Eyebrows have many benefits to humans, from shielding our eyes from light and moisture to helping us better express ourselves. But are we the only creatures with these brows? No. Other animals too deserve their benefits. And while the eyebrows are visible in some animals, in others, as we shall see, it depends on how …
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When studying the anatomy of fish in school, did your teacher ever mention something to do with legs? Or fish that can walk? I bet no. That’s because, generally, even out of experience, fish don’t have legs. And it would be bizarre to even think of fish with legs because; why would they have legs …
To watch birds dive into the water and catch prey in the most stunning styles is a treat everyone would like to enjoy in their lifetime. But what seems an effortless task for these water-diving birds, takes incredible techniques and strategies facilitated by their unique features. Curious to learn about these exceptional birds? In this …
So, you’d like to take your knowledge of animal facts to the next level? Well, learning about big-lipped animals is a great starting point. And after knowing them, you might be wondering; what role do these lips play in each animal? Wonder no more. We’ve dug deep to unearth not only the big-lipped animals the …
Has your curiosity as a Florida resident driven you to want to learn about black snakes in your state? Or you’re a tourist trying to learn about black snakes in this southeastern state of the United States of America? Well, if you say yes to either of these questions, you’re in the right place. By …
Did you know that there are over 30,000 fish species on earth? Some of these fish make fascinating creatures thanks to their big eyes. And while many of these fish have big eyes in relation to their bodies, others have incredibly huge eyes you’d think were wrongly placed on them (I’m looking at you telescope …
Fish with big foreheads are among some of the world’s oddest creatures. Marine biologists are used to encountering these types of fish in their missions, but you can also see them, especially when scuba diving – You just need to be patient and squint enough and wait for your moment. If you’re not a marine …
Raccoons are small, heavily-built mammals and the largest members of the procyonid family. Native to North and Central America, raccoons are one of the world’s adaptable creatures, as they can live in marshes, forests, and prairies. The mammals also don’t shy away from urban areas and near homes as they’re fond of making dens in …
You might not be aware of them, but fish with teeth exist. And in some species, the teeth are so big that you need to be extra careful, plus use alternative methods to land these terrible-looking sea creatures if you go fishing. Some of these fish live about 500 – 5000 meters below the water …
Beavers are intelligent, semi-aquatic mammals belonging to the rodent family. They are the second largest members of the family after capybaras. All beavers fall into two species, either Eurasian beaver or North American beaver, named after their native regions. In the wild, you can find other animals similar to beavers in terms of habitats, coloring, …
Scavenger birds are subject to hate and despisement even from most bird enthusiasts. Often, you’ll find scavenger birds working on road kills and very busy near garbage heaps. When you see them, it’s easy to shoot or frown upon them, not knowing that scavenger birds play a vital part in our ecosystem. And since scavenging …
While tailed creatures are a common site in the forests, their counterparts with ringed tails are rare. Some of these animals with ringed tails are shy and dislike the idea of coexisting with humans. Others live in places where you may never see them unless in nature documentaries. The purpose of the rings is controversial, …
Fish are creatures with unusual features. So, while scuba diving, or if you visit some prominent hotels with aquariums nearby, don’t act surprised when you come across some types of fish with big lips. According to biologists, some types of fish, also called bowmouth fish, have developed elongated lips to exploit food resources better and …