Key Differences Between Midges And Mosquitoes

Key Differences Between Midges And Mosquitoes

Some of you may have noticed a large number of insects in the air lately. Most of these are midges; harmless creatures that are a natural part of the ecosystem. But what is a midge and why are they here in such large numbers this year?     Midges are small...
Fighting Betta Splendens: Cruel Or Entertaining?

Fighting Betta Splendens: Cruel Or Entertaining?

History of Fighting Betta Splendens Wild bettas (fighter betta) originate from the tropics of SE Asia, Thailand, Malaysia and parts of Vietnam. Where children would collect them from the paddy fields and then pit them against each other for sport. In Thailand, the...