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4. They Seem to Enjoy Human Interaction Locals long-held, though shifting, belief in the mystical powers of river dolphins has helped keep them safe from harm, until recent years. Sadly, fishers who see them as competitors for other fish have been known to kill them and use their parts as fish bait. Additionally, dolphins are regularly caught accidentally in their nets. 6. They Have Special Teeth And Hairy Noses Other characteristics that set these dolphins apart from others include the incisor teeth that help them digest their meals and the filament hairs at the tips of their noses that help them find food in the muck of river bottoms....

1. They Don’t Actually Fly It’s a disappointment, but like the flying fox, flying fish can’t actually fly like birds do. Buzz Lightyear’s ‘falling with style’ is a better way to describe what is in fact stylish gliding, without any flapping. Flying fish have evolved large wing-shaped fins that enable gliding over distance and their maximum recorded distance is 655 feet! Ocean goers witness them exiting one side of a swell before entering another swell....

#10: Southern House Spider The southern house spider, Kukulcania hibernalis, belongs to the crevice weaver family Filistatidae. It is one of the most common spiders in New Mexico and also ranges throughout much of the southern United States, the Caribbean, and South America. Most southern house spider species display sexual dimorphism, meaning that the females and males look different from each other. For example, female spiders tend to measure larger than males in most species....

Woodpeckers Location and Habitat: With a cosmopolitan distribution, woodpeckers live almost everywhere in the world except Antarctica, Australia, and Madagascar. Most species are arboreal and nonmigratory, living in woodlands, savannas, and scrublands. Appearance: Their size and plumage coloration vary based on species type. But many are olive, brown, or pied. They also feature crests and bold patterns. Their long, sharp bills are their most notable feature. Diet: They feed primarily on insects and other invertebrates that live under tree bark....

In this guide, we’ll explore ten of the best mushrooms to forage for when the sun is shining. All of the mushrooms on this list are edible, but keep in mind that some may need to be cooked first before consuming. Just as well, some of the following mushrooms can have some pretty toxic doppelgangers, so be sure to familiarize yourself with poisonous and edible mushrooms before venturing out to forage mushrooms....

This book on Pennsylvania plants shows that the state hosts around 3,400 species of plants, and more than half are native! Today, we’ll tell you about some native plants in Pennsylvania! 1. Dwarf Crested Iris The dwarf crested iris is endemic to the eastern United States, where it grows in oak woodlands, ravines, on rocky hillsides, and along streams, preferring calcareous soils. The plant has yellow rhizomes with green or white shades....

The different climate changes mean that some plants are more adaptable to some zones than others. Apart from providing a beautiful ambiance to the environment, native plants help to prevent soil erosion. They are also low maintenance since they are accustomed to the local climate and help support local wildlife. Today, we look at some of the native plants in Iowa State. 1 – Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) The yarrow also goes by the name “the old man’s pepper....

There are several dog breeds with rolls, but they all differ in size and personality. So, if your dream is to own a wrinkled pup, keep scrolling to learn about which of these 7 adorable wrinkly dog breeds is the one for you. 1. Shar-Pei The shar-pei is the most notorious wrinkly dog breed in the world because their entire bodies are covered in rolls. These dogs are also known as the Chinese shar-pei and their second most noticeable feature is their thick, wide snout....

1. Blanket Flower (Gaillardia pulchella) Blanket flower is a Florida native popular for its brightly colored flowers. It’s one of the best short-lived perennial flowers for Florida residents. Blanket flowers are typically red, orange, or yellow with a brown or black center, and they bloom from spring to fall. These showy flowers are popular with butterflies and other pollinators, and they make excellent cut flowers. Blanket flowers are relatively easy to grow and care for, and they are tolerant of drought....

Ferrets can have black, white, or brown fur. Some species have mixed color patterns. These carnivorous animals enjoy a good 14-hour sleep daily and become active at dawn and dusk. They are social creatures that like spending time in groups. What animals resemble ferrets? Let’s find out! 1. Weasels Like ferrets, weasels are part of the Mustela genus, along with other mammals like polecats, stoats, and European minks. These small mammals usually have white bellies and red or brown upper coats....

9. Bottlenose Dolphin: The Inventor of the Underwater Kingdom Dolphins are notorious for playing with objects they find floating in the water, but play is essentially just a way of learning how to hunt, forage and survive more efficiently out in the wild. Dolphins in the wild are known to use shells to scoop up prey and serve it directly into their mouths, but a small community of bottlenose dolphins in Shark Bay, Australia, have been seen using a tool that researchers haven’t noted elsewhere....

Pet Hamsters Are Nocturnal Hamsters are nocturnal animals, so they are inactive during the light-dark cycle. These tiny rodents spend a significant portion of their time sleeping (approximately 41%), and the amount of time spent sleeping lengthens with age. Hamsters sleep six to eight hours daily, depending on their breed. If you startle these nocturnal creatures, they may behave aggressively toward you and their cage mates. When awake at night, they exercise, forage, and eat....

Pronounced “ax-oh-lot-ul,” these amphibians are salamanders known for their ability to regrow lost limbs. Of course, this means that the species has been extensively studied, revealing more and more amazing things about them, including how they excrete waste. Below, you’ll learn everything you’ve ever wanted to know about axolotl poop. Axolotls: The Unusual Limb Regenerators Axolotls have several unique traits, the chief being their ability to regenerate. Unlike other animals who only regenerate limbs and tails, these amphibians also regenerate spinal cords, skin, jaws, lung tissue, and other complex body parts, such as the heart and even the brain!...

Comparing Beetles and Bugs The Key Differences Between Beetles vs. Bugs The greatest differences between beetles and bugs can be found in their phylogenetic families as well as their metamorphoses. Specifically, beetles are from the Coleoptera order of the Insecta class, but bugs are from the Hemiptera order of the Insecta class. Beetles undergo a four-stage life cycle where they are an egg, larva, pupa, and then an adult with a complete metamorphosis....

Comparing the Biewer Terrier and the Yorkie The Key Differences Between the Biewer Terrier and the Yorkie Even though they have more similarities, the major differences between the Biewer Terrier and the Yorkie are seen in their size and appearance. We will be making a more detailed comparison below while bringing out peculiarities and differences. Biewer Terrier vs Yorkie: Size The Biewer Terrier and the Yorkie actually are similar in size, however, there are some differences in height....

In this article, we will address all of the differences and similarities between these two commonly confused catfish varieties. We’ll go over the behavioral differences, the preferred habitats, and the lifespans of these two fish so that you can gain a greater understanding of them. Let’s get started now! Comparing Blue Catfish vs Channel Catfish Key Differences Between Blue Catfish vs Channel Catfish There are many key differences between blue catfish and channel catfish....

That’s why we’ve created this complete bobcat size comparison so you can learn how big these wildcats are compared to dogs, foxes, wolves, and even you! Types of Bobcats and Their Sizes Bobcats, whose scientific name is Lynx rufus, can be found in a large range of ecosystems across North America, from the cold climates of Canada to the torrid deserts of Mexico. With a range like that, they’ve evolved into many subspecies fit to survive....

We want to dive into the canine mind and help you better understand your pup, so let’s discuss whether or not dogs can sense evil in those they meet, and why they are such great judges of character. Can A Dog Sense Things That We Cannot? In order to believe that dogs can sense evil in new people they meet, we have to believe that dogs can pick up on things around them that humans cannot....

What Are Cayenne Peppers and Red Peppers? Cayenne peppers are the “Cayenne” cultivar of the species Capsicum annuum, which is a flowering plant in the Solanaceae family group, better known as the nightshade family. Capsicum annuum is native to the Caribbean, the southern region of North America, and the northern region of South America. It typically reaches 1 to 4 feet tall and produces white to purplish colored flowers and fruit (peppers) which are red, orange, yellow, or green when they are ripe....

In this in-depth guide, you will learn all about how to recognize chanterelle mushrooms, where to get them, and many cooking techniques with this unique edible wild fungus. Let’s go mushroom hunting for chanterelles! Information About Chanterelle Mushrooms Chanterelle Mushrooms: Classification Chanterelle mushrooms belong to the cantharellus genus of fungi. Most of the species within this genus are collectively referred to as chanterelle mushrooms. Mushrooms in this genus form a symbiotic relationship with plants, notably trees....