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  • How Many Hearts Do Worms Have? Digging Deep into Earthworm Anatomy

    How Many Hearts Do Worms Have? Digging Deep into Earthworm Anatomy

    Earthworms do not possess traditional hearts similar to those found in humans. However, they do have five pairs of aortic arches that serve a similar purpose. These intriguing structures, often referred to as the “hearts” of worms, help circulate blood throughout the body. So, you could say that worms have ten aortic arches, or five … Read more


  • Deep Sea Anglerfish: 12 Amazing Facts You Might Not Believe

    Deep Sea Anglerfish: 12 Amazing Facts You Might Not Believe

    Deep-sea anglerfish are some of the most fascinating creatures in the world. These mysterious fish are known for their unique appearance and bizarre hunting methods. Here are 12 fascinating facts about deep-sea anglerfish that will leave you in awe! How Do Anglerfish Attract Prey? One of the most striking features of deep sea anglerfish is … Read more


  • Bird Migration Patterns | How Do Birds Navigate Without Getting Lost?

    Bird Migration Patterns | How Do Birds Navigate Without Getting Lost?

    Bird migration remains one of the most fascinating phenomena in the animal kingdom, showcasing the remarkable navigational skills of our avian friends. Every year, countless species of birds embark on awe-inspiring journeys, traveling thousands of miles between their breeding and non-breeding grounds. To accomplish these incredible feats, birds rely on an intricate combination of instinct, … Read more


  • Komodo Dragon Teeth: How Can One Deadly Bite Kill an Adult Buffalo?

    Komodo Dragon Teeth: How Can One Deadly Bite Kill an Adult Buffalo?

    Komodo dragons have 60 razor-sharp teeth that can grow to be one inch (2.5 cm) long. The teeth are made for ripping flesh and creating maximum tissue damage. A Komodo dragon can kill a large prey animal like an adult buffalo, deer, or pig with one deadly bite because of a combination of venom and … Read more


  • Octopus Locomotion: Jet Propulsion, Crawling & Two-Legged Walking Explored

    Octopus Locomotion: Jet Propulsion, Crawling & Two-Legged Walking Explored

    Among the multiple locomotion methods, the most notable are jet propulsion, crawling, and two-legged walking. Each mode of transportation serves a specific purpose and highlights the octopus’s ability to adjust to various situations. Key points about octopus locomotion: Jet propulsion enables the octopus to move at impressive speeds, which comes in handy when escaping potential … Read more


  • Can Octopuses Walk on Two Legs? Octopus Locomotion Explained

    Can Octopuses Walk on Two Legs? Octopus Locomotion Explained

    Yes, octopuses have been observed walking on two legs. Its called “bipedal locomotion.” I’m a biologist and I’ve written this article to dig deeper into this clever adaptation. I’ve also aimed to provide a comprehensive look at octopus locomotion. Octopuses walking on two legs can be fun to look at… and a bit mind-boggling! Check … Read more


  • Octopus Communication Unveiled: Unlocking Their Secret Language

    Octopus Communication Unveiled: Unlocking Their Secret Language

    You might be surprised to learn that octopuses are way more communicative than we initially thought. Not only are they known for their intelligence and problem-solving skills, but they also have a unique and intricate way of communicating with one another. Octopuses can communicate through a combination of color changes, posture, skin texture, and locomotion, … Read more


  • Octopuses: the Most Intelligent Invertebrates on Earth

    Octopuses: the Most Intelligent Invertebrates on Earth

    Octopuses are among the most intelligent creatures on the planet, with unique abilities and behaviors that have left researchers scratching their heads. So, what makes them so special? It all starts with their brains. Octopuses have the largest brains of any invertebrate, with more neurons than a dog’s brain. This makes them capable of complex … Read more


  • Greenland Shark Lifespan: Earth’s Longest-Living Vertebrate

    Greenland Shark Lifespan: Earth’s Longest-Living Vertebrate

    The Greenland shark has recently gained attention due to its remarkably long lifespan. Known as the longest living vertebrate, these mysterious creatures can live for centuries, with some estimates suggesting they can live for 400 or 500 years! This incredible discovery has sparked the interest of scientists and shark enthusiasts alike, as understanding the keys … Read more


  • What Sounds Does a Fox Make? A Guide to Fox Vocalizations

    What Sounds Does a Fox Make? A Guide to Fox Vocalizations

    Why would a male red fox make a loud, high-pitched scream that sounds like a woman’s scream? Let’s find out! (And check out the popular video below for the song by Ylvis: ‘What Does the Fox Say?’) What Sounds Does a Fox Make? Red Fox Sounds The red fox is the most common fox species … Read more


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How Far Can Skunks Spray: Uncovering the Stinky Truth

Skunks are notorious for their pungent and infamous defense mechanism - their spray. These small, nocturnal creatures might look cute, ...
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Albatross flying on open ocean

How Long Can an Albatross Fly? (Do Albatrosses Sleep While Flying?)

Albatrosses are large seabirds with the longest wingspans of any bird in the world, up to 10 or 12 feet ...
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How Many Hearts Do Worms Have? Digging Deep into Earthworm Anatomy

Earthworms do not possess traditional hearts similar to those found in humans. However, they do have five pairs of aortic ...
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How Many Senses Do Sharks Possess? (Electroreception Made Easy!)

I've researched sharks for many years and some of my most popular presentations feature sharks and their amazing abilities. Sharks ...
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How Smart are Crocodiles? Can They Cooperate, Communicate…Use Tools?

One of our most memorable times involved taking our five-year old son to visit to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures in far ...
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How Smart are Octopuses? (Are Octopuses As Intelligent as Dogs?)

Cephalopods, including octopuses, are the smartest invertebrates on the planet. They can use tools, carry coconut shells for shelter, stack ...
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How to Find Travel Destinations with the Best Weather: 5 Top Tools

We travel extensively throughout the world and have learned how important it is to choose our destinations with the climate ...
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How to get millions of views online: the Platform You’ve Missed

My portfolio of online photos attracts over one million views per month.  At the time of writing, I’ve received over ...
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How to Keep Bird Feeders Clean (Top Tips for Avoiding Salmonella)

Here in the Pacific Northwest, Pine siskins have been dying from a Salmonella outbreak this winter. We've found over 125 ...
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Tree frog in Amazon rainforest, Ecuador

How to See MORE Wildlife in the Amazon: 10 Practical Tips

After several visits to South America including an Amazon river cruise, and after careful research, we chose a lodge adjacent ...
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How to Use Google Earth to Enhance Your Presentations

I'm a frequent user of Google Earth to help enrich my presentations in front of large and demanding audiences. When ...
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Irukandji Jellyfish Facts and Adaptations (Can They Kill You? Are they spreading?)

We like to snorkel in tropical waters throughout the world and, as biologists, we’ve learned to be cautious when it ...
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Is it Safe to go on Safari with Africa’s Top Predators and Most Dangerous Animals?

With our biology backgrounds, extensive research, and five trips to South Africa and Botswana, my husband and I have learned ...
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Photo of cookiecutter shark showing impressive teeth

Is the Cookie Shark Real? Cookiecutter Sharks Can Be Dangerous (Surprising Facts)

Yes, there really is a “cookie” shark. They are called cookiecutter sharks because they carve out a circular plug of ...
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Keeping Mason Bees as Pets

With ten years of experience and research, I’m delighted with keeping Mason bees because they’re fun garden pets who need ...
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Is Koala dumbest mammal?

Koala Brain – Why Is the Koala the Dumbest Mammal? How Being Dumb Can Be Smart

Whenever we travel to Australia, we love to observe that iconic marsupial, the koala (Phascolarctos cinereus). Even though it is ...
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Komodo dragon with jaws wide open

Komodo Dragon Teeth: How Can One Deadly Bite Kill an Adult Buffalo?

Komodo dragons have 60 razor-sharp teeth that can grow to be one inch (2.5 cm) long. The teeth are made ...
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Razor sharp mandibles of Leaf cutter ant

Leaf Cutter Ants – Surprising Facts and Adaptations; with Pictures and Videos

Leaf cutter ants are among the most charismatic of insect species. We enjoy watching them parade by with leaves held ...
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Octopus Camouflage Uncovered: The Science Behind Their Smart Skin

Key points about octopus camouflage and their smart skin: Octopuses use their skin to change color and texture for camouflage, ...
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Octopus with arms stretched wide

Octopus Communication Unveiled: Unlocking Their Secret Language

You might be surprised to learn that octopuses are way more communicative than we initially thought. Not only are they ...
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