Common bottlenose dolphin facts, pictures, information and videos for kids and adults. Find out about this popular and intelligent marine mammal…
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Megalodon Facts For Kids & Adults: Discover The Biggest Shark That Ever Lived
Megalodon facts for kids & adults: pictures & in-depth information on the biggest shark ever to have lived on Earth.
The megalodon is an extinct species of shark that lived from around 15.9 to 2.6 million years ago (Mya). Not only is it the largest shark ever to have lived, but it is also quite possibly the largest fish ever to have lived.
This colossal predator reached an estimated maximum length of around 18 meters (59 ft.); that’s almost one and a half times the length of the whale shark – the world’s largest living fish.
Some scientists believe that this prehistoric giant may have grown even larger!
Carson MicroBrite Pocket Microscope Review: Take A Look Into Another World!
Carson MicroBrite 20x-40x LED Lighted Pocket Microscope (MM-300) and the Carson MicroBrite Plus 60x-120x Power LED Lighted Pocket Microscope (MM-24) review.
These inexpensive (sub $15) pocket microscopes offer excellent image quality and a great way of introducing science subjects to kids…
Beluga Whale In The Thames: A Rare Sighting Of An Arctic Marine Mammal In England
Beluga Whale in the Thames: An Active Wild report on the recent sighting of a beluga whale in the River Thames, England.
*** Thames Beluga Update ***
The beluga is still present in the River Thames as of Weds 10th October. Experts monitoring its welfare believe it to be healthy. It is hoped that the animal will eventually make its way back to the sea without help.
Little Penguin Facts, Pictures & Information: Meet The Smallest Penguin In The World!
Little penguin facts, pictures and information. Discover the world’s smallest penguin species!
Birds Of Britain: A List With Pictures & Facts For Kids & Adults
This list of the birds of Britain contains pictures and facts on a number of well-known British species. This page is the second part of our look at birds of the British Isles. Here, you’ll find slightly lesser-known birds of Britain… how many do you know?
- You can find the first part here: Common British Birds
- Need help identifying British birds? Check out these awesome bird books: Best British Bird Books
List of Common British Birds With Pictures & Facts: 25 Species That You Need To Know! For Children & Adults.
On this page you’ll find a list of 25 common British birds with pictures and facts on each species. We’ve included not only garden birds, but also species found in woodlands, cities and coastal regions, giving you a useful introduction to British bird species.
We think that everyone in Britain should be able to identify most – if not all – of the birds on this list!
As you read through the list make a note of how many of these common British birds you can identify. Let us know how you did in the comments at the bottom of the page!
Many of these birds can also be found in other parts of the world. If you don’t live in Britain, comment to let us know where you’re from and which of these species can also be found in your country!
Want to see more British Birds?
- Once you know all of the birds on this list, you’ll find 25 slightly less-common British species on this page: Birds of Britain
- Need help identifying British birds? Check out these awesome bird books: Best British Bird Books
When you know all of the birds on both lists you can consider yourself to be a true British bird expert!
Free British Birds Quiz App for Android!
Want to be a bird expert? Test your knowledge of over 230 British birds with our awesome FREE Bird Quiz App!
- Multiple photos of each species
- Birds of prey, waders, garden birds, and more: every bird commonly seen in Britain is included!
- Probably the fastest, easiest and most fun way to learn British birds!
- Completely free!
Przewalski’s Horse Facts, Pictures & In-Depth Information. Discover An Endangered Wild Horse Species
Przewalski’s horse facts, pictures and in-depth information. Przewalski’s horse is a wild horse that became extinct in the wild in the 1960’s. Today’s wild population is formed of the descendants of just 12 captive specimens.
California Sea Lion Facts, Pictures, Video & Information. Discover An Intelligent American Marine Mammal
California sea lion facts, pictures & information.
Meet the California Sea Lion: Introduction
The California sea lion is a marine mammal found along the west coast of North America. A familiar animal from circuses and zoos, the species is known for its dog-like barking call, expert swimming ability and high intelligence.
Let’s find out more about this talented animal …
Yosemite Toad Facts, Pictures & Information: Discover An Endangered North American Amphibian
Yosemite toad facts, pictures and information.
Since the 1970’s the Yosemite toad population has undergone a sharp decline. The species was given endangered status by the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) in 1996.
British Birds Quiz App for Android – Available Now
British Birds ID Quiz is a brand new app from Active Wild. It offers a fast, fun way of learning common British birds for nature lovers young and old…and it’s completely free!
