Eider
Eiders are sexually dimorphic, with males being larger and more colorful.
Eiders are sexually dimorphic, with males being larger and more colorful.
The shy eurasian bullfinch prefers to forage very close to cover.
They are frequent visitors to backyard feeders, especially those containing niger seeds.
One of the most invasive species in the world
The species name, spectabilis, is Latin for “showy” or “remarkable,” referencing the attractiveness of the adult male’s plumage.
Getting your hands on one of these pups might be a challenging task. At one point, the breed was on the brink of extinction.
A male red deer shows his age in his antlers, which become longer and more branched every year.
Swedish Elkhounds existed in prehistoric times!
The Swedish Lapphund is Sweden's national dog!
Its scientific name, lagopus, is Ancient Greek for “hare” and “foot,” referring to its feathered feet and toes.
They line their nests with their feathers
They follow after seals and whales to eat their scraps.
It interbreeds with the pine bunting
The short-eared owl is one of the most widespread owl species in the world, covering five continents.
They reuse nesting sites for 70 years!
They feign death by making their bodies limp and closing their eyes.
They build their nests off the ground in tree holes, cavities, stone walls, and roofs
Depending on the habitat and climate, these beetles can live between 2 to 10 years, often staying in their larval stage for several years, making them extremely dangerous to wooden structures.