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Termites create large colonies that penetrate deep for miles under dry ground.As a result, these pests are exceedingly difficult to eradicate in specific areas. Therefore, it’s always a good idea to buy a house in a neighborhood that hasn’t had any termite damage.In addition, termites are drawn to cellulose-containing food sources, such as timber. Termites are among the most dangerous pests to have in your home or neighborhood. They are, in fact, the most severe threat to your home since they can undermine your foundations....

baby rhino profile Credit: Courtesy of Zoo Tampa Start your week off right: by gazing at this new baby southern white rhinoceros who was born at ZooTampa over the weekend. The female calf was born in the overnight hours of June 6, according to a news release from the zoo. Her mom is 20-year-old Alake, who the zoo called an “experienced mother,” and her father is a rhino named Ongava....

Florida is the flattest state of the United States with the least number of highlands.It is a state in the southeastern region of the United States. Floria features some of the loveliest beaches and riverbanks of the country.This beautiful state faces a number of environmental issues the major one being water pollution. The issue of red tide has become a major issue of Florida on the southwest coast. Red tide is killing wildlife and tropical fish including coral reefs....

The 1975 facts are a collection of events in the year around the world.The year was known for the most famous inventions and marked the highest world population growth rate. Since 1975, it’s observed that the global population has grown by one billion about every 12 years.The significant inventions during the year were Aryabhata- India’s first satellite launched using Soviet boosters in April. Kodak engineer Steven Sasson invented the digital camera in December....

dog with background of lemon slices; can dogs eat lemons? Credit: natthapol / amixstudio / Adobe Stock Dogs eat just about anything, but that doesn’t mean it’s good for them. If your pup recently scarfed a lemon (or lemon bars, cake, or lemonade), you’re probably wondering if you’re in for an emergency vet visit or diarrhea duty. We asked Leslie Bass, DVM, veterinarian and medical director of VCA Algiers Animal Hospital in New Orleans: Can dogs eat lemons?...

People love whipped cream. It’s sweet, it’s creamy, and it adds a smooth blast of sugar and dairy anywhere it lands. Of course, most of us don’t whip up the cream ourselves, adding sugar and other flavorings, but buy it from the grocery store to scoop out of a tub or shoot out of a can. Because it’s sweet and you like to eat it, there’s a good chance your dog likes to eat it too....

Seemingly everyone wants to know about CBD for dogs. Just ask Leslie Sinn, CPDT-KA, DVM, and member of the Daily Paws advisory board: Her Behavior Solutions clients ask about using CBD products nearly every day. Usually, they’ll wait until the very end of the consultation to bring it up, and Sinn knows what’s coming. After all, the CBD pet market is primed to grow massively over the next several years as it catches up with human CBD use....

There may be nothing cuter than an adorable puppy who’s sawing logs and then growls and barks as he fidgets his little fluffy legs in his sleep. We assume these curious and cute behaviors are the result of our dogs in a deep sleep, imagining they successfully killed yet another roll of toilet paper. But do our canines actually experience dreaming? And if they do, what do dogs dream about? We explore whether or not your pup has those sweet dreams you wish them when you tuck them in each night (in your matching jammies, of course)....

An Arabian horse, also known as Arabian or Bedouin Arabian, is believed to have been bred by the ancient Bedouin tribes in the Arabian peninsula. The Arabian horse’s origin is often disputed by historians, but there is recorded evidence of this breed coming into existence 2000-3500 years ago.The beauty of Arabian stallions is legendary, but these Arabians are also celebrated for their refined characteristics. They are known to have a cooperative and easily trainable nature, a strong riding ability, and superlative endurance even in tough weather conditions and war-like situations....

The Asiatic wildcat (Felis lybica ornata) is also known by its other names, the Asian steppe wildcat or the Indian desert wildcat. This wildcat is a subspecies of the African wildcat and is predominantly seen in Asian countries. Compared to the African or European wildcat variants, this wildcat inhabits arid and semi-arid areas. However, diverse habitat patterns are also seen.It is a small-sized cat that can be easily confused with domestic cats....

Beluga sturgeons (or Huso huso) are known to be one of the largest freshwater fishes in the world. They mostly live in the Caspian sea. The scientific name for a beluga sturgeon is Huso huso. It belongs to the family of Acipenseridae, order of Acipenseriformes, kingdom of Animalia, phylum of Chordata, class of Actinopterygii and the genus of Huso.The people tend to prefer the pure and classic taste of beluga sturgeon caviar, which is why caviar from these sturgeons is expensive....

A member of the Malacanthidae family, the blueline tilefish (Caulolatilus microps) is found in three different regions: the Gulf of Mexico, the mid-Atlantic, and the south Atlantic. The species is also known as gray tilefish, while in Mexico it is called blanquillo lucio. In North America, this fish is eaten and it is similar in taste to golden tilefish.The blueline tilefish generally possesses a dull olive-gray color, while the lower parts are white....

If you are on the search for different fish that are unique in their physical appearance, then look no further than the bluespine unicornfish or the Naso unicornis. Belonging to the genus Naso, these fish are often identified by the small horns on top of their heads. Although there hasn’t been any concrete reason presented as to why these fishes have these horns, they look really cool on them! The bluespine unicornfish is one of the most abundant fish in the world, with its distribution ranging from east African seas to the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean....

With their glossy black coat, gemstone eyes, the mini-panthers (or Bombay cats) are exquisite felines to behold. The foundation to incorporate the stealthy and majestic look of a panther, with the domesticity of a pet cat was laid by an American breeder, Nikki Horner. After numerous experimentation, the results were rewarded with this medium-sized, sleek, and completely black felines with bright golden, yellow, or copper eyes. The Bombays are visual stunners; these cats leave you mesmerized with not just their fascinating looks but also with their extremely affectionate, jovial, and agile temperament....

Desmarest’s Hutia (Capromys Pilorides), also known as the Cuban Hutia or banana rat is the largest in size compared to all Hutia species. The Desmarest’s Hutia is a rodent by definition, but don’t be fooled, this type of rodent endemic to Cuba is actually quite friendly and harmless, and can only mostly be found on their preferred habitats like the coastal areas and mangroves of Cuban islands.If you liked reading these fun Desmarest’s Hutia facts and information, you may also want to check out articles about the Takin and the Naked Mole Rat....

If you are planning on visiting the Galápagos islands, be careful while strolling near large rocks - they might actually be the Galápagos giant tortoises! The Galápagos giant tortoise species complex houses 15 different species under it. The Galápagos Islands were discovered all the way back in the 16th century, and named after the Spanish word - keep reading to know more about this. But how did this reptile come to these islands?...

German Shepherds are highly intelligent dogs that were originally bred as herding dogs. The first ever German Shepherd was bred by Captain Max von Stephanitz in 1889. Before that, German Shepherds were similar-looking dogs involved in herding. Stamina and intelligence are considered the strength of this breed of dogs. German shepherd dog breeds are easy to train. These large sized dogs are a popular dog breed often kept as working dogs, in the police and military, as a guide dog, herding dogs....

What type of animal is a harvest mouse? Harvest mice are Eurasian mice that are found in fields with tall grasses and in woodlands. The Eurasian harvest mouse, alongside species such as the house mouse and other rodents, belongs to the order Rodentia. Fun Harvest Mouse Facts For Kids What do they prey on? N/A What do they eat? Herbivore Average litter size? 5 How much do they weigh? 0.1-0.3 oz (3-9 g)...

Lemming is a type of rodent that is found in the Arctic regions and the tundra. They are very small and have thick fur that helps them sustain the snow and the chill atmosphere. Although portrayed by the infamous mass suicide committed by the lemmings in the movie ‘White Wilderness,’ lemmings do not commit mass suicide by jumping off cliffs at all. So lemmings jumping off cliffs is something that is largely a myth when associated with this species of animals....

One of the most unique birds out there is the Meyer’s Parrot! Is it because of its size? Or is it because of its call? Maybe it is its habitat? Great guesses, but no. This bird is well known for its unique coloring, a one-of-a-kind bird. It is native to Africa, found all over Sub-Saharan nations such as Chad, Zimbabwe, and others. Where does it live? It lives perched up on trees, hiding from the harsh sun most of the days, but can be seen flying before dawn, and immediately after dusk....