If journalism is my profession, wildlife photography is my passion. For me, it’s not just about snapping a picture -- it’s a ...

Among the most important birds encountered in the lake are mute swans, red-crested pochards and the rare bearded reedlings that inhabit the reeds. In order to protect the local nature, the use of ...

Cool season perennial grass. Adapted to a wide range of soils in areas where rainfall is 8 to 16 inches. Tolerates drought, cold temps and fire; but not prolonged flooding, poor drainage or low salt.

This attracts bird life, from purple herons to red-crested pochards and the rare purple gallinule, a relative of the moorhen.

The great crested newt lives only in Europe. Females, which are larger than males, can reach 7 inches in length, making these stout-bodied amphibians the continent’s largest newts. The great ...

A bunch of red-crested pochard (Netta rufina) gracefully gliding on the waters of Teesta Barrage at Gajoldoba, West Bengal. The males boast a rather flamboyant rounded, rust-orange head ...

Many scientists believe the red-eyed tree frog developed its vivid scarlet peepers to shock predators into at least briefly questioning their meal choice. These iconic rain-forest amphibians sleep ...

The Indianapolis Prize recognizes work of conservationists across the globe. A winner announced in 2025 will receive $250,000 ...

Red onions should have dry papery skins with no brown discoloration. Choose firm bulbs with even-coloured skins and no signs of sprouting; avoid any that look damp or smell musty. Red onions are ...