In this article you will learn very interesting facts about the velvet worm. An animal with skills that will surprise you! What an interesting animal! 1. Velvet Worm Characteristics Velvet worms, also known as Onychophorans, have antennae on their head and legs throughout the length of their body. Their color is usually between blue/grey or […]
Dugong Facts: Is This Beautiful Sirenian Extinct?
Have you heard about the dugong and would like to know more about some dugong facts? You are in the right place. The dugong is a large grey marine mammal that belongs to the order of Sirenia. It is believed to descend from land mammals like elephants. The dugong is herbivore and it is also […]
Animals Going Extinct: Protect These Stunning Creatures
You may be surprised to learn that there are many species of animals that are going extinct. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, over 200 species of animals are on the verge of extinction, including the Siamese Bala shark and the Guanacaste hummingbird. Some of the animals that could go extinct in […]
The Biggest Whales in the World
The blue whale is the largest known species of whale. It weighs approximately 400,000 pounds and can reach lengths of 98 feet – longer than five school buses! Its call is louder than any airplane’s. Located in oceans around the world, blue whales can grow to be up to 98 feet long. Their range is […]
The Tallest Horse in the World
You may have heard of the fastest and biggest horses in the world, but did you know that the tallest horse is actually a horse? The biggest horse in the world is a 2,260-pound Belgian named Big Jake. This beast is so big that his owners must put him on a diet in order to […]
How Many Ants in the World?
If we counted the number of ants, we could reach 100 trillion. In fact, ants outnumber people in New York City by about 2000 to one. In Brooklyn, for example, there are more ants than people. In Manhattan alone, there are more than 1.6 million. This is quite a number! But what does that mean […]
How Do Chameleons Change Color?
There is a misconception about chameleons that they change their color in order to blend in with their environment. That is actually not the case. When a chameleon is calm it is green and so it naturally blends in with its leafy surroundings. But male chameleons change color when they become excited in the presence […]
How to Get Rid of Cluster Flies (4 Simple Steps)
The cluster fly is a common fly that prefers to live outdoors. They commonly invade homes during colder months seeking warmth. Cluster flies will cluster and swarm together inside your home as temperatures drop, so it’s important to perform proper cluster fly control. If you’d like to shop the professional products in this video and […]
Adopting a Yorkie-Pomeranian Mix Dog
A Yorkshire Pomeranian mix can be quite energetic, and it’s best to be prepared to spend a fair bit of time exercising the dog. This hybrid breed can easily get tired of a moderate amount of activity and needs complex exercises to keep it mentally engaged. Activities that engage the intellect include fetch, tug of […]
The World’s Biggest Dog Breeds
The Saint Bernard is one of the world’s largest dog breeds. The large, muscular Saint Bernard can weigh up to 180 pounds and reach a height of 30 inches. This large, powerful canine is a member of the Mastiff family, and is among the world’s largest dog breeds. Another great pet is the Labrador Retriever, […]