A goat has taken two lambs who were rejected by their mother under her wing.
The lambs were born three weeks ago at White Post Farm in Farnsfield, Nottinghamshire. When their mother rejected them, Geraldine the Golden Guernsey goat adopted them.
Anthony Moore, one of the managers at the farm, said: “It’s so strange to see her looking after the lambs but the three of them have really bonded and get on really well.
“We were worried at first because the first few days are critical and the lambs need the nutrients from their mother’s milk. Luckily Geraldine was more than happy to adopt and feed them.” (AP)
Plants ‘prefer’ heavy metal
Garden guru Chris Beardshaw has recommended a new technique for bigger blooms – blast your plants with heavy metal.
The broadcaster and gardening expert revealed to Radio 4 listeners that a constant diet of Black Sabbath worked wonders on a greenhouse full of plants.
But he told the audience of Gardeners’ Question Time that exposure to Sir Cliff Richard proved a total disaster and killed every plant in a horticultural experiment. (PA)
Holidaymakers sleep less
Holidaymakers seeking sun, sand and sea seem to be missing out on sleep, according to a survey.
The average UK tourist is getting just 5.1 hours of shut eye when on a trip overseas, the poll by travel agent sunshine.co.uk found.
Some did manage a day-time nap, but many said they were up long hours in order to get the most out of their holiday. Reasons for not getting much sleep included getting up early to get the best spots around the pool or on the beach. (PA)
Elephant retirement home
A safari park’s new home for three elderly African elephants has been officially opened by the Princess Royal.
Princess Anne on Friday visited Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park, near Stirling, where a trio of elephants in their 40s are adjusting to their new habitat after they moved into their new home in October. The elephants had been residents at the park since 1997. The Princess was given a tour of their new home which includes a computer-controlled feeding system, allowing the elephants to eat food over a 24-hour period.
The safari park is dedicated to providing a retirement space for dysfunctional elephants. (AP)