A parietal eye, also known as a third eye or pineal eye, is a part of the epithalamus present in some vertebrates. It is located at the top of the head and is photoreceptive, meaning that it can sense light. The parietal eye regulates circadian rhythmicity and hormone production for thermoregulation. What is the parietal eye? The parietal eye is a small, vestigial organ … [Read more...] about The Parietal Eye: A Third Eye for Some Vertebrates
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Out of the Corner of My Eye, I Saw His Tail Wagging: Man Saves Starving Dog From Remote Island in Belize
In the heart of Belize, a captivating tale of compassion and serendipity unfolded when a seasoned photographer, Wesley White, embarked on a kayaking adventure that would lead him to an extraordinary discovery. While Wesley's primary goal was to capture the beauty of Thatch Caye's remote island on film, destiny had a different plan in store for him. Wesley White, a dedicated … [Read more...] about Out of the Corner of My Eye, I Saw His Tail Wagging: Man Saves Starving Dog From Remote Island in Belize
Frozen ‘fish eye’ forms on rock in the Peak District
An unwitting photographer noticed a frost formation on a rock that resembled a fish eye. Leigh Pugh was photographing the sunrise in the Derbyshire Peak District when he became aware that he was being watched. He shared a photo of the frozen puddle on social media, where many users commented that the rock looked like a fish's - or even a dragon's - head. According to … [Read more...] about Frozen ‘fish eye’ forms on rock in the Peak District