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]]>Zaveri is a content creator from Washington DC, whose background in marketing helped her build quite a following on social media. She’s followed by 200,000 people on Instagram alone, and her houseplant tips and tricks are the reason behind her viral success.
Zaveri learned how tough it can be to try to grow a thriving indoor garden when your space is limited. She decided to pour all her knowledge into her content, in an attempt to help other people who are in the same position.
“I love plants and home decor but living in an apartment, I understand space restrictions and feeling like there’s no space to keep buying the next new plant or constantly buying pots/shelves/other gadgets,” she wrote on Instagram.
Zaveri has a passion for helping others create a stunning oasis of greenery in their homes, bringing the beauty of the great outdoors inside. Her Instagram page is filled with resources that can help you take care of a wide variety of plants because each one is special in their own right and has unique needs.
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]]>The post Fun Facts About Bats You Probably Didn’t Know appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Wherever you find yourself on Earth, there is a high chance that at least one of 1,300 bat species is living there. Bats are found in all parts of the world except extreme deserts and polar regions.
If you spent your whole life thinking bats are blind, we don’t blame you. This is arguably one of the most popular myths about animals out there. But the truth is that bats actually can see pretty well, and some species have better sight than humans. This, alongside their superb hearing, allows them to navigate in complete darkness.
This one might change your opinion on bats. Bats mostly feed on insects and bugs, helping to keep their population in check. This is particularly the case with mosquitoes, with one bat being able to consume more than 1,000 of these pesky insects in an hour. On top of that, they help pollinate over 300 species of fruit.
The largest bat species is the giant golden-crowned flying fox, which lives in the Philippines and has a wingspan of almost 6 feet. On the other hand, the smallest species is the Kitti’s hog-nosed bat, also known as the bumblebee bat, which weighs less than a penny and can fit on the tip of a human finger.
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]]>The post 5 Fun Facts That Make Pronghorns North America’s Most Fascinating Animals appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>With a running speed of up to 88.5 km/h (55 mph), pronghorns are the fastest land mammal in North America and the second-fastest in the world after the cheetah.
Even though they’re commonly known as American antelopes, pronghorns belong to a completely different family. The giraffe and okapi are actually its closest living relatives.
Pronghorns owe their name to their unique horns. Males have horns with a forward-pointing tine coming off each side of them, while females tend to have smaller horns with barely visible “prongs”.
Pronghorns’ movements are quite fascinating to witness because they have at least 13 different gaits, including one that reaches up to 20 feet per stride.
Pronghorns are much more prone to migration than other North American land mammals. Their migration route covers more than 260 km (160 mi), which is quite a rare phenomenon in the U.S.
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]]>The post 5 Mind-Blowing Facts About Anteaters That Sound Truly Unreal appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Tongues are one of the most unique parts of anteaters’ anatomy. They can be up to two feet long and come covered in small, spine-like protrusions and sticky saliva, helping these animals gather food.
Despite having pretty impressive tongues, there’s not much else going on in anteaters’ mouths. Tongues and their knife-like claws do all the work when it comes to gathering food because they have no teeth.
Despite what their name might suggest, anteaters eat much more than ants. In addition to being able to eat up to 30,000 ants and termites a day, fruit, bird eggs, worms, and other insects can also be a part of their diet.
Since most of the food they consume has little to no nutritious or energy value, anteaters have one of the lowest body temperatures among mammals and their bodies adapt by conserving energy.
Anteaters have pretty unique birthing habits, and it’s common for females to deliver their babies in an upright position, using their tails for support.
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]]>The post Vitor Velez is Capturing the Diversity of the Ocean World Through His Art appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Velez has been in love with nature-themed art since his youth, when he used to copy illustrations from encyclopedias into his notebooks. Those days are long behind him, and he’s now a successful mix-media artist, with over 50,000 Instagram followers under his belt.
He uses a combination of colored pencils, pens, and watercolors to capture the endless beauty of many fascinating creatures. One thing that makes his illustrations instantly recognizable are his hand-written notes, and animals in his paintings seem to be lost between them.
Marine animals are one of Velez’s most common subjects, and he especially enjoys capturing big, heavy-built species, such as whales, sharks, and dolphins.
“I find it extremely beautiful the gracious way in which these giants can move and travel underwater. I usually seek to capture positions which allow us to observe the animal’s body movement – the way they twist, change direction, or simply the graceful coordination between all body parts,” Velez wrote on Instagram.
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]]>The post Brooke Elder is the Internet’s Favorite Reptile Nerd appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Elder fell in love with reptiles when she was around six years old—catching frogs and snakes outside while growing up in Wisconsin was one of her favorite childhood hobbies. She always loved all the wild creatures, both big and small, but reptiles eventually captured her heart.
She spent her teenage years working at pet stores and gained even more knowledge about animal care during an internship at the Milwaukee County Zoo in the Aquarium and Reptile Building.
She took care of dozens of reptiles over the years, from snakes to several different species of lizards, and they helped her grow into the person she is today.
“I have grown more as an individual since owning my reptiles, and I am more able to confidently express and embrace myself for who I am. Reptiles teach you to find beauty in everything and to be true to yourself,” she told Zilla Rules, adding she feels reptiles are more drawn to people who have confidence in themselves.
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]]>The post These Unique Kittens Look Like Fluffy Lambs appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>The Selkirk Rex is a breed of domestic cat with a unique, curly coat. Originally developed in Montana in the late ’80s, the Selkirk Rex is known for its soft, plush coat and playful personality. Selkirk Rex cats are rare, you don’t see a lot of them, but you can find them in almost every country.
The Selkirk Rex has a medium to large build, with a round head and wide-set eyes. Its coat can come in a variety of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, and calico. The breed’s most distinctive feature, however, is its curly coat, which can be anything from loose curls to tight ringlets. There are shorthair and longhair types of this breed. This breed is not good for people with allergies because they shed a lot.
Overall, the Selkirk Rex is a unique and affectionate breed that is well-suited for families and individuals looking for a companion with a playful personality and low-maintenance grooming needs. And they’re so cute!
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]]>The post Seal-iously Funny: Amusing Insights into Seal Life appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>While applause is generally reserved for human audiences, seals might just deserve a round of their own. Certain seal species, particularly harbor seals, are known for their ability to clap underwater. Seals use clapping as a way to communicate and scare off predators or attract mates. But it’s also very cute!
Seals have a remarkable ability to sleep in both aquatic and terrestrial environments. When sleeping in the water, seals often float like a cork, which is amusingly known as “bottling” because they resemble a bottle bobbing along the surface. On land, you’ll find them snoozing in large groups, looking like big, cuddly, whiskered rugs strewn across the beach.
You might have heard of seals being called the “dogs of the sea.” This comes from the curious and sociable nature of the animal. They often interact with humans in a way that is reminiscent of dogs. Some seals will even follow boats or greet divers with the same enthusiasm as a puppy!
The post Seal-iously Funny: Amusing Insights into Seal Life appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>The post 3 Spiders You Should Not Be Afraid Of appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Often mistaken for spiders, daddy long legs are actually more closely related to scorpions but are completely harmless to humans. With their iconic long, spindly legs and small bodies, they are one of the most recognizable and misunderstood arachnids.
The common house spider might be the one you see most often inside your home. These spiders are usually grey or brown and feature a patterned body. Fear not, as they are not harmful to humans and prefer to spend their time quietly in corners, spinning webs to catch more troublesome insects like flies and mosquitoes.
With their big, curious eyes and quick movements, jumping spiders can be quite endearing if given the chance. They are also one of the most common families of spiders globally and are more interested in leaping after their insect prey than in bothering humans. Plus, their venom is not harmful to us, so these little acrobats can safely be admired from afar.
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]]>The post Are Beluga Whales Always White? appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Both scientific and common name of beluga whales features references to their color. The name of their genus, Delphinapterus leucas, can loosely be translated as “a white dolphin without fin” because leucas hails from the Greek word “leukas” for white. As for their common name beluga, it comes from the Russian word “bielo” meaning white.
Mixing adult belugas with any other species is practically impossible due to their white color, but they’re not actually born this way. Calves are usually born grey or even brown, and they lose their pigmentation as the years go by, attaining their signature white color at approximately seven years of age in females and nine in males. They shed their skin seasonally, and their back and fins can turn yellowish in the winter, but they remain white otherwise.
Belugas developed their signature color after years of adaptation to their Arctic life. White skin allows them to blend together with polar ice caps, camouflaging themselves from predators, such as polar bears and killer whales.
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]]>The post Reena Zaveri Will Help Your Indoor Jungle Thrive appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Zaveri is a content creator from Washington DC, whose background in marketing helped her build quite a following on social media. She’s followed by 200,000 people on Instagram alone, and her houseplant tips and tricks are the reason behind her viral success.
Zaveri learned how tough it can be to try to grow a thriving indoor garden when your space is limited. She decided to pour all her knowledge into her content, in an attempt to help other people who are in the same position.
“I love plants and home decor but living in an apartment, I understand space restrictions and feeling like there’s no space to keep buying the next new plant or constantly buying pots/shelves/other gadgets,” she wrote on Instagram.
Zaveri has a passion for helping others create a stunning oasis of greenery in their homes, bringing the beauty of the great outdoors inside. Her Instagram page is filled with resources that can help you take care of a wide variety of plants because each one is special in their own right and has unique needs.
The post Reena Zaveri Will Help Your Indoor Jungle Thrive appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>The post Fun Facts About Bats You Probably Didn’t Know appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Wherever you find yourself on Earth, there is a high chance that at least one of 1,300 bat species is living there. Bats are found in all parts of the world except extreme deserts and polar regions.
If you spent your whole life thinking bats are blind, we don’t blame you. This is arguably one of the most popular myths about animals out there. But the truth is that bats actually can see pretty well, and some species have better sight than humans. This, alongside their superb hearing, allows them to navigate in complete darkness.
This one might change your opinion on bats. Bats mostly feed on insects and bugs, helping to keep their population in check. This is particularly the case with mosquitoes, with one bat being able to consume more than 1,000 of these pesky insects in an hour. On top of that, they help pollinate over 300 species of fruit.
The largest bat species is the giant golden-crowned flying fox, which lives in the Philippines and has a wingspan of almost 6 feet. On the other hand, the smallest species is the Kitti’s hog-nosed bat, also known as the bumblebee bat, which weighs less than a penny and can fit on the tip of a human finger.
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]]>The post 5 Fun Facts That Make Pronghorns North America’s Most Fascinating Animals appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>With a running speed of up to 88.5 km/h (55 mph), pronghorns are the fastest land mammal in North America and the second-fastest in the world after the cheetah.
Even though they’re commonly known as American antelopes, pronghorns belong to a completely different family. The giraffe and okapi are actually its closest living relatives.
Pronghorns owe their name to their unique horns. Males have horns with a forward-pointing tine coming off each side of them, while females tend to have smaller horns with barely visible “prongs”.
Pronghorns’ movements are quite fascinating to witness because they have at least 13 different gaits, including one that reaches up to 20 feet per stride.
Pronghorns are much more prone to migration than other North American land mammals. Their migration route covers more than 260 km (160 mi), which is quite a rare phenomenon in the U.S.
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]]>The post 5 Mind-Blowing Facts About Anteaters That Sound Truly Unreal appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Tongues are one of the most unique parts of anteaters’ anatomy. They can be up to two feet long and come covered in small, spine-like protrusions and sticky saliva, helping these animals gather food.
Despite having pretty impressive tongues, there’s not much else going on in anteaters’ mouths. Tongues and their knife-like claws do all the work when it comes to gathering food because they have no teeth.
Despite what their name might suggest, anteaters eat much more than ants. In addition to being able to eat up to 30,000 ants and termites a day, fruit, bird eggs, worms, and other insects can also be a part of their diet.
Since most of the food they consume has little to no nutritious or energy value, anteaters have one of the lowest body temperatures among mammals and their bodies adapt by conserving energy.
Anteaters have pretty unique birthing habits, and it’s common for females to deliver their babies in an upright position, using their tails for support.
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]]>The post Vitor Velez is Capturing the Diversity of the Ocean World Through His Art appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Velez has been in love with nature-themed art since his youth, when he used to copy illustrations from encyclopedias into his notebooks. Those days are long behind him, and he’s now a successful mix-media artist, with over 50,000 Instagram followers under his belt.
He uses a combination of colored pencils, pens, and watercolors to capture the endless beauty of many fascinating creatures. One thing that makes his illustrations instantly recognizable are his hand-written notes, and animals in his paintings seem to be lost between them.
Marine animals are one of Velez’s most common subjects, and he especially enjoys capturing big, heavy-built species, such as whales, sharks, and dolphins.
“I find it extremely beautiful the gracious way in which these giants can move and travel underwater. I usually seek to capture positions which allow us to observe the animal’s body movement – the way they twist, change direction, or simply the graceful coordination between all body parts,” Velez wrote on Instagram.
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]]>The post Brooke Elder is the Internet’s Favorite Reptile Nerd appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Elder fell in love with reptiles when she was around six years old—catching frogs and snakes outside while growing up in Wisconsin was one of her favorite childhood hobbies. She always loved all the wild creatures, both big and small, but reptiles eventually captured her heart.
She spent her teenage years working at pet stores and gained even more knowledge about animal care during an internship at the Milwaukee County Zoo in the Aquarium and Reptile Building.
She took care of dozens of reptiles over the years, from snakes to several different species of lizards, and they helped her grow into the person she is today.
“I have grown more as an individual since owning my reptiles, and I am more able to confidently express and embrace myself for who I am. Reptiles teach you to find beauty in everything and to be true to yourself,” she told Zilla Rules, adding she feels reptiles are more drawn to people who have confidence in themselves.
The post Brooke Elder is the Internet’s Favorite Reptile Nerd appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>The post These Unique Kittens Look Like Fluffy Lambs appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>The Selkirk Rex is a breed of domestic cat with a unique, curly coat. Originally developed in Montana in the late ’80s, the Selkirk Rex is known for its soft, plush coat and playful personality. Selkirk Rex cats are rare, you don’t see a lot of them, but you can find them in almost every country.
The Selkirk Rex has a medium to large build, with a round head and wide-set eyes. Its coat can come in a variety of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, and calico. The breed’s most distinctive feature, however, is its curly coat, which can be anything from loose curls to tight ringlets. There are shorthair and longhair types of this breed. This breed is not good for people with allergies because they shed a lot.
Overall, the Selkirk Rex is a unique and affectionate breed that is well-suited for families and individuals looking for a companion with a playful personality and low-maintenance grooming needs. And they’re so cute!
The post These Unique Kittens Look Like Fluffy Lambs appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>The post Seal-iously Funny: Amusing Insights into Seal Life appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>While applause is generally reserved for human audiences, seals might just deserve a round of their own. Certain seal species, particularly harbor seals, are known for their ability to clap underwater. Seals use clapping as a way to communicate and scare off predators or attract mates. But it’s also very cute!
Seals have a remarkable ability to sleep in both aquatic and terrestrial environments. When sleeping in the water, seals often float like a cork, which is amusingly known as “bottling” because they resemble a bottle bobbing along the surface. On land, you’ll find them snoozing in large groups, looking like big, cuddly, whiskered rugs strewn across the beach.
You might have heard of seals being called the “dogs of the sea.” This comes from the curious and sociable nature of the animal. They often interact with humans in a way that is reminiscent of dogs. Some seals will even follow boats or greet divers with the same enthusiasm as a puppy!
The post Seal-iously Funny: Amusing Insights into Seal Life appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>The post 3 Spiders You Should Not Be Afraid Of appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Often mistaken for spiders, daddy long legs are actually more closely related to scorpions but are completely harmless to humans. With their iconic long, spindly legs and small bodies, they are one of the most recognizable and misunderstood arachnids.
The common house spider might be the one you see most often inside your home. These spiders are usually grey or brown and feature a patterned body. Fear not, as they are not harmful to humans and prefer to spend their time quietly in corners, spinning webs to catch more troublesome insects like flies and mosquitoes.
With their big, curious eyes and quick movements, jumping spiders can be quite endearing if given the chance. They are also one of the most common families of spiders globally and are more interested in leaping after their insect prey than in bothering humans. Plus, their venom is not harmful to us, so these little acrobats can safely be admired from afar.
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]]>The post Are Beluga Whales Always White? appeared first on Our Funny Little Site.
]]>Both scientific and common name of beluga whales features references to their color. The name of their genus, Delphinapterus leucas, can loosely be translated as “a white dolphin without fin” because leucas hails from the Greek word “leukas” for white. As for their common name beluga, it comes from the Russian word “bielo” meaning white.
Mixing adult belugas with any other species is practically impossible due to their white color, but they’re not actually born this way. Calves are usually born grey or even brown, and they lose their pigmentation as the years go by, attaining their signature white color at approximately seven years of age in females and nine in males. They shed their skin seasonally, and their back and fins can turn yellowish in the winter, but they remain white otherwise.
Belugas developed their signature color after years of adaptation to their Arctic life. White skin allows them to blend together with polar ice caps, camouflaging themselves from predators, such as polar bears and killer whales.
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