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Imperial Blue Butterfly John Dengate came across a caterpillar covered by a swarm of ants. At first glance it seemed as though the ants were killing the caterpillar, but as John explained, these two insects have a very special relationship. Imperial blue butterfly...
Three weeks ago Don showed a baby Red-tailed Black-Cockatoo that he’d bred. The tiny chick, which was living in a hollow log in the aviary, resembled a strange, dinosaur or lizard covered in yellow fluff. On this week’s program, Don checked to see how the...
Name: AIBO (Artificial Intelligence Robot) Cost: $3000 plus accessories Longevity: 10+ years Maintenance: medium (charging and ‘training’ required) Recommended for: well-heeled computer nuts If you’re interested in owning a pet but don’t want...
Breed: Selkirk cats Temperament: placid, love companionship Cost: $300 (pet) $500 (show) Lifespan: up to 15 years Maintenance: low (shorthair) medium (longhair) Recommended for: anyone who wants something different History Rex cats, such as the Devon Rex, Cornish Rex...
Breed: Poodle Temperament: intelligent but can be neurotic Lifespan: up to 15 years Maintenance: high Recommended for: families, singles, elderly Although some may still regard the Poodle as the epitome of canine extravagance and a symbol of the well heeled, this...
Pat Parelli is world famous for his ability to teach people what horses want and need them to know – savvy. This includes tapping into the equine heart and mind by learning the language of the horse, and how to use it. Pat says that if you can try to understand...