Dodos symbolise the harm humans do to Nature. The skeletons and pictures of Dodo that we preserve caution us to be careful. If we are not, when dealing with Nature’s delicate treasures, we will impoverish Earth of many more of our exquisite fellow species.

Cats entered Japan around the 8th century CE, traveling thousands of miles and guarding the Buddhist scrolls. It is no surprise they received a regal place in Japanese culture.

Kids love ant lions not only because they walk backwards or have one of the most amazing types of housing among the world's insects.