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close up of a newborn lemur's face Credit: GlobalP / Getty New triplet babies at United States zoos aren’t out of the ordinary, but this set at Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo was 16 years in the making. The zoo is celebrating the arrival of three red ruffed lemur babies who were born on March 29, the zoo announced Thursday. The three babies, the first to be born at the zoo since the mid-2000s, are spending private time with their mom, 4-year-old Sally, where they can bond before they make their public debuts....

Off-leash dog parks look like paradises for pups. They get to race around, make dog buddies, and burn off energy. Not to mention, pet parents get a chance to chat with other dog lovers, too. But without the proper precautions, dogs can get injuries or catch illnesses at dog parks—a downside that many pet parents aren’t aware of, Natalie Marks, DVM, co-founder of Top Vets Talk Pets and veterinarian at VCA Blum Animal Hospital in Chicago, says....

Wind vanes are found in the form of an arrow design and help to predict the wind direction.Wind vanes are usually placed in large airports. They work as devices that help determine the direction of the wind.The wind vanes are large weathervanes located in different locations. The wind vane helps to determine the direction of the wind present when the wind blows whether it be north, south, east, or west. A wind vane is a kind of instrument used to show wind direction....

Luther, the cat, posing with a glass of brew Credit: Courtesy of Justin Verburg We’ve all had that one former coworker who’s moved on but still manages to hang out plenty at their old workplace. At Windmill Brewing in Dyer, Ind., that would be Luther the cat. The white-and-striped cat was originally hired on as the brewery’s mouser, but upon realizing there were sunbeams and treats available in the taproom, the rescue cat decided to retire to the easy life—and a little social media fame....

Great Britain legislation deciphered the telegram and German foreign minister Arthur Zimmermann’s public announcement fired up the Americans.In 1917, Americans got to know about the cohesion between Germany and Mexico regarding the declaration of war. A few months back, a telegram by German foreign minister Arthur Zimmermann had been deciphered by British administration with an offer where Mexico could retain governance over the southwestern states in Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona....

small girl giving dog food from her fork under the table at thanksgiving Credit: Terry Vine / Getty Aah, Thanksgiving. For us humans, it’s an excuse to dress up (just to hang out in our living rooms) and gorge ourselves on turkey, sides, and every kind of pie. For our pets, it’s the day of yummy smells and added family members around to give extra ear scratches. Sounds like a win-win scenario!...

Galileo Galilei was able to work under the blessing of the Church for a long time.In his early 70s, Galileo Galilei lost his eyesight completely. Currently, it is believed that the cause of blindness was either chronic glaucoma or a complicated cataract.Galileo Galilei’s full name was Galileo di Vincenzo Bonaiuti de’ Galilei and was from Pisa, Italy. Galileo was born on February 15, 1564, the first child of Vincenzo Galilei, a music theorist, lutenist, and composer, and Guilia Ammannati....

family taking a selfie with dog for a christmas card Credit: svetikd / Getty Nothing says it’s the holiday season quite like posing in red and green and snapping a thousand pictures all for one good Christmas card photo to send to family and friends (doesn’t it always go like that? We take 392 photos and only like about two of them). It can be even more of a challenge when you throw your pet into the mix—dressing them up, keeping them calm, and crossing your fingers that you’ll be able to get them to look at the camera....

Puppies and babies are among the most aww-inducing things in this world. But put them together? Well, you’re in for a cuteness overload. Just ask Dayna Renee Sauble, a TikToker and actress who posted a viral video of her dog meeting her newborn daughter for the first time. The video, first posted on Aug. 27, starts with a shot of Symphony, Sauble’s very sweet border collie, who shows off major puppy dog eyes as she sniffs a baby blanket in Sauble’s hands....

The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin is an 18th-century monument that was built by King Frederick William II of Prussia.Brandenburg Gate is one of the most famous monuments in German history. The gate was built during the Batavian Revolution.But why was the gate built? What legend does it portray? Continue reading this article to learn about the colorful history of the Brandenburg Gate.The History Of The Brandenburg GateThe Brandenburg Gate is a well-known symbol across Europe....

Guinea pigs are small rabbit-like animals that are extremely cute and cuddly.Guinea pigs are herbivorous in nature and spend their time mostly eating hay. And if not hay then vegetables.But sometimes they don’t get enough nutrients from hay and vegetables. And at that time, fruits need to come to the rescue. Fruits like mangoes are guinea pigs’ all-time favorites.Fruits that are rich in vitamins can be given to guinea pigs as some compliment minding the serving size....

cat scratching and biting woman's hand Credit: isavira / Adobe Stock On This Page What Is Cat Scratch Fever? Causes Symptoms Is Cat Scratch Fever Contagious? Treatment Can Cat Scratch Fever Go Away on Its Own? Prevention Cat scratch fever is a bacterial infection that humans can get when a seemingly healthy kitty scratches or bites them (or licks an open wound). The condition is pretty rare in humans with only about 12,000 people being diagnosed with cat scratch fever each year—compared to 40 percent of cats that carry, or have carried, the bacteria....

We know for certain that anything we want to do, our dogs are eager to join us! Summertime fun allows playful pups to enjoy any number of outdoor activities, from running and hiking to kayaking and swimming. However, this means we have to dedicate more attention to their well-being. Bonnie Bragdon, DVM, MS, is co-founder and president of the Independent Veterinary Practitioners Association. “Our canine companions’ exuberant approach to life can quickly put them in harm’s way,” she says....

cheetah and yellow lab an unlikely pair Credit: MirasWonderland / Getty / Eric Isselee / Sh Being a single child can have major perks, but when you’re a cheetah cub, it can be a death sentence. So when Tavi the cheetah was born without siblings, his keepers worried his mother may kill her solo offspring, so they relocated him to Wild Wonders Animal Education Center in California. But once in his new home, the staff noticed something was a bit off with the cub....

A source of constant fascination for hunters, naturalists, and backyard wildlife watchers, this deer earned the nickname of the ‘Ghost of the Pacific’ for its skillfulness to move unseen and unheard through the thick rainforests. This popular game animal for hunting has other common names like the Columbian black-tailed deer (Odocoileus hemionus columbianus) and Blacktail deer. There is an argument among scientists on whether or not to make the mule deer a species of its own or keep it as a subspecies of the mule deer....

If you want to read about a small but energetic canine breed, then you would love to read about the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. This specific breed was very famous with royalty, especially in the sixteenth century when it found its biggest patron in King Charles II. It is allegedly rumored that King Charles II would take at least two of these canines with him wherever he would go, and he is the one who lends his name to the breed....

The chowchilla is a bird endemic to the continent of Australia. More specifically in Australia, it is found in the tropical rainforests in the northeastern parts of the state of Queensland. The chowchilla has been named for the ‘chow-chilla’ whistler-like calls it makes. It is seen both in the upland and lowland parts of the forest. A chowchilla is mostly a ground-dwelling bird seen living among leaf litter. Chowchilla birds are seen either in pairs during the breeding and mating period or with small groups of two to five birds for the rest of the year....

The common tern is an attractive and fascinating bird of the wild. They are among the birds whose behavior will make you appreciate nature and its wonders. This bird is capable of filtering out most of the salt from seawater for all its drinking needs, and it can do all that while flying.The common tern is a medium-sized bird that can be found around around open oceans, beaches, and big lakes....

In this article, we will learn about dace fish who are a group of freshwater species. The name ‘dace’ is used to identify a number of different species of small freshwater fishes. They belong to the family of Cyprinidae and are related to minnow and carp fish. Owing to its large number of varied species, the dace’s distribution in the world is extensive and it can be found throughout Europe, Asia, and some parts of North America....

Sharks are a member of the elasmobranch fish species. Current sharks are characterized inside the clade Selachimorpha (or Selachii). They range in size from the little midget dwarf lanternshark to the biggest fish on the planet, the whale shark. One of the most popular shark species is the dwarflantern shark (Etmopterus perryi). The predominant dwarf lanternshark can be recognized by its little size at the development along with its leveled head and dark ventral markings and a mid-dorsal fin line....