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Black Cats Are Actually Good Luck

Ancient beliefs across Egypt, Scotland, Japan, France, and Native America consider the black cat as a sign of good luck, wealth, and protection. The black cat is often considered the least adopted pet from animal shelters. Some people say it’s because black cats are considered to bring bad luck. This is a modern belief likely …

Big-Finned Jellyhead Octopus

The Big-Finned Jellyhead Octopus

The big-finned jellyhead octopus is the common name for this Cirroteuthis muelleri. The big-finned jellyhead lives along the ocean floor at depths over 6,000 ft. They can only be reached via submersible which makes them tricky to study.

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How To Protect Yourself From Ticks

FYI: Dog ticks survive by feeding on people and animals but can live up to two years without a host body Ticks can be infected with bacteria, viruses, or parasites that can cause illnesses in humans. Some of the most common tick-borne illnesses in North America include: Lyme disease, babesiosis (pronounced “buh-BEE-zee-oh-sis”), ehrlichiosis (“err-lik-ee-OH-sis”), Rocky …