Monthly Archives: June 2010

    Macaw Parrots Macaws are small to large, often colourful New World parrots. Of the many different Psittacidae (true parrots) genera, six are classified as macaws. Macaws are native to Mexico, Central America, South America, and formerly the Caribbean. … Continue reading →

  Fireflies     Fireflies are familiar, but few realize that these insects are actually beetles, nocturnal members of the family Lampyridae. Most fireflies are winged, which distinguishes them from other luminescent insects of the same family, commonly known as … Continue reading →

  TARANTULAS—-SOME REALLY REMARKABLE AND AMAZING FACTS ABOUT TARANTULAS       Tarantulas give some people the creeps because of their large, hairy bodies and legs. But these spiders are harmless to humans (except for a painful bite), and their … Continue reading →

  Barred Owl —- Strix varia   This widespread woodland owl dozes by day on a well-hidden perch but seldom relies on its good camouflage to avoid harm. Instead, it flies away at the least disturbance, seldom tolerating close approach. … Continue reading →

  Dog Pneumonia—- also see the link at the end for other ailments and much more Dog Pneumonia Symptoms The most obvious symptom of canine pneumonia is coughing. This can be coupled with mucous and difficulty to breathing, as well … Continue reading →

The Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus) is a large owl of the typical owl family Strigidae. The Snowy Owl was first classified in 1758 by Carolus Linnaeus, the Swedish naturalist who developed binomial nomenclature to classify and organize plants and animals. … Continue reading →