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Orange tabby cat pokes head out of cat carrier to greet camera Credit: Courtesy of KC Pet Project The freezing-cold destruction that accompanied Winter Storm Uri might seem like a thing of the past, but many are still dealing with its effects, including animal welfare organizations. One of them is Austin Pets Alive!, which on Wednesday partnered with the KC Pet Project to transport 27 cats and kittens to Kansas City where they will hopefully be adopted into new homes....

Since there are so many super-hot combinations, perhaps too many official testing findings are the only way to confirm.However, any pepper may be tested for Scoville units, which is a simple and inexpensive procedure. The molecule responsible for spicy heat in foods, capsaicin, is measured and documented in Scoville Heat Units (SHU).Wilbur Scoville, an American pharmacist, created the Scoville heat scale. He invented the Scoville Organoleptic Test in 1912. In recent years, the hot pepper scale is becoming somewhat of a challenge....

Golden retriever dog stands on frozen water Credit: Marko Mikuli / EyeEm / Getty Firefighters and police officers in Avon, Ohio, joined forces earlier this week to save a scared golden retriever after the dog became trapped in an icy pond. The pup had ventured out onto the frozen water at Veterans Park, and fell through the ice several feet from the shoreline. The dog struggled to get out of the thin ice, which kept breaking further which each attempt....

Do you know what is the diet of one of the wisest beings of the animal kingdom?Owls are nocturnal birds of prey that thrive at night and can be found practically anywhere in the world except Antarctica. Many cultures consider this majestic bird as a guide that sees us through the afterlife.Did you know there are 244 known species of owls and 22 of them call North America their home? Owls have an enormous head, excellent hearing, and very good vision....

We often consider spaghetti one of the most popular forms of pasta that is loved and relished around the globe.They are high in complex carbohydrates and made from durum wheat. The whole-wheat spaghetti (and/or brown rice) is an excellent source of fiber and contributes to your daily values of fiber intake.Zucchini can represent noodles and provides a low-carb alternative to pasta. They provide you with an opportunity to add more fresh vegetables to your dietary daily values....

Culture is an important part of any country.Culture is a way of life that is deeply rooted in the traditions and beliefs of a group of people. Nigeria is known for its rich culture and traditions.This part of West Africa has a diverse population that reflects this culture and makes it unique on the continent. The country is also home to several ancient tribes that still have their traditions and cultural practices....

Us humans can only hope we can walk—sorry, strut—with as much swagger as Dexter, a 6-year-old Brittany spaniel living in Colorado. After losing one of his front legs and needing pins implanted in the other, our sweet boy was unable to walk like a normal dog. So, perhaps after seeing how easily us humans do it, Dexter simply decided that he'd walk on his hind legs. In fact, it's almost exclusively how he walks now, his owners told 9NEWS....

cat trapped inside wall peering out of the hole opened for him Credit: Courtesy of causalinf / TikTok Finding your cat inside your house’s walls is better than not being able to locate your kitty, but it sure adds a little more to your construction budget. This is what happened to TikTok user causalinf, whose family returned home after Thanksgiving and was unable to find their cat, Ronnie. They then heard her inside the walls....

African forest elephants are considered Critically Endangered and have been hunted for their ivory tusks. These elephants are herbivores and their diet consists of fruits, flowers, shrubs, bark, bushes, twigs, and various other things. To restore the mineral level in their diet, these elephants look to water holes that are full of minerals. These elephants are much smaller than their close relative the Savanna Elephants. Forest elephants have rounded ears and four toenails on their front feet and three on their hind feet....

What type of animal is an Andean cock of the rock? The Andean cock of the rock (Rupicola peruvianus) of the family Cotingidae is a species of passerine bird native to the cloud forests of the Andes mountains of South America. Fun Andean Cock Of The Rock Facts For Kids What do they prey on? Insects, frogs, small reptiles What do they eat? Omnivores Average litter size? 2 eggs How much do they weigh?...

The Antarctic toothfish (Dissostichus mawsoni) is a toothfish that’s native to the Southern Ocean. The overall size of the Antarctic toothfish’s body also depends on their diet and health. When the natural reserve of the Patagonian toothfish started depleting, fishermen resorted to heading inward into the Southern Ocean in order to catch more Antarctic toothfish. While the Patagonian toothfish is also caught off the coast of many South American nations, the Antarctic toothfish is mainly caught in the Southern Ocean and the Ross Sea....

The Asian lady beetle (Harmonia axyridis) belongs to the Coccinellidae family. They originated in East Asia and were introduced to countries of North America and Europe. The species vary in color and hence commonly referred to as multicolored Asian lady beetle (Harmonia axyridis). They are found in meadows and open fields. They are considered to be beneficial insects as they eat pests that damage crops. Thus, they control the growth of pests in agricultural fields....

Spiders are seen with disgust and many people even fear them. Apart from a superhero based on this animal’s unique abilities. Understanding more about spiders can change the perception of them and help us to appreciate them more.In this article, we will explore some really intriguing facts about the brown widow spiders (Latrodectus geometricus). These spiders go by other names such as brown button spider, house button spider, geometric button spider, as well as a grey widow....

Are you in search of interesting species of deer from the continent of Asia? If yes, then you must read about the Calamian deer species from the country of the Philippines. The Calamian Islands are part of the Palawan province islands. It is here that the endemic Calamian deer are found. Out of the four major regions in the Calamian Islands, the Calamian deer are found in three: Culion, Calauit, and Busuanga....

Edward’s pheasant (Lophura edwardsi) is a bird of the pheasant family. They are found in two different forms of varieties: L. e. hatinhensis and L. e. edwardsi. The L. e. edwardsi is known as the nominate form, whereas, the L. e. hatinhensis is known as the northern form. The L. e. edwardsi has a white crest on its head. These two forms of varieties are a result of inbreeding. The inbreeding is hypothesized to have occurred between two local, restricted species....

The ferruginous duck (Aythya nyroca) is a medium-sized migratory duck species that is also known by the name common white-eye, ferruginous pochard, and white-eyed pochard. They are also called diving ducks of the Palearctic realm because these ducks feed while diving into the water. The Palearctic realm is the biogeographic division that stretches from Europe and Asia to North Africa.The binomial name of ferruginous duck (Aythya nyroca fuligule) is derived from the Greek and Russian name Aithuia and Nyrok, respectively, which means unknown, not identified seabird or duck....

In this article, we will explore facts about the Florida predatory stink bug (scientific name Euthyrhynchus floridanus). This shield bug preys on plant-eating insects such as grasshoppers, beetles, weevils, and other small insects. The Florida predatory stink bug nymph goes through 5 instars of about 65 days, as part of its growth process, after which they metamorphize into their adult form. These bugs are blue or black in color and are exclusively found in the South Eastern United States....

The Great White Pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus), also known as the white pelican, eastern white pelican, or rosy pelican, is a pelican-like bird. The Great White Pelican breeds in Asia and Southern Europe. The Great White Pelican has no subspecies. Great White Pelicans are also referred to as white pelicans or eastern white pelicans. The most distinctive feature of the Great White Pelican (Pelecanus onocrotalus) is the large bill which is used for creating a large pouch to catch fish and other aquatic animals....

Do you like to learn about different marine animals? Then you should definitely read these humphead wrasse facts. Humphead wrasses are large fish found mainly in the Pacific Ocean. This species of fish are typically located near coral reefs. They are the largest species belonging to the Labridae family. Humphead wrasses have various unique characteristics that make them special. They can be easily identified by their color and thick lips. As the name suggests, this species has a hump on its forehead....

Keeltail Needlefish, also known as the Keeled Needlefish is a species of fish found in tropical waters around the world. These fish belong to the Belonidae family of Needlefish. This species has an extensive geographic range, being found in many water bodies and territories in the Indian Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Pacific Ocean. They are smaller than other needlefish species like the Houndfish. They are silver-blue in color and grow to a maximum length of 20 in (50 cm)....