1,000,000 Mosquitoes Caught in a Scientific Endeavor What would it look like to be surrounded by a million mosquitoes? The answer might make your skin crawl, and thanks to researchers in Florida, we now have a visual insight into this overwhelming scenario. Erik Jackson, the deputy director of Lee County Mosquito Control, explained that mosquito collection is a routine … [Read more...] about Here’s what 1 million mosquitoes looks like
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Skyscrapers Existed in the Middle Ages: The Italian City of Bologna Was Like Manhattan Back Then
When we think of skyscrapers, we often envision the modern steel and glass giants that dominate the skylines of our bustling cities today. But did you know that back in AD 1200, the Italian city of Bologna boasted around 180 towers that we would consider skyscrapers today? The tallest among them, standing at an impressive 320 feet (97 meters), still graces the … [Read more...] about Skyscrapers Existed in the Middle Ages: The Italian City of Bologna Was Like Manhattan Back Then
Inbred puppy looks like a “gremlin” and struggles to survive — animal rescue saves her life
When you get a dog, it’s important to do your research and know you’re getting them from an ethical place. There are many “backyard breeders” who unethically try to “design” dogs in ways that leave them with life-threatening abnormalities. That was the case for one poor “gremlin” dog, who was left with a number of physical deformities and health problems and was almost put … [Read more...] about Inbred puppy looks like a “gremlin” and struggles to survive — animal rescue saves her life
The Enigmatic Stygian Owl: Eyes That Glow Like Burning Embers
In the world of nocturnal avian creatures, few are as mysterious and captivating as the stygian owl (Asio stygius). This enigmatic species, native to certain regions of Central and South America, possesses a unique feature that sets it apart from its feathered counterparts: eyes that seem to harbor a fiery secret. The stygian owl's most distinguishing characteristic is … [Read more...] about The Enigmatic Stygian Owl: Eyes That Glow Like Burning Embers
This Spectacular Atmospheric Phenomena Looks Like Something Straight Out of a Video Game
Have you ever gazed up at the sky and been captivated by the sight of long streaks of light, as though they were marking the location of legendary items or mystery boxes? These awe-inspiring beams, reminiscent of a scene from a video game, are not the result of fictional forces at play. Instead, they are born of a rare and fascinating natural occurrence that continues to … [Read more...] about This Spectacular Atmospheric Phenomena Looks Like Something Straight Out of a Video Game