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For mama lion, this moment arrived out of the blue and scared the daylights out of her. The lioness and her cub were resting in the zoo after she taught him how to stalk and pounce at prey. She made the mistake of turning her back on the cub, giving him the perfect opportunity to practice the stalk and pounce skills. But, going by how the lioness almost made a break for it, there is little doubt the next leader of the pride mastered the lesson of the day....

The tension increases and you can’t help but feel sorry for the nyala as he has to retreat deeper and deeper into the water to get away from an increasing number of wild dogs who seem to sense that they are winning the fight and a meal will be served soon! Just when you think things cannot get worse for this poor animal – a crocodile strikes. They come out of nowhere, perfectly hidden just under the surface of the water....

This article answers all your questions about Tuscan kale vs. kale, so you have a better idea of which variety you want to plant to use for your favorite salad or recipe. Tuscan Kale vs. Kale: Key Differences Classification Tuscan kale and kale both belong to the Brassica oleracea family of leafy vegetables, which also includes cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and collard greens. Within this genus, kale belongs to the Acephala or headless group....

Unicorns are mesmerizing creatures. Unicorns remind us of the beauty and magic that still exists in a world where so much can be dark and depressing thoughts. For that reason alone, we all need more unicorns in our lives! What lessons could the unicorn have for you? Read on to learn all about unicorn spirit animal symbolism and meaning. Unicorn as a Spirit Animal What does it mean if the unicorn is your spirit animal?...

This article explores two of these species – Verbena (Verbena officinalis) and Lantana (Lantana camara). You will discover just how unique the two are. Verbena vs. Lantana: Comparison It is helpful to break the characteristics of verbena and lantana into categories to understand how they compare. The chart below explores these categories to highlight how the plants are similar and how they differ. Verbena (Verbena officinalis) and lantana (Lantana camara) plants are both perennials in warmer climates and members of the Verbenaceae family....

All of the eggs may not be laid for two or three hours. The eggs are frequently partially covered in the sand after being laid. Eggs begin to hatch within 52 to 60 days. Unfortunately, there are instances where the eggs are temporarily left alone. A compilation video on Youtube shows just how quickly Komodo dragons and monitor lizards can steal python eggs. Luckily for the serpents, the lizards aren’t often quick enough....

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is home to Eastern lowland gorillas, while Equatorial Guinea, Angola, Cameroon, Gabon, and the Central African Republic are home to western lowland gorillas. Animals like gorillas, and especially mountain gorillas, are in grave danger of going extinct. There are benefits and downsides to zoos. They raise animals for public display and work to instill a love of nature in young people. Zoos can also help animals reproduce and, as a result, help some species survive....

The video caption says, “Say that one more time, and see what happens.” Well, the dark brown bear said it one more time. And in this video, you get to see what happens. When the video starts, you see a massive grizzly bear enter the scene. The first angry bear has a light blond fur coat misted with water from the beach. Look closely at the bear’s fur. It’s very rough looking....

The most popular images that come to mind of animals that hibernate are bears, ground squirrels, and chipmunks. There are plenty of other animals that hibernate, though. Read on to learn more about the North American animals that hibernate and how they do so. Winter Hibernation vs. Summer Hibernation Hibernation is an especially popular survival tactic for animals that live in areas in North America with the harshest winters, so we typically think of animals hibernating during the winter....

What else do you happen to know about this fascinating dinosaur? We’ll explore what the Triceratops ate and other interesting facts about this dinosaur that once roamed the earth. Quick Overview of the Triceratops There are many triceratops fossils found in the uppermost Cretaceous deposits of western North America. Science has discovered specimens of these dinosaurs in Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, and a few Canadian provinces, proving they lived in North America....

One of the craziest animal adaptations is the “ant death spiral” or “ant mill.” This happens when army ants get lost in a pheromone track. This event is a strange natural occurrence that is a unique hiccup in evolutionary biology. “Follow something blindly, and you’ll end up paying the price.” This saying could not be more true for army ants. Unfortunately, the little critters may end up paying the ultimate price simply because their instincts lead them to their demise....

In Germany, the original name for the breed was the German Spitz until 1974. Pomeranians are known as cute little lap dogs, weighing between just three and seven pounds. They are definitely a toy breed, so their hard-working origins may completely surprise you! A 30-Pound Pomeranian? Believe it or not, Pomeranians were first bred to do hard labor and be guard dogs. You may giggle to think of a tiny Pom scaring away a visitor, but the original Pomeranians were around 30 pounds....

Although these dogs were called little lions, there isn’t anything fierce about them. They are affectionate and enjoy giving and receiving attention. This breed is intelligent and easy to train, and happiest when with their family. Shih Tzus are an old dog breed that dating back 1,000 years to Imperial breeders in the palace of the Chinese emperor developed the little “lion dog” from Tibetan breeding stock. They were most likely crossed with even older Tibetan breeds, the Lhaso Apso and the Pekingese....

The answer lies in the 19th century when Dalmatians were used to clear the way for horsedrawn fire carriages and to guard them afterwards. It is one we have explored starting from its beginnings in the 1600s and a closer examination of the important role these very special dogs have played alongside their brave human crewmates. Dalmatian Early History There is something truly unique about the Dalmatian dog breed. Their distinctive white coat and black spots make them instantly recognizable....

What is a Wolf Spider? Wolf spiders are hairy, blocky-bodied spiders belonging to the family Lycosidae (Greek for “wolf”). Astonishingly, there are over 2,800 species of wolf spiders in 124 genera, most with similar characteristics. In Texas alone, there are 238 species of wolf spiders! Five of the most common include: Carolina wolf spider (Hogna carolinensis)Rabid wolf spider (Rabidosa rabida)Santa Rosa wolf spider (Arctosa sanctaerosae)Field wolf spider (Hogna lenta)Wetland giant wolf spider (Tigrosa helluo)...

The encounter took place at a reservation park and at first, the hiker thought that it must have escaped from nearby Franklyn Park zoo. But when wildlife experts viewed the footage, they were able to tell her that Timber Rattlesnakes are native to all six New England states but are now exceptionally rare. They are one of the most endangered species in Massachusetts. These guys are the third largest venomous snake in the United States and grow to five feet in length....

What is the Largest Tuna Ever Caught? After 43 years, the Atlantic bluefin tuna remains the largest tuna ever caught. Ken Fraser caught this world-record tuna off the coast of Nova Scotia. Not only is the bluefin tuna caught by Ken Fraser the largest tuna that has ever been documented by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), but it is also one of the most famous records in the history of fishing....

These two animals are known for their impressive size and rivalry with each other. On these cruises, people are able to witness crocodiles jump vertically out of the water. It’s incredible to see such a massive animal launch its entire body into the air. A crocodile seeks to travel vertically as it jumps. This is how crocodiles get their prey, which is typically an animal sitting on a tree. Given that crocodiles are not slow when they jump, it is a remarkable sight....

What is the Great Australian Desert? The Great Australian Desert is a collection of deserts and desert regions in the center regions of the Australian continent, although it is technically made up of smaller deserts and other arid regions. About 18% of the continent is covered in desert, with a further 35% covered in what’s essentially deserts due to its extreme aridity. Altogether, around 10 primary deserts make up the Great Australian desert, with each ranging between 0....

The result of this line of thinking was the Indominus Rex, a devastating hybrid dinosaur that made its debut in Jurassic World. Although this creature never walked the earth, this imaginary dinosaur demonstrates a nightmare scenario where one creature has all the strongest attributes of other monstrous creatures. We’re going to take a closer look at the I-rex and show you how it measures up, the dinosaurs that helped make it a reality, and how it compares to the dinosaur it was based upon, the T-Rex....