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Warthogs are found in sub-Saharan Africa, mainly in savannas and grasslands. Their tough hide allows them to survive in places where few other animals can. Warthogs are omnivores, eating grasses, small mammals, birds, and roots. They use their tusks to dig up tubers and bulbs from the soil. When threatened by predators such as lions or leopards, warthogs will run away as fast as possible. Warthogs will defend themselves, if no escape route is available, by charging at their attackers with their tusks bared....

By the time we’ve finished, you’ll know what makes these animals unique as well as several examples of each type of creature! The Key Differences Between Warm-Blooded and Cold-Blooded Animals The difference between warm-blooded animals and cold-blooded animals is that warm-blooded animals can keep a steady body temperature regardless of their environment’s temperature, but cold-blooded animals cannot regulate their body temperature against their environment’s temperature. Warm-blooded animals use internal mechanisms to maintain the same body temperature as they move from one area to another....

These are all examples of common questions when comparing the two. Believe it or not, even experts have difficulty telling a wasp from a bee. Most bees are ground-dwelling as are all wasps, so there must be ways of physically distinguishing them without having to get too close. We’ll go into detail about their differences below! The 7 Main Differences Between Wasps and Bees Wasp vs Bee: Size The biggest difference right off the bat is size....

When Busani Mtshali found a mother cheetah and her two cubs, he saw one of the male cubs approaching the waterhole to get a drink. That was when Busani noticed that a crocodile was in the water close by, but barely visible. Soon after the cub bent down to drink, the large crocodile chose that time to strike. You can hear Busani Mtshali’s shock as he watches helplessly as the crocodile latches the cheetah in its jaws....

It’s not a creature of nature you want to get playful with. However, this Texas man decides that he does want to play. He starts performing a suit experiment during which he wears an alligator-like suit on his back. It’s not what you might imagine initially. It’s not one of those full-body costumes. No, this one seems a little bit more makeshift. The video starts as a large, lifted truck pulls up with the words “gator country” plastered on the driver and passenger side doors....

Climbing Bears We learn from the video notes that we are watching a female endangered Mexican black bear and her cub. They are scaling the Santa Elena Canyon wall. This is the largest and arguably the most scenic canyon in Texas. It is located in Big Bend National Park which is on the US/Mexico border. The video starts with Mom bear doing an expert job of climbing the sheer surface. She uses all four limbs to grip and is carefully choosing the best route....

What Exactly Is Dock Diving? Dock diving is made up of two different disciplines. The first is ‘distance jumping’ where a dog leaps off a platform (dock) and competes for the longest jump. The second is called air retrieve and the dogs have to knock a bumper on a piece of apparatus. Any dog over six months of age can compete and it is open to all breeds so if you have a Pug or a Labrador, you and your dog can have a go!...

In Florida’s Carson Springs Wildlife Park, a video of a cheetah and a tortoise relaxing online has gone viral. In Gainesville, Florida, there is an animal park that is not for business. The big cat can be seen affectionately stroking the tortoise’s shell in the brief footage. The tortoise and its companion are both lying on the grass, and they appear to be enjoying the fun. Millions of people have watched the popular video online....

Rays in Flight! In this short clip we see a ray propel themselves out of the water at a 45 degree angle. They look remarkably like a stealth aircraft taking off from a military base. It is remarkable to see just how far into the air this so-called sea creature gets. It is a distance of several feet. But then the force of gravity takes over and they are drawn back down to the surface of the water....

Discover the various foods these large, furry mammals prefer to eat in the wild along with how they manage to find their preferred meals. We’ll even explore the topic of whether they pose a serious danger to human beings! What Foods Do Black Bears Eat? Black bears eat grasses, berries and other fruit, insects, fish, mammals, and honeycomb. These omnivores consume a variety of foods when they live in the wild....

Furthermore, emperor penguins possess large heads, short necks, and elongated bodies. Their feathers are counter-shaded with a black body and white belly. The unique features of Emperor penguins and their habitat makes people curious about how they survive, particularly what they eat. Here we’ll dive deep into what emperor penguins eat, how they hunt, and more! What Do Emperor Penguins Eat? Being predominantly carnivores, emperor penguins eat a diet that consists of krill (a shrimp-like crustacean), squids, silverfish, and other fish species....

Their diet is varied, including fish, rays, smaller sharks, marine mammals, and birds that fly too close to the ocean’s surface. They’re also notably the only shark that eats sea turtles. Let’s dive deeper into what tiger sharks eat and whether they’re dangerous to humans! What do Tiger Sharks eat? Tiger sharks are predators first and foremost, and they eat a carnivorous diet that can include: Various fishSting raysSmaller sharks (including their own offspring)Sea snakesSea turtlesSealsSea birdsSquidWeak or deceased whales...

Specifically, we are going to focus on the oldest fully aquatic whale ancestors. After all, whales descended from terrestrial creatures. Since those animals are probably not the ones most people are interested in learning about, we’re going to consider only those animals that lived in the oceans. Get ready to take a deep dive into whales! What Is the Oldest Whale? Before we look at the oldest whale fossil, we need to know what animal we’re looking at....

If you’ve ever heard about this mysterious section of the Atlantic Ocean, you may wonder what lives at the bottom of the Bermuda Triangle. Discover whether its waters hold unknown creatures and if the stories are true. What is the Bermuda Triangle? The Bermuda Triangle, or the Devil’s Triangle, is an imaginary section of the North Atlantic Ocean where numerous ships and planes have vanished without a trace. The area comprises more than 500,000 square miles and forms a triangle from Bermuda to Florida to Puerto Rico....

Ready to learn more about these supersized serpents? Keep reading. Biggest Snake in a Zoo The biggest snake to have lived in a zoo was Baby, a female Burmese python living in Serpent Safari inside the Gurnee Mills Mall in Gurnee, Illinois. Serpent Safari opened in 1999 but closed in 2013, and Baby spent most of her life there. When alive, Baby was confirmed by Guinness World Records as the heaviest living snake in a zoo....

The Queen loved Corgis since she was a child. Since then, she has owned more than 30 Corgis. She reportedly stopped breeding them in the 90s but kept two “dorgis” — a cross of Dachshund and Corgi — to keep her company. Corgis were originally bred to herd cattle, sheep, and horses. Theses short-legged pups are active and intelligent dogs, making them a great companion for senior citizens and children....

The breed, which originated from the county of Yorkshire in England, was initially bred for “ratting.” Their task was to catch rats in mines and mills throughout northern England. These pups have an interesting history that brought them from being hunters to lap dogs. Description and Size This famous toy dog breed is one of the smallest and cutest in the world. It has become the perfect dog for families because Yorkies are intelligent, energetic and hypoallergenic....

Megalodon teeth are the almost sole evidence of these animals that remains and they’re found on every continent except Antarctica. A tooth from this animal has been recovered from every ocean on earth. When did the megalodon go extinct? What did megalodon eat? We’ll answer these questions and more. When Did Megalodon Go Extinct? Megalodons went extinct about 2.6 million years ago before the end of the Pliocene Epoch. This was in response to a climate change event that took place around 5 million years ago....

The video shows both animals at rest. The white tiger sits atop a rocky perch while the lion lounges on the ground. In the footage, the lion walks surrounded by other female lions. The translated captions call them “the queen and a group of ladies.” The lions approached the tiger to see what would happen. The lion goes after a few of the smaller tigers but is clearly looking for the largest of the bunch....

The main reason dogs pant is to make themselves feel cool during hot weather. There are other reasons as well. For example, your dog may be sick and may need medical attention. This behavioral practice is discussed in greater detail in the paragraphs below. What Is Panting? Panting is when a dog breathes fast, with its mouth open and often with its tongue hanging out. It is perfectly normal dog behavior and is seen in dogs of all ages including puppies....