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About Mothers

1. Brood patches. In many birds, a bald patch on the breast or tummy develops on the mother while she

1. No roosters needed. Most birds don’t lay unfertilized eggs, but chickens do. A hen need never meet a rooster

Are neighbourhood cats using your flower beds as a litter box? These kitty-friendly tips can help you keep your garden

Pets love gardens. They react to gardens as much as we do, becoming euphoric and running through the plants, smelling

1. What are they? Nests are structures built to hold eggs, offspring and, sometimes, adults. They’re often built owing to

Bits of light flash off a tiny breast sending out rays of brilliant red and green. A hummingbird has flitted

Lamb 1. What kind? Sheep are specifically referred to by age. Young ‘uns are, of course, lambs, and adults are

1. Smart cookies. Raccoons are highly intelligent with excellent memories. One study showed that they could remember very well for

1. Is a reindeer like a caribou? Yes; in fact, caribou is the North American name for reindeer. As a

1. Things with wings. Pesky little bugs fly around the house and everyone believes they are fruit flies. You should