Meet the Panteleenko family, who have taken the phrase "living with a bear" to a whole new level. When Svetlana and Yuriy Panteleenko adopted Stepan the bear, he was just a three-month-old cub. Today, the mammal is 23 years old, weighs a whopping 300lb, and stands at a height of over seven feet. Despite his intimidating size, Stepan is so domesticated that he often cuddles up … [Read more...] about Living with a 300lb Bear: Meet the Panteleenko Family and Their Domesticated Companion, Stepan
Birds Use Cigarette Butts for Chemical Warfare Against Ticks
It may come as a surprise to learn that birds have been observed lining their nests with cigarette butts. While many people view discarded cigarette butts as an unsightly litter problem, birds seem to have found a practical use for them. Researchers at the National Autonomous University of Mexico have been studying the behavior of urban house finches, a species that has … [Read more...] about Birds Use Cigarette Butts for Chemical Warfare Against Ticks
30-year-old dog named Bobi sets world record as the oldest dog ever
It’s true that dogs don’t live as long as humans, but some are blessed with good long lives, inspiring us all with their health and longevity. And a lucky few even get to hold the record as the official oldest dog in the world. That title has changed paws a few times in the past year, most recently going to 23-year-old Chihuahua Spike. But now, the record has officially … [Read more...] about 30-year-old dog named Bobi sets world record as the oldest dog ever
The Science Behind the “Lava Pit” That Appears To Suck The Bodies of the Damned Into Hell
A photo of a lava skylight, taken by volcanologist Laszlo Kestay in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, has gone viral on social media with the caption “Lava formed to look like a pile of bodies being sucked into hell.” But what is a lava skylight, and how does it form? Lava skylights are openings in the ceiling of a lava tube that provide a view of the flowing lava. These … [Read more...] about The Science Behind the “Lava Pit” That Appears To Suck The Bodies of the Damned Into Hell
People Find Tiniest Kitten In Street — But He Isn’t What He Seems
This story, from 2016, is just too adorable not to share. A teeny tiny baby kitten was spotted roaming the streets on its own in Thailand. A family living in the neighborhood was enjoying their evening when they noticed the little guy on the street. Upon closer inspection, they realized this was no ordinary cat — it didn’t look like any of the other kittens they … [Read more...] about People Find Tiniest Kitten In Street — But He Isn’t What He Seems