A Labrador Retriever born with an unusual face spent years being passed from owner to owner, unwanted and neglected, simply because he didn't look the way people expected a purebred Lab to look. His story could have ended quietly in a backyard — instead, it became one of the more heartwarming rescue stories to come out of Austin, Texas. Marked As "Unsellable" From … [Read more...] about Dog with malformed face dumped by family: Then angel arrives and makes everything right
Trilobites: Ancient Marine Creatures that Dominated the Seas
Trilobites were an incredible group of marine animals that first appeared at the beginning of the Cambrian Period, about 542 million years ago. These creatures dominated the seas for millions of years and left behind an incredible fossil record that provides insights into the evolution of life on Earth. The name "trilobite" comes from the three lobes that run the length of … [Read more...] about Trilobites: Ancient Marine Creatures that Dominated the Seas
Pitbull without a leash rushes towards screaming child, then owner discovers horrible reason why
Pit bulls are most likely one of the most misunderstood dog breeds in the world. Their reputation has not done them many favors. People associate the pit bull with violence and hostility but like all dog breeds, it all boils down to how the dog is raised and treated by its owner. Just like with children, dogs rely on good parenting. Pit bulls might be bigger than … [Read more...] about Pitbull without a leash rushes towards screaming child, then owner discovers horrible reason why
The Fascinating Story of the Albino Redwood: Surviving Without Chlorophyll
The redwood forests of California are known for their towering trees that can reach heights of over 350 feet. But among these giants, there are some that stand out for a very different reason - they are albino. Albino redwoods, also known as ghost trees, are a rare sight, with only around 400 known to exist in the world. Unlike other trees, albino redwoods are unable to … [Read more...] about The Fascinating Story of the Albino Redwood: Surviving Without Chlorophyll
Awe-Inspiring Astronomy Picture of the Day Showcases the Occultation of Jupiter
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and felt small in comparison to the vastness of the universe? Well, this Astronomy Picture of the Day taken in July of 2013 is sure to make you feel even smaller, but in a good way. In the image, captured by photographer Juerg Alean, we see a waning moon in the foreground with Jupiter and its four largest moons, also known as the … [Read more...] about Awe-Inspiring Astronomy Picture of the Day Showcases the Occultation of Jupiter