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Can Sand Tiger Sharks Bite? Sand tiger sharks, like most other sharks, are naturally equipped to inflict deep bites. Mere looking at them, you see their dangerous-looking teeth which are visible and stick out conspicuously, even when their mouth is closed. They have a massive dentition comprising extended and narrow primary cusps and a division into upper, intermediate, and lower teeth. The upper teeth range from 44-48 while the lower teeth number about 41-46....

10 Mountains In Alabama Alabama is home to portions of the Talladega Mountains and the Appalachian Mountains. Some of the best mountains for hiking and camping in Alabama are: Cheaha Mountain Located in: Cheaha Resort State Park Height: 2,413 feet Nearby City: Talladega Known For: Cheaha Mountain is the tallest mountain in Alabama. The Civilian Conservation Corp built a stone lookout tower at the summit with an observation deck. The deck allows you to look out at scenic views over the forests and farmland below....

1. The Blue Whale is the Largest Animal on the Planet Not only is the blue whale the largest animal on the planet today, but it is also one of the largest animals ever to have existed on Earth! One of the coolest blue whale facts is that this colossal creature can grow over 100 feet long. That is longer than three triceratops standing head to tail, or about as long as three school buses....

1. Goats prefer smiling faces Generally, goats can read human body language and distinguish between our expressions. However, a study reveals that these animals not only know how to identify our expressions, but they also have a preference. In the study, researchers displayed two versions of the same face in a goat sanctuary: one happy and one angry. The goats tended to avoid the angry face while exploring the happy one with their snouts....

New Zealand Kakapo – Winged but Flightless The ground-bound Kakapo is the world’s only flightless parrot. These birds have very short wings that they do not use for flight. Instead, they use their stubby little wings primarily for support and balance. They are adept at jumping from tree to tree, although their foraging is mainly ground-based. Although they cannot fly, their wings do act as a parachute. This feature affords them a measure of stability in the descent from the tree to the forest floor....

Today, we will be listing 10 incredible king penguin facts that will showcase how awesome and unique these creatures truly are! 1. King Penguins Have The Longest Breeding Cycle Compared to many other penguins, king penguins take the prize of having one of the longest breeding cycles. These breeding cycles can last anywhere from 13 to 16 months. King penguins actually do not build nests but instead choose to incubate the eggs on top of their feet, with incubation lasting up to 60 days....

10. Intelligent Lemurs Are More Popular Generally speaking, people view lemurs as less intelligent than monkeys. This may be due to the fact that lemurs prefer to manipulate objects with their mouths and don’t often use tools. That said, lemurs still possess keen minds. Although they score lower on some tests than certain monkeys, they also score higher on some other tests. Additionally, lemurs apparently value intelligence within their society. One study shows that the more a lemur excels at a particular skill, the more popular it becomes within its social circle....

1. Their Fur Is The Densest Of All Animals Sea otters have the highest density of fur of all animals. They average 1 million hairs every square inch. The hair keeps them warm! Despite living in the chilly, pacific ocean, sea otters don’t have that much fat mass or blubber. In fact, without their hair, they’d freeze to death. 2. They Carry Stuff In Their Armpits Sea otters have built-in shopping bags under each arm....

10 Stunning Mountains In South Carolina The Blue Ridge Mountains aren’t the only mountain chain in South Carolina but they are the most prominent. Some of the best mountains to hike in South Carolina are: Hogback Mountain Located in: Blue Ridge Mountain Escarpment Height: 3,212 Nearby City: Spartansburg Known For: Hogback Mountain is one of the best places in South Carolina for birders. While everyone can enjoy a relatively easy hike up the forested Hogback Mountain birders will be especially thrilled with the many varieties of birds that call this mountain home....

Tallest Mountains In The United States Mount Denali Located in: Alaska Height: 20,310 feet Nearby City: Fairbanks Known For: Mount Denali is the highest peak in the United States at more than 20,000 feet above sea level. Climbing Mount Denali is extremely difficult. It’s something that people train for years to attempt. More than 32,000 people have tried to climb to the top of Denali and only a small percentage have succeeded....

If you’re considering a vacation to an island, we’ve got you covered. In this post, we’ll take a look at 11 famous islands to add to your bucket list. Maldives Located in the Indian Ocean, Maldives certainly needs no introduction. The Maldives offers exquisite beaches and water, romantic sunsets, and life-changing meal experiences. Visitors to the Islands often take part in fun water activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, and various types of surfing....

Not all sharks have large teeth ripe for tearing and consuming other animals; a few subsist off small fish and different marine life. Volusia County, Florida, is the shark bite capital of the world, and many swimmers at the beach never even realize they are swimming among the sharks. The Most Common Sharks in Florida Of course, sharks live in the salty brine of the sea, it is their territory, and we are only intruding upon it....

6 black spiders in Michigan Michigan is a diverse state with a lot of wildlife. To the dismay of many, part of that wildlife includes spiders! Still, these animals are important to the ecosystems they belong to, even if they creep us out. In Michigan, there are a lot of spider species, and many of them are hard to tell apart. If you have come across a black spider in Michigan, you may have wondered what kind it was....

1. Eastern Garter Snake One of the most common yellow snakes in Florida is the eastern garter snake. Eastern garter snakes are typically 18 to 26 inches long and are brown or black with distinct yellow or whitish-yellow stripes. They are extremely versatile and live in a variety of different environments, although abandoned farmland and grassy fields are preferred. Other habitats include lakes, rivers, streams, swamps, and urban environments – even gardens....

Many of the parks on this list have doggy bags or toys like tennis balls provided by volunteers and other pet owners who frequently visit. There are at least 12 off-leash dog parks in Denver but some are deemed less favorable by the locals. We’ve come up with a list of the best dog parks you can find in Denver. 1. Belleview Station Dog Park If you live in the area or are just visiting this park is a hidden gem....

Snakes use their noses primarily to breathe. Their mouths and tongues are used to smell, eat, and threaten their prey and predators. Snakes have noses of different shapes, sizes, and even apparent numbers. Here are 9 Snakes with the weirdest noses. 9 Snakes with the Weirdest Noses Malagasy Leaf-nosed Snake Male and female Malagasy leaf-nosed snakes get their names from their weird noses. Although male and female Malagasy snakes have different types of nostrils, both are still unique....

The Places On Earth With No Snakes It is interesting to note that snakes are on all continents except Antarctica. Snakes, though populated in almost all countries, mostly avoid cold places. Also, snakes are cold-blooded animals and cannot balance their internal temperature; thus they rely on the temperature of their environments. Usually, snakes hibernate in the cold months. But in places where the cold is unending, they cannot thrive, as they require warmer seasons to move, feed and bask....

The Akita is a strong, independent, willful dog with a dignified bearing and courageous personality. This can often lead to territorial behavior and distrust or indifference of strangers. It can also act aggressively toward other dogs, particularly those of the same sex. The Rottweiler is famous for having a loyal, affectionate, sensitive and protective personality. Due to its calm and quiet temperament it is a popular choice for families, including those with children....

How to Identify Salmon Sharks Adult salmon sharks are identifiable by their medium gray to black body, with a pale white underside and dark blotches. Juveniles of this species appear similar but generally lack blotches on their underside. The snout is short and cone-shaped. Salmon sharks are sometimes mistaken for great white sharks because they are similar in appearance, especially in body shape and color pattern. But, salmon sharks are significantly smaller in size, and they also have wide tails....

Read on to learn more about how Alaskan huskies and Siberian huskies are different, and also all of the ways in which they are similar. Comparing Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky The 5 Main Differences Between Alaskan Husky vs Siberian Husky There are many key differences between Alaskan huskies vs Siberian huskies. Alaskan huskies are not purebred dogs according to the AKC, while Siberian huskies are. Siberian huskies are usually larger than Alaskan huskies, with longer coats and more variety of both coat and eye colors....