The cultural stories attached to the turtle dove are so complicated, so varied, that you could well imagine them framing one of those riddles you find inside a Christmas cracker. ‘Which bird, named ...

The classic Christmas carol “The 12 Days of Christmas” sounds like a love song with a playful edge, but when read closely, it resembles a surprisingly busy inventory of animals and people. Over twelve ...

Is the sea turtle your spirit animal? The sea turtle has been a powerful symbol for many cultures around the world for centuries. In some cultures, the turtle is seen as a symbol of good luck and ...

Turtle doves returning to Europe this spring face a less hospitable welcome, as the EU has just voted to let hunters resume shooting the birds. The species - which migrates from sub-Saharan Africa to ...