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Eurasian Magpie

Which Bird is Known to be the Most Intelligent?

The mirror or mark test is a behavioral technique developed by Gordon Gallup Jr., an American psychologist. This test determines whether an animal can recognize its own reflection in a mirror. There was only one bird species that passed this test? The Eurasian magpie is one of the most intelligent birds and one of the […]

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Chihuahua

Why Did the Aztecs Raise Chihuahuas?

The Chihuahua is one of the tiniest dog breeds in the world today. They were named after the Mexican state of Chihuahua. But did you know in the early years in Mexico, Chihuahuas had a different purpose for the Aztecs? Aztecs in the 16th century took care of this little dog for food. However, there

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Casper The Cat

What is the Story Of Casper the Cat?

A 48-year-old healthcare worker adopted a male domestic cat that drew international attention in 2009. But why is Casper the cat so popular? Casper would often leave his home in 2006. His owner found out, in 2009 that he was a frequent bus rider. The bus drivers told her that Casper would politely queue with

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What Happened to George Clooney’s Pot-Bellied Pig?

George Clooney is an American actor, filmmaker, producer, screenwriter, and philanthropist who has won three Golden Globe Awards and two Academy Awards. Without a doubt, Clooney is one of the most successful names in the industry. But did you know he owned a pot-bellied pig? As a gift for his then-girlfriend, actress Kelly Preston, George

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Chicken Glasses

Why Did Chickens Need to Wear Eyeglasses?

Poultry farming is a form of animal husbandry that focuses on raising domesticated birds such as chickens, ducks, turkeys, and geese for eggs or meat. Each poultry farm follows its own set of protocols and guidelines to ensure the safety of the fowl, but did you know that chickens wear glasses to avoid cannibalism? To

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Finches

How Do Birds Keep Pests and Parasites Away?

Birds are renowned for designing their nest with vegetation rich in compounds that keep them away from parasites. But one unlikely component may actually help birds keep their nest pest free.  The nicotine in the cigarettes help keeps the parasite away. Some urban birds like finches and sparrows use cigarette butts as a form of

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Narnia

Why Did The Producers Have to Use CGI on the Dogs in The Chronicles of Narnia?

The Chronicles of Narnia film series is based on C. S. Lewis’s novel of the same name. The series follows the adventures of children in the world of Narnia, led by Aslan, a wise and powerful lion with the ability to speak and the true king of Narnia. But did you know the producers of

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