The lilac-breasted roller, or kambu in Swahili, is a colorful bird found in Eastern and Southern Africa. It has around eight colors: white, black, green, yellow, reddish-brown, dark blue, turquoise, and lilac. In some African folklore, the Lilac-breasted roller is considered a symbol of peace It is known as Kenya’s national bird because of its …
Pigs can breathe through their butts. So can mice and rats! Scientists discovered this by researching alternative methods for ventilators traditionally used to pump oxygen to the lungs. Turns out, oxygen gas via the anus into the intestines worked in reoxygenating blood. Read the research in “Ventilating the rectum to support respiration” >> https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/809010
In 2018, more than 40 camels were disqualified from Saudi Arabia’s prestigious King Abdulaziz Camel Festival after it was discovered they had received Botox injections. The festival held annually outside Riyadh, showcases the most beautiful camels, with winners competing for prize money ranging from $26 million to $66 million. Prize-winning camels are judged on features …
Possums are not dangerous to humans and are beneficial to the environment. Possums are immune to snake venom Possums are immune to snake venom from rattlesnakes, cottonmouths, and pit vipers. This is due to a protein in their blood called LTNF (Lethal Toxin Neutralizing Factor). Possums can hold and hang onto things with their tails …
Sarpa salpa is also known as sea bream, salema porgy, and dreamfish In ancient Rome, sarpa salpa was reportedly considered a delicacy and served at banquets on special occasions. The hallucinogenic fish was reportedly used as a recreational drug in the Roman Empire. Sarpa salpa is commonly found from the Atlantic coast of Africa extending …