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The medieval era or middle ages is marked by various prominent wars fought and waged.Some wars were won while others were lost, but these wars significantly helped determine the fates of many powerful kingdoms of that time. One of the things that determined the success of winning these wars was the massive military weapons used on the battlefield.One such lethal ancient war engine used by ancient Greeks was the ballista. Ballista was a siege warfare weapon that looked like a giant crossbow but was powerful enough to launch a missile across a considerable distance....

Did you know that beryllium is a chemical element with the symbol ‘Be’?This steel gray metal is very rare on Earth, but it does have some interesting properties.Beryllium is a rare element found naturally in rocks, coal dust, soils, and plants. It is an alkaline earth metal that does not exist in its pure form, but in compounds with other elements. Hence, it is impossible to find pure beryllium on Earth....

Yes, rabbits can eat a watermelon rind after you have removed the red part, as it has less sugar and more fiber.Watermelons are sweet, juicy fruits to eat in summer. Did you know that watermelon is actually a berry? Watermelons are fruits that do not have stones but skin and flesh with seeds.Along with being berries, they are a type of special berry called a pepo. It is interesting that rabbits actually love berries, but it is important to remove seeds as they are toxic for rabbits....

black cat lays down Credit: Lindsy Metz A cat is back home with his mom almost two years after a wildfire separated them and destroyed their California home. The Camp Fire began in November 2018 and was the state’s “deadliest and most destructive fire” in the state’s history. It ignited in Butte County, where Lindsy Metz lived with her family in the community of Magalia. When the fire came, she only had 30 minutes to evacuate, she tells news station KRCR....

Adelolophus was a species of Lambeosaurine dinosaur that was alive during the Late Cretaceous period. Remains of these hadrosaurs have been found in the Wahweap Formation in the United States. Fun Adelolophus Facts For Kids What did they prey on? Unknown What did they eat? Herbivore Average litter size? Unknown How much did they weigh? 6834 lb (3099.8 kg) How long were they? 27 ft (8.2 m) How tall were they?...

African wild dogs are canines native to sub-Saharan Africa. The scientific name given to them is Lycaon pictus. The natural habitat of their population is in South and East Africa. African wild dog habitat is very challenging, full of predators like lions and hyenas. Wild dogs are known for their amazing strength and speed by which they can prey on and cover long distances with ease. They can cover a range of 500 sq....

Have you ever seen dogs that look like snow teddies? It is none other than the Akita dog. It is a large breed of Spitz-type dog and the name ‘Akita’ means ‘a rice field.’ It is an excellent watchdog and a loyal companion. It is one of the most intelligent dog breeds. Make sure not to leave your Akita dog alone for a long time as this breed does not like being apart and gets bored easily....

What type of animal is a freshwater angelfish? The freshwater angelfish is a type of angelfish. Fun Freshwater Angelfish Facts For Kids What do they prey on? Smaller fish, crustaceans, worms, larvae What do they eat? Omnivore Average litter size? 200-400 How much do they weigh? Up to 2 lb (0.9 kg) How long are they? Up to 8 in (20.32 cm) How tall are they? 2 in (5 cm)...

What type of animal is a maroon oriole? Oriole (Oriolus traillii) maroon are song birds. Fun Maroon Oriole Facts For Kids What do they prey on? Wild figs, berries, insects, nectar What do they eat? Omnivore Average litter size? 2-3 eggs How much do they weigh? 2.7-2.8 oz (78-81 g) How long are they? 6 in (15 cm) wingspan How tall are they? 10-11 in (25-28) cm What do they look like?...

A natterjack toad is one of the rarest amphibians in British wildlife. These natterjacks are mostly kept under amphibian and reptile conservation as their population is declining. The Surrey and Hampshire reptile rescue are one of the organizations doing this. These natterjack toads are now found in selected parts of England and Scotland. They are also found in small numbers at some sites in south-west Ireland, sand dunes in East Anglia, and Solway Firth....

The Northern short-tailed shrew (Blarina brevicauda) is the biggest shrew in the species Blarina to be found in the Northern region of North America. It can often be found in different varieties of habitats like broadleaved, pine forests among shrubs, hedges, and grassy riverbanks too. These creatures are good with their sense of touch as their sense of smell is apparently to be poor compared to similar-looking animals. Their eyes are partially covered making their vision limited to the detection of light....

Bitis nasicornis snakes are known by the common name: rhinoceros viper. They are called so because of the scales that produce horns on its head. The Bitis nasicornis is also popularly known by other names too, such as the river jack, the butterfly viper, the horned puff adder, and the rhinoceros horned viper. It is a large viper snake and is the only recorded subspecies of the family Viperidae. The Bitis nasicornis (or the rhino viper) is a native snake of the vast African tropical forest habitat and is found mainly in central and western parts of the continent....

There are a total of 200 species of squirrels 62 out of which are species of ground squirrels. Most species of squirrels reside in trees however, ground squirrels reside on the ground. Ground squirrels, Spermophilus richardsonii, have a less bushy tail as compared to other species of squirrels. This article will take a look at some fun and interesting facts about Richardson’s ground squirrels. Richardson’s ground squirrels range from temperate to terrestrial regions....

Sea Squirts, commonly known as Ascidiacea, Ascidians, Tunicates, are marine species. Sea Squirts are sessile animals. They are primarily found in potato shape, or tubular shape spotted resting on the hard surface like rocks and shells. Although petite, it has digestion, reproduction, circulation, and a nervous system. The Sea Squirt is an invertebrate marine animal lacking a vertebral column or backbone. They have a tough outer layer made of Polysaccharides or Polycarbohydrates (usually found in food) known as ‘Tunic,’ and hence it got its name as Tunicates....

The northern snakehead fish is a species of large carnivorous freshwater fish found to inhabit muddy aquatic substrates such as streams and rivers. It is native to parts of China, Siberia, Russia, North, and South Korea and is considered to be a food source for the people who inhabit its natural range. The fish is not native to the U.S. The northern snakehead fish has been introduced to natural bodies of water such as ponds, streams, lakes, and rivers in North America by aquarium hobbyists or by accident....

Tessellated darters are small fishes growing up to 4.3 in (11 cm), native to Canada and North America. Their distribution ranges from Ontario and St. Lawrence River up to Florida. Being carnivorous eaters, they search for small crustaceans and insects as prey. They have an elongated slender body with dark brown zigzag markings on their sandy-yellow to olive-brown bodies. The dorsal fins are big and have alternating dark brown and pale white pigments....

Wilson’s phalarope (Phalaropus tricolor) was first discovered by Louis Jean Pierre Vieillot in 1819. This bird belongs to the order Charadriiformes and Scolopacidae family. These are North American birds who migrate to South America. The Mono Lake in California and the Great Salt Lake are hotspot places for this species of birds. These phalaropes have needle-shaped bills. These birds have the ability to receive information about their habitats through smell. Wilson’s phalaropes are polygamous species of birds where one female can mate with more than one male, and one male can mate with more than one female....

mama cat with newborn kitten Credit: 1001slide / Getty Knowing how old your kitten is can be important if you want to be sure you are providing your pet with age-appropriate care and nutrients. According to Carlene Strandell, Director and Founder of Smitten with Kittens, a non-profit, foster-based kitten rescue that operates in Tallahassee, Fla., you can tell the age of a kitten by looking at his eyes, ears, teeth, weight, and how he moves....

boxer looking up at camera with heavy breathing Credit: Lyubov Timofeyeva / Shutterstock On This Page What Is Labored Breathing in Dogs? Causes Signs Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Prevention Breathing is one of those essential life functions we take for granted, rarely paying attention to it until something goes wrong. If you're noticing that your pet is having difficulty breathing, don't watch and wait. Contact a veterinary professional immediately. Labored breathing in dogs is a common cause of trips to the emergency room for our pups....

Do you know what a giant luna moth goes through during its life cycle?There are four stages of a luna moth’s lifecycle: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. At the larva stage, they are also known as caterpillars or instars.The luna moth belongs to the giant moth family Saturniidae, and its name comes from luna- meaning moon. They are also called the American moon moth. This name is derivative of their nocturnal nature, as their wings can be seen shining in the light of the moon....