Since 1967, the San Francisco Garter Snake has been listed as an endangered species, and its plight has captured the attention of conservationists and herpetology enthusiasts alike. Renowned as the most beautiful snake in the United States, this remarkable serpent is facing a precarious future, with researchers estimating that only 1,000 to 2,000 individuals remain in the … [Read more...] about The San Francisco Garter Snake: Endangered Beauty in Peril
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Magnificent Wildlife Photos From Savannah to Arctic Circle
ILLUSION How many heads do you see? Some people don’t get it, but to many it looks like this impala has two heads. It probably has to do with how the brain interprets patterns. I actually didn’t notice it myself until someone pointed it out. It is of course an impala with an oxpecker sitting on the side of its head removing ticks from its ear. The bird has sharp claws and a … [Read more...] about Magnificent Wildlife Photos From Savannah to Arctic Circle
Floating Houses of Iraq or the Mesopotamian Venice
This town of floating houses, aka the Garden of Eden, the Mesopotamian Venice, or the Ma’dan, was a wetland area in southern Iraq. The name of these floating houses was “mudhif,” and their construction usually took place in less than three days. It is also important that they were built without using any nail, glass, or wood. Even the islands on which a house stand were made of … [Read more...] about Floating Houses of Iraq or the Mesopotamian Venice
8% of men believe they can beat a lion in a fist fight, according to survey
Seriously lads? Seriously? 😂YouGov put out a survey asking men which animals they think they could beat in a fight. A whopping 72% of people think they can defeat a rat, whilst 14% of people reckon they can outbox a kangaroo (if you've seen that video, you know it might be possible tbf).But seriously, A LION? 8% of people think they can beat a lion?! 🦁 We … [Read more...] about 8% of men believe they can beat a lion in a fist fight, according to survey
This is How Young Swans Sleep: A Fascinating Glimpse into Their Resting Habits
Observing the sleeping habits of young swans can be a delightful experience. These majestic birds, known for their grace and elegance, have a unique way of resting that showcases their bond with the water and their environment. When it comes to sleeping, young swans exhibit a behavior known as "roosting." Unlike many other birds that perch on branches or nest in trees, swans … [Read more...] about This is How Young Swans Sleep: A Fascinating Glimpse into Their Resting Habits