Big cats are no different. They climb trees to get the best vantage point — except when they pounce, they’re not trying to be playful! They’re trying to make sure they eat. In fact, the word jaguar comes from the indigenous word “yaguar,” which means, “he who kills with one leap.” This video clip starts with a shot of the mighty jaguar standing on a thick tree branch. Its body is so large it makes its head look small....
What kinds of bats are there? Microbats Microbats are small bats, about the size of your hand that live in caves, hollowed out trees and buildings. This is the most common kind of bat and they can be found all over the world except for the colder regions at the poles. Megabats Megabats are typically larger than microbats, and live in the tropics. Fruit bats are one kind of megabat. They live in Africa, Europe, Australia and Asia and can be found in the dense forests....
Cherry shrimp are a color morph of neocardidina davidi, a type of dwarf freshwater shrimp that live in freshwater ponds in Taiwan. In the wild, cherry shrimp aren’t “cherry red”—this vibrant red color is the result of selective breeding (although incorporating carotenoid to their diet may enhance their color, according to a study in Thailand). In fact, these shrimp can be found in a wide variety of different colors, including green, brown, red, yellow, orange, blue, violet, black, etc....
Cockatiels are cuddly and outgoing, which makes them a good companion. Birds are one of the best animals to have as pets, and cockatiels rank highly when it comes to which bird makes the best pet. Cockatiels are well-known for their particular whistle sounds that can be serenaded towards their favorite person, thing, or even to their own reflection. These Australian natives are often well-socialized and they enjoy snuggling on the shoulders of their favorite person....
So what do Gila monsters eat? Is their venom dangerous to humans? Keep reading to find the answers to these questions and more! What Do Gila Monsters Eat? Gila monsters are carnivores who primarily eat eggs and nestlings (newborn mammals), though they will eat a variety of other smaller animals, insects, and carrion as well. Since they are slow-moving and mostly blind, they avoid confronting any prey that is large enough to put up much of a fight....
You’ll learn about the diverse fare consumed by these small animals and why they may not be as innocuous as you initially believed. What Do Rodents Eat? Rodents mostly eat grasses, herbs, flowers, tree bark, grains, leaves, vegetables, fruits, and, sparingly, insects. For the most part, rodents are herbivorous. However, not all of them are herbivores. Many are omnivorous, and some, like rats, can be considered omnivorous, even if they are predators of other animals in their habitats....
These creatures mostly live in very active biomes comprising lakes, ponds, marshes, and other freshwater areas that are not frequently disturbed. Living in places with such diverse lifeforms puts swans in contact with a variety of potential meals. Take a look at the foods they are most like to consume, how they find them, and what they need to worry about in the wild. What Foods Do Swans Eat? Swans eat algae, small fish, frogs, worms, fruits, grass, and sometimes insects....
Remember as we look, that we’re taking in a bird’s eye view of the best times to find wild, edible mushrooms in your area and around the world. What to Bring When You Go Foraging Before you head out to find the mushrooms of your dreams, let’s talk gear. Mushroom Season by Locale Mushroom hunting very definitely has seasons associated with locations. For the sake of this article, we’ll look at four larger regions with the basic top months for finding the most popular edible fungi in them....
10 Tallest Rocky Mountains It’s not really a surprise that the highest peak in the Rocky Mountains, as well as the rest of the ten highest peaks in the Rocky Mountains, are in Colorado. Colorado is known for the enormous mountains and wilderness that occupies much of the state. The 10 tallest mountains in the Rocky Mountains are: Mount Elbert Located in: Colorado Height: 14,440 feet Nearby City: Leadville Known For: Mount Elbert is the highest peak in the Rocky Mountains, and the highest peak in Colorado....
According to geologists the Rocky Mountains are between 80-50 million years old. Many of the mountains in the Rockies are considered sacred by various indigenous tribes that have lived on the land that is now the United States for thousands of years. These mountains draw millions of hikers and visitors to the states where they are located. What States The Rocky Mountains Are In The Rocky Mountains can be found in six states: Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, New Mexico, and Utah....
Grizzly Bears in Yellowstone National Park Do grizzly bears live in Yellowstone National Park? Of course, they do! In fact, Yellowstone National Park is one of the only places in the continental United States where grizzly bears can be regularly seen. Still, their numbers are probably a lot lower than people realize. Let’s explore it a bit more. Yellowstone National Park is a large national park that is located around the tri-state area of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, although the vast majority of the park is in Wyoming....
Why Did the Nile River Flood Each Year? Every year, a monsoon hits the Ethiopian Highlands between May and August. Monsoon season typically includes heavy rains. These rains flow down through tributaries of the Nile River, The Blue Nile, The White Nile, The Sobat River, and The Black Nile. The Black Nile is also called the Atbarah River. The Nile starts to rise in June and reaches its highest point in October....
If you are unaware of the situation at the lake, let us give you a small brief first. The lake is suffering from extreme drought. The water levels currently recorded in Lake Mead have broken a decade-old record. So, it is scary. But, what made this situation rise? Whether it is in control now is something we will discuss in this article. In the blog, you will find what is happening at Lake Mead, whether it will be fixed, and what could happen if the lake dries up....
A long time ago, a biologist thought that these spiders hunted in packs, just like wolves, so he named the family Lycosidae, derived from the Ancient Greek word “lúkos,” meaning wolf. Well, as it turns out, wolf spiders aren’t as scary as most people would expect. Here’s everything you need to know about wolf spiders in Alabama! What Are Wolf Spiders? Wolf spiders are robust and agile mid-sized spiders in the Lycosidae family....
Flag of Turkmenistan History The 18th of May is celebrated as Constitution and State Flag Day. The five stars on the current Turkmenistan flag stand for the Five Pillars of Islam as well as the country’s five provinces. The white crescent on the flag symbolizes Islam. A symbolic depiction of the well-known carpet market in the country is located on a red strip situated to the left on a field of greenery....
California is a state known for extremely tall trees, with its forests of giant sequoias and redwoods. But there are a few trees that stand out among the rest. These trees, while extremely tall, aren’t necessarily the tallest trees in the world but the ones that have the highest amount of volume in their trunks. Of course, height is also a factor, though! Read on to learn about the largest trees in California!...
In this article, we’ll go over everything you need to know about the Namib Desert, including how much rainfall it gets per year, how hot it is, and who lives there. We’ll also take a deeper dive into some of the unique plant and animal species capable of living in an arid environment like this one. Let’s get started! Meet the Oldest Desert in the World: Namib The Namib is a unique desert for a number of reasons, not even including the fact that it is estimated to be nearly 80 million years old....
1. Florida Keys Hurricane (1919) — $22 Million in Damages The September 10th, 1919 hurricane is one of the deadliest to have ever hit Florida. The storm inflicted major damage on the areas of Biscayne bay and the Florida Keys before it set course to hit Galveston. The Florida Keys Hurricane caused massive damage due to its powerful storm surge that destroyed several islands. The storm’s major center of damage was in Florida’s waterways....
Even though the bear is much larger and more formidable, the mountain lion isn’t without any skills for both offense and defense. The bear approaches the female mountain lions, moving in its characteristic lumbering strides. The mountain lion stands her ground, hitting the bear’s head and face with her sharp claws. “Bears and mountain lions are top predators in the North American wilderness,” the narrator says.” They are feared, especially by hikers....
Tigers and Their Power Tigers are one of the largest and most powerful of the big cats. They can grow up to 660 pounds and run at up to 60 mph. Their natural habitats are in Asia and Eurasia and they prefer dense tropical forests but they are found in captivity all over the world. Every tiger has an individual pattern of stripes but they all have a heavy coat, a long tail (which can be up to three feet), and sharp claws which can be four inches long....
