Globally, house cats have been observed eating over 2,000 different species, 16% of which are endangered. Free-ranging cats (Felis catus) are globally distributed invasive carnivores that markedly impact biodiversity. A new study developed a comprehensive global assessment of species consumed by cats. The research identified 2,084 species eaten by cats, of which 347 … [Read more...] about Outdoor house cats have a wider-ranging diet than any other predator on Earth
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The Ardennes Draft Horse: A Powerful Legacy
The Ardennes Draft Horse, also known as the Ardennais, is considered one of the oldest breeds of draft horse. With a history reaching back to Ancient Rome, these magnificent animals boast a lineage that could potentially connect them to the prehistoric Solutré horse. Julius Caesar, in his famed commentaries "Commentarii de Bello Gallico," described horses from Belgium as … [Read more...] about The Ardennes Draft Horse: A Powerful Legacy
Feeding Polar Bears From a Tank, 1950
Photo was taken during a routine military expedition in Chukchi Peninsula, Soviet Union. It isn’t sure if the Chukchi Peninsula has more people or white bears. The climate is very severe and sometimes weather can be so fierce in winter that the temperature falls 40 C degrees below zero (-40 Fahrenheit) so that poor white bears and their cubs start starving and … [Read more...] about Feeding Polar Bears From a Tank, 1950
Apparently We Have To Say This But Do NOT Try And “Body Slam” An Orca
A man has been fined in New Zealand after a video of this "stupid behavior" emerged. Human-wildlife conflict is one of the biggest issues relating to the ability of the world's wildlife and people to coexist. Whether it’s living through a cicadapocalypse, having your crops stolen by hungry elephants, or the impact of war on wildlife, there are basic rules when it comes to … [Read more...] about Apparently We Have To Say This But Do NOT Try And “Body Slam” An Orca
Only certain people can see the horse in this picture – are you one of the special few?
There’s a reason optical illusions are so popular around the world. Let’s face it, who doesn’t like having a play around with perception? Who doesn’t like to be frustratingly mystified when they can’t see something others can with ease? From time to time, we stumble across puzzles that truly leave us stumped, and part of the fun is then sharing it with others to see who … [Read more...] about Only certain people can see the horse in this picture – are you one of the special few?