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Overwintering butterfly (© Sebastian Knight/Shutterstock) Butterfly's survival strategies The life cycle of a butterfly involves four stages: from egg, to caterpillar, to pupa (or chrysalis), to adult. During the winter, a butterfly goes into a dormant state which is sort of like hibernation, althou...
How to explain the basic natural processes to your child Have your children been looking around outside and wondering why the leaves are changing colour and falling off the trees? If so, here are the facts for them to impress their friends and family members with! Plants and trees drink water throu...
With winter around the corner we want to make sure our children get as much wild time and daylight as possible, so why not plan a trip to the local botanic garden? With a little imagination, there are many adventures to be had in these hubs of biodiversity. Here are just a few ideas: Have you ever...
Sue Sheward, whom locals have dubbed the Godmother of Orang-utans, is a founder and chairwoman of the charity organisation Orangutan Appeal UK. The organisation supports the Sepilok orang-utan rehabilitation centre in Borneo and runs an education campaign for local communities.
Ice loss due to climate change is the cause of the dramatic fall in polar bear populations. Between 22,000 and 31,000 polar bears live globally today, but their numbers are expected to decline by two-thirds in the coming 35-40 years. “Why do polar bears need snow to survive? Why can’t they li...
