Surprising Shape-Shifting Organisms

Surprising Shape-Shifting Organisms

The animal world is a beautiful, fascinating, and mysterious one. There are several parts of the world that we still have to explore, which means that many species are as yet undiscovered. As science progresses, it also uncovers a lot about animals that we didn’t know before. Shape-shifters, for instance, aren’t very … Read more

Strange And Unusual Reptiles

A male Gharial resting on land with its jaw open

Reptiles are some of the most fascinating creatures on this planet. Usually scaly, long, and with slits for pupils, reptiles generally look quite menacing, and that only increases their awe factor. Though many people only seem interested in the reptiles of the past – the huge and intimidating dinosaurs – that does … Read more

Strange Creatures from the Ocean’s Depths

goblin shark

The deep sea is full of mysteries, and this is why it has captured our imaginations for centuries. People get scared of aliens, ghosts and zombies, but sometimes, the most terrifying creatures you can see in this universe lie beneath the dark depths of the waves on our very own planet. Actually, … Read more

The World’s Most Dangerous Bird

The World’s Most Dangerous Bird

This mysterious bird is thought to be more similar to ancient dinosaurs than any other bird species. The Southern Cassowary is large-bodied flightless birds that have fierce claws and casques, or a helmet-like accent on the top of its head, just like many dinosaurs are believed to have had. They also have … Read more

Strange and Unusual Dog Breeds

Strange and Unusual Dog Breeds

The American Kennel Club recognizes over 190 dog breeds and some of them are found in such small numbers which makes them rare and unique that’s why they might look unfamiliarly weird to us. But even if they look uncommon, these dog breeds are the perfect companion. From being your running buddy, … Read more

Strange and Unusual Facts and Myths About the Animal Kingdom

Animal Kingdom

The animal kingdom is full of one remarkable fact after another. Do cats really have nine lives? Does licking a toad’s back can really get you high? And do vampire bats have the ability to donate blood? Keep on reading because we are here to debunk some strange and unusual facts and … Read more

Strange and Unusual Cat Breeds

Strange and Unusual Cat Breeds

When it comes to cats, what most of us think of is a fairly generic-looking animal. But in fact, every cat is unique with its own looks and personality. Most of us may be familiar with common cat breeds such as Persian and Domestic cats. But did you know that there are … Read more

Strange and Unusual Insects

Strange and Unusual Insects

There are many kinds of insects that you can find here on Earth. In fact, there are around nine hundred thousand species of insects known and likely millions more to discover. Insects have the capabilities of being the creepiest creatures on our planet. Though there are some insects that we’re already familiar … Read more

Learn About Frogfish – A Truly Bizarre Creature

Learn About Frogfish – A Truly Bizarre Creature

Frogfish belong to the anglerfish family Antennariidae. They are mostly found in tropical and subtropical oceans and seas all over the world, except in the Mediterranean Sea. They are small, short, and stocky, and some of them are covered with spinules and other attachments which they use to camouflage. Frogfish range from … Read more

Why Do Some Birds Fly South for the Winter and Some Do Not?

Why Do Some Birds Fly South for the Winter and Some Do Not

In Northern parts of the United States, birds that are usually seen alone or in small groups during summer will begin to flock together and prepare for their annual migration going south before the leaves start to fall. Waterfowls will gather together and will form a V pattern in the sky as … Read more

What is the Great Wildebeest Migration?

What is the Great Wildebeest Migration

The Great Wildebeest Migration is the huge annual movement of vast numbers of wildebeests together with zebras and gazelles to search for food and water between Tanzania and Kenya. The wildebeests travel from the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania to Maasai Mara National Park in Kenya from July to October. It is … Read more

Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch?

Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch

Mosquito bites are one of the annoying things we experience. That is why we really need to know the best ways of preventing mosquito bites. Other than the little prick we feel when mosquitos bite, it also leaves a red bump on our skin which eventually becomes itchy. When you get bitten … Read more