Axolotls are a type of salamander that is famous for its unique looks. Native to the lakes and canals of Mexico City and a popular pet worldwide, these aquatic creatures have captivated scientists and animal lovers for ages. One of the most intriguing features of axolotls is their respiratory system, which raises the question: do …
Axolotls are amongst the most unique salamanders, as unlike many others, they remain aquatic throughout their lives. But they are still amphibians, so the question is can axolotls breathe air in their adult stage like most other amphibians do? Let’s find out. What are axolotls? Axolotls are a type of salamander, specifically a neotenic salamander. …
Most of us were told numerous times even if a bee stings you, the bee will die. It made avoiding bee stings even more important. This does raise a question if the bee dies when it stings, why does it sting at all? Do bees die after they sting you? Is this always true? Let’s …
Birds come in many shapes, sizes, and colors, and when it comes to colors, flamingoes really do stand out. Their colors range from light pink to almost red, but this isn’t the color they are born with. Why are flamingos pink, and why are baby flamingos not pink? Let’s find out. Flamingoes – the glorious …
The temperatures on the surface of our planet are, for the most part, enjoyable and perfect for life. But what is happening deep down under the surface? How hot is the center of the Earth? Layers of the Earth Earth has many layers, each layer unique in its composition and properties. There are five main …
Our Solar System has eight full-fledged planets, but there are also quite a few wonderful dwarf planets out there as well. Let’s explore just How many dwarf planets are there in our Solar System and if there could be any more discovered in the future. What defines a dwarf planet? First thing first. What defines …
Lighting up the night sky, the Moon is the brightest object in the sky at night. What causes the moon to shine, and how does it give us light at night? Why doesn’t the Moon shine during the day? Let’s find out! What causes the Moon to shine? The Moon itself does not produce its …
Volcanic activity on Earth is fascinating, but Earth is far from being the only planet in our Solar system with volcanoes. Which planet has the most volcanoes? Which has the largest one? Want to know where there is the most volcanic activity in our Solar system? Let’s find out! Which planet has the most volcanoes? …
The Moon and the Sun are the two brightest astronomical bodies we can see, followed by a couple of planets you can see without a telescope. Which planet is the brightest in the night sky, and how can you find it? Or which one is the second brightest? Which planets are visible from Earth without …
While chameleons are the most known group of lizards that can change colors, they are not the only ones. Many different lizard species have the ability to change colors. But do iguanas change colors? Can iguanas camouflage? Let’s find out! What are Iguanas? Iguanas are herbivorous (plant-eating) lizards native to tropical areas of South and …
The octopus is one of the most peculiar creatures in the world. It can squeeze through almost anything, it’s intelligent, and it has blue blood. Does an octopus have a beak on top of other peculiarities? Let’s take a closer look at what’s hidden inside the mouth of an octopus. What are octopuses? An octopus …
The habitat of a giraffe can be a harsh one; high temperatures and draughts don’t always make the water accessible. But this animal usually manages just fine, so this raises a question. How long can a giraffe go without water? How much does a giraffe drink When giraffes have an abundance of water, they will …
Both porcupines and hedgehogs are prickly animals, both having their bodies covered with many sharp needle-like quills. Are porcupines and hedgehogs related? What are the similarities between the two species, and how are they different from one another? Let’s take a closer look. Porcupines Porcupines are one of the world’s largest and longest-living rodents. They …
Purring is a sound you will most commonly hear in some species of cats, especially the domestic cat. But purring isn’t exclusive to felines; there are other animals that purr. Although not closely related, cats and foxes have a few things in common. But can foxes purr as cats do? Let’s find out. What is …