Australian magpies are such charismatic birds. Being fearless, curious and at times, intimidating, they strut about suburban streets like they own the place. They are also one of the continent’s …
Have you seen the Netflix documentary about ‘Inside the Mind of a Dog’? I’m currently completing a second book which explores the connection we have with animals. It’ll be titled …
Here are some of the various subjects I’ve been reading about lately. Three articles on animal autonomy, whale personhood and eating rats. All are very enlightening ideas that relate to …
Whale sharks are massive energy-crunching behemoths that, ironically, spend their lives in the most nutrient-poor oceans. Why? Here’s the first paradox of ecology that stumps most people. The richest, most …
You might have heard about COP15. It means the 15th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity. The meeting brought together governments …
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Sweet in Tooth and Claw Book Review
In her latest book Kristin Ohlsen investigates the body of knowledge that describes how cooperation, not competition, has created life on Earth as we know it. I highly recommend you …
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The importance of bird life in your garden
A European Robin feeds a caterpillar to its chick. A common sight in English gardens, this epitomises animal impactWhat is Animal Impact? Without wildlife, Earth would not be habitable for …
After hearing Michael Pollan interviewed recently I acquired a copy of his book This is Your Mind on Plants. Pollan describes three substances that have had profound impacts on culture …
I had the most extraordinary encounter the other day which got me thinking. Can we talk to animals through body language? It was in Melbourne over Easter. We decided to …
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Why are Orangutans important?
The power of orangutans in ecosystems Have you ever asked, or answered the question ‘why are orangutans important?’ Because for most people it may never have occurred to them, yet …
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