The penduline tit is a genius when it comes to architecture: its nest has a hidden entrance, while the visible opening leads to an empty pocket to trick predators. The penduline tit (Remiz pendulinus) belongs to the bird family Remizidae. Its name, penduline, refers to the hanging bag nests that the bird builds for its eggs. While the shape and form of the nest are quite … [Read more...] about This Cunning Bird Creates a Fake Entrance to Its Nest to Trick Predators
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Tiny Mushroom Nest: A Marvel of the Miniature
Incredible tiny ecosystem! The photo captures a tiny mushroom nest nestled in an old pine forest near Lake Lhota, Czech Republic. Photographer Kateřina Černohorská (@catherinemontenegro) has perfectly captured this wonder of the miniature world. While this isn't quite a forest itself, it evokes a similar sense of awe. Just like the Pygmy Forest in Van Damme, Mendocino … [Read more...] about Tiny Mushroom Nest: A Marvel of the Miniature
Three’s a crowd: How Baya Weaver birds fought over a nest and ended up hanging around
These three birds ruffled a few feathers when they tried hanging out together. The Baya Weaver birds got into a scuffle over a nest and ended up in a bizarre chain link. With its brightly coloured yellow crown, the male, who had built the nest, attempted to break up the disagreement between the two females. Photographer Krishnan Venkitachalam was photographing a colony … [Read more...] about Three’s a crowd: How Baya Weaver birds fought over a nest and ended up hanging around
Gang finds unusually spiky creatures in nest – takes a closer look and jaws drop when they realize what kind of animals they are
There is now hope for a species that was on the brink of extinction. A group of researchers in Australia is thrilled after their efforts to propagate the species seem to have succeeded. Recently, ecologists at the Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary in Australia made a stunning discovery. In the sanctuary, they found a litter of newborn and spiky little creatures. But … [Read more...] about Gang finds unusually spiky creatures in nest – takes a closer look and jaws drop when they realize what kind of animals they are
Bald eagle dad sees third egg for the first time in CA nest, video shows. ‘So proud’
Amidst the serene snow-covered landscape of Big Bear Valley, California, a heartwarming saga unfolds as a devoted bald eagle dad, Shadow, eagerly tends to his nest. Recent developments have left him pleasantly surprised, as captured in a heartening video shared by the nonprofit Friends of Big Bear Valley. The anticipation mounted as Shadow, patiently awaiting his turn to … [Read more...] about Bald eagle dad sees third egg for the first time in CA nest, video shows. ‘So proud’