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Some algae in the water is good for your Sea-Monkeys. It actually offers food and produces oxygen to help keep the tank alive. If you overfeed your Sea-Monkeys and the tank becomes smelly and...

Raccoons are precocious animals, interesting to watch because of their curiosity, coupled with the dexterity of their front toes. Raccoons usually weigh about 10 to 30 pounds, but they can reach...

Have you always wanted a pet, but cannot keep one for too long? You can help an animal out by offering a home for them to stay in. It will be much better for the animal to stay in a home, instead...

Dealing with the loss of a beloved pet can be akin to the loss of a close personal friend or family member. People are often very close to their pets and feel the pain of their loss sharply. ...

Baby birds generally eat whatever their parents are having for dinner because the parent must regurgitate its food into the mouths of its offspring. Birds, when they are born, are not capable of...

Fungus, or fungi in the plural form, are a special group of organisms that greatly range in size, shape, and structure. From microscopic fungi like mold or yeast to more common things like...

From a distance, seashells may appear the same when washed ashore; however, there are numerous types, varying in size, shape and color. Here are some less commonly known seashells.

Ant farms are easy to make. If you need an inexpensive starter pet, a science fair project or a home school assignment, an ant farm will fit the bill. Join your child for an adventure as an...

Water bugs are the aquatic members of the scientific category of insects called "true bugs." They do not have gills, but carry their own oxygen supply below the surface of the water in the form of...

When heated, the mineral zeolite produces large amounts of steam absorbed from the water around it. It was therefore named after the Greek word "zeo" meaning to boil. While zeolite can be found...

How to create an indoor butterfly habitat.

Raccoons are omnivores, meaning they eat both animals and plants. In actuality, raccoons will eat just about anything they can get their hands on. Their diet is made up primarily of fruits,...

Ticks are parasitic arachnids that feed on the blood of humans and animals. Since their development is directly affected by the hosts they attach to, it is very important to understand their life...

In Charleston SC we are surrounded by wildlife all living together. We wake up to birds singing every day. Both my cat and I have found a cheap way to keep it that way!

When traveling to other locales, it may be comforting to have your pet travel with you. In the past this was not a possibility, especially to those traveling to or from Europe. Now you can find...

People can do taxidermy on a fish because it is a prized possession, a nice catch or just because they like fish. It is prevalent among hunters and fisherman and can become very expensive if a...

Pet cloning is becoming more and more of a reality here in the United States and for a couple of families, it has already become a reality. Yes, there has been a cat cloned right here in the U.S....

At some point in your life, you have probably come across hornets. Even though they are peaceful creatures, they are stinging insects that can make your skin swell to large welts and even cause a...

Meal worms are a small worm that is actually the larva of a beetle. Meal worms are ideal for fish bait because they attract a wide variety of fish, and they are simple to raise or cheap to buy. If...

Male and female butterflies release pheremones into the environment. When a female releases these pheremones, male butterflies can detect it from almost a mile away. Once a male butterfly finds...

Golden apple snails are available at most neighborhood pet stores. Unfortunately, there is some misinformation about these snails, especially considering that there is no "'golden apple...

A doodle refers to an absent-minded scribbling. These scribbles are not consious works of art and you can get an insight into your subconsious through what you write down. Analyzing your doodles...

The 1972 Volkswagen Beetle is a simple yet efficient vehicle, and one that is viewed by some as a collector’s item. As with any automobile, the parts don’t last as long as the car...

In the summer, when the days are sunny and the skies are blue, not everything is rosy. Bugs, bees, flies and mosquitoes are out, making life miserable for everyone. At the top of the list of...

There are many different types of ants that can get in your home. All of them are annoying, but some are more dangerous than others. Any large black ants in your house most likely are carpenter...

Some darts are more dangerous than others and care must be taken when using these grownup toys. Darts were originally used as primitive weapons used for both hunting and protection in ancient...

Kids young and old always seem to have great fun when they play with toys that fly–kites, frisbees or paper airplanes. They have the best time throwing them toward the sky, watching them...

Summer time and relaxing evenings spent in the backyard listening to the sounds of nature seem to go hand in hand. Unfortunately so does the droning buzz of the mosquito. No amount of slapping,...

Ants can be industrious little creatures or pests, especially when they make your home their gathering place. If you have a problem with ants you are no doubt learning that evicting them from your...

Ants are a pain no matter what space they invade. In a kitchen they can be a real nightmare, because you really don't want any kind of pesticide around your food preparation areas. It's a tough...

Do you have a beautiful strong tall pine tree? Then you must protect the pine tree from being attacked by ants. Ants can disrupt the roots due to their nest building. They also eat the dead wood....

Apartment living rarely affords you the opportunity to enjoy a flower garden. However, most places can accommodate a window box in which to grow the flowers or vegetation of your choice. Depending...

Mosquitoes can be a very annoying visitor to backyard gatherings. They can also pose a danger to your visitors, children and pets, as they carry many forms of disease. Do what you can to take...

Grain moths are simply small moths that lay their eggs in common food products. Although it's common to find them in flour, they can also lay their eggs on flowers, pet food, dried fruits, cereal,...

Many cacti are not good choices for those planning a closed terrarium. However, there are several varieties of the species that will work well if planted properly in an open terrarium. Sometimes...

A pool that has mosquito larvae in it is neither safe nor enjoyable. There’s a few simple steps to get your pool back in tip-top shape and make it a place for your family to enjoy and not for...

While none of us like the idea of having little creatures crawling around our houses, most people are conservationists at heart. There are a few simple ways that you can get rid of pesky ants...

Teddy bears are soft, cute, cuddly and comforting. No longer just a child’s toy, teddy bears make great gifts for people of all ages and can be given to commemorate any event or celebrate...

While we don't have virtual vets yet to take care of our pets, we can still use the Internet to find a local veterinarian to take care of Fido and Muffy. Here are some resources to help get you...

Nearly everyone in the world knows about sea monkeys. These tiny little sea creatures are actually a subspecies of the brine shrimp though they’re much larger than the original breed. They...

If your child wants a pet, it may be a good idea to go ahead and let the child have a pet. Which pet you choose will be decided upon several different factors, but the child will be able to learn...

Soo Bahk Do is a form of martial arts developed by Master Hwang Kee in 1945. He combined fighting styles from his native Korea with Chinese Kung-Fu as well Confucian and Tao philosophies. The...

Deciding to adopt a pet is a very important decision that should not be taken lightly. A pet is a new family member and should be considered a lifelong member of the family. Here are some...

Introducing a new pet to existing pets takes some time and patience to do correctly. Bring the new pet in with a carrier until both animals are accustomed to each other. Slowly increase their time...

A pet wonky, also known as a weepul or wuppie, is much like a pet rock, but decorated in cuddly materials. If you need a place to store your new pet, assess the materials you have on hand and get...

Is your child begging for a pet, but you're not ready to add a puppy to the household? There are some "pets" that don't shed or take up lots of room, and can prepare your youngster for the bigger...

Taxidermy is the art of preserving dead animals, such as fish, deer, antelope or wild birds. But some people want to preserve the remains of the family pet. Here's how to hire a pet taxidermist.