If you’ve ever wanted to acquire a sugar glider or learn more about them, here are ten fascinating and entertaining facts about them. 1. Sugar gliders can harm their kids when stressed It is not advised to move sugar gliders or alter their surroundings when they have just given birth because they may kill and eat their young if they become overly stressed. The infants open their eyes about a day after fully emerging from the pouch....
#10: White-Banded Crab Spider The white-banded crab spider, Misumenoides formosipes, belongs to the crab spider family Thomisidae. It is one of the most common crab spiders in Nebraska and is widely distributed throughout much of the rest of the United States. Adult females typically measure between 5 and 11 millimeters long, while males measure from 2.5 to 3.2 millimeters long. They feature a characteristic white line that runs through the space below their eyes, hence their name....
Read on to learn some of the weirdest, creepiest, coolest, and overall most amazing facts about snakes, lizards, tortoises, crocodilians, and more. 1. The earliest reptile species lived over 300 million years ago. Historically, there’s been a lot of debate over what the first “true” reptile was and exactly when it first emerged from the Earth’s oceans. There are a handful of ancient animals that have been suggested, from the more amphibious Westlothiana to the poorly-documented Casineria....
11. Papauan Python: 25-50 pounds The Papauan python or olive python is one of the python species that can be found in New Guinea. Pythons in general are one of the thickest snakes in the world with anacondas getting to be just a tad bigger. One interesting feature of the olive python is that it can change colors when it gets agitated, similar to chameleons. The largest olive pythons tip the scales at 50 pounds and can get to be 5-6 feet long....
You’ll learn where you’re like to encounter these creatures, how large they can grow, and if they pose any threat to you or your family if they bite. We’ll also tell you which spiders you need to be warier of should you encounter them in the wild. What Are the Biggest Spiders in Pennsylvania? The biggest spiders in Pennsylvania aren’t nearly as large as those found in the Southwest. You’ll not find tarantulas lurking in Lancaster County or any huntsman spiders in the basements of Philadelphia’s shops....
Here, we’ll take a closer look at six extinct species in India, including one that died out a very long time ago. Today, in India, there are many Critically Endangered species with populations so low that they may be extinct even today. Here, we’ll learn about six species that, unfortunately, have already succumbed to extinction. 1. Indian Asiatic Cheetah Now found only in Iran, Asiatic cheetahs are one of the most storied extinct species in India....
Blistering heat is what most deserts are known for, but places with freezing temperatures, like Antarctica, are also considered a desert since the area is dry. Many animals have adapted to live comfortably in a desert and use their incredible survival skills to thrive in the area’s harsh climate. Incredible Survival Skills of Desert Animals The desert animals’ lifestyles and bodies are important in keeping them alive in the harsh desert environment....
These snakes are nonvenomous, and they have the classic characteristics of nonvenomous snakes like round pupils. It’s a fact about corn snakes that they try to flee when cornered and, like a lot of snakes, emit a musk out of their cloaca when threatened. Corn snakes are a type of rat snake and share a lot of similarities with their neighbors and cousins. They’re considered a New World snake along with all other North American rat snakes, and they might not be as related to their European counterparts as previously thought....
Stories about sewer alligators first surfaced in the late 1920s and early 1930s; they now mostly exist as an urban legend. They are based on accounts of alligator sightings in unusual places, especially in New York City. Like many urban legends, this one endures because there’s a grain of some truth to it. Urban legends are the modern equivalent of fairy tales; they start with a tiny bit of truth and worsen until they have nothing to do with reality....
Killer whales are highly intelligent marine mammals belonging to the suborder of toothed whales known as odontocetes. They are mainly distinguished from false killer whales with their distinctive body colors. Killer whales vary in size and body weight depending on the species. Interestingly, most species range between 20 and 26 feet in length and weigh up to 6 tons. Generally, killer whales have an average wild lifespan of 50 to 60 years....
Many fish swim in Arkansas lakes, just a few species include Large & Smallmouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Walleye, Rainbow Trout, Bluegill, Redear Sunfish, White Bass, and Hybrid Striped Bass. There are countless opportunities for hunting, fishing, boating, camping, and swimming in the lakes of Arkansas. This article explores ten absolutely amazing lakes found in Arkansas. 1. Greers Ferry Lake Camping/Overnight Available: YesBoating/Docks Available: YesSwimming Permitted: YesFishing Permitted: YesBest For: Ranked One of the Clearest Lakes in the Nation, Home of the World Record Walleye...
One of these, in particular, is their many waterfalls. Looking to find out more about New Jersey’s stunning waterfall locations? We will provide you with the ten best waterfalls you can visit in Jersey. 1. Paterson Great Falls It’s difficult to overlook the Paterson Great Falls, also known as Passaic Falls. On the east side of the Mississippi, only Niagara Falls has more sheer volume than this amazing waterfall, as it comes in at 77 feet high and 260 feet wide....
1. One British zoologist re-named the Samoyed. This is a rather recent designation; the original names have since been forgotten. In the late 1800s, Samoyeds were first imported from Siberia to assist with polar missions. British naturalist Ernest Kilburn Scott was the first to successfully transport one back to England. Bjelkier is the generic Russian term for the breed, which is what his British pals called him at first. However, Kilburn Scott renamed the breed “Samoyed” when he established the Samoyed Club of England in 1909....
1. The White Tiger Is Not A Separate Subspecies Of Tiger Although some try to brand the white tiger as a subspecies of tiger, it is not. There is only one species of tiger and two subspecies – the continental tiger and the Sunda tiger. 2. The White Tiger Is A Product of Genetic Mutation The white tiger looks the way it does due to genetic mutation. Usually, a tiger has the base orange color and the black stripes to match....
Popular Lakes in Arizona 1. Lake Mead Surface Area: 158,144 acresMax Depth: 532 FeetCamping/Overnight Available: YesBoating/Docks Available: Yes, PWC also allowedSwimming Permitted: YesFishing Permitted: YesBest For: Boating & Fishing Lake Mead is the largest reservoir in the United States. Its name comes from Elwood Mead who helped bring the lake into existence through the Boulder Canyon Project. Access to the lake is open year-round with many recreational options. The Hoover Dam has been responsible for containing the massive body of water that helps serve Arizona, California, Nevada, and even parts of Mexico since 1936....
Keep reading to learn about eleven types of spikey lizards, where they live, and what their spikes are used for! #1: Thorned Dragon (Moluch horridus) The thorned dragon, also known as the thorny devil, mountain devil, and thorny lizard, is native to sandplains in Australia. Its entire body is covered with non-overlapping scales and numerous spikes. The exact number of spikes on their body is unknown. Even though the thorned dragon might look scary, they are not a threat to people....
10 Cute Girl Dog Names Cute is always an excellent idea for girl dog’s names, but what are some that aren’t as basic as “Cutie?” So glad you asked! Check out these cute names and see if something matches your pup. Roxy: Roxy is a bright name for girls that comes from the Persian language. It means “dawn,” “star,” and “bright,” which is a happy coincidence because it means that new and exciting things are about to happen....
Passenger Pigeon Native to North America the passenger pigeon (Ectopistes migratorius) was an attractive wild pigeon around 12 inches tall with a long-pointed tail and a pink tint to its plumage. It looked much like the mourning dove and was named ‘passenger’ due to its habit of ‘passing by on migration. Reports indicate it was a tame bird and easy to catch. Unfortunately, this meant it was extensively hunted for food by native Americans and then by colonists in the 19th century....
If you’re dealing with a snake in your yard that’s taken up residence in an unwanted place, try to hire a professional to relocate the animal. Killing it removes a vital apex predator from the immediate habitat. You call this habitat your property. In fact, it’s illegal in Virginia to kill a snake unless it’s a threat to livestock or a person. You can be fined up to $1,000 or receive 6 months of jail time if you’re caught killing snakes....
Michigan is home to various habitats perfect for spiders, and many of them have brown coloring. The brown recluse is among the most feared of all brown spiders, with people often confusing other species for them. Nearly all spiders can produce venom; most are not medically significant to humans. Here are 8 brown spiders in Michigan and the interesting things you should know about each. 1. Brown Recluse The brown recluse is one of Michigan’s most dangerous and feared spiders, and other species are regularly confused for this species....
