In recent years, movies such as Jaws have sparked much controversy over rogue sharks. This and the historical records that give statistics on shark attacks, like those in 1916 off the shores of New Jersey, have increased the myths and urban legends about rogue sharks attacking humans.
What is a Rogue Shark?
Myth proclaims a rogue shark [...]
* Hummingbirds can fly, but they can not walk.
* Donkeys can be dangerous. More people are killed by donkeys than plane crashes.
* Whether they have one hump or two, all camels have a straight spine.
* Sharks eggs are larger than any egg in existence.
* Camels can go a long time without water, but rats can [...]
Kangaroos are marsupial mammals, meaning, they are warm-blooded animals who raise their offspring in a pouch on the mother’s tummy.
Kangaroos are native to Australia where most marsupials live.Â
Kangaroos are divided into red and gray species. Red kangaroos thrive in the desert regions of the continent; gray kangaroos range in the grassy forests of Eastern and [...]
Did you know that the Black Bear can actually be white, chocolate, cinnamon, and blonde in color? Did you know that the cubs of The Black Bear only way between 1/2 and 1 pound when born? Here are some more interesting facts about Black Bear.
The adult Black Bear can weigh between 90 and 880 pounds. [...]
The common frog (native to mainland Britain) can breathe through its skin.
Frogs legs are a culinary delicacy in France.
The worlds biggest frog, the Goliath can be found in Cameroon in Africa.
The Goliath frog can grow up to one foot long and weigh more than seven pounds.
The poison dart frog secretes from its skin one of [...]
Considered by many as the earth’s last wilderness, the oceans are filled with both marvels and mysteries. The following offerings relate to everything from tidal pools to seafloors-and all the marine wonders in between.
Earth’s oceans contain approximately 324 million cubic miles of seawater. It is also believed that the earth’s oceans formed over four billion [...]
There is more to frogs than meets the bulging eye. Frogs have survived the test of time and can still be found in most parts of the world. Check out these interesting frog facts:
* A frog’s eye can see in almost any direction.
* A frog’s tongue is attached at the front of the mouth instead [...]
Among all of the whale species in the world one of the most fascinating may very well be the blue whale and here are a few facts to show you why.
1. The blue whale is the largest living creature on earth!
2. The longest blue whale ever recorded was 108 feet in length.
3. Blue whales can [...]
Have you ever heard the saying, “Goodnight, sleep tight, don’t let the bedbugs bite.” What they were talking about is the dust mites. These little creatures will live in your homes, preferably in your bed, and feed off what you leave behind. The following are some facts about the dust mites.
The dust mite is microscopic [...]
Halloween and cats go hand in hand and you may be surprised to know a few facts about cats. Beware when trick or treating; you never know where a cat may be lurking!
1. Ever wonder why a cat sees in pitch-black dark? It’s because their eyes take light in and reflect if back out … [...]
White, furry bunnies are a historic symbol of Easter. People love them - except in Australia. It is hard to think of these adorable animals as unwanted but Australians learn quite early about the threat of rabbits to wildlife and farms. Rabbits are not native to Australia and became a major pest here when they [...]
Killer bees, or Africanized bees, are aggressive insects that have been known to chase a person or an animal up to a quarter of a mile. The following facts demonstrate the fierce quality of these bees that continue to move ever northward and to both fascinate and alarm people.
Bees live in every region of the [...]
Pets enjoy a unique relationship with their human companions. Spoiled and pampered, sometimes the relationship becomes one that defies understanding … except to the animal and person(s) involved.
DOGS
Surely a Great Dog, in the fading seconds of mortal consciousness, ponders worldly deeds. Did I save the Master’s life — or just hump his leg?- Unknown
-”They will [...]
Madagascar is an island located just off of the Southeast coast of Africa. Before you start packing off for a fabulous African vacation, it might be fun to learn about just one of the island’s inhabitants. Here are twenty facts about the Madagascar hissing cockroach.
1. These hissing cockroaches are native only to the island of [...]
There are over 300 species of primates in the world—and humans make up one of them.
The pygmy mouse lemur, the smallest primate, can fit in the palm of your hand.
Gorillas are the largest primates and can grow to be over 400 pounds.
Humans and gorillas are so closely related, they can even catch diseases from each [...]
Not too long ago, our family dog amused us with her unexpected courtship with one of the neighborhood strays. As the kids watched in amusement, the two dogs were sprayed down with a water hose in a desperate attempt to free them from one another. This, of course, spawned numerous questions from the children about [...]
You know most spiders are harmless, but out of curiosity have you ever wanted to know the ten most dangerous spiders in the world, but to your amazement could not find a specific list? That’s why this article was set up, and here they are, from least poisonous to most.
10) Huntsman Spiders. These spiders are [...]
Tigers are the largest members of the world’s family of big cats. Although for centuries they lived, more or less, harmoniously with humans-attacks were sparse-the past century saw mankind encroaching deeper and deeper into tiger territory setting the stage for unfortunate confrontations. The following article is an array of facts about tigers as well as [...]
If you’ve ever walked through the woods and heard something that resembled the sound of a rattlesnake … think twice about encountering the timber rattlesnake. Here some facts about the timber rattlesnake you may be surprised to know.
1. Timber rattlesnakes begin to crawl in early April in some places all the way until October!
2. Adult [...]
The mere mention of “Killer Whale” usually evokes about as much fear as the mention of a killer shark but as you’ll see, Orcas aren’t so bad after all.
1. Killer whales can live as long as eighty years!
2. A Mama Orca carries her baby for 16-17 months.
3. Killer whales are a member of the dolphin [...]
1) Dried shark skin (shagreen) was once used as sandpaper. In Germany and Japan it was also used in sword handles to provide a non-slip grip for the hilt.
2) Sharks have a life span that can reach up to 100 years. On average, sharks live to be only 25.
3) A shark is a fish, not [...]
Great Whites have 24-26 teeth positions in their top jaw and 22-24 in their lower jaw. Each tooth position is arranged in rows of 5-7 teeth. It looks like a conveyer belt. When a tooth is lost, a tooth from the row behind it moves up to replace it.
At any time in a Great White’s [...]
Komodo dragons are the largest lizards in the world and belong to the family of monitor lizards.
They live in Africa, Asia and Australia, but perhaps most famously on the island of Komodo in Indonesia where a national park has been created for its protection.
Komodo Island is considered one of the most dangerous places in the [...]
Insect antennae are covered by tiny hairs that detect sounds, smells and chemical messages called pheromones.
Many dragonflies live near rivers and ponds where they can easily hunt other insects like mosquitoes and small flies.
Chewing insects have mandibles, powerful jaws, that allow them to crush, cut and grind their food.
Some insects like moths suck fluids to [...]
Animals are fascinating creatures. Their abilities stun and dazzle human understanding. While there are many well known facts about animals some are yet to be uncovered. Below are some of the more interesting and unbelievable facts about animals, that will surely puzzle any person that takes a look. Sit down, relax, and get your brain [...]
Towns from corner to corner of the United States have gained notoriety for one thing or another and Waynesboro, Georgia is no different than any other. It has the distinction of being named the “Bird Dog Capital of the World.” The town proudly and prominently displays this fact across the town’s water tower.
Waynesboro gained its [...]
Catfish are tasty, they’re funny looking, and they can sting you if you’re not careful. But what else do you know about this plentiful fish? Test your knowledge with these ten fun facts about catfish:
1. Catfish are found in every state in the United States, except Alaska, and on every continent except for Antarctica.
2. Catfish [...]
Contrary to popular belief, dreaming of a black cat is said to bring good luck.
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Ailurophilia is the love of cats.
Did you know a cat cannot see the area immediately below its nose? And while humans have unique fingerprints, cats have unique nose pad prints.
Another similarity between cats and humans is the brain. The cat’s brain [...]
Considered to be one of the most beneficial of nature’s creatures, bats make for interesting study. The following shorts are fun facts and trivia about bats.
Bats are not rats with wings as they are sometimes described. They are mammals-the only ones that fly.
The earth is home to nearly one thousand species of bats. Forty-four different [...]
* In Edmonton, Canada, red squirrels hang around the 10th and 18th holes of the Riverside Golf Course in order to steal golf balls. The squirrels then stash the balls in the trees and golf course staff has found as many as 250 in one tree. Why? Scientists think it’s because the squirrels mistake the [...]
