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The Styxosaurus was a Plesiosaurus that belonged to the Elasmosauridae family. It lived during the late Cretaceous period in the Campanian stage, about 85-70 million years ago. The first type specimen (Styxosaurus browni) was located in Logan County in Hell Creek in Kansas. Another Styxosaurus skeletal specimen (Styxosaurus browni) was also discovered and unearthed in the United States, but in Iona, South Dakota. The Styxosaurus was a marine dinosaur, and it lived in oceans, seas, and coastal waters around what is today the North American continent....

Do you find elephants extremely cute? One of the smallest Asian elephants in the world is the Sumatran elephant. These elephants are native to the Sumatran Island of Indonesia. Sumatran elephants like to live in the broadleaf moist tropical forests of the Sumatra Island and feed on berries, young leaves, and fruits. Sumatran elephants look a tad different when compared to other elephant species, as they have brighter skin with little to no pigmentation....

The Xuwulong belong to the Hadrosaurs family, known as the duck-billed dinosaurs, because of their flat duckbill appearances of the bones in their snouts. Xuwulong lived in the mid-Cretaceous between the Aptian and Albian periods about more than 120 million years ago in the Jiuquan area of Gansu province in northwestern China. As per holotype GSGM F00001, it’s a flexible joint specimen that includes a complete skull axial skeleton along the left pelvic girdle from the Xinminpu Group....

The Zhuchengtyrannus genus of the Tyrannosauridae family from Late Cretaceous China contains a single species, Zhuchengtyrannus magnus. The literal meaning of the name ‘Zhuchengtyrannus’ is a combination of the type locality and the word ’tyrant’, and simply translates to ’tyrant from Zhucheng’, whereas, the term ‘magnus’ is a reflection of its great size.Fossil remains (dating approximately 73.5 million years ago) discovered exclusively in Zhucheng (Shandong province) of China suggest that the massive tyrant inhabited the terrestrial floodplains and is easily one of the largest Asian species of dinosaur....

It’s hard to explain, but sometimes the pets who are the most different (like this cat and guinea pig combo) can become the best of friends. Here’s an odd-ball couple that’s no exception. Meet Norm, a colossal cane corso, and his beloved foster kitten, Sonic. Last month, Norm’s TikTok account, norm_the_househippo, shared a video of 130-pound Norm “falling in love” with his 1/2-pound foster kitten. Fans, and that includes us, loved it....

Have you ever seen a hummingbird egg?How big do you think they are? The eggs of the stunning hummingbird species are as tiny as a small-sized jelly bean.Hummingbirds are a joy to spot in the garden. Many of you might have seen the hummingbird expertly feeding on the nectar of flowers with its slim beak. But have you seen a hummingbird nest? Because the nests are so tiny and effectively camouflaged, you may miss them....

Some bugs every cat owner knows, like fleas and ticks. They’re common parasites, and many over-the-counter preventives take care of them. But what happens when less visible bugs start making your cat restless, constantly scratching itches, and eventually losing hair? It’s usually dogs that wind up with mange, but it can show up in cats as well, caused by different bugs that need different medical treatment. Find out how these annoying mites and other pests start causing problems for your feline housemate and whether you can fight them at home or need the guidance of a veterinarian....

puppy watching stingrays Credit: Courtesy of Sea Life The SEA LIFE Aquarium at the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minn., had some unusual guests last week. Two litters of adorable rescue puppies roamed the aquarium, which houses over 10,000 sea creatures. The pups pawed at the glass in the underwater tunnel, visited the themed tanks to view marine life attractions, and stopped along the way to pose for plenty of photos....

tan labrador retriever puppy plays tug of war with patterned towel Credit: SolStock / Getty Images These days, we have seemingly endless options when it comes to enrichment and entertainment for our dogs. Puzzle toys, KONGs, slow feeders, and lick mats top the list, and you really can’t go wrong with any of them. But they do cost money. Maybe not much, but it’s more than the old bath towel you never use anymore....

You may have observed this strange phenomenon in your home, and wondered why the lights are flickering.Though unusual, it certainly does raise concern due to the delicate nature of a home’s electrical system. So when is the flickering normal, and when should it be considered a dangerous occurrence?There are a number of factors that can cause lights to flicker, some of them being quite harmless, and others bringing up the cause for concern....

dog looking up at camera; why does my dog smell like fish? Credit: Photographer Nick Measures / Getty Cuddling with a dog is one of life’s great joys … but not when your pup reeks. Canines can have a lot of stinky odors like gas, poop, and the notorious wet-dog smell. But perhaps one of the worst is when your dog smells fishy. “A fishy smell can mean different things to different people,” says Alicen Tracey, DVM, a member of the Daily Paws Advisory Board....

Just when we thought the Internet couldn’t possibly get any more adorable, this unlikely animal friendship made its way onto our feeds and immediately stole our hearts—and they’re about to steal yours! We’ve seen our fair share of cute animal duos, but the bond between this sweet tabby cat and his piglet pal are definitely unique. These inseparable buds come in the form of a 12-week-old kitten named Billy and his precious pal, Wilbur the pot-bellied pig....

The mysterious underwater world hosts a plethora of flora and fauna that are still unexplored by most of us.One can be a certified scuba diver or an absolute novice, but the oceanic enigma has always attracted people to delve into its abysmal depths. Plunging into seas and oceans, and exploring the marine life along with the breathtaking coral reefs, is an experience in itself.The great depths do come with a lot of dangers that may push you into the unknown for good....

Armadillos are medium-sized mammals bestowed with natural armor and large claws.Armadillo is derived from a Spanish word, which means little armored one, referring to the bony plates covering their back, head, legs, and tail. The little armadillos belong to the order Cingulata and are native to Central and South America.The barrel-shaped armadillos have an oval-shaped body with a greyish-brown tinge, with an armor shell (carapace) with 7-11 unique band-shaped breaks in the middle; a long head with a pointy snout, small black eyes, and a long, tapering tail....

cat near hydrangeas; are hydrangeas poisonous to cats? Credit: Helaine Weide / Getty On This Page Are Hydrangeas Safe for Cats? How Do Cats Get Hydrangea Poisoning? Symptoms and Treatment How to Prevent Hydrangea Poisoning Whether you have an adventure cat who roams the wilds of your backyard or a curious kitty on the countertop, not every plant is for feline consumption. While there are many plants safe for cats, numerous others are not....

Radishes contain a lot of vitamins and minerals that benefit humans and are completely safe for us to eat too, but it is important to know everything about the vegetable if you want to feed it to your guinea pigs.When looking into trying out a new type of food to give to your guinea pig to eat, it is important to know all the benefits and risks as well as the nutritional facts about the food item....

Objects float in water because of buoyancy that largely depends on the density of an immersed object.Density plays an important role in the floating and sinking of objects. Less-dense objects float, while objects with more density sink in the water.A bunch of bananas, usually called a hand, is the most common tropical fruit widely eaten around the world. They are rich in vitamin C and potassium, among various other nutrients. They help in digestion by adding fiber to the bulk of the food....

American dipper (Cinclus mexicanus), also known as water ouzels, are a black-gray stocky bird species native to North American regions. They sometimes have a brown-tinged head with white feathers on the eyelids. They have fairly long legs, and they bob their whole body up and down. During pauses, they feed on small fish and fish eggs at the bottom of mountain streams. These birds can swim and dive to catch food or prey....

Are you fascinated with shorebirds? If yes, then the American oystercatcher (Haematopus palliatus) is a shorebird that you should know about. American oystercatchers belong to the order Charadriiformes, family Oystercatchers, and to the genus Haematopus. These birds are primarily seen along the Atlantic Coast and can also be spotted on the Pacific coast of North America. However, these birds are also commonly seen on South American and Central American beaches and coastal areas during the bird’s migration period....

There are many different types of cobras in the world, but none is more iconic than the Arabian naja cobra. The Arabian cobra (Naja arabica) is an animal that can be found in the Middle East and North Africa, as well as throughout some parts of Asia. The Arabian cobra (Naja arabica) snake’s color variations include black with yellow stripes or a combination of gray to white spots on their body....