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10. Bengal Tigers Can Weigh Almost 600 lbs Bengal tigers are massive in size. They can weigh up to 600 pounds or slightly more, and they can also reach over 9 ft in length and stand 3.6 ft tall. These are very large cats, and the scary thing is that they are not even the largest tigers in the world! That title belongs to the Amur tiger. Most of these tigers top out around 400 lbs on average, but the fact that they can get so large is a testament to their deadly potential....

Let’s learn about the 10 most incredible glass frog facts! 1. Glass Frogs Have Translucent Stomachs Glass frogs are so named for the glass-like appearance of their undersides. The skin on their bellies is completely translucent, which means you can see their stomachs, hearts, and other organs. In fact, you can actually see a glass frog’s heart beating, its intestines and stomach digesting food. The purpose of the translucent underside is camouflage....

10. Macaws Come in a Range of Varieties Researchers classify macaws as true parrots, which means they belong to the same family as other well-known birds such as the grey parrot and cockatoo. Like parrots at large, they come in various shapes, colors, and sizes that distinguish them from one another. Unsurprisingly, some macaws look as different from each other as they do from other parrot species. In total, roughly 19 species of macaw exist, although you can no longer find some species in the wild....

1. The Octopus is the smartest invertebrate in the world Experiments have shown that octopuses can open childproof bottles, find their way in mazes, distinguish one human from another, and engage in deceitful activities like pretending that they are moving rocks. The ability to do all these has earned them the reputation of being the smartest invertebrates in the world. Furthermore, they have the highest brain-to-body mass ratio of any invertebrate....

Outside of its limited natural area, the okapi is not an especially well-known mammal. Most okapis remain concealed in jungles and are only seldomly spotted by people; about 100 are housed in zoos around the world. Keep reading to learn fascinating facts about okapis. 1. Before 1901, the okapi was unknown outside of Africa Okapis are natives of Africa, and their existence was only known to that part of the world....

Below is a list with juicy details on some of these facts. 1. Penguins Are Fundamentally Flightless Birds When someone mentions a bird, what you think of, ordinarily, is a creature that can take flight. Well, here’s an interesting fact: penguins are flightless and their body parts are better suited for swimming than flying. You might ask, what about their wings? Well, their wings have evolved into flippers. And it would interest you to know that even though they cannot fly, they can jump as high as 9 feet between blocks of ice....

1. Turtles are Divided into Two Groups Based on their Neck One of the things that turtles are most famous for is their ability to retract their head and neck into their shell. However, turtles are divided into two groups based on how they retract their neck – side-necked and hidden-necked. Side-necked turtles make up the turtle suborder Pleurodira and consist of three different family groups which all live in the Southern Hemisphere....

1. The Lifestyle Of Wombats Makes Them Hard To Study Due to the limited population, researchers are unable to live capture the animals to gather information about the status of the species without running the risk of endangering them. Wombats are nocturnal, solitary creatures who spend a substantial portion of their time in a sophisticated network of burrows. Researchers currently clip adhesive tape to the entrances of burrows to study the population and its growth....

In this article, we’ll explore 11 of the most interesting islands in South America – one from each of 11 countries. Ready to learn more? Keep reading! Argentina: Isla Apipé Grande This Argentina island is found in the Paraná River, right on the border of Argentine and Paraguay. The Isla Apipé Grande is around 15.5 miles (or 25 kilometers) across – the Big Island of Hawaii is around 93 miles across, for reference....

There are so many varieties of pufferfish, ranging in size from scarcely over an inch to several feet in length! Today, we’re going to talk about 17 incredible Pufferfish! When we’re finished, we’ll also talk about whether you can—or should—obtain these pets for yourself, and how they respond to aquarium life. Freshwater Pufferfish Pufferfish are unique-looking fish that are adapted for both freshwater and saltwater. However, about 80% of pufferfish are at home in saltwater, which means that the selection of freshwater pufferfish is more limited....

1. Chrysanthemums Few plants represent the fall the way chrysanthemums, more commonly known as “mums”, do. These full blooms come in a range of autumn shades, from bright yellows to oranges to reds. As a result, they pair perfectly with the falling leaves of September. Most often, you’ll find mums available in the latter months of fall, such as October or November. However, late summer and early fall, such as September, is the best time to plant these flowers....

Scientists believe these bears evolved into giants to sight vultures. When they see vultures gathering on a fresh kill, they see an opportunity for an easy meal. They do this to avoid having to go hunting themselves. These bears had a mix of an herbivorous and carnivorous diet. This article will discuss a few of these ancient bears and how huge they were. List of giant ancient bears The bears we shall discuss lived millions of years ago....

Additionally, if you give him a good scratch, you may observe that his skin is flaky and dry. Dandruff is referred to as seborrheic dermatitis. Sebaceous glands on your dog’s skin create sebum, an oil that keeps the skin supple and moisturized. This is a skin imbalance resulting from these glands overproducing sebum. There are two kinds of seborrheic dermatitis: dry and oily seborrhea. Dogs may possess a mix of the two....

There are over 150 species of pleco on the planet, and it’s rare for them to get along with one another. Almost all of those species originate in South America, though a few can be found in Central American countries like Costa Rica and Panama. Though the species on display are diverse, they all share a need for faster currents and warmer than average waters. If you’re looking for a pleco that can fit comfortably into your aquarium, you’ve come to the right place....

Incredible footage shows this polar bear standing on an elevated ice ledge. She descends into the water, her head and back peaking up. She spots a seal laying on its side, seemingly unaware of what is soon to approach. To prevent her scent from being known, she takes a detour downwind from the seal. Slowly, she creeps through the water like a white furry alligator would, making her way closer to the seal....

What is the size of an albatross? Albatrosses as a species are larger than most birds. Even within the species, however, there are some that are larger than the others. On average, an albatross weighs 13-28 lbs, but most weigh under 26 lbs. They can be rather imposing birds, standing at heights of 4 ft 5 inches, nearly that of a human. While they are tall and heavy, what truly distinguishes them is their wingspans....

Alligators are common in Florida, they have a range as far north as southern North Carolina and west to Texas and can be found throughout Florida, including the Keys. They live in swamps, ponds, rivers and in Florida, the Everglades. Interactions with humans is not that unordinary and are usually resolved peacefully. If you happen to find an alligator on your property you can call the authorities and they will come remove it....

We’re going to examine each of these animals from several perspectives and see which of them has what it takes to kill the other two! Comparing an Anaconda vs Komodo Dragon vs King Cobra What Are Key Differences Between an Anaconda, a Komodo Dragon, and a King Cobra? The greatest differences between an anaconda, Komodo dragon, and a king cobra are their size, morphology, and methods of attack. Anacondas are large snakes that can weigh up to 500lbs and constrict their prey; Komodo dragons are large monitor lizards weighing up to 300lbs that exsanguinate their victims; king cobras are long snakes that reach lengths of 19ft but weigh 15lbs and use deadly venom to dispatch their foes....

One of the reasons would be to capture some magnificent shots of nature in its most pristine form. National parks are officially designated areas that preserve the US’s historical, cultural, or natural aspects. Aerial shots and videos of these areas would be something out of this world. Naturally, the question on everyone’s mind is whether drones are allowed in national parks or not. These small gadgets have the required power and technology to capture 4K footage in up to 60 frames per second....

Do Toads Bite? Like frogs, toads do not have teeth, so they rarely bite. Even if they do, it is like getting chewed on by a marshmallow mouth. It wouldn’t hurt a bit. When a toad bites you, it does not mean that it is aggressive or it perceives you as an enemy. Often, when you put your fingers too close to a toad’s mouth, it may lash out and bite....