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]]>Piggy Brainpower
Pigs are seriously intelligent, ranking as the fifth (!) smartest animals on the planet, which means they’re actually smarter than dogs. They’re super quick at learning their names and have been known to crush video games like pros.
Neat Freaks
Despite their reputation, pigs are anything but messy. These squeaky-clean creatures refuse to mix their sleeping spots with their bathrooms—even the youngest of piglets.
No Sweat
‘Sweating like a pig’ is another big fat lie about pigs. With very few sweat glands, they opt for alternative cooling methods, beating the heat with mud baths and refreshing dips.
Sweet Serenades
Here’s a heartwarming tidbit: while nursing, mother pigs sing to their beloved piglets. The little ones learn to recognize Mom’s voice and run towards her sweet tunes. How cute is that?
Social Butterflies
Pigs are huge fans of body contact. They’re super social animals who love cuddling up close, forming tight-knit communities. From piggy piles to human hugs, piggies thrive on touch and connection.
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]]>Nature’s Survival Strategy
In its essence, hibernation is a survival strategy where metabolism is reduced to a minimum, breathing becomes shallow, and body temperature plummets. It’s meant to allow animals to conserve energy during particularly cold periods or when food is scarce. During the hibernation period, animals survive relying solely on stored fat reserves.
Near-Death Experience
One of the most amazing aspects of hibernation is how minimal animals’ bodily functions can get without them dying as a result. The average body temperature of a hibernating animal is around 32° F, which is as close to death as it gets, and its heart rate is so slow that it’s nearly unnoticeable.
Different Hibernators
While many associate hibernation solely with mammals, a diverse array of creatures, including reptiles, insects, and even bees, partake in this seasonal dormancy. However, bears do stand out as the quintessential hibernators.
Human Intrusion
One of the key challenges faced by modern hibernators is us humans. Practices like factory farming and deforestation disrupt some hibernation habitats, jeopardizing nature’s balance.
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]]>There Are 5 Different Rhino Species
The Rhino family has five different species: white, black, Indian, Javan, and Sumatran. Javan rhino is the most endangered of them all, with estimates that only 60 specimens exist in the whole world. Sumatran is the smallest, standing at 4 ft 3 in compared to 6.6 ft that white rhino can reach.
Rhino’s Horns Are Similar to Our Fingernails
Rhino horns are made out of keratin, the same protein that forms human hair and fingernails. The horn constantly grows over the course of the rhino’s life at a pace of 2.5 inches per year.
White and Black Rhinos Are Grey
White rhino and black rhino are two different species, but the difference is not in their color, as they are both grey. White rhino got its name after the African word “wyd,” used to describe the rhino’s characteristic wide upper lip, which was mistakenly understood as “white” by foreigners. To avoid confusion, they named a similar rhino species, the “black” rhino.
Rhinos Are Surprisingly Fast
Don’t think you can outrun a rhino just because they are huge. As it turns out, rhinos are surprisingly fast, being able to reach a speed of 30 mph.
Rhinos Communicate Using Funny Noises and Poop
Rhinos have one of the most interesting ways of communicating with each other. They sneeze, snort, scream, and produce all sorts of other different funny noises depending on their mood. Also, studies have found that rhinos can differentiate and learn more about other members of their social group by smelling their poop.
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]]>Leaf Life
Koalas aren’t into variety when it comes to food—they’re all about eucalyptus leaves. Even though the leaves are toxic, koalas munch on up to one kilogram of them every day! It’s all thanks to their unique digestive system, able to break down harmful compounds with ease.
On the Nose
With noses that are practically built for the job, koalas can sniff out the most nourishing eucalyptus leaves like nobody’s business. Plus, their sharp sense of smell helps them detect the scent markings left by their fellow koalas.
One of a Kind
When it comes to species, koalas are pretty much the only branch left on the entire Phascolarctidae tree. They’re the last of their kind, but sadly, their numbers are dropping, landing them a ‘vulnerable’ status from the IUCN.
Battling a Disease
Koalas are waging a silent war against Chlamydia. They picked up the disease from exposure to infected livestock, and as their biology makes them treatment-proof, it poses a real threat. Scientists are trying to find specialized treatment options to help them stick around.
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]]>The Stauroteuthis Syrtensis Octopus
Residing roughly one mile deep in the Atlantic Ocean, the glowing octopus utilizes bioluminescence to attract prey. The mesmerizing light displays created by its photophores literally make his food come straight into its mouth. How cool is that?
The Sea Angel
Platybrachium antarcticum, a predatory sea snail, navigates Antarctic waters with parapodia (i.e., specialized foot extensions) to propel itself. Hunting shelled pteropods for food, this sea creature is not as angelic in behavior as it is in looks.
The Frilled Shark
Chlamydoselachus anguineus, an ancient predator with roots dating back 80 million years, boasts a serpentine swim style and frilly gills. Despite its shark classification, it preys mostly on squid, which it swallows whole.
The Nudibranch
The nudibranch is a super cool sea slug known for its vibrant camouflage, with over 3,000 known species worldwide. Other than their fabulous looks, these underwater slugs have a unique defense mechanism—they ingest and reuse stinging cells from their prey.
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]]>Pigeons Produce Milk
Only three bird species on Earth produce milk, and pigeons are one of them. Pigeon milk comes from the lining of their crop and is produced by both males and females. It is high in protein and fat while being vital for the growth of chicks.
Pigeons Can Find Their Way Back Home From 1,300 Miles Away
Pigeons have a great sense of navigation, which is why they were so efficient in their job as messengers. They can travel some 1,300 miles away from home and still find their way back. This will be the case even if they have been transported to an unknown location in isolation. Scientists believe that they are able to do so by using the position of the sun as a compass alongside other methods like memorizing landmarks.
Pigeons Are Considered to Be the First Domesticated Birds by Humans
Pigeons have been closely tied to humans for thousands of years. Experts believe that the domestication of pigeons dates back to 4500 BCE and that they might be the first birds to be domesticated by humans.
Pigeons Have a Remarkable Memory
As we previously mentioned, pigeons can remember important landmarks and later use them as a navigational tool. But their memory is even more remarkable than that. Studies have shown that pigeons can recognize humans they’ve seen before and tell them apart from one another even after a change of clothes.
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]]>Built for Battle
Honey badgers are deceptively stocky. Most impressively, their skin is incredibly thick, and loose around the body. This allows them to shrug off bites and stings from even venomous animals like cobras and scorpions.
Fearless Feasting
Honey badgers are omnivores, with a diet that includes insects, snakes, lizards, and even small mammals. They’re particularly fond of honeybee larvae, hence their name. Their fearlessness comes into play when they encounter prey much larger than themselves. They’ve been known to chase away lions, hyenas, and even leopards from their kills.
Solitary Survivors
Honey badgers are solitary creatures, only coming together to mate. They’re highly intelligent and resourceful, and known for their problem-solving skills. They can dig complex burrows and even utilize tools to access food.
Honey Badger Inspiration
The honey badger’s fearless attitude and relentless pursuit of what they want have made them a symbol of determination and resilience.
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]]>Saint Helena, the small island located in the South Atlantic Ocean, served as Napoleon Bonaparte’s home during his exile, but the French emperor was not its only famous resident. Jonathan the Tortoise was brought there from the Seychelles in 1882 – and was already 50 years old at the time!
It’s believed that Jonathan hatched in 1832, which would make him 192 years old! This number is quite historic, and he made it to The Guinness Book of Records as the oldest living land mammal.
This means Jonathan has lived through many major events in modern history and even met several members of the royal family. He made it to Saint Helena’s five-pence coin and became a true attraction with visitors, but his caretaker Joe Hollins is doing everything in his power to protect him and extend his life.
“For this reason, we had to introduce a tortoise corridor – a viewing path – as groups of tourists would mob him for a photo or a selfie, and some would attempt to ride him,” Hollins told The Washington Post.
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]]>Incredible Speed
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.
Not Antelopes
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.
Unique Horns
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”.
13 Gaits
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.
Migratory Patterns
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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]]>Largest Deer Species
Moose stand tall among all the other deer species, with male moose (known as bulls) averaging around 6-7 feet. In addition to being the tallest deer species, they’re also the second-largest land animal in North America, behind the American bison.
Twig Eaters
The name moose originates from the Algonquin language. The native words “moz” or “mons” can be translated as “eater of twigs”, hinting at moose’s herbivore diet.
Impressive Speed
If you think you could outrun a moose, think again because even calves tend to be faster than humans by the time they’re five days old. That’s because they grow at an incredible speed, gaining about one to two pounds a day in the beginning.
Strong Swimmers
Moose’s swimming abilities are just as impressive since they can dive 20 feet underwater and stay there for up to 30 seconds because they can close their nostrils when exposed to water pressure.
Shedding Antlers
Moose shed their antlers after the breeding season only to retain them in the spring, and that’s not a coincidence. Shedding antlers helps moose conserve energy during cold winter months.
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