Arrowroot was once Bermuda’s most profitable export. So important was it that “the year was divided into seasons rather than months: arrowroot, onion, turtling, grouper and others,” writes E.A. McCallan, author of Life on Old St. David’s Bermuda (Ber...
The Bermuda cedar is a mighty symbol of our island’s culture, history and natural heritage, and some of the brightest minds in the fields of conservation and genomics have come together to answer these questions: Did a pure Bermuda cedar survive the ...
Although Bermuda may be better known for its plentiful marine life and large variety of birds, the island is also home to four species of lizards. Most locals are familiar with the famed Bermuda Skink as it is endemic to Bermuda but a neighbour of th...
Growing local fruit can be tricky, but plant pathologist at Sam Fraser Smith is successfully growing about twenty different fruit tree species and teaching us how to know more and do better. We sat down with him to talk peaches. Ok, so...
The use of cedar is prevalent in Bermuda homes, in doors, window frames and furniture. Anthony Madeiros, Jr., whose family has owned and operated Bermuda Stripping and Refinishing (BS&R Group) on Middle Road, Devonshire, for 47 years, offers some...
Ensuring the safety of our pets is a top priority for any pet owner. Cats, with their curious nature, often explore their surroundings, sometimes nibbling on plants. However, many common flowers and plants can be toxic to cats, leading to serious hea...
