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The Nanshiungosaurus, also known as the Nanshiungosaurus brevispinus, is a genus and type species whose remains were found near the Dapingcun village at the Nanxiong Formation, Guangdong province in China, and is known to have inhabited the present-day Asia range. It existed in the Late Cretaceous age. The Nanxiong formation consisted of siltstone and mudstone. While not a lot of information is available about the Nanshiungosaurus environment and habitat, it has been noted that it used to live in terrestrial habitats....

Nanyangosaurus is a dinosaur that was discovered in the present-day Henan Province of China. There are not many fossils discovered of this particular dinosaur, but the discovery depicted that they resembled other Hadrosaurs. Nanyangosaurus existed near the Sangping Formation of China. This is currently a part of Neixiang county of Henan. The species does not possess a fossil of a skull which made the overall process of naming them getting delayed till 2000....

Ortolan buntings are small songbirds belonging to the family Emberizidae. They are found across Europe, Africa, and Asia. They are about six in long and weigh less than an ounce. They tend to resemble their relative, the yellowhammer. However, it has a greenish or gray-colored crown which sets it apart.The ortolan bunting is a very controversial species. The reason behind this statement is the fact that it is considered a regional delicacy by French chefs....

As per the history of the Silver Fox rabbit, it was first developed by Walter B. Garland. Its parent breeds are not confirmed, but many think it is a result of breeding performed between Chequered Giants, English Silver, and the Champagne d’Argent rabbits. It is a very rare species of rabbit which is exclusive to the USA and Canada.Silver Fox rabbits belong to the class Mammalia. They are a breed of rabbits that are mainly domestic and are rarely found in the wild....

A million years ago, dinosaurs of all sizes lived on earth. Some of them were really large while some were as small as a hen. One such dinosaur from the early Cretaceous period is the Sinovenator. The Sinovenator is a very small Troodontid dinosaur, that was as small as a chicken in size. These dinosaurs are also famously called the Chinese hunter, due to their exceptional hunting skills. This Troodontidae used to live in China....

The common woodlouse, also known as a sowbug, is a species of the class Malacostraca that is surprisingly closely related to crabs and lobsters. They are oval, flat brown, grey, and reddish color animals who are the only Malacostraca animals that can live both on water and land.These animals are herbivores who only survive by eating plants and fruits. They are tiny animals, not too big, at just 0.1 to 1....

Dog is rescued form icy lake by first responders Credit: Courtesy of Wyandotte Police Department - Michigan The police and fire departments in Wyandotte, Michigan, joined forces last week to save a Labradoodle who had gotten herself stuck on a partially frozen river, and the dramatic rescue was caught on video, shared to the Wyandotte Police Department’s Facebook page. The rescue occurred Feb. 28 when Lucy, a recently adopted labradoodle, was out for a walk with her human and managed to get away and go for a little run....

dog found after missing at Vancouver Island Credit: Courtesy of Jesse Mcmaster Keno, a four-year-old husky-shepherd mix who went missing on Vancouver Island in late January is now finally back home with his owner, Jesse McMaster, of Duncan, British Columbia. The missing pooch was found after being lost for nearly two weeks near Mount Prevost, a mountain in British Columbia’s Cowichan Valley. Local reports say the dog became excited after seeing an elk, and quickly ran off....

Japanese history is as vibrant and colorful as the nation itself.From the arrival of immigrants from mainland Asia and the rule of samurai warriors to the rise and fall of emperors and isolation from the rest of the world, Japan has witnessed it all. Indeed, it is quite interesting to see what today’s ultra-modern Japan was like in its ancient days.Located in the northwest Pacific Ocean, Japan is an island nation of east Asia....

An oval is considered a convex, closed curve.You may have assumed or learned that the orbits of moons or planets are circular. However, orbits are actually elliptical to a certain degree.There are many shapes that we have learned about in school. All that we see around us is made of different shapes, from a rectangle to a circle. The oval shape has no straight edges or straight lines. The word oval is a derivation of the Latin word ‘ovum’, meaning ’egg’....

bloodhound that rescued dog Credit: Courtesy of Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office Get this dog all the chicken and pizza crusts he desires. That would be Fred, a bloodhound and K-9 officer with the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office in Tennessee. He deserves all those goodies and plenty of pets and love after he helped find a missing 6-year-old girl whose father is accused of keeping her in an unventilated, hot outbuilding....

The stomach is a muscular organ found on the upper abdomen’s left side that performs the important function of digesting food.The esophagus delivers food to the stomach. When food reaches the end of the esophagus, it passes through a muscle valve known as the lower esophageal sphincter and into the stomach.The stomach produces acid and enzymes that aid in the digestion of meals. Rugae are muscular tissue ridges that run the length of the stomach....

black kitten rescued by Ukrainian forces Credit: irnburch / Adobe Stock If you’ve been following events as they unfold in Ukraine, then you’re undoubtedly familiar with Snake Island. In February, during the early days of the invasion, Russian naval forces moved to take control of the strategic island, radioing the Ukrainian forces stationed there and requesting their immediate surrender. A request to which one Ukrainian soldier responded rather emphatically. Russia occupied the island shortly thereafter, but in the months since they have relinquished control of Snake Island back to Ukrainian forces....

Black cat playing in the snow Credit: A.J. CASSAIGNE / Getty This adorable cat and dog duo proves the holiday season can bring together pets of all shapes and sizes. Humor and Animals tweeted a heartwarming clip of a gorgeous golden retriever taking a stylish, sweater-wearing cat friend for a snowy day sleigh ride. The playful pooch seems thrilled to be leading the way with a wagging tail, while the curious cat looks out peacefully into the winter wonderland....

Today’s technologies are based on the works of Nikola Tesla, a well-renowned scientist for his contributions to the alternating current (AC) and design of energy transmission systems.Electric power is one of the essential inventions of all time. While today this electrical power is utilized all over the globe, we cannot imagine life without it.Electricity is required in our home to run all machinery, entertainment tools, medical devices, and almost all technology today....

Did you know that since the fibers of kapok trees (Ceiba pentandra) are short and fragile for weaving, they are used for filling mattresses, life jackets, pillows, and various toys?It is believed that some kapok trees live for as long as 300 years, making them one of the longest living trees in the plant kingdom. Kapok trees are common trees cultivated in Western countries like Central America, Mexico, South America, and some areas in West Africa....

Located in eastern Europe, bordering parts of Russia, Ukraine covers an area of 233,062 sq. mi (603,628 sq. km).The history related to Ukraine is undoubtedly quite fascinating. Interestingly, during the Soviet era, Ukraine was known as the Ukrainian SSR.The official language of Ukraine is the Ukrainian language, which is considered one of the Slavic languages. Several immigrants settled in the region we now know as Ukraine. Hence, Ukraine was always a melting pot of culture....

Sterling, the Trapking, holding his award for the 2021 Cat Advocate of the Year Award standing in front of his truck Credit: Courtesy of ASPCA He’s known online as the “Original TrapKing”—as well as #purrackobama! Rapper and full-time cat advocate Sterling Davis delivers a one-two punch of humor and steadfast work ethic to bust stereotypes, expand animal welfare education, and help thousands of homeless cats. “Being a Black man in cat rescue is rare, and most people don’t know what TNR is,” Davis tells Daily Paws....

On This Page Cooked Eggs Raw Eggs Are Eggs Good for Cats? How to Cook Eggs For Cats Cats are meat eaters, so adding protein-rich eggs to their diet is a no-brainer, right? While your kitty may eye your morning breakfast, the question of whether you should share a bite or start making omelets for your cat is a bit complicated. Here are a few factors to consider: Are there any nutritional benefits to feeding cats eggs?...

Beans have a great amount of vitamin K, which improves the health of joints.Myanmar, Southeast Asia, was the largest dried beans producer in 2016. The largest producer of green beans in the world is China.A bean is nothing but a seed that is a part of one among many flowering plant genera within the Fabaceae family. Beans are used as food. There are several different ways to cook beans, like baking, frying, and boiling, and they are also used in several traditional cuisines worldwide....