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According to definitions, greyhounds are “S-shaped” sighthounds that are tall, muscular, smooth-coated, have a long tail, and have sturdy feet.” Unlike closely related sighthounds, like the Italian greyhound, greyhounds are a distinct breed. For 10 incredible facts about greyhounds, continue reading. 1. Greyhounds Have a Variety of Coat Colors Greyhounds come in over 55 different patterns, with 18 base colors to choose from. Gray canines are the rarest because they were bred out of existence due to a false belief that they were slower than other colors....

Siberian Huskies are fantastic dogs and have a remarkable history apart from being friendly, loyal, and efficient hunters. If you are a Husky fan, you just found the opportunity to know more about a dog with a wolf-like appearance. 1. Siberia is the origin of Huskies Except you are a historian or live in Russia, you might think the dog’s name came out of the blue. It didn’t. The name was coined from Siberia, home to the Chukchi tribe....

This term, slug, is polyphyletic. It applies to a group of living organisms linked under one name due to a common characteristic. It is not a species as the linked organisms don’t share a common ancestor. Slugs come in all shapes, lengths, and even colors. Given this, it goes without saying why so many people are passionate about them and even have them as pets. If you’re also interested in these amazing creatures, here are 10 incredible slug facts that will impress you!...

Let’s check out the best waterfalls in Pennsylvania! 1. Raymondskill Falls With a height of 178 feet, Raymondskill Falls is the tallest of all waterfalls in Pennsylvania. The waterfall is in northeastern Pennsylvania, in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. There are three main drops in the falls, but together, they’re higher than Niagara Falls. On a short but steep path, there are several viewing platforms, including one at the summit of the cascade and one in the middle....

Read on to learn more about ten of the most fascinating snakes in Australia. 1. Australian Scrub Python Scrub pythons are the longest and heaviest snakes in Australia. They can reach lengths of 25 feet, and weigh over 50 pounds. They have mottled light and dark brown coloring with a long, heavy head. Scrub pythons aren’t venomous. Instead, they rely on constricting their prey to death before swallowing it whole....

1. The Great Floridian Monkey Escape Monkeys found living near Florida airport are linked to a monkey escape from 1948. During the 1940s, a research facility close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in Florida housed primates for Polio vaccine research. The facility also functioned as a zoo and kept primates like chimpanzees, mandrills, and African green monkeys, to name a few. In 1948, 50 of the animals escaped. And while their keepers successfully recaptured most of them, some embarked on a new life in the Floridian forest....

1. Lake Agassiz (Glacial Basin) Glacial Lake Agassiz is a lake basin in central North America. Its area is larger than all the contemporary Great Lakes combined. This glacial lake basin has many lakes. The most famous are Lake Winnipeg, Lake Manitoba, and Lake Winnipegosis. Lake Dauphin, south of Lake Winnipegosis, and Lake St. Martin, on the Fairford or Little Saskatchewan River, the exit of Lakes Manitoba and Winnipegosis, are tributaries to these larger lakes....

According to the New Jersey Department of Wildlife and Fish, the Delaware River is home to at least 186 fish species recorded since 1980. It is also home to three water snake species that inhabit various parts of the river. Here are 3 snakes found in the Delaware River. Northern Water Snake (Nerodia sipedon) The northern water snake is a medium-length but heavy aquatic snake that grows between 27.4 – 53....

Native to Georgia and Tennessee, you can find red bee balm throughout the United States. They bloom from June to August and can reach heights of 3 to 5 ft tall! But what other red perennials should you know about? Read on to learn about a few of the best wild red perennials you can plant yourself. 1. Turk’s-Cap Lily Proud tall stocks with impressive whorls of leaves, the petals of each flower are curvy with a deep green base....

Though there are numerous brown spiders in Texas, this article focuses on the most common ones people encounter in and around their Texas homes. So, read on to discover these five notable brown spiders and how you can differentiate each of them. 5 Brown Spiders in Texas Brown Recluse Spider The most common brown spider in Texas, the brown recluse spider usually measures between 0.24 and 0.79 inches but may grow larger....

50 Snakes In Alabama If you don’t like snakes then Alabama isn’t the place for you. There are 50 native types of snakes in Alabama. There are about a dozen different kinds of water snakes, venomous snakes, and a lot of non-venomous snakes. Some of the non-venomous snakes that you will find in Alabama are: Eastern Coachwhip Snake The Eastern coachwhip snake like dry open grasslands and there are plenty of those in Alabama....

Does Brain Size Equal Intelligence? Specialists assumed that the size of an animal’s brain is directly proportional to its intelligence. But scientists now know this theory is not necessarily true regarding monkeys. Yet, it is true that some species of monkeys have larger brains than others, but there is still no proof that this results in increased intelligence. In fact, research suggests that the size of a monkey’s brain may have more to do with its body size than anything else....

We’ve got the scoop on the best waterfalls in New York and where you can find them. Get ready for an unforgettable experience! 1. Letchworth State Park Upper & Middle Falls Letchworth State Park covers 14,350 acres and is located about an hour from Buffalo. There are 66 miles of hiking trails in the park and some of the most beautiful waterfalls in New York. Overall, the Upper and Middle Falls are the park’s crown jewels....

You may also hear it referred to as the grunting ox or the Tartary ox. This wild ox is akin to the yak but prefers the wild (Bos mutus). In the animal kingdom, the yak is related to the cow through the genus Bos primigenius. Research into the evolution of yaks using mitochondrial DNA has yielded inconclusive results. Ready to learn more? Here are 10 incredible Yak facts! 1. They Are The Largest Native Animal In Their Range Adult wild yaks average between 5....

10 Mountains In Missouri The mountains in Missouri are great for a range of different hiking levels because they aren’t that tall. But, some of them are tougher than others to hike because they have steep elevations, lots of cliffs, or slipper rock slopes that can be a challenge for beginner hikers. The best hiking mountains in Missouri are: Taum Sauk Mountain Located in: Taum Sauk State Park Height: 1,772 feet Nearby City: Middle Brook Known For: Taum Sauk mountain is the tallest point in Missouri....

#10: Missing Sector Orb Weaver The missing sector orb weaver, Zygiella x-notata, is also known as the silver-sided sector spider. It is a notoriously solitary member of the orb-weaver family Araneidae. Although predominantly found in Europe, it ranges throughout much of the world, including New Jersey. Adult females measure from 5 to 11 millimeters long, while males typically measure around 7 millimeters long. Their name comes from the distinctive, silvery sheen on the abdomen....

Here are some of the best waterfalls in Texas and how you can find them. 1. Gorman Falls In contrast to other waterfalls in Texas, this waterfall is not suitable for swimming due to its fragile environment. Despite that, it is still worth a visit. Gorman Falls has changed over time and has been called a “living waterfall.” There is a high concentration of carbon dioxide flowing through the limestone at Gorman Falls, which feeds into the Colorado River....

First, caterpillars are worm-like insects; hence, not everyone loves them. In addition, all butterflies came from caterpillars, but not all caterpillars are butterflies. Confusing, isn’t it? Caterpillars can be larvae of moths too, and some can sting at their larval stage. As Texas is a state with diverse wildlife and topography, it’s no surprise that it hosts a mindblowing number of caterpillars too. You can distinguish between caterpillars that will sting you and those that won’t by learning how to recognize caterpillars in Texas....

Some of the largest concentrations of sharks in the world are found in and near the Florida coast. Florida’s waters play host to them year-round though the types of sharks vary by season. Many shark species are highly migratory and most don’t stay in the same region for their entire lives. Sharks sometimes use the Gulf Stream as a superhighway between distant places. The Gulf Stream is a strong current that sweeps halfway across the globe....

But before you plant anything, select the garden pots you’ll need first. Choosing Garden Pots for Annual Flowers Many types of containers work well for annual flowers, and the best ones are those with good drainage. Garden centers and antique shops offer a wide selection of different-sized containers. Terra cotta, metal, plastic, ceramic, and concrete are common materials used to make pots for gardening. Even an old boot makes a fun flower container when you add a small pot with soil inside it first, plus puncture holes in the bottom for better drainage....