BVSc (Hons I), BAnSci, MANZCVS, PhD Scholar
Dr. Rebbecca (Bec) Wilcox is an Australian veterinarian and academician working in clinical practice, animal welfare, journalism, and medical research. She is passionate about sharing fascinating facts and the latest research on the intriguing lives and science of animals, particularly those we share our lives with.
Dr. Bec is a regular guest on the radio and a columnist for Australian Dog Lovers’ Magazine, Australian Cat Lovers’ Magazine, and Pet Insurance Australia. Her academic and clinical research spans several areas, with a focus on the role of the microbiome in health, preventative medicine, developing new veterinary medicines, clinical trials that benefit animals and humans, and working to prevent antibiotic resistance. Dr. Bec advocates for animal charities that promote animal welfare for both domestic animals and wildlife.
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The opossums are cute wild animals found in North and South America. They are nocturnal creatures with grayish-brown or white fur, large black ears, with pink noses. If you are looking for opossum facts for kids, this post is for you. These solitary animals usually live alone when not breeding actively. They are excellent swimmers…
Fish can pique curiosity in children. If your little ones want to know more about them, our post on facts about fish for kids can be interesting. After all, these wonderful water creatures move so swiftly that even adults find it fascinating. Also, they are an important part of our environment and ecosystem, and children…
Red pandas are soft and cuddly mammals that look like teddy bears. They are gentle creatures that show friendly behavior and live high in the trees, feed on bamboo, and pretty much chill most of the time. In this post, we provide you with intriguing red panda facts for kids, including information on their lives,…