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Flightless birds are some of the most interesting animals that we can find in our world. These large birds remind us of prehistoric ancestors like the dinosaurs. One such bird is the northern cassowary that is endemic to the islands of Papua New Guinea. This bird is also known as the single wattled cassowary because of the presence of a single wattle. The body of this large bird is covered in shiny black feathers, but the exposed skin of its neck is yellow or orange, while its head is blue....

Planicoxa is a genus of advanced iguanodontian dinosaurs from the initial Cretaceous period of North America, according to the partial bones of several individual specimens that can be found in museums around the world. Their remains were found by DiCroce and Carpenter in eastern Utah in 2001, revealing that they belonged to the type species of Planicoxa venenica. The cedar formation in Grand County, where the fossils of the Planicoxa were discovered, created a smooth and linear surface of ilium produced by the horizontal folding of the posterior acetabulum process....

Popularly known as the Polski Owczarek Nizinny or PONs in short, the Polish lowland sheepdogs are believed to have been bred by the Huns to aid them in herding sheep. The dog breed was a result of interbreeding between the Hungarian sheepdog and Tibetan terrier. As the name reveals, the breed originated on the lowlands of Poland and was entrusted with the responsibility of guarding and herding sheep. The breed was not only adept at herding sheep but they also excelled as a working dog....

The Przewalski horse is the only truly wild horse seen in the world. These horses are native to Mongolia and have a very distinct look. Even though they are in the same family as other horses, they appear shorter when compared to domestic horses. These horses are known to live in a herd and display complex social behaviors.These horses were once completely extinct in the wild. However, breeding programs conducted with 12 Przewalski’s horses slowly increased their population....

The red crossbill (Loxia curvirostra), belonging to the family of Fringillidae, is an exclusive species of birds common to many places across America, Europe, and Asia. These birds are famously regarded as common crossbills in European countries while North America hails them as red crossbills. The distinguishing feature of red crossbills is that they possess crossed bills that aid them in feeding on conifer seeds.North American red crossbills are very sociable and they move in flocks....

The rubber boa, or popularly known as northern rubber boa, is a species of snake belonging to North America. They are some of the nonvenomous species of snakes found in the world. Also, they are the smallest one among the boa snakes family. The boa got the name rubber boa due to their skin which is loose and full of wrinkles, also consisting of small scales that are smooth and shiny, giving them a rubber-like look....

One of the best successors to the legendary Olde English Bulldogs has to be the Victorian Bulldog breed. They are considered one of the best breeds to have around. They are not only friendlier than other dogs but also are taller than the rest. They can make great pets around the house, and are well-loved by all they meet. They are also very intelligent animals, so once you make friends with them, and start to train them, they will understand and learn quickly, and retain commands long after you have taught them....

Mice have always fascinated humankind, mainly because of their intelligence. Scientists have also found out that human beings and mice share 97.5% of working DNA. Hence, it should be really fun to learn about different species of mice that walk the Earth. The white-footed mouse (Peromyscus leucopus) is a North American species. Its home range is different parts of Canada, the USA, and southern Mexico. In Canada, their population can range to Nova Scotia in the north....

The Xiaotingia is an extinct genus of the Late Jurassic dinosaurs that lived in China. They are known from a single type species known as Xiaotingia zhengi. The Xiaotingia is very closely related to the popular species of Archaeopteryx. Archaeopteryx and Xiaotingia are believed to have the same origin. The latter dinosaurs possibly preceded the former ones. These dinosaurs were first named by four paleontologists of China named Xu Xing, Du Kai, You Hailu, and Han fenglu....

The Eiffel Tower, also known as the ‘La Tour Eiffel’, is a world-renowned structure in France.The tower was created to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution. The tower was co-created by Gustave Eiffel, Emile Nouguier, and Maurice Koechlin.Today, the tower is seen as one of the most iconic monuments in the modern world. This landmark is recognizable throughout the world and is a great example of the architecture of the 19th century....

Happy Boston Terrier lays in grass on sunny day Credit: Purple Collar Pet Photography / Getty Lyme disease, also known as Lyme borreliosis, is caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi. The disease was named for the town of Lyme in Connecticut, where an outbreak was first described. Dogs (and humans!) can contract Lyme disease when they are bitten by a tick that is carrying the Borrelia bacterium. Ticks from the genus Ixodes, also known as deer ticks or black-legged ticks, are the usual culprits....

two men posing with the hunting dog they rescued Credit: Courtesy of Waldens Creek Volunteer Fire Department When the Waldens Creek Volunteer Fire Department received a call about a dog stuck in a pit, rescue workers had no idea just how far—literally—they’d have to go before getting to a happy ending. Over a two-hour operation, three rescuers rappelled their way into a cave surrounded by steep, unstable terrain—keeping an eye out for deadly rattlesnakes and territorial bears—to rescue Storm, a hunting hound who had slipped and plunged 35 feet to the cave floor....

Woman holds happy adult bulldog in arms at vet Credit: simonkr / Getty Have you ever taken your pet to the veterinarian and drawn a blank when trying to answer their questions or weren’t sure how to prepare for your first-ever visit with your new pet? It’s OK—we’ve all been there. Appointments at the vet’s office are sometimes stressful or overwhelming to pets and humans alike, and preparing for the visit can improve the quality of experience for you and your animal....

Toad is a popular name given to various frogs, particularly those belonging to the Bufonidae family.Toads and frogs belong to the amphibian class. Toads differ from frogs and have different distinguishing characteristics.Are you wondering how you can distinguish between toads and frogs? According to a few studies, most toads live on land (but near water). Toads do not have teeth, although frogs do. A bidder’s organ is a rudimentary ovary found in both male and female toads....

cat with vet; what happens at your cat's annual visit? Credit: Chalirmpoj Pimpisarn / Getty On This Page Why Cats Need Annual Checkups What to Bring What a Vet Checks Other Procedures Cost An annual wellness exam is a checkup for a healthy cat, and it's an important part of keeping your cat healthy. When your vet does a wellness exam, it might just look like a simple once-over, but there are actually some pretty important things being checked....

Human beings are social creatures who love to group together.Human beings are the most dominant animal species in the world today. Although there are other animals and species who have bigger populations than that of humans, human beings are generally considered the most intelligent and dominant species in the world.There is no specific word to describe a group of humans. When we dig up the English language, we find several words that could represent a community of humans, but none that exactly match what we are looking for....

The academic term ‘Bantu’ refers to people from West Africa who originally lived between the countries of Cameroon and Nigeria.The Bantu expansion is the term used to describe a millennia-long migration of speakers of the Proto-Bantu language group. Linguistic evidence, particularly the striking closeness of the languages spoken in sub-equatorial Africa, has been the primary source of evidence supporting Bantu expansion.In that vast territory, there are around 500 languages that have emerged from the Proto-Bantu language....

At the South African National Championships, Caster Semenya became the first human to win all 1,500m, 800m, and 400m titles.Caster Semenya won 800m and 1,500m at the 2009 African Junior Championships.Mokgadi Caster Semenya, commonly known as Caster Semenya (OIB), is a middle-distance South African runner. In the women’s 800m, she won gold at three World Championships and two Olympics. In 2009, at the world championships, she first won a gold medal and then at the Olympics of 2016, later at the World Championships, 2017....

The Great Barrier Reef is one of nature’s most astonishing creations, whether looked over from a distance or enjoyed up close.The iconic scenery of the world’s largest coral reef is located on Queensland’s east coast, Australia. The reefs treasure over a thousand different species of marine life.The magic of nature can be seen in some of its most valued creations. The Great Barrier Reef of Australia is a great example, proudly carrying the honor of being one of the world’s seven natural wonders....

cat laying under a car; what to do if your cat drinks antifreeze Credit: Tevarak / Getty Antifreeze poisoning in cats is a serious issue, and it can happen easier than you think. You accidentally lock Kitty in the garage, and she doesn’t have access to her water bowl. The spilled antifreeze from a poorly placed bottle or a broken radiator is the only liquid around for the parched cat to drink....