As a biologist, I find myself marveling at the amazingly complex rituals, colorful outfits, and tricky dance routines that various animals, and humans, have developed to attract a mate.  Join me...

The Cassowary is one bird that commands respect and awe.  As a biologist I’ve noticed that much of the information circulating about these birds is misleading or downright incorrect. ...

No one told me this was Australia’s scariest tourist attraction!  Climbing a 75 m fire lookout tree seemed like a good idea at the time… age 66 and in my prime. Karri trees can grow up to 90...

One of our favorite activities in Africa is to watch elephants in the wild.  Anywhere, anytime!  They are such intelligent caring creatures.  And the babies are fun to watch.  One...

As a National Park warden and diver on Vancouver Island, in the 1970’s, it was my duty to protect wildlife and soon became my passion.  There was outrage when we discovered that half of the...

A trip to the Galapagos islands is like a dream come true for naturalists and wildlife enthusiasts like us.  We’ve been fortunate to visit the Galapagos islands and I’ve written this article...