One of the beautiful consequences of having free-to-roam birds invade your home premises is that they leave behind a trail of feathers (forget about the excreta, story for another day). Feathers of diverse colours, sizes and patterns. At one point, I started collecting them. Aside from being their unique feature, feathers are used by birds […]
Have you ever stopped to wonder how or where your food comes from? Where and how the vegetables, grains and fruits were grown; how each animal was raised; the amount of time required to grow each crop or livestock. We may not all have the time or interest or means to trace where each element […]
In many cultures, fish is an important part of the human diet. It is also a major source of protein, Omega-3 and other essential nutrients. For some people, fish plays an important role in their history and identity too. Seeing that these water creatures mean so much to the earth and a lot of people, […]
I’m sure you’ve come across that cloud that looks like an object that you can identify; how about rocks and plants and so many others that seem to come alive? We all know the twin-bananas, twin-plantains and twin-onions. There are a few exciting ones I know and will like to share: Zuma Rock in Nigeria […]
Throughout the rainy season, there are snails everywhere. Literally, everywhere around our home. For a person who spent most of her childhood in the city, I am always fascinated by their abundance and diversity. Snails on trees, walls, doors, plastic containers…you get my point. I just cant help but adore the way they seem to […]
Some people associate environmentalists and activists with ‘weird’ stuff. People who are obsessed with trees or just plain crazy. The whole thing appears fuzzy and out-of-reach. In reality, the call to be more environmentally-responsible is not necessarily always drastic. It does not entail living in a cave or giving up meat entirely and abruptly. […]
Its hard to describe the calming peace that one can find in the green. A simple walk through the woods, sitting in a garden or just lying on lush grasses can have the most incredible effect on one’s mind and soul. It is this beautiful feeling that makes me want to have some green […]
There has been a lot of noise about it and I’m sure you’ve heard it too. Some say its true, others call it a hoax. Some totally ignore it and for others, it is a full-time endeavour. As briefly as possible, lets discuss Climate Change and a few things you need to answer this […]
In many parts of the world, it is not uncommon for people to eat certain kinds of insects. Whether its grasshoppers, beetles or crickets, mankind have been munching the little creatures for a while. It is estimated that up to 2 billion people around the world rely on insects as a protein source. There […]
Making a change to become more environmental-friendly is sometimes life altering or even drastic. However, there are several simple changes that anyone can make, at their own pace that is better for the earth. I’ll like to share of few of those that I think are cut-crossing. So no matter where you are or how […]