When a mysterious bird asks Chumleigh’s alien friend, Celi, for help, it isn’t long before Chumleigh, and his two Chinchilla pals – Cami and Chica – set off on an adventure deep in the heart of the South American rain forest … “Once upon a time, as all good stories begin…” “Awww, mama, that’s soContinue reading “Close Encounters of the Bird Kind…”
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Eager Beavers!
Beavers are large, semi aquatic rodents that live in the temperate climates of the world’s northern hemisphere (typically Canada, North America and Europe). Their official genus name is Castor and there are two species – the North American and the Eurasian (European). Both species are similar, although the Eurasian has a narrower tail and moreContinue reading “Eager Beavers!”
Capybaras
Capybaras belong to the Cavi family of rodents, who live in South America. They are found throughout this continent, with the exception of Chile. Indeed, humans have taken Capybaras to other parts of the world and the escapees have successfully formed colonies in such exotic locations as Trindad, Florida and California (they’ve got good taste!)Continue reading “Capybaras”
Oh Deer!
When you think of deer, you might conjure up the image of a dark silhouette of a large, majestic stag, pictured against the backdrop of some snow topped mountains, rising his head to let out a misty bellow to the morning sun. Or maybe, you think of a cute, cuddly, little white dotted fawn, takingContinue reading “Oh Deer!”
Pincer Movement
Crabs are one of the most prolific crustaceans in the world and can be found in all the earth’s oceans; in brackish water; in fresh water and some have even taken up residence on land to become terrestrial. There are approximately 4,500 species of crabs – some are known as true crabs, whilst others areContinue reading “Pincer Movement”
Alright Chuck!
These feathered friends have been with us a long time – some of the earliest records of chickens date back to 10,000 years ago, where the birds are believed to have originated – in China. Chickens come from Southern Asia and were originally jungle fowl. Humans quickly realised that they were good birds for domesticationContinue reading “Alright Chuck!”
Candy Hunter 