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10 Aerial Animals The Most Amazing Animals That Can Fly

Read on to discover ten of the most fascinating aerial animals in the world! 1. Wallace’s Flying Frog Also known as gliding frogs, or Abah River flying frogs, Wallace’s flying frogs have one unique skill: they can fly. These aerial animals live in the lush, tropical rainforests of western Indonesia and the Malay Peninsula. They’re very small, but what they lack in size, they make up for in flying skills....

December 29, 2022 · 5 min · 930 words · Roger Watson

10 Incredible Clouded Leopard Facts

Join us as we go over 10 incredible clouded leopard facts that will absolutely fascinate you! 1. Clouded Leopards Are Incredibly Agile The clouded leopard is a very elusive creature. Their climbing ability is excellent, and they will go out of their way to climb trees and walk among the branches. It’s common for them to rest on top of these trees during the day and hunt at night. Their tails are very long and they use them to maintain their balance when climbing....

December 29, 2022 · 5 min · 977 words · Marla Clemons

10 Incredible Guinea Pig Facts

10. Guinea pigs sneeze a lot It’s pretty common to hear guinea pigs sneeze. This fact is because they sneeze multiple times a day! Their tendency to sneeze is because guinea pigs have very sensitive noses and are constantly sniffing around. Plus, all the burrowing they do helps dust and other particles slip up their tiny noses. Sneezing helps to clean out their nostrils. So if you see your guinea pig sneezing a lot, it’s natural for them to do so....

December 29, 2022 · 8 min · 1633 words · Christa Wright

10 Incredible Panther Facts

1. Panthers love water and are great swimmers Among the most impressive panther facts is how well these animals enjoy the water compared to most domesticated pet cats and Panthera pardus, a descendant of leopards that dislike water. On the contrary, the Panthera Onca has a very different tale. These species enjoy swimming and choose swampy wetlands and flooded forests as their most preferable habitats. However, panthers also spend much time playing, relaxing, and chilling in the water....

December 29, 2022 · 6 min · 1069 words · Virgil Wirkkala

10 Incredible Seal Facts

1. The Baikal Seal is the Only Freshwater Seal in the World The Baikal seal, one of the smallest true seals, marks the seal’s evolutionary transition from terrestrial to semi-aquatic. Seals most probably spent time in freshwater before moving to the oceans. Lake Baikal, a freshwater lake in Siberia, is home to a diverse range of fascinating animals and is the world’s oldest and deepest lake. 2. When Seals Dive, their Brain Temperature Falls During a fifteen-minute dive, hooded seals’ brain temperature dropped by three degrees Celsius, indicating that the brain was using less oxygen....

December 29, 2022 · 6 min · 1112 words · John Stoddard

10 Spiders In North Carolina

#10: Brown Recluse The brown recluse, Loxosceles reclusa, easily ranks among the dangerous spiders in North Carolina. It belongs to the family Sicariidae, which includes over 160 different species known for their necrotic venom. A bite from a brown recluse can cause vomiting, fever, muscle aches, and nausea. Adult brown recluses measure between 6 and 20 millimeters long, with males measuring smaller than females. Generally speaking, most specimens appear either light or dark brown or grey....

December 29, 2022 · 7 min · 1473 words · Lisa Wright

10 Types Of Old World Monkeys

While Old World monkeys inhabit Africa and Asia, there is evidence to suggest that their true origins are in Africa. The basis of this belief is that most Old World monkey species live in Africa. Also, the African species tend to be more closely related to each other than to Asian species. Old World monkeys’ social structures comprise groups of multiple families, often including both males and females. In contrast, New World monkeys typically build smaller groups consisting of a single-family unit....

December 29, 2022 · 9 min · 1854 words · Dona Corsi

7 Best Ways To Keep Rabbits Out Of Your Garden

Why You Need to Keep Rabbits out of Your Garden Rabbits are particularly fond of young plants and fresh vegetation. They’ll eat everything from vegetables to berries, annuals, perennials, and even woody plants. If you grow a lawn, a rabbit can cause damage to your landscape or even damage household items they get hold of, including electrical wires, pieces of furniture, clothing, and so on. The eastern cottontail rabbit (Sylvilagus floridanus) is the most common species of rabbit found in gardens all over the US....

December 29, 2022 · 6 min · 1095 words · Margaret Miller

Alocasia Bambino Vs Polly Is There A Difference

In this article, we will compare and contrast the alocasia bambino plant with the alocasia polly plant. We will go over their physical appearances as well as their origins so that you can fully understand both of these plants as individuals. We’ll even give you some tips as to how you can best grow both of these plants in your own home. Let’s get started! Comparing Alocasia Bambino vs Polly Key Differences Between Alocasia Bambino vs Polly There are a number of key differences between the alocasia bambino and the alocasia polly plant....

December 29, 2022 · 4 min · 641 words · Peter Swiger

Alpaca Poop Everything You Ve Ever Wanted To Know

What are alpacas? Alpacas are scientifically called Vicuña pacos and descend from an ancient wild camelid animal called vicugna. People often mistake alpacas for llamas because they look similar. The two, however, descend from different animals – the alpaca descends from the vicugna and the llama from the guanaco. Alpacas are classified into two breeds called the Suri and the Huacaya. The Suri alpaca has silky fur with dreadlock-type curls. The Huacaya breed has thick, fluffy fleece suitable for living in cool-temperature habitats....

December 29, 2022 · 5 min · 993 words · Jennifer Godfrey

Animals That Can Kill A Lion

#8: Giraffe — Long and Dangerous Legs Like most apex predators, lions tend to pick out the sickest and most vulnerable prey animals to target, a form of natural selection that keeps evolutionary trends pressing forward — but it’s a tactic that makes sense when you take into account the sheer weight and reach of a giraffe. The average male giraffe weighs comfortably more than 2000 pounds and reaches a height of seven feet – before calculating their six-foot necks....

December 29, 2022 · 7 min · 1359 words · Patrick Hyden

Appalachian Trail In Pennsylvania 10 Facts You Didn T Know

Whether you’re hiking the entire trail or just going for a day trip, here are 10 facts you probably didn’t know about the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania. 1. The Trail Runs Through Pennsylvania for about 229 Miles Starting in Waynesboro, PA, and ending in Delaware Water Gap, PA, the section of the Appalachian Trail that runs through Pennsylvania is around 229 miles long. Without stopping, that would take the average person about 76 hours (a little more than three days) to complete!...

December 29, 2022 · 5 min · 866 words · Christine Ladd

Are There Snakes In New Zealand

Snakes are famous for their flexible jaws and legless, scale-covered bodies. Some even spit venom, while others have hollow fangs capable of injecting venom into prey and people. Here, we’ll discover whether or not there are snakes in New Zealand. We’ll go into detail about pet snakes, as well as captive zoo snakes in New Zealand. Then, we’ll take a look at New Zealand’s other reptiles. Finally, we’ll take a look at all the snake-free places in the world....

December 29, 2022 · 4 min · 799 words · Dorothy Smith

10 Incredible Falcon Facts

Falcons mainly inhabit the coastlines, mountain ranges, and river valleys. They are diurnal birds of prey that feed primarily on other birds and smaller mammals like mice. Some species of falcon, like the peregrine falcon, are considered endangered. Let’s take a look at the ten most incredible facts about falcons. 1. Falcons are very fast The peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) has been credited as the fastest animal in the world....

December 28, 2022 · 5 min · 974 words · Kristen Clark

10 Incredible Mongoose Facts

Read on to learn 10 incredible mongoose facts. 1. Mongooses Mutated Cells Resist Snake Venom First on our list of incredible mongoose facts, they’re happy to take on snakes. When it comes to a snake vs a mongoose, the small mammal has a unique advantage. While they’re not fully immune to cobra venom as once believed, they do have some resistance. The mongoose’s resistance to snake venom is thanks to an acetylcholine receptor....

December 28, 2022 · 5 min · 1011 words · Brenda Lopez

10 Incredible Pomsky Facts

Pomskies are cute, designer dogs that have become trendy companions, which is just one Pomsky fact that people adore. Pomskies are also known as ‘Huskeranians’ and are active little dogs. Today, Pomskies are widespread across North America and Europe. Here are ten more incredible Pomsky facts that you might like to know, especially if you plan on becoming a guardian of this dog. 1. A Pomsky Is a Siberian Husky and Pomeranian Mix Pomskies are a combination of Siberian Huskies and Pomeranians....

December 28, 2022 · 6 min · 1073 words · Margaret Lyday

10 Snakes With Neurotoxic Venom

What is Neurotoxic Venom? Neurotoxic venom is a venom that attacks the nervous system. It can cause pain and paralysis. Proteins in the venom attack the nerve cells in the person. It messes with the messages that your brain sends to your body. For example, if you grab a hot pan handle your brain sends a message to the muscles in your hand to let go. The neurotoxic venom prevents these messages from being sent....

December 28, 2022 · 6 min · 1179 words · Alma Anderton

10 Spiders In Alaska

#10: Long-Bodied Cellar Spider Also known as the daddy long-legs spider, the long-bodied cellar spider is one of the most common spiders in Alaska. It also goes by the name the skull spider, due to the marking on its body that looks like a human skull. Females normally measure 7 to 8 millimeters long, while males measure around 6 millimeters long. Meanwhile, an adult female’s legs can reach nearly 50 millimeters long, which is where they get their name....

December 28, 2022 · 7 min · 1448 words · Joseph Green

5 Nuts Your Dogs Can Eat Safely And 4 To Avoid

Nuts are high in protein, fat, and fiber. Dogs have no problem digesting some nuts, but they do not need nuts in their diet. If you let your dog have as many nuts as it wants, it may end up being severely dehydrated, obese, or worse. Before you spread that nut paste on your pup’s lick mat, go over this list of nuts we have provided Nut Dogs Can Eat Nuts make a great occasional treat for dogs, especially in moderate amounts....

December 28, 2022 · 7 min · 1380 words · Ernestina Yates

5 Of The Biggest Spiders In Maryland

When we’re finished, you’ll know how big these spiders get, if they are dangerous to humans, and what they look like! What Are the Biggest Spiders in Maryland? Spiders can vary a great deal in terms of their size, even in the same species. Males are frequently smaller than females, and they have different colorations. While we’re going to present information about the biggest spiders in Maryland, it’s important to remember that the one you encounter may not look exactly like what we describe....

December 28, 2022 · 5 min · 938 words · Robert Anderson