Category: Nature
For most us, we’d most likely come across these big fishes on TV, except maybe on our dinner table. So, keep on reading if you need to know more about these magnificent sea-dwelling creatures. Summary...
People associate locusts with plagues and massive agricultural farm damage while grasshoppers spur childhood memories of playing in the field and Jiminy Cricket. However, these critters are basically the same except for one major detail....
Have you ever wondered what makes those chirping noises in your backyard? Those sounds are actually some insects’ means of communication. Among the insects that stridulate (sing or chirp) are crickets and the grasshoppers. These...
The Bullmastiff and the English Mastiff are popular breeds under nearly the same lineage. However, despite their noticeable similarities, they bear a lot of differences. This article draws the line between these two breeds. Summary...
The English Labrador and the American Labrador may bear similarities, but their differences are far from being purely geographical. Even though there is no official distinction between the two, they have a unique set of...
Bees may be small, but that does not mean they are unimportant. They play a significant role in our lives although we may not always see them in action. Bumblebees and carpenter bees are two...
The Boston Terrier and the French Bulldog are rising in popularity across different countries. While both of these dog breeds bear similarities in size and appearance, they come from a completely different ancestry. Summary Table...
Most minerals like quartz are regarded to be precious natural materials. Some rocks, however, are deemed worthless. Nevertheless, certain rocks like granite are considered very valuable. Quartz and granite are formed from molten rock. They...
Turtles and tortoises belong to one of most ancient reptile families, and have existed for 157 million years. They are older than snakes and crocodiles, but some turtle species are now highly endangered due to...
There are certain types of plants that are closely associated with the holiday season. This is because these plants bloom around the time that the special occasions are celebrated. We’re talking about the Christmas cactus...