Glacier water may contain concentrated levels of contaminates from airborne pollutants that accumulated in ice over time. While it may be tempting, never drink water from a natural source that you haven’t purified. Airborne pollutants include certain pesticides and emissions. Not only may the water contain pollutants but it may also have bacteria, viruses, and …
The Costas Hummingbird’s Face Looks Like A Sparkly Baby Octopus
While performing its mating ritual, the male costa’s hummingbird will flex his purple mantle feathers as he flies around the female and whistles.
Sloths Are Good Swimmers And Can Hold Their Breath Up To 40 Minutes
Sloths are good swimmers and can hold their breath up to 40 mintures which is 4-times longer than a dolphin. Sloths are also 3-times faster in water than they are on land.
Cheetahs Can’t Roar But They Can Meow
Cheetahs are not classified as a big cat because they cannot roar. The term “big cats” typically refers to members of the genus Panthera, which includes lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars. These animals are known for their ability to roar due to a specialized larynx and a unique set of vocal cords. Cheetahs belong to …
Humpback Whale Sex Documented For The First Time—Both Whales Were Male
For the first time ever, two male humpback whales were documented mating off the coast of Maui, Hawai’i. Male-Female humpback sex has yet to be documented. Humpback mating and reproduction is still a mystery to experts. Homosexual behavior is natural and common in the animal kingdom and well documented for many species of cetaceans such …