There are some animals that humans seem to fear almost instinctively, down to our very DNA. Spiders and snakes are often mentioned when it comes to land. However, in the sea, there is one perceived supreme threat to humans: Sharks. Sharks have been around a long time—longer than the current form of humans, in fact. …
Animals
We’ve all seen the movie “King Kong”, but how much do we actually know about these mighty primates? These enlarged monkeys generally mind their own business, and you will usually find them roaming the ground or nearby waters. Residing in the luscious forests of Africa, gorillas are one of the more fascinating animals we get …
We are lucky enough to live in a world with so many different types of animals. And each one is so unique and has so many of its own quirky facts. If you love animals you will love this post. From penguins to koalas to panthers to cheetahs to bald eagles and many more – …
Bobcats live all across the United States, and yet many of us don’t know that much about them. These beautiful creatures are quite shy and won’t often show themselves to humans. Bobcats are part of the cat family and even look similar to house cats in some aspects. However, they are much more powerful and …
Ladybugs are tiny, adorable insects that everybody loves to find (because they bring good luck and all). Although most commonly recognized as small red bugs with black dots, ladybugs actually come in a variety of patterns and colors. This includes bright colors and stripe markings or no markings at all, so keep an eye out …
Some people fear snakes while others love them. However you feel about them, one thing’s for sure, they’re a unique addition to our world. Their evolution is fascinating and their existence bewildering. From the ability to clone themselves to replacing parts of their body, snakes are a continued scientific marvel. Here’s what we know about …
Irresistibly soft and fluffy with their floppy bunny years and twitching bunny noses, many people can’t resist lovable rabbits. Throughout the years, the cute creature named rabbit who loves to live in woods, grasslands, forests, wetlands and deserts has been a symbol of fertility. Some people hunt them down for food, some keep them as …
Which came first, the chicken or the egg? And why did the chicken cross the road? Are probably two of the most asked and contemplated menial questions today. But nobody has stopped to think that maybe these little guys just want to live their lives without having their motives questioned. Chicken questions aside, there are …
There’s just something about these long-necked animals that capture our imagination. When kids learn about nature, one of their favorite subjects is giraffes. These unusual-looking creatures have long necks and eat from the tops of trees. The beautiful fur of the giraffe is also something that draws us to this animal. Although giraffes are known …
At 100 miles per hour in a dive, the bald eagle is a fearsome predator that eats mostly fish. Thanks to the banning of DDT and the protection of the bald eagle through numerous acts of Congress, we’ll have more interesting bald eagle fun facts for many years to come. The bald eagle is both …