15 Types of Voles That Will Surprise You: A Field Biologist’s Guide
From "rolling potatoes" to monogamous rockstars, discover 15 vole species and how to protect your garden from these elusive, burrowing rodents. (146 characters)
Browse our archive of blogs about the animals and wildlife of Iceland. Discover native species, marine life, and conservation across this volcanic island.
11 Facts About the Right Whale Most People Get Wrong
With fewer than 350 North Atlantic Right Whales remaining, distinguishing fact from fiction is a matter of urgency. From their lack of a dorsal fin to the 'whale lice' that create their unique head patterns, we explore 11 facts that makes them surprising
Minke Whale: 12 Fascinating Facts About the Ocean’s Most Stealthy Giant
Ever heard of the "stinky" whale that can outrun a speedboat? Meet the minke. They’re the smallest baleen whales in the sea, but they’ve got huge personalities (and even bigger appetites). Here’s a look at why these underwater speed demons are way cooler than you think!
Fascinating Facts about the Bowhead Whale: The 200-Year-Old Giant
Bowhead whales don't just survive the Arctic; they outlast empires, with some individuals swimming today that were calves when Queen Victoria was crowned.
12 Facts about Albatrosses: The Giants of the Southern Ocean
Big wingspan, bigger life. These ocean giants mate for life, smell food from miles away, and somehow navigate storms using sound. We broke down everything worth knowing.
Polar Bear Facts: 15 Secrets of the Arctic’s Sea Bear
Half a tonne of silent, patient predator waiting on melting ice, polar bears are extraordinary in ways most people never hear about. We dug into the science so you don't have to. Here's what we found.
12 Fascinating Facts about Puffins
Here are 12 facts about puffins that still blow my mind, from their glowing UV beaks to the secret underground cities they build beneath your feet."
Types of Birds Explained: A Complete Guide to Bird Groups
We tend to call everything “a bird,” but they’re not all built the same. This quick guide explores the main bird groups, from eagles and owls to parrots, songbirds, and seabirds, and how to tell them apart.
The Best Arctic Animals: A Guide to Northern Wildlife
Life in the Arctic is defined by cold, light, and constant change. This article explores the animals that have adapted to survive it, drawing on biology, conservation science, and moments spent traveling through northern Sweden above the Arctic Circle.
The Reindeer: 13 Things You Will Love About the Arctic Survivor
You probably think you know reindeer, but there’s a lot more going on beneath the antlers. This guide breaks down their migrations, Arctic survival tricks, and the weird, wonderful facts that make reindeer anything but ordinary.
Harlequin Ducks: Whitewater Survivors of the Duck World
Most people walk past ducks without a second thought. But harlequin ducks are built for chaos, whitewater, heavy surf, and fast-flowing rivers.
Auk Birds: The Forgotten Seabirds That “Fly” Underwater
Think penguins only live in the South? Think again. Meet the auk bird, the tuxedo-wearing master of the North Atlantic.
Ultimate Guide to Vulpines: All Type of Foxes
Foxes are some of the most adaptable mammals on Earth, thriving everywhere from frozen tundra to scorching deserts. From the tiny fennec fox with its oversized ears to the Arctic fox built for life below zero, each species tells a story of evolution, survival, and clever adaptation.
Arctic Char: 10 Fascinating Facts About the Northernmost Fish
Arctic char are the ultimate cold-water survivors. From neon spawning colours to life under ice-covered lakes, these northern fish thrive where almost nothing else can. Here’s what makes them so remarkable.
The Blue Whale: 12 Incredible Facts About Earth’s Largest Animal
Nothing really prepares you for a blue whale. They’re not just big, they’re bigger than anything that has ever lived on Earth, dinosaurs included. In this guide, we dive into the facts, biology, and conservation story behind the largest animal to ever exist.
