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A Little Background on the Cane Spider The Cane Spider (Heteropoda venatoria) comes from the Sparassidae family (huntsman spiders), which are known for their speed and agility. This spider has several different nicknames, such as the Banana Spider, Large Brown Spider, Giant Crab Spider, Laya, Brown Huntsman, and Pantropical Huntsman. In Hawaii, however, it is typically referred to as the Cane Spider. These spiders live in tropical and subtropical regions and are found on all the Hawaiian Islands....

He may not have caught any barramundi, but he did make the catch of a lifetime. About 25 seconds into the video of murky, brown water, one of the fishermen’s poles starts to bend as he attempts to reel in whatever is on the other end. With flapping on the water’s surface, the group starts to see that their friend may not have caught a fish at all. Instead, a giant crocodile appears!...

What is Pollination? Just as animals must mate to reproduce, pollination must occur for many plants to reproduce. Plants that require pollination include most flowering plants, trees, shrubs, and grasses. In flowering plants (angiosperms) pollen originates on the anther which is the male plant reproductive organ. When pollination occurs, pollen is transferred to a flower’s stigma, the female reproductive component. In some plants, self-fertilization can occur where pollen travels from the anther to the stigma of the same flower....

Never consume green, yellow, or white berries, and be careful with red berries tooIf your berry branches have white sap when broken, it’s probably poisonousSmell the berry. If it seems bitter, don’t eat it However, these rules aren’t going to keep you entirely safe should you choose to forage for wild berries, Proper identification is key. Here are some of the most common and dangerous poisonous berries for you to avoid, should you go foraging in the wild....

What Trees are Native to Texas? Texas is home to nearly 300 native tree species. Each tree species provides different benefits to wildlife, birds, and insects. For example, sweet acacia delivers nectar for honeybees and butterflies, while black cherry offers food for deer and other animals. Red buckeye attracts hummingbirds, while blue beech provides food for caterpillars. Depending on the region of Texas, different trees are more common in the area....

CarcassRoadkillOffal For some carrion birds, already dead remains are just about the only thing they eat. For others, it is a part of their diet when times are tough or when they simply find a good dead meal to snack on. The following are some of the most notorious carrion-eating birds. 1. Vultures The phrase “the vultures are circling” has become synonymous with something or someone’s imminent demise or simply a bad omen....

1. Too hot, too cold or just right? Catfish can thrive in really cold and really hot water. One of the reasons catfish can be found all over the world is because they can adapt to a wide variety of habitats. Catfish can be found in areas where the temperature is 95 degrees and they can also survive at temperatures just above freezing. Typically when the water temperatures gets below 65 degrees catfish will slow down, conserve energy and may halt feeding, but hey have been known to be active year round even in cold temps...

1. California Fan Palm You don’t have to look far for palm trees in Arizona, but none of them are actually native to the state except for the California fan palm (also known as the desert palm). These palms grow naturally between Yuma and Quartzite in the Kofa National Wildlife Refuge. The area is aptly known as “Palm Canyon.” The California fan palm can grow up to 60 feet high, with a trunk girth of 2-3 feet around....

Feathers do not have to be very colorful, but they must not give the appearance of having a rough texture or untidiness. The smoother-looking the feathers are the better, which rules out a bird such as South America’s guira cuckoo. There must be no large bare patches on the head and neck or a notable crop, which rules out most vultures. With that in mind, here are the 10 most beautiful birds in the world....

Well, in this guide we’ll answer this question and provide some information on each of our picks such as whether the mushroom can be easily foraged or cultivated, where it grows, and for our top three, why they’re so expensive. So, without further ado, let’s dive in! Our Top 10 Picks of The Most Expensive Mushrooms Alright, so the top 10 most expensive mushrooms per pound, listed in descending order from least to most expensive, are: 10....

About 100,000 different insect species are native to the United States, and Texas is home to more than one-third of these. If we talk about all of the species of insects in Texas, it’ll take a day or three to read them. That’s how numerous they are! So, for the sake of this article, we will discuss the 15 most common insects found in Texas and other interesting facts....

This article will discuss some potential stink bug imposters — including one that is actually dangerous. We believe that by the end, you’ll better understand the differences between stink bugs and their look-alikes. Let’s get started! What Is a Stink Bug? Stink bugs are part of the true bug order, Hemiptera, in the family Pentatomidae. These bugs are known for their foul-smelling odor — hence their name, and they emit this odor as a defense mechanism against predators....

Ahtna or Copper River Athabascan (Hwt’aene)Deg Hit’an or Ingalik (Hit’an)Dena’ina or Tanaina (Ht’ana)Holikachuk (Hit’an)Koyukon (Hut’aane)Tanana or Lower Tanaina (Kokht’ana)Tan Upper Kuskokwim or Kolchan (Ht’ane) Dena’ina of Cook Inlet was the only group of Athabascans to engage in both coastal hunter-gathering and inland creek and river fishing. Except for the Yupikized Athabaskans (Holikachuk and Deg Hit’an), the Athabascans of Alaska use a matrilineal system in which children are automatically accepted into the clan of their mother....

One of the rarest exotic creatures in the world is the leopard. They are members of the big cat family and are easily identified by their distinctive yellow fur and rosettes of black spots. Leopards are also ferocious hunters who consume a wide variety of animals. Typically, leopards like to hunt at dusk. They usually stalk their food on the ground, but they can also trap their prey by diving down or they can capture other creatures by climbing up trees....

When you are magnet fishing, however, that is exactly what you want to happen. It’s a completely different type of fishing that doesn’t involve fish at all! What is Magnet Fishing? Magnet fishing gives you many of the perks of regular fishing -– you get to hang out in some lovely peaceful and picturesque waterside locations. Unlike regular fishing, however, you need very little in the way of equipment or expertise....

What Exactly Are Black Bears? The American black bear, or as some people refer to it, the baribal, is a fascinating species. This small but resilient bear lives throughout much of the continental United States and Canada. Due to its wide distribution and sizable population, the American black bear is not in danger of extinction. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) confirms this status. This adaptable animal is exceptionally well-equipped for survival....

Gophers Are Nocturnal and Crepuscular Gophers are nocturnal and sleep most of the day but have crepuscular and diurnal tendencies. Pocket gophers are an example of this sleep pattern. They display high activity levels between midnight and 4 a.m. and from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. However, researchers show that American gophers distribute their activity sessions throughout the day rather than exhibiting distinct sleep and wake cycles. This activity is an example of cathemeral or metaturnal behavior....

What Are Scorpions? Scorpions are a class of arachnids characterized by their trademark long, segmented tails and large pincers. Although often associated with danger and deadly venom, most scorpions (with some exceptions) pose minimal risk to humans. Instead, they feed on small insects and other invertebrates, making them an essential part of the local food chain. Although people may be somewhat familiar with their dietary habits, they are typically less knowledgeable about specific other behavior patterns....

However, we are about to delve into the differences between these two breeds. After reading this article, you will be able to tell the difference between the Balinese and Siamese cats, knowing more about the characteristics of these two breeds that make them unique. If you’re planning on adding one of these cats to your family, it’s particularly important that you know the differences between them. This way, you can be sure to make the right choice for the cat and your home!...

In this article, we will address everything you need to know about both the Basset Hound and the Bloodhound. We will discuss the physical appearances of both of these dogs so that you can learn how to tell them apart. Finally, we will go over their ancestry and behavioral differences of a basset hound bloodhound in case you are interested in adopting either of these two breeds. Let’s get started now!...