Camels are some of the most fascinating and hardy animals on planet Earth. These iconic beasts of the desert possess a whole host of impressive characteristics that make them perfectly suited to the harsh conditions they experience in desert landscapes. Perhaps camels are most famous for their humped silhouette, their close association with humans, or…
Ducks are pretty distinctive birds, easy to notice across various waterways all around the globe. They are part of the Anatidae family along with numerous other species of waterfowl like swans. While ducks are famous for being friendly and sociable birds, many people do not know much about their diets. If you feed ducks in…
Ants are fascinating little creatures! Did you know that an ant can carry up to 20 times its own body weight? So, when you see an ant carry food, just remember that if it was you instead of that ant, you’d be carrying something of an average weight of 4,000 pounds. Isn’t that incredible? But,…
Typically, roaches are not insects you would want in your home. Indeed, they’re multiple-time recipients of the “most hated household pest” award. They’ve probably been squished to death more often than any other insects in the household. Regardless, these graceless arthropods can’t just help but visit our houses. So, what brings them into our homes?…
Centipedes aren’t exactly recluses. These seemingly hundred-legged invertebrates will frequently visit homes at the slightest opportunity, primarily to seek food. Now you may wonder, what grub attracts centipedes to your house? This question is interesting since centipedes are pretty shy feeders. Centipedes prefer to have their dinner when no one is watching or threatening to…
Peacocks are the showiest, flamboyant, and beautiful birds in the world. Male peacocks especially are known for their breathtaking, colorful tails, mesmerizing patterns, and shimmering, iridescent feathers. It is well known that courtship in the animal kingdom plays an important role. Male peacocks show off their incredible tails as a form of courtship or attracting…
It’s hard to imagine a summertime meadow full of flowers without the company of a host of beautiful butterflies. Throughout history, butterflies have been a source of artistic and poetic inspiration for people around the world. Their forms, breath-taking patterns, and stunning colors make every person smile. But, butterflies aren’t there to just be pretty….
While beavers might not be the most popular animals, many people around the world have strong connections with them, sometimes originating from childhood cartoons. If you have ever seen a beaver in its natural environment, you should consider yourself fortunate since these adorable creatures are incredibly illusive. Although beavers build their homes alongside rivers, lakes…