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Whaley House Museum It’s fitting that we start our list with the place Life Magazine and the Travel Channel voted “the most haunted house in America.” Dating back to 1857, this gorgeous Greek Revival-style building currently operates as the Whaley House Museum. Its original owner, Thomas Whaley, designed it to be “the finest home in Southern California,” and it lived up to his expectations. However, his family wouldn’t be the only ones taking up residence in the grand mansion....

Lizards are mainly carnivores (meat-eaters), but there are some herbivores (plant-eaters), like the green iguana. Lizard predators include birds such as eagles, hawks, and vultures; snakes such as rattlesnakes; mammals such as foxes, skunks, and raccoons; and other reptiles such as alligators and crocodiles. Initially, the monitor lizard in this magnificent video appears unconcerned by the cobra eating its neck. However, the lizard eventually escapes from the cobra’s fangs after a little struggle....

What is Trazodone? Trazodone is a medication used to treat two main conditions: anxiety and depression. It is an antidepressant that works by increasing serotonin levels in the brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that helps control body temperature, heart and lung function, appetite, and movement. By increasing serotonin levels, Trazodone can help to improve mood and reduce anxiety. It can also help manage other symptoms of depression, such as insomnia and irritability....

A large tiger shark swimming off the coast of Western Australia thought it would enjoy a tasty loggerhead turtle, but it turns out the turtle had other plans. In the video, captured by Jack Garnett and his drone, you can see the very large tiger shark attempting to take down a female loggerhead turtle. However, the turtle continually rolls over so that her shelled back faces the shark, over and over again....

1. Terriers: For Hunting Small Game Most breeds of terriers hail from the United Kingdom, but these squirrel dogs were originally bred not to help humans hunt prey but to exterminate nuisances around the household and farm. Their tenacity and ferocity made them a threat to prey as big as foxes while still being small enough to crawl through tight spaces and tunnels in pursuit of rats, hares, possums, or other nuisances....

This includes routine veterinary appointments as well as medical care if your cat has a medical problem. However, pet medical bills may quickly mount. Per the American Pet Products Association’s National Pet Owners Survey, a normal veterinarian visit costs roughly $178 for a cat. And, based on the medical issue, operations for your cat cost approximately $201 for a cat. Cat insurance is one approach to help cover part of the costs of a pet’s medical treatment....

Bears Charging Through the Garden In this short clip, the first thing we see is a woman in her garden brandishing a large stick as if she is about to bat in a baseball game. Suddenly, a dog comes tearing into the garden chased by a…black bear! She tries to get in between the black bear and the dog but gets bowled over and ends up on her back. Meanwhile, the bear turns around and heads back the way that they have come....

In several instances, a household cat named Mugsy shows off his protection skills against wild animals. While you’d normally think a cat fends off mice, squirrels, and other small rodents, Mugsy prefers showing larger animals who’s boss. On the shore of a bayou swamp, people enjoy a beautiful summer’s day. Thankfully, one of them started recording when this now-viral feline started getting close to the water. Out jumps a wild alligator with his jaw slung open....

A man named Tony Schoonen is the Chief of Staff at the Boone and Crocket Club. During a visit to this beloved national park, they spotted two animals going head-to-head. Thankfully for us, he captured it all on camera! An alert elk can be seen standing in a rushing river as the footage begins. Little did it know, a gray wolf was nearby, ready to make a move. Elks spend a lot of time in water, whether it’s to relax, cool off, or hydrate their massive bodies....

Moray Eels Hunting Moray eels spend a lot of time in holes in reefs in tropical and temperate ocean waters but do need to hunt to get food. They are carnivores and the larger individuals will be the apex predators in some habitats. In other areas, they get eaten by sharks, sea snakes, and barracudas. They hunt by hiding in the reef and then lunging at unsuspecting prey. This is mainly fish but they will also attack crustaceans and, as we see here, octopuses – although that does not always go well!...

She celebrates after completing her mission by throwing her hands up in the air. This video is short so you’re going to want to replay it to really take it all in. It looks like there is another fishing boat in the back because after she celebrates, she looks over as if to say, “Did you see that?!” The woman in the video is Michelle Bancewicz Cicale. She is a commercial fisherwoman who has been catching huge fish for years....

Frogs are natural magnets to snakes because they are a favorite meal for many snake species. A frog usually has a slim chance of escaping from a snake, but occasionally, it does. This video shows this captivating scene of a snake attempting to make a meal of a frog that is not ready to die yet. The scene occurs on a veranda fence, and the video begins with the snake holding onto the frog’s right leg....

Bear Fights In this vid we see a fight breaking out in a front garden. It looks fairly intense and the bears roll down a small slope and break some of the garden ornaments – not that they are bothered about that! The fight continues for some time and spills onto the street. The bears even stop for a rest and then start up again. It is predominantly a wrestling match but their mouths are open at some points with teeth bared....

In this article, we’ll attempt to put this question to bed by examining the diet of the praying mantis. We’ll start by exploring what praying mantises like to eat. Then we’ll discuss how they find and hunt for food. Next, we’ll compare what praying mantises eat in the wild versus what they eat as pets. Finally, we’ll end with a brief discussion about what baby praying mantises eat. Without further ado, let’s go and answer the question “what do praying mantises eat?...

What Is Inside a Kangaroo’s Pouch? The kangaroo pouch is a pocket of skin that helps the female kangaroo to take care of her young. Typically, a mature female kangaroo will have a young in this pouch for roughly nine months within a year. If the conditions are favorable, she may even have two joeys of different ages whose survival depends on this pouch. It’s a safe, cozy, and stress-free environment for the young kangaroo to grow and feed....

Animals that reproduce sexually must have two different sexes. These differences often go beyond a difference in genitals and reproductive organs and affect visible characteristics or patterns of behavior. The needs of these differing sexes vary depending on parenting styles, environments, gestation periods, power structures, and other factors. What are some examples of sexual dimorphism in animals? We’ll define sexual dimorphism, list animals that express sexual dimorphism and discuss some of those animals in detail....

How Can We Tell What is the Oldest River in the World? Before we start looking at the oldest rivers, we have to answer this nagging question: how can humans tell which river is the oldest? That’s a fair question with a simple answer. Scientists determine the oldest river by looking at the surrounding areas. By examining the valleys, mountains, and other geological areas surrounding a river, we can get a good idea of when the river formed....

Most experts agree that removing the tick before trying to kill it is best. It is important to know the correct method for removing a tick from your dog, as well as how to dispose of it. Also, it is crucial to know how to prevent your dog from picking up a tick, as well as which products kill both ticks and the eggs. How To Remove And Kill Ticks On A Dog Instantly If you notice one or more ticks already attached to your dog, physically removing the tick is recommended....

The boxer ancestors were bred to hunt bear, boar, and deer. Many years ago, however, Boxers were bred to be bull-baiting dogs in Germany. They used to be in pits trying to bait bulls, getting killed and slaughtered when the bulls they were baiting caught them. These dogs’ muscular bodies get slammed down to the earth as the audience clapped and howled. Such a horrible history could’ve traumatized the Boxers, but it’s the opposite because they have become loving members of families today....

Kansas is the geographical center of the United States. It’s also pretty important in many of the migratory events that shaped what the country has become. In addition, it is full of natural wonders, including lush greenery and wide open skies. There are so many biking trails to choose from in the state of Kansas, but which one is the longest? Keep reading to learn about the longest biking trail in Kansas!...