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Have you ever heard about a greater bamboo lemur (Prolemur simus)? A greater bamboo lemur is the largest bamboo lemur that belongs to the Lemuridae family. It is mostly identified by distinguishing white ear tufts. It is also known as broad-nosed bamboo lemur or broad-nosed bamboo lemur. Greater bamboo lemur (Prolemur simus) is very fond of the bamboo species of Cathariostachys madagascariensis and their population is mostly found living on giant bamboo trees....

Lake whitefish or Coregonus clupeaformis are among the most common and the largest whitefish populations of the Great Lakes. Found in the freshwater lakes, originally in the Great Lakes of North America and Canada, lake whitefish is a deep-bodied fish that is a significant part of commercial fisheries. Their populations are majorly associated with deep and cold shallow waters, sea beds, and inland lakes. These silvery sea creatures are covered with scales that range from olive green to light brown coloration on the sides....

The Little Bee-Eater is also known as Merops pusillus scientifically. This bird is found mostly in Africa and specifically Sub-Saharan Africa. This bee-eater eats flying insects like bees, wasps, crickets, and butterflies. The little bee-eater habitat includes open areas with bushes and trees near water sources. They tend to be on low perches to prey or hunt on flying insects as these bee-eaters do not eat insects on the ground. These bee-eaters like others have brightly colored plumage and slender bodies....

Mice (singular: mouse) are one of the most common rodents found throughout the world. They are generally seen with a small body, long tail, and a pointed snout. However, depending on the location, they can have a varied appearance. The house mouse (Mus musculus) is the most well-known member among mice. Mice are part of the Rodentia order. Under that, they are members of varied families, genera, and species.Generally, you can differentiate rats from mice based on their size....

Prothonotary warblers, scientifically known as Protonotaria citrea, are a group of small songbirds belonging to the passeriformes family. Named after their anatomical shading that resembles the golden robes of Roman Catholic church officials who advised the Pope, these tiny members of the aves class are also a sole comrade of genera protonotaria. Protonotaria citrea holds a prominent place in numerous artistry and famous works. Besides their elucidation in ‘A Sand County Almanac’ and ‘Jailbird’, the third plate in ‘The Birds of America’ by John James Audubon beholds a beautiful illustration of Protonotaria citrea....

Native to the Indo Pacific coral reefs, spotfin lionfish (Pterois antennata) is a venomous marine species of fish belonging to the family Scorpaenidae. Aggressive and carnivorous in nature, these colorful fishes are found in west Indo Pacific countries of Malaysia, Indonesia, and parts of Australia. Spotfin lionfishes prefer warm marine habitats with plenty of small fishes, shrimps, and crustaceans available. Spotfin lionfish (Pterois Antennata) are predominantly shrimp eaters. This fish prefers eating shrimps and prawns at night, so coral reefs are ideal habitats for these fish of prey....

The white tuna is also known as the albacore tuna. With a colloquial name that is justified by the color of its meat, the white albacore tuna is one of the most commercialized fish. These fish generally school together and are referred to as pelagic predators or open sea hunters. Being medium-sized fish and hunters, even though they are not at the top of the food chain in their habitat and ecosystem, they are still not at the bottom....

The origin of the almond trees can be traced back to the land of Iran.The widely cultivated seed of this tree is known as the almond, which is also very tasty. The almond tree’s fruit has two shells, an outer hull and a hard shell around the seed, which isn’t a genuine nut.Shelled and unshelled almonds both are very popular in the market. To grow the almond tree in an efficient way, it needs fertile and well-drained soil....

When Sarah became a full-time caregiver for her aging parents, she knew she wanted to adopt a dog who would bring a little extra joy into the house. She searched for months to find the perfect pup to add to their family, and says that when she first laid eyes on Journey—an adorable golden retriever, Siberian husky, and American foxhound mix—she knew she was the one. The pup was found in dire conditions and had been living on her own in the swamplands for quite some time....

The megamouth shark (Megachasma pelagios) is a type of shark that lives in the deep sea. They belong to the family Megachasmidae. These sharks were discovered in 1976 when one of them got tangled by chance in the sea anchor of United States Navy ship AFB-14, near the coast of Oahu, Hawaii. It was captured from a depth of 541 ft (165 m) under the sea. This particular specimen was about 14....

terrier puppy in girl's arm Credit: ti-ja / Getty Adopting a puppy is exciting, and bringing him home is a moment to remember. However, it is important you are prepared for his arrival. Here’s a new puppy checklist with a few things you definitely need on hand to get started on your life together. Buy or Borrow Puppy Essentials Some things you’ll need to buy, like a bed and a collar, and other items you may be able to borrow, like a crate and a baby gate....

Here’s how a baby goat teaches us all we need to know about pluck and where it takes you in life. Hector, a Nigerian Dwarf goat, is already spry and bouncing at only a few days old. When he spies some ginger kitties that kind of look like him, he doesn’t hesitate to try and be pals! After a few declarative bleats and what appears to be a kiss of approval from the orange cats’ mama, young Hector makes attempt after attempt to get his wee hooves off the floor and onto bales of wood shavings (itty-bitty goat leaps are SO cute!...

Every time Sadie hits the dog beach and is out and about, other pups and their parents fall in love with her—and why wouldn’t they? She’s a silly girl bursting with love and joy. But not everyone saw her worth, at first. Blue nose Australian shepherds are usually highly coveted. But since Sadie was born deaf and with albinism—and of no perceived value to her heartless breeder—she was dumped in the desert as a puppy....

There’s one thought that might occur to you when you’re at a dog show and learn a pup’s registered name: Is this a show dog or one of those Game of Thrones characters with a crazy long title? They could be both for all we know, but these dogs basically live with two names. One is the shorter, normal name they’ll go by in everyday life—like Buddy or something—while the other is the registered name....

English language facts are enjoyed by all learners interested in learning more English words than what is present in the Merriam-Webster Dictionary.The language of English is said to be the universal language, holding importance on many international levels. The word ‘English’ is actually derived from an old Germanic language (angels were part of three Germanic tribes who invaded Britain in the fifth century AD).The language is also named after Anglia (a peninsula situated in the Baltic Sea)....

Fiji is a precious gift of an island nation that is located in the South Pacific Ocean with coral reefs and lush forests and is also known as soft coral capital.Activities like fire walking on hot stones, craft pottery, cultural shows, and the elegance of beautiful beaches are the precise reason to be aware of all the Fiji facts. Fiji’s economy is a hybrid one, with a mix of individual freedom and centralized economic planning and government regulation....

Billy Graham is popularly known as the Christian superstar in the Christian Community in the United States.Here are some interesting Billy Graham facts that will blow your mind. Let us find out more about the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and its role in the spread of Christianity.Graham breathed his last in February 2018. He supported the Christian community and preached for its spread among the people. He was a spiritual guide to many famous people and political personalities....

The Himalayas mountain range spans across a distance of 1,550 mi (2,495 km) bordering five countries, China, Nepal, India, Pakistan, and Bhutan.The tallest peak of the Himalayan region, Mount Everest, lies in Nepal and is also the world’s highest peak with a height of 29,032 ft (8,849 m). In 1953, this mountain was climbed for the first time ever by humans, and it was Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay who achieved this feat, ever since then it has become a passion for a huge number of people to scale this mountain....

Zambezi River is one of the longest rivers situated in the continent of Africa.The river is also known by its other names, which include Zambesi and Zambese. Vasco da Gama was the first European to have found the river in 1498 during his travels.Zambezi River gets its name from the people who lived in the north by a great lake. It is also believed that the river is protected by the Nyami Nyami, God of the Zambezi River Valley, as well as its guardian....

The national flag of Guatemala is known as ‘Pabellón Nacional’ meaning national flag and also ‘Azul y Blanco’.Due to the shared ancestry of those nations, the Guatemalan flag shows significant similarity to several other Central American flags, but it also contains certain aspects that distinguish it as a particularly Guatemalan design.The design has been in existence for almost a century; however, it is neither the first or first flag allowed as a national emblem in Guatemala, nor is it the sole flag in use now....