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The changeable hawk-eagle (Nisaetus cirrhatus), also known as marsh hawk-eagle, crested hawk-eagle, or Indian crested hawk-eagle, is a large bird of prey of the family Accipitridae. This hawk-eagle is in the subfamily Aquilinae with distinct feathers covering the tarsus, which are absent in raptors outside the family. Booted eagle is the common name used for the species of this subfamily. This hawk-eagle was previously placed in the genus Spizaetus. However, research pointed to the group being paraphyletic resulting in the Old World members being placed in genus Nisaetus, separating them from the New World species....

In this article, we will be learning and reading about the crested fireback (Lophura ignita). This bird is a medium-sized forest pheasant that is named after its beautiful crest. They belong to the family Phasianidae and the genus Lophura. These birds were initially divided into four subspecies: Lophura ignita, Lophura ignita nobilis, Lophura ignita rufa, and Lopohura ignita macartneyi (Delacour’s crested fireback). However, as of 2014, two of the subspecies are now recognized as separate species altogether, namely, the Bornean crested fireback and the Malayan crested fireback....

The crested tit (Lophophanes cristatus) is a small and active bird known for its conspicuous crest which is where it gets its name from. Although a resident of northern and central Europe, it is a common bird that occurs in multiple places like Scotland, west Russia, and the Balkans. They prefer to dwell in the Caledonian forest of the Scottish Highlands as it is their ideal breeding ground. However, they inhabit woodlands, shrublands, and orchards as well....

False wolf spiders are a type of spider from the Mediterranean that belong to the family of Zoropsidae. Similar to most spiders of the family of Zoropsidae, false wolf spiders can also adapt well to their surroundings and they live just about everywhere in the world other than Antarctica as this species can not survive in such temperatures or deep in the ocean as they do not have gills. The false wolf spider can be identified by its big eyes, long legs, bulky body, and huge mouth....

Want to spice up your aquarium with an iridescent golden fish? Look no further than the golden panchax (Aplocheilus lineatus). Also known as the golden wonder killifish, striped panchax, and Malabar killifish, it is a beautiful tank fish found in South Asia. This highly adaptable and hardy fish is originally gray-green in color, but it has been specially cultivated to bear a luminous gold color. It is a surface-dwelling fish that can be found inhabiting the upper portion of a tank....

The Indo-Pacific Ocean comprises some of the most unique and peculiar marine creatures. The pufferfish is one such extraordinary fish species that inflates when threatened. This is because these fishes are not very fast and easily preyed upon therefore is it a kind of natural defense. The fish fills its stomach with water (underwater) or air (on the surface) and puff up. Some pufferfish have spikes and most of them are poisonous....

Are you fascinated by ray fish, like the eagle ray? Then here we have all the information on the honeycomb stingray. The honeycomb stingray (Himantura uarnak) species belongs to the Dasyatidae family of animals. They are also known as the reticulate whipray. The geographic range of this ray species is pretty widespread in the Indo-Pacific Oceans. They can be seen from the Philippines to South Africa and from Syria southwards to Israel and Egypt....

What type of animal is a tapaculo? Tapaculos are small-sized passerine birds. They are terrestrial birds that belong to the Rhinocryptidae family and they are found across Central and South America. It is believed that their closest relatives are gnateaters, ground antbirds, and members of the Formicarius and Chamaeza genera. Fun Tapaculo Facts For Kids What do they prey on? Insects, spiders, berries What do they eat? Omnivores Average litter size?...

The tree bumblebee is a bee common in Europe and parts of Asia. It is found in the north of France, Russia, the Pyrenees, the Balkans, Greece, Iberia, Scotland, Iceland, England, and Wales. The tree bumblebee was first recorded in the British territories of Scotland and England in 2007. The tree bumblebee species likes to live in urban areas and close to human settlements, often in bird boxes. The nests are usually above the ground....

Looking for Dori ascension materials in Genshin Impact? Judging by our best Dori build, this pink, pint-sized merchant from Sumeru works best as a support healer. If you’re looking to make the most of her abilities, you need to go through the motions and invest in taking her talents to max level. Dori was released in phase 2 of the Genshin Impact 3.0 update, and she can be obtained by spending wishes on the current Dori banner....

George Blanda Birthday Highlights Birth Name George Blanda Place Of Birth Pennsylvania, America Age 96 years old Birth Date September 17 1927 George Blanda Facts Child Star? no Occupation Football player Education & Qualifications University of Kentucky Net Worth $7,000,000 Current Partner Betty Harris Children Leslie Blanda, George Blanda Junior Parents Michael, Mary Blanda Siblings Peter, Michael, Joseph, Paul,Thomas, Mary, Helen, Irene About George Blanda George Frederick Blanda was a professional football player who played for the NFL and AFL....

Want to know where to buy the new cars in GTA Online The Contract? The latest update to the popular open-world game has players meet up with Franklin and Dr. Dre to help the duo get some unreleased music back. It also adds several new cars to the game for you to buy with your hard-earned dollars and take out for a spin. This guide has prices for all seven currently available cars in GTA The Contract: six on sale at Legendary Motorsport and one more at San Andreas Super Autos....

Chances are that you have already seen mention of Fortnite augments in the quest list. This major new mechanic has arrived alongside Fortnite Chapter 4, in which the island is now a mishmash of different chunks of islands from other dimensions. It aims to give you the edge by letting you choose from multiple perks that last throughout the match. One of the most popular battle royale games available, you learn a bit about Fortnite augments via the preliminary challenges you must complete before more Chapter 4 quests unlock....

Koe Wetzel Birthday Highlights Birth Name Ropyr Madison Wetzel Place Of Birth Pittsburg, USA Age 31 years old Birth Date January 14 1992 Koe Wetzel Facts Child Star? no Occupation Singer Education & Qualifications Pittsburgh High School Net Worth $2 Current Partner Bailey Fisher Children None Parents Julie Wetzel Siblings Presleigh Kara, Zoie Kate About Koe WetzelRopyr Madison Koe Wetzel, known simply as Koe Wetzel, is one of the biggest unsigned American musicians who found fame in a short time period....

During Minecraft Live 2022, the Minecraft camel was announced, alongside other new additions coming with the 1.20 update that’s set to arrive in 2023. You might think this new will have nothing unique to offer when there are existing Minecraft mobs like the horse and llama, but you’d be wrong: there’s more to this hump-backed mammal than you think. This adorable creature is going to be a great addition to the deserts and badlands, which are currently among the least developed of the Minecraft biomes....

Once as rare as a legendary loot drop, new MMOs seem to be launching every other month. MMOs offer near-boundless freedom in a world populated by a vast number of players, making them among the most ambitious games around. Each one promises a sprawling world, a vibrant community, and enough content to last a lifetime – or at the very least, several years. Thanks to the rise of the free-to-play market, they’re also now more accessible than ever....

The rain’s falling, the mercury’s dropping, but your autumn is looking up! We’ve got loads of exclusive deals for you - whether you’re looking to book a festive family day out, plan a luxury birthday surprise or try out a new skill, we’ve got you sorted. Who needs sunshine when you’ve got Kidadl offers that’ll brighten your day?‍20% off Panoramic Afternoon Tea Bus Tour of London20% off: it’s time for tea....

Image © iStock.It’s time to journey to the centre of the Earth…OK, so it’s not quite that adventurous but we do have some fun project ideas to help the kids learn about the layers of the Earth. Luckily with zero digging involved.KS2 is when children’s geography lessons start to focus on Earth science: the way our planet is structured, and what it’s made up of. We have some fun projects to aid with learning about the Earth’s layers, that are also interesting and enjoyable enough that hopefully, it won’t feel too much like homework....

We all like to find things we relate to, whether it’s our eye color or our star sign, and when we find out we’ve got an entire month full of people with similar characteristics, it can feel like finding a whole new set of friends.From fiery, optimistic Sagittarius facts to eccentric, creative Aquarius facts, every star sign has a list of characteristics shared by people born under it. Pisces is no different - in fact, it’s even said to embody all the characteristics of the other signs because of its position at the very end of the zodiac, so Pisces might just find they’ve got something in common with everyone....

When kids are stuck indoors all day, it’s easy to get bored and uninspired.If your children are suffering from cabin fever, there’s always the option of giving them a dose of indoor fun to release pent-up energy. For those unable to play outdoors or during those rainy days, there are plenty of fun indoor activities for kids to burn energy and fight the boredom!Not only will it help with their muscle development, gross motor skills and keep them healthy, but it will also be good for their minds....