Rain

Yellow-throated euphonia (Euphonia hirundinacea)

The Yellow-throated Euphonia (Euphonia hirundinacea) ranges from southern Mexico to western Panama, through the lowlands of both coasts and into the highlands to an altitude of possibly 4000 feet...

Pets, Messengers, and Symbols of Peace: Pigeons and Doves

Pigeons and doves are sweet pets, messengers and symbol of peace. Two billion pigeons in one flock is...

Schomburgk’s Deer – An Extinct Deer Species

Despite being once common, Schomburgk's Deer (Rucervus schomburgki) is a mysterious extinct animal. Currently, there is only one...

Spring Season Anemone or WindFlower

These are the tuberous anemones as opposed to the fibrous-rooted types such as pasqueflower (Anemone pulsatilla). All are...

Lamium – Excellent Ground Cover for Shade

Lamium is an excellent ground cover for shade. Because the common name is often given as “spotted dead...

Why Do Rain Sounds Make Us Sleep Better?

Why do Rain Sounds Make Us Sleep Better? We all know that rain makes us feel better. In fact, many people report that the...