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It was obvious the cat was in distress as it swung its body wildly looking for purchase. Fans below also reported that the terrified feline had sprayed them with urine as it hung from the façade above. The cat hung there for a while until it finally started to lose its grip. Fans on the balcony above attempted to reach down to help, but it was too far. For a moment, everyone was transfixed as they watched the cat hang there — first with two front paws, then one paw — until it became clear that it was going to fall....

Why are Great White sharks so scary? Besides the Hollywood version of great whites, why are they so scary? They really are at the top of the food chain (called an apex predator) and have very few predators. Let’s start with the 300 razor-sharp serrated teeth. There are rows of these sharp teeth all angled inward a bit ready to bite and hold on. Great whites are also extremely large, with some growing to be 20 feet long and weighing between 1,500-4,000 lbs, some have been recorded at 5,000lbs....

Incredibly, these herbivorous gentle giants typically graze for up to 18 hours a day, using their powerful trunks and tusks to retrieve and eat hundreds of pounds of various types of grass, shrubs, fruit, and other plant material! In addition to their massive size, their digestive systems aren’t particularly efficient, so they only digest and utilize around 40% to 60% of the food they eat each day. Today, three unique species of elephants are recognized by biologists: the African bush elephant, the African forest elephant, and the Asian elephant....

Why is the Colorado River Important? The Colorado River is important because it is the primary water source in an otherwise arid landscape in the western United States. Most of the West is dry and hot, with almost no natural water resources. The Colorado River watershed is so large that it drains twelve percent of the continental United States. The river begins in the Colorado Rockies and ends in the Mexican desert near the Gulf of Mexico....

Keep reading to discover the deepest lake in Colorado and other fun facts. What is the deepest lake in Colorado? With so many lakes to choose from in Colorado, it can be hard to decide which is the deepest. However, Grand Lake wins as the deepest lake in Colorado, with a maximum depth of 389 feet. Surrounding the large lake are Colorado’s rocky mountains, which perfectly reflect the water. European settlers discovered the lake and made their home as hunters near the water in log cabins....

What is a dog’s typical diet? Domestic dogs in the United States usually eat human manufactured dog foods. These include dry kibble and canned wet foods. Dog foods usually advertise a meat and vegetable basis, but other ingredients can be grains, sodium, preservatives, or other components depending on the quality and brand of dog food. Popular dog food flavors are chicken and grain, sweet potato, lamb and grain, or beef. Peanut butter is also a favorite treat of our fluffy friends and is common in dog biscuits or as the filling for some toys....

On top of being the largest artificial lake, this lake is also the biggest lake overall. This lake is completely within Pennsylvania. Originally, this lake was built by the Simpson family as part of a larger hydroelectric project. However, it was finished as we know it today by the Army Corps of Engineers in 1973. The lake was made mostly for controlling flooding, but it also provides electricity and allows for recreational activities....

What is a Winter Solstice? Winter solstice occurs in both hemispheres at different moments during the year. For the Northern Hemisphere, winter solstice occurs on either December 21st or December 22nd. During this event, the Sun is farthest away from the Northern Hemisphere at its southernmost point. Winter solstice in the Southern Hemisphere occurs in the same way, expect the Sun is at its northernmost point. However, these two instances do not happen at the same time....

Meet the Wolf Few animals are associated with as many myths, legends, and iconic images as the wolf. In literature and art, the wolf is an enduring symbol of the wilderness. Wolves once roamed freely throughout most of the United States, but hunting and habitat destruction diminished their numbers. Today, wolves are the subject of many conservation efforts and the symbol of the organization Defenders of Wildlife. Wolves native to the United States are the gray wolf, red wolf (Canis rufus), and Mexican wolf, a subspecies of the gray wolf....

But they weren’t dinosaur-sized. Instead, mastodons and mammoths were closer to the size of ordinary elephants. Their shared size made it easier to survive harsh, cold environments. But the way they chose to survive was very different. Read on as we unveil the differences between a woolly mammoth vs mastodon. Comparing Woolly Mammoth vs Mastodon Comparing Woolly Mammoth vs Mastodon: Key Differences The key differences for the woolly mammoth vs mastodon are appearance, teeth, habitat, diet, and extinction theories....

Although some dinosaurs entered the sea to hunt for prey – such as the spinosaurus – there are no dinosaurs known to have lived in the sea. Instead, many of what we think of as “dinosaurs” in the sea were actually large marine reptiles. While some of the better-known ones are the mosasaurs and plesiosaurs, some of the largest are ichthyosaurs which could reach incredible lengths. So join us as we discover the largest sea “dinosaur” in history!...

Yet, that lifespan is still well below Jonathan, the tortoise. Jonathan hatched in 1832 making him 188 years old and the oldest (known) living terrestrial animal! Some unexpected creatures can live anywhere from 500 to 10,000 years, and some may even be “functionally immortal!” Let’s dive into the longest living animals on Earth! How long do fish live? Up to 200 years! To find the really long living animals, you need to look to the seas....

One ancient Greek writer said that he wished to become a “high-flying eagle and soar beyond the barren waters over the swell of the grey sea.” But in the fierce competition for survival, the flight of the bird serves a far more basic purpose. It is a vital means of hunting, travel, and even courtship. There are two different ways to measure flight speed: level flight, meaning the speed it takes to fly in a straight line and diving flight, meaning the speed at which the bird plunges down to kill its prey....

The blue whale is currently the largest animal on earth. Having an age estimated to be 4.5 billion years old, the earth has had countless species of massive sizes. Fossil evidence and in-depth research have allowed us to learn about extinct animals, and here you will discover one of the many ancient beasts that swam earth’s waters. The Shastasaurus The Shastasaurus is an extinct genus that lived during the Triassic period....

Buffalo Calf and the Male Lion At first glance, this looks like a classic lion-hunting-buffalo situation. After a few moments, you can see that the little buffalo is actually the one pursuing the lion. How can this be? The predator and prey roles seem to have been reversed here! We learn from the notes that buffalo calves have an instinct to fight to the bitter end. The lion simply stands and stares at the calf who approaches in an attempt to see the lion off....

Imagine being able to train a shark to recognize you or the sound of your voice the same way you would train a dog. This viral video shows just that – a shark recognizing a man. There are over 500 living shark species, and many of them share similar terrifying features. Sharks are some of the scariest animals to exist in this present day, and rightfully so. But how did the man get the shark to recognize him?...

Itching to learn about the Pelagornis? Read on to discover everything you could ever want to know about this large-winged prehistoric bird! Physical Characteristics The Pelagornis had a wingspan of about 20 feet, or 6 meters. Their general appearance was similar to modern albatrosses. But, their bills were larger with tooth-like extensions. Their distinct bills allowed them to grasp slippery prey items, such as squid or fish. Scientists believe that the Pelagornithidae family may be where the tubenoses and pelicans came from....

In this article, we will address the differences between these two snakes. These differences will include their sizes, appearances, habitat preferences, and more. Let’s get started and learn about these giant reptiles now! Comparing Titanoboa vs Anaconda Key Differences Between Titanoboa vs Anaconda There are many key differences between a titanoboa vs anaconda. Titanoboas are significantly larger than anacondas, despite anacondas being the largest living snake known to man. Anacondas have a traditional snake mouth, perfect for eating prey whole, while titanoboas have unique teeth....

Comparing a Triceratops and a T-Rex The Key Differences Between a Triceratops vs T-Rex The most significant differences between a triceratops and a T-Rex were their morphology and their eating habits. Triceratops was a quadrupedal herbivore that was known for having three horns protruding from its head along with a large bony frill that protected its neck, and T-Rex was a bipedal carnivore that walked on two massive legs, possessed a large head and strong jaw, and had notoriously small arms....

In this video, the grizzly bear repeatedly interrupts Otis, causing him to drop his first catch. But Otis is brilliant. When the audacious pirate bear attempts to steal the fish the second time, Otis drops it. “Don’t expect any more fish from me today, Buddy,” Otis seems to think. The pirate bear pulls the fish literally from Otis’s mouth for the third time. Otis looks much older than the grizzly bear, who can no longer hold the fish firmly....