#wildlife

#wildlife

We love London. That won't come as a surprise - Time Out has been chronicling the best of the city for decades - but even we can admit that sometimes you need some time away. Life in London is nonstop, so every so often it's essential to escape into nature, and the city parks just won't do it. We recently published a list of the very best walking routes which are within daytripping distance of the capital,

"It was surreal," Raifman recalled to SFGATE. "It's something I've certainly never seen. And I mean, most people will never see it. We all collectively did a double take."

Three days into my walk along the Rhins of Galloway coast path and I was on love-hate terms with this new long-distance trail. Unruly and at times cruel, it forced me to hurdle fences, wade through bracken up to my midriff and teased me with disappearing paths and wayward waymarks. But then, after I'd yelled profanities into the wind (there were no other hikers around to hear me), this raffishly handsome route would come over all sweetness and light.

Meet the author and the illustrator, find out about a terrific new book, ask questions and hear directly from the source, and get personalized signed books! Bookshop West Portal is excited to celebrate the publication of Ocean Beach: Fog, Flora, and Fauna. San Francisco locals, author and scientist Eddy Rubin and illustrator Greg Wright, joined forces to create a wonderful portrait of our neighborhood shores in this work of art that shares the story of how the beach came to be.

The grasses have now dried and turned golden, the air filled with the scents of fall. Eszter stops, "A moose!" Down in the willows along the creek, a single moose munches on the plants. We are far enough away to pleasantly observe the stoic creature in its home, a lovely spot in a high meadow tucked between mountains with no one else around except for us.

Petrified Forest National Park is best known for its 200-million-plus-year-old plant and animal fossils from the Triassic Period, or the "Dawn of the Dinosaurs." It's a collection that includes the eponymous petrified logs, which were formed after trees were buried in an ancient river system; minerals then absorbed into the wood and replaced the organic material. The structures we see today are made up of nearly solid quartz, and the impurities within the quartz (like iron and carbon) result in a display of stunning colors.

Peacocks and turkeys can live together amicably, but they likely are more companions than amorous partners, as their genetic differences prevent offspring.

Squirrel fibromatosis may look terrifying, but it's a common skin disease among gray squirrels in the US. It's caused by the leporipoxvirus and is spread through direct contact between healthy squirrels and the lesions or saliva of infected squirrels.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife reported that four divers were cited for illegally taking hundreds of spiny lobsters, most of which were undersized, from a Los Angeles beach.

Throughout Sri Lanka's tropical landscapes, myths and legends capture the essence of the island with ancient cities, diverse wildlife, and idyllic beaches, making it a traveler's paradise.

In Colorado, rabbits with bizarre, spike-like growths on their faces have been identified, resulting from a viral infection known as cottontail rabbit papillomavirus (CTRV).

Lake Ouachita in Arkansas features incredibly clean, clear water, and is surrounded by Ouachita National Forest, showcasing a wild and rugged beauty.

New York wildlife includes more than just pigeons and park squirrels, with notable species like Central Park coyotes, who have been in the city since the 1930s.

During mating season, which begins in August and can last until December, male tarantulas leave their burrows in search of a mate.

A young bird of prey learning to hunt has a varied diet, which can include small rodents like squirrels, particularly when food is scarce.

The Old Forge Inn is often referred to as the most remote pub in mainland Britain, known for live music sessions that accompany a flowing whisky atmosphere.

The elephant seals at Ano Nuevo State Park are a major attraction during winter as they come ashore to mate and raise their young. This beach offers sightings of other wildlife including whales and sea birds year-round.

"Goose the water monitor has been spotted in Little Pond area on Wilsonville Rd and Thompson Rd area. These types of lizards are known to travel, climb trees, and seek out water."

The first bald eagle chicks in recent Oakland history have been spotted near Piedmont's Mountain View Cemetery, marking a significant moment for local wildlife preservation efforts.

Police Chief Michael Shaw stated that the hunt for the poisonous 5-foot-long water monitor named 'Goose' has been called off and urged residents to call animal control if spotted.

Tiree, a small Inner Hebridean island, is renowned for whale watching and marine life, offering visitors unique experiences with its rich feeding grounds.

This week's contestant is features writer Alexander Sammon, who has written about the hotel at the center of right-wing conspiracies about immigration.

A snake carcass found in Havering is believed to be the remains of a pet that has been 'wrongly disposed of'. A walker in Havering Country Park came across the carcass last Wednesday (July 9), which did not resemble any of the UK's native species.

Big Momma moves towards her nest, made of mud, grass, and debris, to protect her eggs in the Everglades. She lives at the Clyde Butcher Big Cypress Gallery.

A large ball python was seen slinking along the road in Somerville, leading to speculation about whether it is an escaped pet. The snake is white with black and brown patches, measuring approximately 3 to 4 feet long.

Botswana remains a touchstone for what a truly transformative safari can be.