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Fun Facts About Capuchin Monkeys Capuchin Monkeys: Apart from rubbing millipedes, capuchins also use other natural substances, like citrus fruits, to anoint their fur, likely for similar antiparasitic purposes. 1. Highly Intelligent Capuchin monkeys are considered one of the most intelligent monkey species. They are known for their problem-solving skills and ability to use tools, … Read more
Fun Facts About Cats Behavior Cats: Domestic cats and wild felines sometimes rub against aromatic plants like catnip or valerian. While this behavior is partly for enjoyment, it may also have mild insect-repelling properties. Domestic cats and wild felines rub against aromatic plants like catnip (Nepeta cataria) or valerian (Valeriana officinalis) due to both enjoyment … Read more
How to Tell the Age of a Tree Hello friends, just as annuli is used to know the age of fishes or to tell how old is the fish , annuli is also used to determine the age of a tree. How to tell the age of a tree is commonly asked by people as … Read more
Elephant Fun Facts Elephants throw mud, dust, or even dung onto their bodies, which serves as a sunscreen, protects against biting insects, and helps keep their skin cool and healthy. Elephants throw mud, dust, or dung onto their bodies for several practical reasons, which are essential for their survival and skin care. Here’s a detailed … Read more
Hummingbird has Beak Longer Than its Body The sword-billed hummingbird (Ensifera ensifera) is the only bird species with a beak longer than its body (excluding the tail), and this unique feature serves several specialized purposes: 1. Adaptation to Feed on Long-Tubed Flowers The sword-billed hummingbird has evolved its exceptionally long beak to feed on nectar … Read more
Falcon Bird Facts The peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) is the fastest animal on the planet, capable of reaching speeds of over 240 miles per hour (386 kilometers per hour) during its hunting stoop (a high-speed dive). When diving, the falcon tucks its wings close to its body to minimize air resistance, creating a streamlined shape … Read more
Why Mosquitoes Fly in Rains But Don’t die! Raindrops are heavier than mosquitoes and if a mosquito is hit by a raindrop it would be equivalent to a man hit by a bus. Yet the insects have no trouble flying in the rain. How do they do it? Aircraft designers are keen to find out. … Read more
Fun Facts About Reindeer Caribou (also known as reindeer in some regions) are incredible animals, known for their long migrations and ability to survive in harsh Arctic environments. However, one interesting fact about caribou is that they cannot catch their newborn babies immediately after birth. Here’s an explanation of why this is the case: 1. … Read more
Why Do Falcons Feast on Termites? No, falcons do not typically feast on termites to fuel their long journeys. Falcons are carnivores and primarily hunt small birds, mammals, insects, and sometimes reptiles, depending on the species. Their diet generally consists of things they can catch in mid-flight, such as smaller birds (like pigeons or doves) … Read more
Do Lizards have Green Blood Hello Friends, We have all seen lizards in our lives. Skinks, like other reptiles, are ectothermic, meaning they depend on external heat sources to manage their body temperature. To warm up, they bask in the sun, and to cool down, they retreat to shaded areas. But there are some five … Read more