The Amazing World Of Animals
Dolphins are some of the most intelligent and compassionate creatures on the planet. However, they face many difficulties in their daily lives, including keeping predators away. Below you’ll discover some of the main predators dolphins need to watch out for and the unique ways this animal defends itself.
Black panthers are some of the most mysterious animals in the world. Their black fur helps them to move discreetly through jungles and forests and their impressive athleticism allows them to jump swiftly through the trees to sleep or hunt. Some people question though if this animal actually exists. Below is more about the black panther and some interesting facts about them.
When it comes to dogs, there’s probably no more controversial breed than the pitbull. Often at the center of debate, the breed is known for its unique look, loyalty and strength. One thing people wonder is whether or not a pitbull’s jaw locks when it bites, making it impossible to remove the dog from its target. There’s a lot to know and understand about this breed and it’s infamous bite.
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Before we start our list, lets start off with a base measurement that puts everything into perspective. The average human bite force measures in at 160 pounds per square inch. While a human can bite though smaller bones, such as those from a chicken, its highly unlikely to be able to generate enough force to chomp through anything of substantial size. Plus human teeth will chip and shatter if too much pressure is applied. Now onto the list….
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Snow leopards are one of the only major cats native to Asia and are known for their light-colored fur that is covered in vibrant black spots. Nicknamed the “Ghosts of the Mountains”, snow leopards wander quietly through the land and usually only make an appearance in populated areas when in search of food. However, despite living in solitude, the number of snow leopards in the wild are quickly decreasing for a few reasons.
Mother Nature is truly fascinating whether you’re looking at the world’s natural beauty, colossal and unprecedented extreme weather or the animal kingdom. Personally, I’ve always loved animals, but not just the cute and fluffy ones that climb onto your lap and lick your face.
The ones that always interested me more were the ones that are often overlooked. The reptiles, the fish and the weird and wonderful insects always fascinated me and you’re about to learn why.
If an animal is susceptible to becoming the prey of another animal then it’s a sure bet that they’ve got some form of defense mechanism up their sleeve to ensure their survival and the survival of their species. After all, that’s what it’s all about. However, some creatures out there have taken it to a whole new level and have some pretty bizarre forms of defense.
One of the most fascinating aspects of the animal kingdom is the variety of methods predators use to catch their prey. Some swoop from the sky like eagles, some hunt in packs like wolves, some are solitary stalkers like tigers, and some are cunning trap-makers like spiders. But very few creatures can rival the cuttlefish when it comes to weird, wonderful and wily hunting.
[Read more…] about Camouflage, Poison and Hypnosis – How Cuttlefish Catch Their Prey
White tigers are some of the most stunning animals in the world, but they can only be found in captivity. Despite once having populations throughout Asia, the white tiger no longer exists in the wild for a few reasons. Lets explore how white tigers came to be and why they no longer are found in the wild.
Zebras are fascinating animals. They are closely related to the horse we know and love, but also remain for the most part undomesticated. Most of our attention goes to their amazing stripes but zebras lead fascinating lives beyond just their striking appearance. Zebras make an amazing migration every year traveling hundreds of miles and that’s where their story gets interesting.
If you’ve ever been called bird brained, maybe it wasn’t quite as insulting as you thought. True, birds do think differently from mammals, but their actual brains can be surprisingly large compared to their overall size. In fact, birds’ brains are similar in proportions to primates, including apes, monkeys, and – yes – humans. Not only do their brains look capable of intelligence, but their behavior suggests it too. Just look at one of the most common and most scorned birds of all, the pigeon.
