#animals
Many animals, especially predators, use infrared radiation (IR) to locate their prey. IR radiation is emitted by all objects that are warmer than... Read more
Camouflage is a common defense mechanism employed by animals to blend into their surroundings and avoid predators. There are many ways in which... Read more
The bird with the longest period of gestation is the Albatross. The albatross can take anywhere from 3 to 5.5 months of incubation to hatch its egg.... Read more
A swallow is a type of bird belonging to the family Hirundinidae, which consists of about 90 species. Swallows are found worldwide, except for the... Read more
The fastest bird in the world is the Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus). The Peregrine Falcon is a medium-sized bird of prey found all over the... Read more
The famous wildlife refuge in Blytheville, Arkansas is the Big Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge covers over 11,000 acres and is located in... Read more
The smallest mammal in the world is the bumblebee bat, also known as Kitti's hog-nosed bat. It weighs only 2 grams, which is less than a dime, and is... Read more
Cats are one of the most popular pets in the world, and there are many different breeds with their unique characteristics. Some of the most common... Read more
It is a common myth that you can determine the age of a bear by the size of its paws. While it may be true that the size of a bear's paws can give an... Read more
Some animals have remarkably long lifespans, living for decades or even centuries. Among the animals with the longest lifespans are:Ocean quahog:... Read more