Pets & Animals
218 sites
Subcategories:
- Cats (40)
- Dogs (15)
- Exotic Pets (84)
- Wildlife (72)
http://applesnail.net/
Created by Stijn Ghesquiere, this comprehensive reference site covers everything about apple snails (Ampullariidae), including species identification, ecology, anatomy, care guides, disease information, and a photo gallery. With sections spanning genera like Pomacea and Marisa, plus a literature database and FAQ, it is one of the most thorough old-web resources dedicated to these freshwater molluscs.
https://naturenet.net/links/birds.html
Naturenet's birds page curates a wide selection of UK-focused birdwatching links, from the Birdtrack app and mailing lists to nest box guides and species-specific resources like Crow City and the Canada Goose Conservation Society. Part of the broader Naturenet countryside and nature resource site, this directory is a useful starting point for British birders looking for vetted online resources.
https://math.stonybrook.edu/~tony/birds/links.html
Tony Phillips of SUNY Stony Brook has assembled an extensive curated directory of birdsong and birding resources, linking to hundreds of sites including the Macaulay Library, Xeno Canto, and Avibase. The collection is organized by region and topic, making it a valuable starting point for anyone interested in bird sounds, ornithology, or backyard birding.
https://cats.nekoweb.org/
ACAB (All Cats Are Beautiful) is a charming fictional or real local cat adoption center featuring individual profiles for cats and catboys/catgirls with names like Zephyr, Bellada, Sphinx, and Mr. Wiggleton. The site includes sections for adoptable animals, a clinic, and donation opportunities, making it a delightful destination for cat lovers.
https://dylansanders.com/cats
Precious Lives is a fanlisting dedicated to adopted and rescued cats, connecting fans from around the world who share a love for feline rescue. With 146 members from 19 countries, it serves as a small but heartfelt community celebrating cats given a second chance.
http://oxonbirding.blogspot.com/
Oxon Birding Blog is a collaborative birdwatching log covering bird sightings across Oxfordshire, England, with dated field reports from multiple contributors tracking species at specific local sites like Otmoor RSPB, Port Meadow, and Blenheim. With posts stretching back to 2005 and hundreds of entries per year, it serves as a real-time community record for birders seeking rare and notable species in the county.
https://tortoise.org/
The California Turtle & Tortoise Club (CTTC) has been dedicated to turtle and tortoise preservation, conservation, and education since 1964, with over 1,000 members organized into regional chapters across California. The site offers care sheets for desert tortoises, box turtles, and water turtles, adoption resources, a veterinarian list, the Tortuga Gazette publication, and information on chapter meetings and events.
https://www.rainbowsbridge.com/
Rainbow's Bridge is a virtual memorial community dedicated to helping pet owners cope with the loss of a beloved animal companion, offering memorial pages, weekly candle lighting ceremonies, grief support forums, and sympathy cards. The site brings together a caring community of fellow pet lovers with resources ranging from chat rooms and reading materials to personalized memorial jewelry and poetry submissions.
https://cliques.shadow-lord.com/cats
A Soul of a Cat is a web clique created by Mal dedicated to cat lovers who want to celebrate their feline spirit by choosing which cat breed or coat color matches their soul. With 166 members and counting, visitors can join the meowing community by filling out a simple form, no website required.
http://theorniphile.info/birding-labagh-woods/index.html
Robert D. Hughes provides a detailed birding guide to LaBagh Woods Forest Preserve in Chicago, covering parking spots, trail recommendations, and seasonal conditions for birdwatching. A practical and locally-focused resource for birders exploring this Cook County forest preserve, with links to maps, a Facebook community, and Hughes's personal birding logs.