Is this a cigarette habit with some benefits? A species of urban bird seems to harness the toxic chemicals in cigarette butts in its fight against nest parasites – although there is a downside to the practice. Constantino Macías Garcia at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, and his colleagues, have spent several years studying the curious cigarette habit in urban … [Read more...] about Birds use cigarette butts for chemical warfare against ticks
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Poecilotheria regalis
Poecilotheria regalis is a species of arboreal tarantula and is found in parts of India. The common name for this spider is Indian ornamental tree spider, or simply Indian ornamental. It is one of the most popular arboreal tarantulas for amateur collectors. Their leg span sometimes exceeds 7 inches (18 cm). Name The name Poecilotheria is derived from Greek"poikilos" - … [Read more...] about Poecilotheria regalis
Is a husky a wolf?
No, a husky is not a wolf. Although their thick double coat and colors make huskies similar in appearance to wolves, a husky is a fully domesticated dog and not related to a wolf any more than any other breed of dog. The biggest difference between a husky and a wolf is their temperaments. A husky is most likely to run excitedly to even a stranger for affection, while wolves … [Read more...] about Is a husky a wolf?
Snow leopard
The snow leopard, also known as the ounce (Panthera uncia), is a felid native to the mountain ranges of Central and South Asia. It inhabits alpine and subalpine zones at elevations of 3,000–4,500 m (9,800–14,800 ft), ranging from eastern Afghanistan, the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau to southern Siberia, Mongolia and western China. In the northern part of its range, it also … [Read more...] about Snow leopard
This Asian Moth Is Probably Nature’s Ultimate Camouflage Master
We have seen plants and insects masquerading as something else to confuse their natural predators, but the Macrocilix maia moth from Southeastern Asia takes mimicry to an entirely new level by painting an entire scene on its wings. When observing a Macrocilix maia moth, the painted scene on its wings is impossible to ignore - two flies eating brown spots that resemble fresh … [Read more...] about This Asian Moth Is Probably Nature’s Ultimate Camouflage Master