Spiders could theoretically eat every human on Earth and still be hungry. In a year, spiders can consume between 400 million and 800 million tons of insects and other small animals like frogs and birds. According to the Washington Post, the total biomass of humans on Earth is estimated to be just over 350 million …
Jellyfish Populations Have Increased With The Rise Of Sea Temperatures
This rise in sea temperatures may be due to climate change. These changes are leading to a decline in shrimp-like crustaceans called copepods – a critical food source for fish, seabirds and even basking sharks. This will have an impact on the types of fish available for commercial fishing, which could lead to new fishing …
Hippos Kill Hundreds Of People A Year
Hippos are aggressive and will attack humans.
One Bat Can Eat Up To 1,000 Mosquitos In An Hour
Mostly harmless to humans, bats can eat up to 1,000 mosquitos in an hour. Attract bats to your home to help reduce mosquito populations by hanging bat boxes or planting plants that attract insects bats love. Fragrant and night-blooming plants that attract insects bats love are thyme, rosemary, lavender, and evening primrose.
Moose Can Dive Almost 20 Feet Underwater And Hold Their Breath For About A Minute While Looking For Aquatic Plants
Moose are good swimmers and will rely on foraging on underwater plants to supplement their diets. Aquatic plants are usually richer in nutrients and minerals than plants on land. Moose are actually saving ecosystems by moving key nutrients like nitrogen from the water to the land by eating underwater plants and pooping on land.