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Bottlenose Dolphin

In Brazil, Bottlenose Dolphins Actively Herd Fish Toward Local Fishermen and Then Signal Them Where to Throw Their Nets.

Dolphins and fishermen in Laguna, Brazil, enjoy the same food, plump silver mullets. But instead of competing with each other, they actually collaborate. But did you know that dolphins have been collaborating with humans since 1847? Bottlenose dolphins actively herd fish towards local fishermen in Laguna, Brazil, and then signal with tail slaps for the […]

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Tiger Escaped from a Zoo in Georgia

When Tigers Escaped from a Zoo in Georgia and Killed a Man, Advice was Issued on What to Do If You Meet a Tiger. Among the Rules were; Don’t Approach It, Don’t Run Away, and Don’t Urinate.

If you ever find yourself in close proximity to a tiger without a suitable barrier through which to observe them safely, recognize that you are in danger. Avoid areas where a tiger may be present whenever possible. If you come across a tiger, take the necessary precautions to reduce the likelihood of an attack. These

When Tigers Escaped from a Zoo in Georgia and Killed a Man, Advice was Issued on What to Do If You Meet a Tiger. Among the Rules were; Don’t Approach It, Don’t Run Away, and Don’t Urinate. Read More »

Manatees

Manatees Use Their Farts to Swim. They Hold in Their Farts to Help Them Get Closer to the Surface of the Ocean and then Expel it to Help Them Travel Back Down to the Bottom.

Manatees are large, gentle sea mammals that live in shallow coastal waters. The manatee resembles a large seal but is not related to seals. Furthermore, these incredible sea creatures can grow up to 10 feet long and weigh up to a thousand pounds. They are also known as sea cows and have fascinating biology and

Manatees Use Their Farts to Swim. They Hold in Their Farts to Help Them Get Closer to the Surface of the Ocean and then Expel it to Help Them Travel Back Down to the Bottom. Read More »

Tortoise Shell

Tortoise Shells are Not Just for Protection. The Shells are Connected Directly to the Tortoise’s Nervous System. These Nerves Give the Shell the Ability to Transmit Pleasure and Pain Sensations.

The shell is widely regarded as the most distinctive feature of a turtle’s body. Most of our readers’ questions concern the shell’s origins and functions. In today’s article, we’ll examine whether turtles can feel their shells and how they got them. But did you know tortoises have feelings in their shells? Tortoise shells are used

Tortoise Shells are Not Just for Protection. The Shells are Connected Directly to the Tortoise’s Nervous System. These Nerves Give the Shell the Ability to Transmit Pleasure and Pain Sensations. Read More »

Dolphins

Dolphins Actually Have Names for One Another. They Use a Unique Whistle to Distinguish Different Members within Their Pod.

A dolphin is an aquatic animal that belongs to the suborder Cetacea. The dolphin families include Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, and the extinct Lipotidae. There are 40 existing dolphin species today. But did you know that dolphins had a unique way of identifying members of their pod? Dolphins have names for one another and use

Dolphins Actually Have Names for One Another. They Use a Unique Whistle to Distinguish Different Members within Their Pod. Read More »

Harriet The Tortoise

Charles Darwin Had a Pet Tortoise Named Harriet. She Died in 2006 and was Estimated to be 175 Years Old Upon Her Passing.

Tortoises generally have a life expectancy of more than 250 years, while others live only about 80. On average, across all species, they live up to 150 years. According to the Guinness World Records, the oldest land-living tortoise is 190 years old. But did you know that Charles Darwin had a pet tortoise that outlived

Charles Darwin Had a Pet Tortoise Named Harriet. She Died in 2006 and was Estimated to be 175 Years Old Upon Her Passing. Read More »

Pseudosuchia

Crocodiles and Alligators are Surviving Members of an Ancient Evolutionary Division of Archosaurs. This Species Dominated the Planet During the Late Triassic Period Before an Extinction Event Led Them to be Usurped by Dinosaurs.

Crocodiles appear to be from another era when reptiles ruled. However, appearances can be deceiving. Crocodiles today are not Jurassic-era holdovers but rather one expression of a vast, diverse family that has existed for over 235 million years. More importantly, crocodiles are still evolving at a faster rate than they have in the past. But

Crocodiles and Alligators are Surviving Members of an Ancient Evolutionary Division of Archosaurs. This Species Dominated the Planet During the Late Triassic Period Before an Extinction Event Led Them to be Usurped by Dinosaurs. Read More »

Manta Ray

When Female Manta Rays are Ready to Mate, They Release Pheromones that Attract Males. This Leads to a “Manta Train,” Where Multiple Male Manta Rays Follow Behind a Female in Hopes of Mating with Them.

Manta rays are large rays that belong to the genus Mobula. The largest species in the genus Mobula birostris can grow as large as 7 meters in width. While there is a common misconception that manta rays and sting rays can hurt you, the fact is that manta rays don’t have barbs at the end

When Female Manta Rays are Ready to Mate, They Release Pheromones that Attract Males. This Leads to a “Manta Train,” Where Multiple Male Manta Rays Follow Behind a Female in Hopes of Mating with Them. Read More »

Oyster trinity

During the 1700s, Oysters were Abundant and Popular in New York City, and the Discarded Shells were Repurposed into Mortar Paste to Help with the City’s Building Boom. Trinity Church was Built with Oyster Shells

Oysters are one of New York Harbor’s best chances for clean water and protection from future storm surges. These are the same oysters that New Yorkers have done their best to destroy through pollution and overconsumption over centuries. But did you know how these oysters helped in the building boom of New York City back

During the 1700s, Oysters were Abundant and Popular in New York City, and the Discarded Shells were Repurposed into Mortar Paste to Help with the City’s Building Boom. Trinity Church was Built with Oyster Shells Read More »

Octopus_National Wildlife Preservation

Male Octopuses Make Dens Near the Female Octopuses’ Dens and Copulate with Them without Having to Leave Their Space, They are Able to Do So by Extending Their Mating Arm

An octopus is a soft-bodied mollusk with eight limbs. They are classified under the order Octopoda. There are about 300 species grouped within the class Cephalopoda this also includes cuttlefish and squid. Octopuses are quite fascinating creatures, but did you know some of the male species have a peculiar way of copulating with the females?

Male Octopuses Make Dens Near the Female Octopuses’ Dens and Copulate with Them without Having to Leave Their Space, They are Able to Do So by Extending Their Mating Arm Read More »