able to move around freely and, ideally, you should teach your bird something that will stimulate his mind. Giving him something to do in return for food could be very rewarding for him. So, why not teach him to
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Do you often look at your hamster and wonder why he stores food in his cheek pouches, or watch an army of ants carrying tiny crumbs away from a biscuit your little brother dropped on the kitchen floor? Animals do things because to them it’s perfectly natural. If we look a little deeper, we’ll notice
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Caring for fish in the winter can be challenging, especially in our mid-year months when temperatures drop significantly. In South Africa, we face the added challenge of power outages. Animaltalk spoke to Kevin Till from Koi Medic about helping your fish survive the cold. According to Kevin, tropical fish need a constant temperature and a
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Night stalker, Africa’s smallest feline, the black-footed cat is a shy, nocturnal species rarely seen in the wild
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