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Liliensternus was a bipedal predator of the Late Triassic Period. This relatively lightweight, agile theropod would have been an effective hunter during its time.
Read on to discover more about this early ancestor of large predators such as Allosaurus and T. rex.
A selection of the best North American wildlife field guides. Improve your knowledge and appreciation of North American wildlife with these book recommendations…
Your complete guide to choosing the best binoculars for wildlife viewing. An updated list of recommended binoculars, plus information to help you understand binocular specifications and choose the best binoculars for you.
Butterflies are celebrated throughout the world for their bright colors and intricate patterns. Together with moths, they make up the insect order Lepidoptera, and these beautiful flying insects are found on all continents except Antarctica.
Watch the video below to see footage of some of the butterflies covered on this page:
On this page is a list of the world’s most beautiful butterflies with pictures and facts.
From the towering sequoias of California to the rugged coastlines of Maine; the Arctic wilderness of Alaska to the tropical wetlands of the Florida Everglades, the United States’ sixty-three national parks encompass the country’s most iconic landscapes.
On this page is a list of U.S. national parks by state. Use the information in this article to discover more about these remarkable public spaces, or to plan your next trip to see them for yourself.
A complete guide to the best whale watching locations in the world, including where and when to go and what to take. Take your first step towards planning a trip of a lifetime!
What is a solar eclipse? On this page, you’ll discover what causes a solar eclipse, how often solar eclipses occur, and the different types of solar eclipse.
You’ll also find out about umbras, coronas, Bailey’s beads, the difference between partial and total eclipses, paths of totality, annular eclipses, and more.
Get the complete lowdown on solar eclipses in preparation for the total eclipse that will be seen in many parts of North America on Monday, April 8, 2024!
Get in the mood by watching the video below:
Foxes are small to mid-sized members of the dog family known for their bushy tails, omnivorous diet and usually nocturnal lifestyle. These fascinating animals are found on all continents except Antarctica (although they are not native to Australia), and in habitats ranging from the Arctic to the Sahara Desert.
This page contains interesting fox facts, and a list of different types of foxes, with pictures. Let’s find out more about these adaptable, intelligent canids…
Honey badger facts, pictures and in-depth information: discover an infamous African animal with a reputation for toughness and tenacity.
Echinoderms are a group of animals that include starfish, sea urchins, sea cucumbers, brittle stars, sea lilies and feather stars. On this page is a complete guide to echinoderms, with examples of different types of echinoderms from around the world.
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