To say that the Ayam Cemani is the world's most distinctive chicken is an understatement. The black chicken isn't just dark; it's completely black—right down to its bones! The internal organs and muscles of these Goth fowls, which are native to Indonesia, are also inky. Its eggs, on the other hand, are a nice cream color. So, how does this happen? This darkness is induced … [Read more...] about Goth Chicken Is All Black, From Its Feathers To Its Bones
This Unusual ‘Hair Ice’ Forms on Dead Wood, and Scientists Have Discovered How
Consider strolling through the woods and coming across a white wig in the middle of the road. When you touch it, though, it becomes clear that it is not a wig. Meet the one-of-a-kind "hair ice." Hair ice is ice that forms on dead wood and has the appearance of fine, silky hair. This natural phenomena, sometimes known as ice wool or frost beard, is rather unusual, having … [Read more...] about This Unusual ‘Hair Ice’ Forms on Dead Wood, and Scientists Have Discovered How
Men Of This Ethiopian Tribe Compete To Become The ‘Fattest Of The Year,’ Which Is Considered The Greatest Achievement
The Bodi tribe's idea of beauty may differ from what we're used to, but it's a perfect example of the incredible cultural diversity that can be found around the world. These extraordinary folks dwell in southwest Ethiopia's Omo Valley. As an agricultural tribe, the Bodi make a living by herding animals and producing various plants along the Omo River's banks. The annual … [Read more...] about Men Of This Ethiopian Tribe Compete To Become The ‘Fattest Of The Year,’ Which Is Considered The Greatest Achievement
Sheep With 78 Pounds (35 kilograms) Of Matted Wool Finally Gets A Haircut
"Not Australia's answer to the yeti, but a sheep" named Baarack who hasn't been shorn in years. The rescued merino sheep had a densely matted coat that grew unchecked for years. Image credit: Edgar’s Mission Months of social isolation caused by the pandemic stopped many of us from having regular haircuts for a long time. Even the most abundant at-home hair can't … [Read more...] about Sheep With 78 Pounds (35 kilograms) Of Matted Wool Finally Gets A Haircut
Euspinolia Militaris Is A Species Of Wasp In The Family Mutillidae
The Panda Ant is a most unusual species of insect. Their name derives from the obvious resemblance to a panda in its markings. This remarkable insect is not even an ant. The Panda Ant is actually a variety of wingless wasp! Very little is known of this little seen insect. They have been seen to bring down animals as large as cows with only a few dozen stings. The Panda Ant … [Read more...] about Euspinolia Militaris Is A Species Of Wasp In The Family Mutillidae