The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued helpful advice about pet care over the coming months.
Caring for Pets in Warmer Weather
The Lizard Mummies of Ancient Egypt
The contents of six sealed ancient Egyptian animal coffins, imaged using a non-invasive technique, are enabling researchers to understand more about the process and practices as never before.
The Sabre Toothed Marsupial
Popularly known as the “marsupial (or metatherian) sabertooth” because its extraordinarily large upper canines, Thylacosmilus lived in South America until its extinction about 3 million years ago.
Illegal Trafficking & Slaughter of Sea Turtles: Over 1.1 Million in 10 Years
The East Pacific hawksbill turtle is among the most endangered sea turtle populations and one of the oldest creatures on Earth. Image credit Lindsay Lauckner Gundlock
Fireworks Advice for Pet Owners
Vet charity PDSA is urging owners to take preventive action – especially those who took on a pet during the pandemic – in a bid to reduce the extreme distress and suffering that fireworks can cause.
The Great Big Art Exhibition
The Great Big Art Exhibition In your windows, gardens and online for 100 days from 28th January – 7th May.
Memories of The Zoology Museum at Aberdeen University
The University of Aberdeen’s Zoology Museum which turned 50 on December 17 has launched a Memories Project to gather the recollections of visitors over the decades as part of a year-long programme of celebrations.
Masking Up For Courtship
Centurio senex is a wrinkle-faced bat found in Mexico, Central America, and northern South America.
Vets Back Recommendations on Limiting Fireworks Use & Sale
““The report’s recommendations are a welcome step towards positive and much-needed change in fireworks controls in Scotland.”
Fernvalley Wildlife Centre
Fernvalley have put in place arrangements to keep visitors and staff safe.
