Definitely mind your head when walking by one of these! Ever wondered how big a pine cone can grow? Well, ponder no further. The Coulter pine (Pinus coulteri), an evergreen conifer native to the coastal mountains of southern California and northern Baja California, is known for producing the heaviest and largest cones of any pine species, which can weigh up to 5 kg … [Read more...] about The Widowmaker Pine Cone Is the World’s Largest: It’s So Big It Can Actually Kill You
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America’s dirtiest city is revealed — and it’s not NYC or anywhere near the north
Think New York City holds the crown for America’s dirtiest metropolis with its notorious grime, rat kingdom, and subway adventures? Think again! In a groundbreaking study by LawnStarter, the title of the nation’s dirtiest city has been snatched by none other than Houston, Texas, dethroning Newark, New Jersey, from its perch. Surprisingly, the Big Apple didn’t even make … [Read more...] about America’s dirtiest city is revealed — and it’s not NYC or anywhere near the north
It’s so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees
In the Gulf Coast state of Tabasco, at least 138 howler monkeys, renowned for their powerful vocalizations, have been found dead since May 16, as reported by the Biodiversity Conservation of The Usumacinta group. Residents have managed to rescue some of these primates, including five that were urgently taken to a veterinarian who fought to save their lives. "They arrived in … [Read more...] about It’s so hot in Mexico that howler monkeys are falling dead from the trees
Veterinarian Explains What Pets Want Before They Pass & It’s Devastating
Losing a pet can be as devastating as the grief you experience losing any family member, and some people make the difficult choice to not be in the room when it comes time to say goodbye to their pet. One veterinarian says that even though it can be tragically heartbreaking to stay with our pets during euthanasia, it's what our pets want more than anything. WECB.FM … [Read more...] about Veterinarian Explains What Pets Want Before They Pass & It’s Devastating
The Tuna Crabs Are Coming And It’s Not Good News
This is not the first time these creatures have been swept up and washed ashore. Large congregations of animals can be positive or negative. Large groups of whales seen for the first time may represent an important conservation milestone, while the upcoming cicadapocaplypse might not be everyone's idea of a good time. Underneath the waves off the coast of California, … [Read more...] about The Tuna Crabs Are Coming And It’s Not Good News