251. The Bees of Britain and How to Identify Them
September 28, 2018
An organised flower holiday in Britain is the perfect opportunity to master the skill of identifying the many bee species. While it is regarded as a challenging skill to master when first starting out, with the aid of an expert guide and a few key features to look out for, it can become a much more ...
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252. How the Cockatoo Came to Sicily in the 13th Century
September 28, 2018
On the bucket list of many who enjoy bird watching holidays, the Cockatoo is a curious being. It was originally believed that the bird reached Europe in the late fifteenth century, with an Australasian Cockatoo in a 1496 painting by Andrea Mantegna thought to represent its arrival on the continent. ...
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253. The Differences Between Asian and African Elephants
September 28, 2018
The majestic elephant is the world’s largest living land animal and is recognised all over the world for its unique beauty and immense strength. Many people who embark on African wildlife safaris are unaware of the differences between the Asian and African species, but once they are recognised, it i...
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254. Who's Who? The Coyote Vs the Wolf
September 28, 2018
There’s often confusion between the coyote and the wolf. Both are members of the canine family and, although they do display many similarities, their differences are just as marked.
Wolf watching tours enable participants to encounter these shy and elusive animals both alone and in packs, an...
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255. The Grizzly Truth: Diseases of the Grizzly Bear
September 28, 2018
Along with the joy and fascination we gain by encountering nature’s most beautiful creatures comes the responsibility to learn more about their conservation and the challenges they face when it comes to survival. While many of the threats unfortunately come from humans, some, like diseases and paras...
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256. How to Spot the Differences Between Leopards and Jaguars
September 28, 2018
The big cats are among the most compelling species of the natural world and it’s quite often considered a ‘bucket list’ experience to be able to observe these magnificent animals in their natural habitat.
Panthera onca, aka the Jaguar, is one of the most sought-after sightings, in great par...
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257. From Egg to Adult: The Dragonfly's Life Cycle
September 28, 2018
It may be small, but the fascinating ecology and biology of the dragonfly continues to hold scientists, naturalists and wildlife lovers in its thrall. With entire societies dedicated to the insect (fossils of which date its ancestors back 325 million years) and specialised wildlife travel companies ...
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258. Dolphin Dialects: How These Chatty Animals Communicate
September 28, 2018
Communication between dolphins is a natural phenomenon that scientists are still trying to decipher to this day. Like us, these intelligent animals do not exclusively use sound, and in fact have several ways in which they are able to interact and engage with one another. Echolocation
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259. Connectivity Improvements Planned for the Heart of England
September 27, 2018
For those working in the transport industry, good infrastructure and access are absolutely crucial. Poor connections between towns mean drivers have to navigate confusing country lanes on long journeys, which costs time and money. Good connections, on the other hand, decrease travel times, fuel cost...
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260. Expanding Your Courier Business: Medical Specimen Delivery
September 26, 2018
For delivery businesses looking to maximise profits by specialising in a niche market, medical specimen delivery can be one of most lucrative. It’s not simply a matter of taking out a paint pot and adding an adjunct to the side of the van, however, because the logistics of this kind of courier work ...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
