Critter Watch & Product of the Day

Not only do I love animals, but I love to study them too.  Today's Critter Watch focuses on the harlequin shrimp, a tropical crustacean that feeds on starfish.  The name comes from its brightly colored exoskeleton, much like the costume of a circus clown.  Harlequin shrimp are often purchased as aquarium pets, but should be left in their natural habitats, coral reefs.

The Product of the Day is Kirk's Original Coco Castile, a great bar of vegan soap.  Kirk's Natural LLC has been around since 1839, providing cleansing products at affordable prices.  You can order any of their cruelty-free items at the website below, but check your local stores first for better deals.  I buy the bar soap from a nearby Hy-Vee for about $1.50 a bar.  Hy-Vee is a midwest chain store though, so try Whole Food Markets or Meijer's, whatever is in your area.

http://www.kirksnatural.com/