Do you love learning about rare, exotic fish? Then you will love learning more information about the interesting little world of the pollan fish, an Irish fish that is found in only five lakes in the entire world! The pollan fish is a popular freshwater whitefish that is native to only one country in Europe- Ireland, specifically within the five Irish lakes (Loughs) of Lough Neagh, Lower Lough Erne, Lough Ree, Lough Derg, and lower Lough Allen....
The Samoyed is a breed of dog that originated from Siberia and Russia ages ago. The origin of this breed predates the origin of modern dogs. They were a working dog breed named after the nomadic Samoyede people that bred them. These nomadic humans bred the Samoyeds to help them hunt, pull sled, and herd reindeer. Samoyeds are known for their thick white coat and happy disposition. This thick coat is an evolutionary advantage that helps them maintain proper body temperature in the harshest cold....
Dinosaurs are still a mystery despite being studied for years. It is hard to say what they looked like in real life. The major reason is the damaged fossils. Scientists had a hard time examining and inferring details about the animal based on this. Only a few undamaged fossils of species have been discovered. One such specimen that has piqued the interest of several scientists and paleontologists is the Scipionyx samniticus from the Early Cretaceous period....
Sternotherus odoratus is a tiny, dark, and shy aquatic turtle. Some common names of this creature include eastern musk turtle, stinkpot turtle, and common musk turtle. It is one of the smallest turtles in the world known for its black body, musky odor, and aggressive nature. The turtle spends most of its time underwater. It lives in various kinds of aquatic habitats but usually prefers shallow water. They belong to the reptiles and amphibians species of animal, due to their ability to stay both in water and land....
The Gaelic people, that is, the Scottish, Irish, and Manx, practiced a certain type of warfare during the premodern period, which is called Gaelic warfare.In Gaelic Ireland, before the Viking Age came in which they set up new customs and warfare, a lot of importance was placed on ritual combat and clan wars too. Ritual single combat was an especially important part of Celtic ritual warfare.Celtic history is extremely interesting. If you look at all the medieval swords and weaponry found in Ireland, the detailing and decoration on them will tell you that they are not of native manufacture, or to be precise, they are not of Gaelic origin....
cat who loves packing peanuts sticks his face out of a box full of them Credit: Courtesy of kikiandkilo / TikTok Sorry, cardboard boxes. There’s a new top-tier cat bed in town. Cat owners know these cuddly little kitties often prefer to sleep in the strangest of places, and Kiki is no exception. While Kiki loves sleeping in pretty typical cat spots—countertops, desk drawers, and backpacks are all on the list—she has one special nap spot that stands out … A pool full of packing peanuts....
When Mariah Cummings’ 3-year-old pit bull, Hannibal, was stolen in a home burglary in 2018, she wasn’t sure if she’d ever see him again. Miraculously, two-and-a-half years after he was stolen, the two reunited after a cross-country road trip. Documented on Cummings’ TikTok, the tear-filled reunion has gained over 4 million views. Cummings adopted Hannibal in 2014 when he was a puppy. From the day they met, the two were inseparable....
This cat sat on by a dog might’ve had it coming after laying in the Great Pyrenees’s bed one too many times. But whatever the cause, the video of the stubborn encounter has inspired more than a few laughs. The pets’ owner, Lindsay Curtis, caught the entire episode on camera and posted it to TikTok, where it’s notched more than 9.2 million views since it was posted Friday. The video begins with the cat, Dill, smack dab in the middle of fluffy Luna’s bed....
man plays banjo for fox Credit: Courtesy of _thornpipe_ / Instagram The COVID-19 pandemic forced this banjo player to serenade a different, foxier audience. Meet Andy Thorn, a longtime songwriter living in Colorado—his home base where he entertains for a smaller, furrier audience. Thorn and his fellow Leftover Salmon bandmates have been touring for over a decade, but once the pandemic hit, he—like many of us—suddenly found himself stuck at home....
Producing gas is one of the most natural bodily functions everyone has.Yet, it is considered embarrassing and funny at times. Let’s look at some reasons to understand why do we fart and how to avoid this discomfort.Farting (flatulence), also commonly referred to as gas, is the intestinal wind that is passed from our body. Every single person on the earth produces gas at an average human farts around 5-15 times a day!...
blue heeler rat cuddling with man Credit: Courtesy of tobythezendog / Instagram Terriers are tenacious with a capital T! And rat terriers know how to extend spunky effort to any activity. With an ancestry of more than 500 years, they were bred to keep their people safe by hunting vermin (hence the name). But when the workday is complete, these intelligent small dogs are faithful companions, yearning for adventure and fun!...
People born in February are all extremely exceptional and one-of-a-kind!February may be the shortest month of the year, but it compensates for its shortage of days by being one of the nicest months to be born in. We can celebrate Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day, and the birthdays of all the lovely individuals who came into this world during this frigid but joyful period throughout the second month of the year.February is a month that is associated with love and happiness....
woman holding homemade dog pumpkin treat with border collie looking on in background Credit: Brie Passano As the weather changes, so do our appetites. The air gets cooler, leaves get crunchier, and suddenly we’re craving all things pumpkin and apple to ring in the best season of the year. September means the return of the coveted PSL, or pumpkin spice latte, to Starbucks. Since our pups can’t indulge in the beloved coffee treat, we have to get creative and find another way to include them in the fall activities....
Fountains Abbey is the perfect place to soak up in the history of England and marvel at the breathtaking architectural wonders of the time.Located in North Yorkshire, Fountains Abbey is one of the largest and oldest Cistercian monastery ruins in England. It was founded in 1132.Although the extensive remains of the abbey are proof of its stone framework, the original church was a simple structure made of wood. Once known for its wealth, Fountains Abbey had a rather humble beginning when a group of Benedictine monks came from York searching for a peaceful monastic life....
Green apple, as the name allows us to assume, is green in color.Even though it was first cultivated in Australia in 1868, it is said that the ones that grow in South Africa tend to be sweeter than those that grow in any other part of the world. Many believe that Australian green apples were a hybrid between French Crab Apple and Rome Beauty.The apples from South Africa are usually available from summer to fall....
The King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, also known as the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, is one of the most popular dog breeds.These toy spaniels make excellent pets. A King Charles Cavalier Spaniel is an ideal companion dog for those who want peaceful company.This dog breed was created relatively recently and originated in the United Kingdom. King Charles Cavalier holds the 17th position in terms of popularity in the U.S. The dogs of this breed have beautiful silky coats, which are available in a wide variety of colors....
Cats are the second most domesticated animals in the world after dogs.Generally, they just take care of themselves and do not depend on their humans to look after their health and hygiene, except the times when they are hungry! They do meow at you constantly until you’ve given in and fed them their favorite treat.Cats are obligate carnivores, which means that they can solely eat meat based food and products only....
Most blueberries are safe for your hamster.Some blueberries are dangerous. Hamsters could die due to bloating or cardiovascular failure if they eat the wrong blueberries.What is a blueberry and what else is in it besides the berry part? Berries are aggregate fruit, meaning they grow on individual plants together. They are also high in antioxidants and nutrition because they grow on bushes instead of trees to be closer to the sun....
Have you ever wondered how do whales and dolphins breastfeed their babies in water?Breastfeeding or nursing underwater is very difficult. So whales have a unique technique to give food to their calves.Like other animals and humans, whales and dolphins also breastfeed their young ones. But nursing for marine mammals becomes very hard. Whale and dolphin mothers shoot milk into their young ones mouth.Female whales and dolphins have large mammary slits, from which the nipple emerges for feeding the calf....
Several million years ago, dinosaurs occupied the earth. People believed dinosaurs were carnivores until the discovery of the first herbivorous dinosaur in 1822. Since then, several plant-eating dinosaurs have been discovered. Abydosaurus mcintoshi is one such giant herbivorous dinosaur whose fossils were discovered by a group of students and some paleontologists in 2010 from the Dinosaur National Monument in Utah in Cedar Mountain Formation. It was first described by two paleontologists, D....
