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The modern Thanksgiving holiday is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November every year.The first-ever Thanksgiving that was recorded in history took place in 1621. Native Americans and Pilgrims celebrated the harvest for three days.The idea behind the present-day festival is to show gratitude for all things achieved and for the people close to you. However, the very first Thanksgiving wasn’t held to show gratitude. Instead, it was a celebration and rejoicing for surviving the harsh winter months and having a successful harvest....

Atheriniformes is an order of ray-finned fishes which contains around eight families and 354 species of narrow, silvery marine and freshwater species of fishes which are identified by the presence of similar characteristics. These characteristics include two dorsal fins, pelvic fins, and a single, spiny anal fin. This species notably consists of rainbowfishes, New and Old World silversides, and blue-eyes. Most of these fish are highly sought after by aquarium enthusiasts due to their smooth, polished scales and rainbow-like appearance, adding a beautiful touch to any tank....

Are you interested in learning about unique and rare species of animals? Aye-aye (Daubentonia madagascariensis) is native to the islands of Madagascar and is known for its unique features and characteristics. Long middle fingers, large eyes, and ears along with a huge tail, distinguish them from other primates. Daubentonia madagascariensis (aye-aye) also have very interesting habitats and ways of reproduction. Aye-ayes have a very interesting diet and way of finding food....

The Edible Frog or Rana esculenta is a frog commonly found in Europe that is used for food, mainly in France for its delicacy legs. Also known as the green frog or common water frog, the males of this species are between 6-11 cm long while the females are 5-9 cm long.The Edible Frog is a hybrid of the Marsh Frog (Pelophylax ridibundus) and the Pool Frog (Pelophylax lessonae) and this is why its scientific name has ‘kl....

Many crossbreeds are purely bred for their looks but Gerberian Shepsky is a mix of two beautiful, hard-working, and loyal dogs. Gerberian Shepsky is a mixed breed designer dog that is a German Shepherd Husky mix. Handsome-looking, alert, intelligent and athletic, Gerberian Shepskys have beautiful blue eyes that they inherited from their Siberian Husky parent. The medium to large-sized German Shepherd Husky mix has inherited the best quality from both the large dog breeds and is energetic, affectionate, and loyal....

Have you ever come across a name called greater scaup duck? Of course, you have. Greater scaup is a medium-sized diving duck in the bird family. These birds are among the migratory species that are different in appearance with some special features. The greater scaup appears quite similar to the lesser scaup with the only visible difference being the slightly rounded head shape. As a result, both the greater and lesser scaup are counted together while determining the total population of the species....

There are about 250 species of damselfish and they are all small, tropical marine fish. The jewel damsel (Microspathodon chrysurus) is one fish among the same family. It is endemic to the western Atlantic Ocean and nearby regions however, it is also sometimes seen in various other regions of the world. The jewel damsel (Microspathodon chrysurus) is a fish that appears shy and innocent at first however, they tend to adjust to their environment quickly and can nip at other marine creatures....

The Koshisaurus was a monospecific genus of the Chordata phylum. This classification as a monospecific genus indicates that the Koshisaurus was the only species that existed in their genus. The basal hadrosauroid whose fossils indicated that it resided in Katsuyama located in Central Japan, was distinguished by its maxillary teeth. However, other dinosaurs found in Central Japan like Xuwulong and Altirhinus were superior and more advanced than the Koshisaurus. The Koshisaurus fossils were discovered in Japan making it the sixth species of dinosaurs found there....

The many-banded krait, Bungarus multicinctus, as its scientific name suggests is an Asian species of the banded krait, Bungarus fasciatus. These snakes have a dark blue and black or a black body and tail which is covered with around 20-30 white bands. Their head is usually oval and flat with a shiny smooth texture. Many times this smooth texture confuses the onlookers for the snakes to be slimy, which they are not....

Do you love to watch dolphins or a Hawaiian spinner? Do you like to see them come out of the water and spin around? The spinner dolphin (Stenella longirostris) is popularly known for showing its acrobatic and aerial skills in the water. It is a type of dolphin whose population is found in the tropical waters across different regions. Gray’s spinner dolphins, which is a subspecies of spinner dolphins, are known for their aerobatic skills and aerial behaviors....

Struthiosaurus is the smallest of all recognized basal genera that comprise nodosaurid dinosaurs. The name of this genera is taken from the Latin term ‘struthio’ which means ostrich, and ‘sauros’ which means lizard. It consists of three recognized species: the Struthiosaurus austriacus, Struthiosaurus transylvanicus, and Struthiosaurus languedocensis, which belong to the family Nodosauridae.The species Struthiosaurus transylvanicus was described by Nopcsa in 1915, the species Struthiosaurus languedocensis was described in 2003 by Garcia and Pereda-Suberbiola, and the species Struthiosaurus austriacus species was described by Emanuel Bunzel in 1871....

The wild boar can be quite an interesting animal to read about. The wild boar, also known as the wild pig, is a member of the pig genus Sus scrofa, and belongs to the Suidae tribe. The male pig, guinea pig, and a number of other mammals are referred to as a boar. Any wild member of the Sus family is often referred to as a wild boar or wild pig....

woman holding small shaggy dog that was rescued by using peanut butter Credit: Courtesy of Georgetown Fire Department Their hands didn’t work. Rope didn’t work. Heck, peanut butter didn’t even work. But after nearly three hours, Kentucky firefighters—with the help of donated shovels and heavy machinery—were finally able to rescue a scared, deaf dog who’d become trapped in a narrow sewer pipe. It happened April 14 in Georgetown, Ky., when little dog Gabby wandered out of her yard and fell down an open sewer line cleanout....

Midwestern Pet Foods is recalling numerous brands of its dog and cat food out of salmonella concerns, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Friday. In a news release, the FDA said the food company had issued a voluntary recall on the food with certain expiration dates that was produced at its Monmouth, Ill., production facility. The brands include CanineX, Earthborn Holistic, Venture, Unrefined, Sportmix Wholesomes, Pro Pac, Pro Pac Ultimates, Sportstrail, Sportmix, and Meridian....

woman with dog in shelter in front of cages holding dogs; more pets were euthanized in 2021 Credit: Camille Tokerud / Getty Last year saw more dogs and cats killed in United States animal shelters than in 2020—the first time in five years the number of euthanized pets has increased yearly. Best Friends Animal Society released its 2021 shelter data Tuesday, showing that about 355,000 dogs and cats were killed in American shelters....

Muddy dog in a field with tongue out Credit: Eric Raptosh Photography / Getty If only Luna had one of those talking-dog devices from Up—then she could tell us how she returned to her family’s Oklahoma home almost two days after swift floodwaters carried her away. Severe storms arrived early in the morning May 5 in Haskell, and floodwaters forced the front door open at Donald Hendrickson’s home around 1 a....

Kathryn adopted Lil Hobbs when he was about 7 years old, when he was living as a stray in the Bronx in New York. She tells Daily Paws that she immediately fell in love with the little Chihuahua-rat terrier-Pekingese—affectionately known as a “super mutt”—and it’s easy to see why. After she’d adopted the senior dog, Kathryn initially started an Instagram account just for Lil Hobbs in an effort to spare her family from a flood of dog photos....

girl with cat at dog on couch; pet holidays Credit: Lisa5201 / Getty We all love to involve our pets in major holidays like Christmas and Halloween, but there’s no reason we can’t celebrate with our pets all year long. This list of all the pet holidays throughout the year range from funny celebrations like Doggy Date Night and National Meow Like a Pirate Day to awareness-raising observations such as Pet Dental Month and Wildlife Conservation Day....

One of the leading lights of the Impressionist movement of the 19th century, Pierre Auguste Renoir, was a wildly famous French Painter.Pierre Auguste Renoir came from a humble background. His father was a simple tailor in Limoges, Haute-Vienne, and Renoir’s family moved to Paris when Pierre was young in hopes of a better future.From a young age, Pierre Auguste possessed and showed an incredible talent for the arts and singing. His talents were greatly encouraged by his teachers and family; however, he had to put his singing on hold and quit school to start working as an apprentice at a porcelain factory due to financial constraints....

latinx couple holding dog and laughing Credit: Eva Blanco / EyeEm / Getty Just about any pet parent can agree that our beloved animals are more than just pets—they’re family. And it goes without saying, it feels good to spoil our loved ones every once in a while. Whether you’re looking to pamper your fur-baby with a new collar or spa session, surprise them with tasty treats, or anything else in between, you’ll love these pet brands that celebrate diversity....