As long as they have a healthy environment, monk seals can live 25 to 30 years. They can grow seven and a half feet long and weigh between 500 and 610 lb. During the day, they love spending their time foraging for octopuses, eels, lobster, and fish! Unfortunately, Hawaiian monk seals are one of the most endangered marine mammals worldwide. However, conservationists are working hard to help uncover the mystery of this species....
1. Opossums Have Pouches Like Kangaroos! Opossums may look like a rodent, with their long noses and rat-like tails, yet they are mammals. Like kangaroos and koalas, opossums are marsupials, meaning that they are carried and nursed by their mothers in a pouch on their bellies. Virginia opossums are the only North American mammals that are most closely related to kangaroos. They are the last living descendants of a group of animals native to the Americas known as marsupials, or pouch-bearing animals....
1. They Come In Almost Every Color Imaginable First, on our list of incredible wasp facts, let’s talk color combos! You might be familiar with the traditional yellow and black wasps. But did you know these buzzing insects have seemingly endless color combinations? There are metallic blue wasps, stark red ones, and other bright-colored species. You can use the wasp’s color to help determine their species. For instance, mud dauber wasps are entirely black....
The color of the body patterns, which range from brown to olive to yellow to chestnut, fades to white on the underbelly. These slithering creatures have triangular heads that are marked with a dark brown “spearhead” that is bordered in yellow atop. They kill their prey by constricting their body. An extremely engorged snake was sighted on June 14 by a mountain biker traveling on one of the paths in the Lake Eland Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa....
What Are the Biggest Spiders in Wisconsin? Like most other states, you’ll find that the biggest spiders in Wisconsin are inevitably fishing spiders and wolf spiders. They may be the largest, but they’re not the only big ones in the state. We’ll count down five of the most sizable spiders and tell you where they live, what they look like, and what danger they pose to a human being. 5. Trapdoor Spider The trapdoor spider is rarely seen by humans....
Whether you’re looking to see woodland wildflowers in their natural habitat or want to plan your own garden, this article is for you. We’ll reveal some of the best pink perennials, how to identify them, and where they exist. We’ll also explore the top gardening tips so you can add these flowers to your yard! Read on to learn about five pink perennials. 1. Creeping Phlox Are you looking for a native phlox that you can grow in your garden?...
When snakes first appeared about 128 million years ago, they lived in warm and forested ecosystems and were nocturnal hunters. As time passed and the ecosystem changed, snakes, like all animals, needed to adapt to survive. This article takes a look at 5 snakes with flat heads, their features, and all you need to know about them. Let’s get started. 1. Death Adders (Acanthophis antarcticus) Death adders are extremely venomous elapids known for their quick bites....
Here, we’ll learn about just how big great white sharks really are and how scientists can use their teeth to determine their size. Then, we’ll take that information and apply it to the world’s most famous extinct shark, the megalodon. But, size estimates for megalodon aren’t quite as straightforward as they are with the great white. Here, we’ll learn why there is so much disagreement in the scientific community about the true size of the megalodon....
These cases of offspring cannibalism can be found in mammals, birds, and spiders — and scientists have long puzzled over why and how this would have developed as a survival mechanism. In fact, up to one in three mammal species are known to commit infanticide. The truth is that the circumstances that lead to these behaviors can be varied and are often uniquely influenced by environmental conditions. Here are 7 examples of animals that eat their young offspring along with the context we have for why this cannibalism developed....
Are you ready to destress your life and garden? Read on to learn about some of the most beautiful blue perennials in the world. 1. Blue Flax The delicate blue flax perennials are morning lovers and only open in the morning. They stay completely shut for the rest of the day. Blue flax makes a beautiful addition to wildflower meadow mixes and is famous throughout the northern United States. Blooming throughout June and July, flax can tolerate some of the driest conditions....
Earthquakes come in different scales, and scientists and researchers grade them on a scale of one to ten, where a level-one earthquake is barely a rumble, and level 10 earthquakes can split the earth, swallowing up people and property. How does Alaska deal with these earthquakes? They employ special architectural tactics to make their buildings withstand deep earth rumbles. In the event of a quake, they do not have to start afresh; they simply rearrange and repair....
American vs European Great Dane: A Comparison Key Differences Between American And European Great Dane There are some key differences between American and European Great Danes. Both Danes are descended from Mastiffs; however, today European Danes are described to be larger and more Mastiff-looking than American Great Danes due to their Greyhound DNA. European Danes are said to have originated in Europe, whereas American Danes are native to the United States....
Keep reading to learn more so you can protect your dogs or cats from begonia toxicity. Are Begonias Poisonous To Dogs or Cats? Despite being beautiful plants, begonias are poisonous to dogs and cats. So your pet shouldn’t eat any part of this houseplant. More than a thousand species of begonia exist and all are poisonous to animals. Although the roots contain most of the poison, all parts of What should be always kept out of the reach of your pets....
Are Grapes Poisonous To Dogs Or Cats? As it turns out, even one grape or raisin can be lethal to your dog, unfortunately. Specifically, if a dog eats a single grape, it could cause abrupt kidney failure. Even a few grapes or raisins might cause serious complications in your dog or cat. For example, A 20-pound dog can eat three ounces of grapes or raisins and get renal failure. Cats have more room when it comes to grape tolerance but ingesting several grapes can be toxic to cats....
Hibiscus is a 300-species mallow family member. Hibiscuses are native to all forty-eight contiguous states and come in many varieties. Their types range from evergreen to deciduous, native to exotic. They thrive in eastern wetlands and marshes and western dry rocky terrain. So, how dangerous are these to canine or feline companions? Keep reading to find out! Are Hibiscus Poisonous To Dogs Or Cats? While most hibiscus species are safe for pets, some hibiscus varieties can be potentially hazardous to your pet....
All about the Great Lakes There are five great lakes located in the northern midwest bordering the US with Canada. These massive lakes were formed more than 20,000 years ago by glaciers that moved and carved the earth underneath, creating large basins that later filled with melted ice water. About 3,000 years ago, the lakes settled into the shapes they are today. The five Great Lakes are Lake Superior, Michigan, Huron, Erie, and Ontario....
Do Yellow Garden Spiders Bite? Yellow garden spiders are no threat. They are very gentle and would only bite if extremely provoked, such as by poking at them repeatedly. Another reason they will bite is to protect their young. A yellow garden spider mama will do everything she can to keep her babies safe in their sacs. In other words, if you see one of these in your yard, don’t disturb it....
1. They Are As Old As Dinosaurs! Ants are a far older species than humans. The ants are ancient. According to scientists, ants have existed for millions of years. This indicates that ants and dinosaurs like the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, and Velociraptor coexisted on the same planet. Ants, despite their diminutive size, survived both the cold age and the great extinction that wiped off the dinosaurs. Ants are thought to have evolved between 110 and 130 million years ago, towards the middle of the Cretaceous period....
1. There Are 8 Species of Bears There are 8 different bear species that live across the earth: Polar Bears and Brown Bears (like Grizzly Bears and Kodiak Bears) live in North America, Europe, and Asia.American Black Bears only live in North America.Spectacled or Andean Bears live in South America.Sloth Bears, Sun Bears, Asiatic or Moon Bears, and Giant Panda Bears live in Asia. You might have noticed that Koala Bears are not on this list....
10. Researchers Believe Muntjacs Evolved Between 25 and 35 Million Years Ago According to the fossil record, the first deer evolved around 20 and 15 million years ago. These early deer measured significantly smaller than most deer alive today, with shorter, more forked antlers. Over time, larger, more robust species began to appear until you get to the bigger species we commonly recognize as deer today. Researchers believe that the first muntjacs appeared between 15 and 35 million years ago....
