Meet the "three-eyed" Pacific lamprey, a creature that defies time itself. In the depths of Earth's waterways, a peculiar creature has been silently making its presence known for eons. It's a parasitic marvel, an eel-like entity that lacks jaws, bones, yet possesses an insatiable thirst for blood. Remarkably, this creature's lineage stretches back further than the existence … [Read more...] about This 450-Million-Year-Old Bloodsucking Fish Has Been On Earth Longer Than Trees
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Private island for sale cheaper than average price of US home
Looking for a cheap home in America? Good luck. Luckily for you, there's a private island off the coast of Nicaragua for sale that's cheaper than the average home price in the U.S. As of the second quarter of 2022, the median home price in the U.S. was $440,300, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of St Louis.For just $475,000 (£391,000) you can be the owner of … [Read more...] about Private island for sale cheaper than average price of US home
David Attenborough is so impressive he has more letters after his name than in it
It's definitely no a secret that David Attenborough has achieved a lot in his long lifetime, but if for some reason you need some convincing, you can just take a look at the amount of letters he has after his name. Presenter, animal lover, historian, icon. David Attenborough is a British institution, and at 96 years old, it's safe to say he's known by pretty much every … [Read more...] about David Attenborough is so impressive he has more letters after his name than in it
The Surprising Geography of Brazil: The Northernmost Point is Closer to Canada Than the Southernmost Point
Fun fact: the northernmost point of Brazil is actually closer to Canada than it is to the southernmost point of Brazil. This might come as a surprise to many people, as Brazil is often associated with tropical beaches and warm weather, but the country actually extends quite far north and south. The northernmost point of Brazil is called Monte Caburaí, and it is located in … [Read more...] about The Surprising Geography of Brazil: The Northernmost Point is Closer to Canada Than the Southernmost Point
World’s Loneliest Orca Dies After More Than 40 Years In Captivity
Animal rights activists and concerned citizens around the world are mourning the loss of Kiska, the last surviving orca at Marineland in Niagara Falls, Canada. The 46-year-old orca passed away recently after spending her entire life in captivity at the park, where she faced decades of confinement in a small tank. Kiska was taken from her family in Iceland in 1979 at a young … [Read more...] about World’s Loneliest Orca Dies After More Than 40 Years In Captivity