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As per science, Earth formed at almost the same time as the rest of the planets in the solar system and is the third planet from the Sun.Here are a few facts that will put you in awe of our mother Earth. There are eight planets in the solar system, namely Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune.Mercury is the swift planet, Venus is the sister planet, Mars is the red planet, Jupiter, also called the giant planet, is the largest of all planets, Saturn is the ringed planet, Uranus is the sideways planet, and Neptune is the windy planet....

cat scratch his chin in an indoor setting Credit: chendongshan / Getty There are many potentially pesky parasites roaming about that pose a threat to our beloved pets, from mites and ticks to roundworms and heartworms. But if a cat doesn’t step a toe bean outside, can indoor cats get fleas, too? They sure can, says Brian Evans, DVM at Dutch. “I’ve seen indoor-only cats who live on the 40th floor of a high rise in New York City get fleas,” Evans says....

Zambia is a land-locked country in Southern Africa, the hottest continent on this planet also known as the cradle of the human race.Lusaka is Zambia’s capital city and Lusaka is also the name of the local language. The name of Zambia has been derived from the name Zambezi River.Zambia is a landlocked country in Southern Africa with an abundant green background and forest cover. The tiny houses in the Mafinga hills and the tribes in the interior parts of Zambia are still living proof of the ancient lifestyle....

There are different species of fish that exist today.Many of the ancient fishes have adapted while some of them have become extinct. While some species live in the deep sea, others like to live in the shallow waters.Research scientists developing and searching fossil data on ancient marine life have found data indicating that the ancient species called coelacanth roamed the waters of Earth around 400 million years ago. Although the research is still being carried out, there is enough evidence suggesting the existence of coelacanth in ancient times....

There are around seven different chickadee species in the world. The black-capped chickadee, Poecile atricapillus, is one of those. These birds are known as black-capped based on the dark cap on their head. These chickadees belong to the northern parts of the United States and are commonly spotted in parks at bird feeders. Flocks of black-capped chickadees are known for many different things like their specific chickadee calls, their nest cavities, and lastly their ability to hoard food for winter....

The Doberdor’s history includes exploring the origins of its parent breeds. The Doberman Pinscher originally appeared on the scene in Germany in the 1800s. A tax collector who also worked at a local kennel developed the dog. After some time, the breed progressed from being well-known as a guard dog to being used by the military and police. The Labrador Retriever originated in Canada, where it was initially developed as a hunting and retrieving dog and is one of the most popular dogs in the United States these days....

Do you like to know about different animals and their facts? Then this article about the Florida black wolf (Canis lupus floridanus) is for you, also known as the Florida wolf or the black wolf which lived in Florida. Florida black wolves are a subspecies of red wolves as the color of the coat of the Florida black wolves is black. They were officially declared extinct in 1934 and they have not been seen in the wild since 1908 and no one has witnessed them lately as well....

The great crested grebe (Podiceps cristatus) is a species of aquatic diving birds belonging to the Podicipedidae Family. This species is definitely a beautiful one with its vibrantly shaded head and cheek plume, which these birds develop during the breeding seasons. Infamous for its elaborate mating rituals, great crested grebes (Podicipediformes order, family Podicipedidae, genus Podiceps) possess an anatomical structure designed to facilitate their diving and hunting. In contrast to most of the other members of the grebe clan, the great crested grebe (Podiceps cristatus) are comparatively more white toned, with pink bills and white plume aligning their eyes....

The Japanese squirrel (Sciurus lis) is a species of tree squirrel found exclusively in Japan. Adorably cute with large tufted ears and a bushy tail, these squirrels change their fur color according to the season and consume a diet comprising mostly of walnuts. In summer, their fur is reddish-orange, and in winter, the fur takes on a light brown or grayish look with white parts on the belly and under the chin....

Rats are not always ugly. Often, they can turn out to be quite cute too. One such rat which is prevalent in North America is the rice rat or Oryzomys. Rice rat or Oryzomys is a North American specific rodent known for its small size. They generally live in the salt swamp areas and are considered endangered in a few areas like Florida. However, the marsh rice rat, one of the variants of the rice rat, is quite common and can be found in large populations near marsh areas....

The Siberian flying squirrel (Pteromys volans) is also known as a gliding squirrel because of its great gliding techniques done by its extended skin flaps. This species is one of the 40 to 50 other species of flying squirrel breeds in the world. They do not exactly fly but they are capable of jumping and gliding flawlessly from trees with great heights. These rodents prefer to live in forests due to the abundance of tree plantations or the mix of coniferous and deciduous trees....

The Sonoran pronghorn (Antilocapra americana sonoriensis) is a pronghorn antelope desert subspecies that is found only in the Sonoran Desert and is protected under the Endangered Species Act. The Sonoran pronghorn is a biologically and genetically different subspecies of the pronghorn that is small and much lighter in color and has evolved to survive in desert environments. Males may weigh up to 130 lb (59 kg) on average, while females weigh 110 lb (50 kg) on average....

The striped polecat, or zorilla, (Ictonyx striatus) is a nocturnal animal of the family Mustelidae and phylum Chordata that are native to Africa. The name ‘zorilla’ comes from the Spanish word ‘zorro’ which means fox. Zorillas are small striped creatures that hunt for little rodents, small animals, insects, birds’ eggs, and in some cases snakes or poultry. They look very similar to skunks but are actually a member of the weasel family....

Two kittens: one grey kitten and one black and white kitten lay on DIY cat bed rack Credit: Carson Downing Every indoor cat deserves a place to play—a feline playground, if you will. And for a cat, climbing is the ultimate play-time sport. Providing your cat with a cat tree can make the difference between a bored kitty who acts out, misbehaves, and drives you batty and a content cat who is an adorable purring pleasure to have in your home....

Close up of black lab with a red collar Credit: Aurora Mendez / EyeEm / Getty A loyal Labrador retriever likely saved his owner’s life after they found themselves stranded without food in a Texas park for nearly three days in the heat and rain. Early Friday morning, however, Max’s barks were enough for searchers to find them. According to KHOU, Sherry Noppe was last seen on May 3 when she was walking Max near the 7,800-acre George Bush Park in Katy....

Biden with Major and Champ in the Oval Office Credit: Courtesy of Joe Biden / Instagram March 17 update: Major Biden is receiving training after he bit a member of the White House security team and will return to the White House at some point, President Joe Biden said Wednesday in an interview with ABC News. German shepherd Major and his brother, Champ, were relocated to the Biden home in Delaware after the incident, but Biden said it wasn’t because of the bite, which the president said didn’t even break the agent’s skin....

Dog balancing a baby chick on his nose so gently; best feel-good stories in 2022 Credit: Courtesy of von.jakoba / TikTok Not to be Debbie Downer, but 2022 was yet another rather crummy year for many of us. But amidst the continuing pandemic woes, war, climate chaos, and global civil unrest, there were loads of heartwarming animal stories to give us all a little hope. We sorted through our files this year and came up with a list of our 10 favorite stories....

woman giving food bowl to her dog; wash your dog food bowls more often Credit: fotostorm / Getty This might not sound valid coming from a crusty WFH goblin, but hear me out: We need to start washing our dogs’ food bowls more regularly. If you don’t want to listen to me—which, fair!—you should at least consider what the scientists have to say. In a study published last week, researchers at North Carolina State University found that bowl-washing regimens reduced the presence of microorganisms—like bacteria that potentially cause illnesses—in feeding bowls....

Dogs are known to be one of the sweetest animals to pet as they are faithful and are capable of becoming the best friends of humans.Therefore, it is hard to say which dog breeds are dangerous and can harm humans. It mainly depends upon how a dog is raised, treated and the conditions in which the dog is living.Generally, stray dogs that no one owns get raised on their own and still do not become dangerous....

The Battle of Fort Washington was a campaign of the American Revolution (1777-83), which was fought on November 16, 1776.During the American Revolution, the battle took place at Washington Heights, New York. Fort Washington was a fort that was controlled by American forces and was positioned at the northernmost tip and highest height of what is now the borough of Manhattan in New York City, overshadowing the Hudson River.Fort Washington was controlled by American forces and was positioned at the northernmost tip and highest height of what is now the borough of Manhattan in New York City, overlooking the Hudson River....