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Bricks are generally rectangular-shaped building blocks that are the most integral part of construction; the process of brick making is what determines how sturdy the structure will be in the long run.It is a type of block, which is required in masonry construction and is used to create walls, buildings, and other structures. Properly, the term brick means a block that consists of dried clay or other construction blocks chemically cured....

It was pretty clear during their first meeting that O’Hara was the dog for Bella Savannah. Savannah, who suffers from Stargardt disease and has lost much of her sight, was meeting different guide dogs, seeing which would make the best partner. She met O’Hara, a “sweet little angel,” and felt a slightly wiggly butt. She know O’Hara was the one, and they snuggled on the floor the next day and “fell in love with each other....

Certain animals in the wild are known to be top predators.Larger animals often have a larger claim on prey, while smaller predators choose to steal food from them in order to survive. The lion vs hyena debate has been going on for a long time.Hyena clans are known to be the prey of big cats, including lions. There is a lot of competition between these two species. The relationship between spotted hyenas and African lions has been studied for a long time and is also one of the major areas of interest when it comes to understanding animal behavior....

Golden Retriever on hospital bed with young girl, dog is wearing crown Credit: Courtesy Canines for Coping Few dogs are as loyal, kind, and patient as golden retrievers. They’re the quintessential family pooch who’s never met a stranger—qualities that consistently keep them on the top 5 list of most popular dog breeds in the U.S. The Golden Retriever Club of America indicates they first premiered in dog shows around 1906....

black lab in snow Credit: Faba-Photograhpy / Getty Baby, it’s cold outside! And that likely means snow, ice, and slippery surfaces are coming your way. Ice melt makes it possible for you to deal with those surfaces and walk safely to your car. Unfortunately, that same ice melt may cause health problems for dogs—possibly even death if you’re not careful. Learn how to choose a safer alternative. What Is Ice Melt?...

Martin Luther King Jr. was an American Baptist priest and minister who turned into the most noticeable representative and pioneer in the American social equality development from 1955 until his death in 1968.He was the child of early social equality proponent and pastor Martin Luther King Sr. King’s caring granddad, James Albert King, who had been a sharecropper near the humble local area of Stockbridge, Georgia, outside Atlanta. Like most tenant farmers, he had tried sincerely and procured close to nothing....

Jean-Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville was the one who founded the city of New Orleans in the spring of 1718.He led the French Mississippi Company, the corporation that had a significant hold of businesses in French colonies in North America and also the West Indies. A native tribe owned this land.New Orleans extended from the west, north, and east. As it reversed the river’s curve, its distinct landscape meant that it came to be known as the ‘Crescent City’ due to its shape....

For animals, camouflage is a matter of survival, but for us human beings, it has always been an intriguing concept.Animal camouflage is an extensive field of study. Different animals use different techniques to perfectly match their appearance with that of the background so as to become seemingly invisible.Camouflage coloration or changes in physical features vary from one animal to another. Based on the features that the animal uses and the purpose for which it camouflages, there are many types and techniques....

cat with garlic bulbs in background; cat cats eat garlic? Credit: esseffe / Getty / Nynke / Adobe Stock Some human foods are fine as special treats for our favorite felines. But technically, cats don’t need human food at all as their wet and dry food is formulated to meet all their nutritional needs. There are also many toxic human foods they should avoid, but can cats eat garlic? Absolutely not—here’s how to protect your kitty from the toxic veggie....

dog in wheelchair due to cerebellar hypoplasia Credit: Liukov / Getty On This Page What is Cerebellar Hypoplasia? Causes Signs Diagnosis and Treatment Care Puppies can be clumsy when they're first learning to explore the world. And while a wobbly little baby dog can be cute and heartwarming, sometimes too much clumsiness is a sign of a problem. Cerebellar hypoplasia is a brain condition in dogs that affects their ability to control their movements....

One of the most talked-about comets is the Hale Bopp Comet, first appearing in 1995.The constant brightness of the comet looked bewitching against the blue milieu that captured the hearts of millions. It remained visible to the naked eyes for more than 18 months, which is the longest record to date.The comet’s stark visibility to the naked eye is attributed to its flattering size with a 37.28 mi (60 km) wide nucleus....

We’re definitely not ready to abandon our holiday cheer just yet, so let’s bask in it for a few minutes more with some help from the dogs at the Best Friends Animal Society’s sanctuary. Each year ahead of Christmas, Best Friends fills its “Santa Sleigh”—in reality a flatbed trailer but don’t tell the pups—with hundreds of dog toys, beds, and blankets. Then on Christmas morning, the dogs at the Kanab, Utah, sanctuary get to hop inside and excitedly (or calmly in most cases) pick out their favorite present....

A dog is traditionally known to be the best companion for human beings. Dogs always greet you with enthusiasm and they are so cute and loyal that every family member loves them, especially children.American Water Spaniel is no exception. It is a good pet dog, and its origin can be traced to the United States of America. This breed was developed in the Fox and Wolf River valleys of the state of Wisconsin in the 19th century....

The archerfish is a family of surface-dwelling fish known for its ability to prey on land-living insects and other microorganisms by its ability to shoot water from its mouth. Archerfish, of the order Perciformes, are also called ‘spitting fish’ because they shoot a stream of water at an insect to knock it down into the water.Archerfish have a laterally compressed elongated body which makes them look thin in water. They generally live in schools of four to five individuals, and when they spot prey, all the fish of the school start shooting at the target....

This article is about the subfamily Cercopithecinae, and it will tell you everything you need to know about various species of Old World monkeys belonging to this diverse family, including details about their physical characteristics, behavior, diet, habitats, and breeding habits.The subfamily Cercopithecinae, of the Primates order, consists of around 71 Old World monkey species, such as baboons, macaques, and vervet monkeys. The majority of their populations and distribution is limited to the Sub-Saharan Desert, Gibraltar, and regions of Africa, and some are found in eastern parts of Asia....

Cyanoderma is a genus comprising of eight Old World babbler species, belonging to the family Timaliidae, and the order Passeriformes. These birds are native to Southeast Asia and are non-migratory in nature, like the long-tailed tit. The common names of the eight species of babblers under this genus are chestnut-winged babblers, golden babblers, buff-chested babblers, gray-hooded babblers, rufous-capped babblers, crescent-chested babblers, black-chinned babblers, and rufous-fronted babblers.Cyanoderma birds are quite small in size....

Deinodon is a genus of dinosaurs that are known to have roamed earth during the late cretaceous era. Based on the fossil remains that have been found in the Judith River Formation in present-day Montana, it is assumed by several paleontologists that these animals were not a different species and that they could be a part of two other genera of the Tyrannosauridae family - Aublysodon and Gorgosaurus.The two sexes of this possible genus have not yet been distinguished merely due to the lack of specimens, but interestingly, the fossilized teeth of the Deinodon horridus tell us that they were heterodont carnivores!...

The Tendaguru Formation (named after Tendaguru Hill) in Tanzania is no less than a depository of prehistoric life. The available fossil remains of several dinosaur species, such as the Dicraeosaurus, abound in the rocks of this hill. Dicraeosaurus fossils were first discovered in 1914 by Werner Janensch, who came up with the nomenclature and, for the first time, described these dinosaurs. Read on to learn more! Fun Dicraeosaurus Facts For Kids...

The Dinohyus genus was among the largest members of the entelodont family. These mammals were estimated to have lived during the late Oligocene age of the Paleogene period to the Miocene age to the early Neogene period about 29-15 million years ago.The Dinohyus (Daeodon) fossils were discovered in North America among the John Day Formation in Oregon and the Agate Springs quarry of Nebraska. These mammals were classified in 1878 by Edward Drinker Cope as Perissodactyls and were said to be closely related to the Menodus....

The glowlight danio (Danio choprae) is a fish species that comes from the northern Myanmar region. It is found naturally in the Irrawaddy River and, since the 2000s, these fish have become common aquarium fish. They belong to the Cyprinidae and Danio families and they closely resemble glowlight tetra fish in appearance. Despite this, they are more closely related to zebra danio fish. They can be found with a variety of saturated colors on their bodies and are more colorful than most fish in the Danio family....