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1. Baby Silkie Chickens are Born with Unique Feathers From birth, baby silkie chickens look different than other chickens. This unique breed derives its name from the unusual “silky” quality of its feathers. Unlike most other chicken breeds, the silkie lacks barbicels on its feathers. Barbicels are the hooks that hold feathers together and give them their typical stiff look and feel. With feathers that look and act more like down, baby silkies never gain the capacity to fly....

Keep reading to learn more about these tropical trees’ plant classifications, characteristics, native ranges, ideal growing conditions, culinary uses, and nutritional facts. Breadfruit vs.Jackfruit: A Quick Look Breadfruit vs. Jackfruit: Plant Classification: Both breadfruit and jackfruit trees belong to the Artocarpus genus of plants. Artocarpus contains about 60 tropical trees and shrubs across Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.readfruit and jackfruit also belong to the same family, the mulberry, or Moraceae family....

In this article, we will compare and contrast broccolini with broccoli rabe so that you can learn what makes both of these vegetables special. We will go over their physical appearances as well as what they are typically used for in case you’re interested in cooking with either option. Finally, we will go over their nutritional value as well as how to best grow them should you be planning on planting some in your backyard garden....

Brussels sprouts are small, round, and green and look a bit like miniature cabbages. They’re often sold still on the stalk and have a slightly bitter taste. Cabbage, on the other hand, is larger, tougher, and has a milder flavor. It can be white, green, or red and is often used in salads or as a cooked vegetable. So, which one should you eat? Brussels sprouts are a great choice if you’re looking for a nutrient-packed vegetable that will boost your immune system....

Comparing Butternut Squash vs. Pumpkin The 4 Key Differences Between Butternut Squash and Pumpkin The main differences between the butternut squash and pumpkin are size, shape, and uses. The butternut squash is much smaller than the pumpkin, with a maximum weight of only five pounds. Pumpkins get much bigger and have won prizes at county fairs at over 200 pounds. The two gourds are also different shapes, with pumpkins being round and butternut squash an oblong bottle shape....

Jicama is a fantastic food if you want your dog to reduce weight because it has a high amount of water and fiber with a low amount of calories. This plant is a tremendous source of vitamin C, an essential vitamin that functions as an antioxidant in your dog’s body and is necessary for many enzyme activities. Before giving them this treat, you’ll need to take a few easy precautions....

Luckily, even if a dog is lactose intolerant, the symptoms should be rather minor. However, if your dog experiences serious diarrhea or has underlying health problems, you may want to speak to your vet. While sour cream isn’t reportedly deadly, diarrhea could theoretically lead to dehydration. What Should I Do if My Dog Ate Sour Cream? In most cases, you shouldn’t have anything to worry about. Sour cream may cause a slight upset stomach in dogs that are lactose intolerant or not used to consuming sour cream....

Citronella Grass vs Lemongrass Key Similarities Both citronella grass and lemongrass are clump-forming grasses that smell like lemons. They have narrow foliage, repel bugs, and they both have specific uses. In summer they have almost identical grassy flower spikes. Key Differences The main differences are the leaf color, height, and their uses. Lemongrass is used extensively in South Asian cuisine whereas inedible citronella grass is distilled into citronella oil for our cleaning products and anti-bug supplies....

You can directly sow columbine seeds into your garden in springtime, once frost conditions have passed. Make sure to rest the seeds atop the soil or lightly cover, as sunlight is key for germination. While you likely won’t have columbine flowers your first year of planting, these blooms readily reseed and spread, keeping your garden beautiful long-term! Columbine Seeds: Everything You Need to Know Despite columbine flowers being poisonous to both people and animals, they remain a popular and infamous perennial....

The Origin of Stripes on Flags Using stripes on flags is widespread and can mean a huge variety of different things. Essentially, there isn’t a single “thing” represented when a flag uses stripes. Instead, the nation using the stripes determines the meaning of the stripes and what they represent. Additionally, the stripes on a flag don’t always “mean” something as much as having different colors does. In these cases, stripes are used as a clear way to distinguish different colors that are important, even if the stripes themselves aren’t important....

While harvest does vary from year to year, about 300,000 deer are hunted annually in Alabama. There are several deer seasons throughout the state and many regulations to follow. Hunting in Alabama is, however, somewhat complicated and includes many requirements. Below, we’ll look at some of the more important rules to consider and when to expect certain seasons to open. License Requirements for Deer Hunting To hunt deer in Alabama, four elements are necessary....

Despite having a drawing, Arizona is not a complicated state to hunt in. Their guidelines are pretty cut-and-dry in most places. Furthermore, the regulations and seasons are similar (if not identical) across the state. Therefore, if you’re a new or old hunter, Arizona can be a refreshing place to hunt. Below, we’ll look at some of the most critical requirements, explain how their drawings work, and dig into their hunting rules....

The bag limits for buck and does also depends on these criteria. Before hunting, you should check the current Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) requirements for licenses, supplemental licenses, and other requirements. Hunting License Requirements Everyone hunting in the state of Tennessee is required to obtain a license. These can be obtained on the TWRA’s website or at many retailers in the state. Out-of-state residents wishing to hunt in TN must obtain a TN Non-Resident Hunting License; a license from another state is not valid....

In this article, we will compare and contrast dewberries and blackberries so that you can fully understand both of them as individuals. We will go over their physical descriptions, what they are commonly used for, where they grow best, and what they taste like. Let’s get started and learn all about these two berry varieties now! Comparing Dewberry vs Blackberry Key Differences Between Dewberry vs Blackberry There are a number of key differences between a dewberry vs blackberry....

For some animals, hair is either absent or so sparse as to be unnoticeable to the casual observer. This could be due to a skin condition, natural selection, or even directed breeding to create bald animals for use as pets. Odd looking animals have always drawn attention and they often become a popular fad. Whether it is lack of hair or smushed noses or comically short legs, these traits always have a high price to pay in health issues and pain....

As they evolved on their island habitats, their wings became truncated and they could no longer fly. There are extant flightless birds still like the cassowary, emu, and ostrich but all of the animals on our list are gone forever. What are 10 flightless birds that are extinct? 10 Extinct Flightless Birds These are 10 of the flightless birds that have gone extinct: 1. The Rodrigues Solitaire (Pezophaps Solitaria) The island of Rodrigues, which lies east of Madagascar, was home to the Rodrigues solitaire....

Vermont is home to various plant species, primarily covered by northern hardwoods and conifers, especially in the Green Mountains. While most of the state’s terrain is forested, some open areas are mainly used for agricultural purposes. If you’re planning to visit Vermont, check out these native plants you may stumble upon on your trip! 1. Red Baneberry Red baneberry is a perennial plant growing up to 31 inches tall. The flowers are white and feature petals that are clawed at the base....

1. Cooper’s Hawk (Accipiter cooperii) Cooper’s hawks are migrating birds and usually live in New Jersey during the winter. They are woodland birds that inhabit mature forests and river groves. Cooper’s hawks prefer to live in deciduous, coniferous, and mixed woods with tall trees. They are also now inhabiting cities and suburbs that have trees tall enough to nest in. Cooper’s hawks are medium-sized, but they are also one of the bigger species in the genus Accipiter....

Rhode Island isn’t a big state, so there aren’t a lot of native types of snakes that call Rhode Island home. Some of the most common snakes that you will find in Rhode Island are: Northern Water Snake Northern Water snakes are primarily aquatic, which means that they prefer being in or around water. These snakes live in the southeast area of Rhode Island in the lowland marshes and areas near the ocean....

The trail is known to run through 14 states! It begins at Springer Mountain, Georgia, and ends at Mount Katahdin, Maine. The Appalachian Trail is home to various snake species- 6 of which are venomous. Below are 12 snakes you can find on the Appalachian Trail. Copperheads Copperheads are medium-sized pit vipers found along the Appalachian Trail in Georgia. They have hemolytic venom that works to break down blood cells....