Rabbits are intriguing animals with many fascinating characteristics and quirks – but do you really understand everything there is to know about your fluffy friend? Do you know that rabbit ears can rotate 360 degrees to detect sounds and potential predators, or that they shed their baby teeth once in their lives? They’re Crepuscular Crepuscular…
Students will discover the various stages in a butterfly’s life cycle – eggs, larva, pupa and adult stages are discussed here. Female butterflies lay many eggs to increase the chances of their offspring’s survival. To do this, they select an appropriate plant species and place their eggs under its leaves. Egg A butterfly begins its…
Zebras are remarkable creatures. Although part of the same family as donkeys and horses, each zebra stands out in many ways; its stripes act like fingerprints – no two are exactly alike. Their stripes also help protect them from biting flies, and their coats can block up to 70% of incoming heat. 1. They are…
Cuba once suffered from high levels of illiteracy; however, due to renewed commitment from government officials regarding education. Nigeria boasts nine UNESCO World Heritage sites – both natural and cultural locations – which make up its national treasures. Ernest Hemingway lived in Havana for two decades and you can visit his former residence. He’s widely…
As hurricane season begins and we prepare for yet another potentially devastating storm, it would be wise to educate ourselves on some interesting facts about hurricanes. From their deceptively calm cores to their massive size, these natural wonders offer us plenty of information and entertainment. These interesting hurricane facts will keep the water cooler conversations…
Ants may appear boring at first glance, but they’re actually fascinating creatures – being some of the oldest and smartest insects on Earth! Read on to gain more knowledge about these incredible beings. Ants have proven themselves the master colonizers among all animals. They have spread throughout all continents excluding Antarctica and Greenland as well…
Apis mellifera) is a social, flying insect with three components – queen, worker bees and drones. Workers possess stingers but drones do not. Bees are fascinating creatures with many incredible facts. Some are general while others address specific areas of scientific study or historical relevance – they can even recognize faces! 1. They have five…
Russia is one of the largest countries in the world and vodka is one of its signature beverages; but did you know there are also numerous interesting facts about this fascinating nation that you might not be aware of? Russia used rugs on walls as an effective way of soundproofing rooms back then; while their…
France boasts one of the finest literary cultures worldwide, boasting world-renowned authors like Victor Hugo, Honore de Balzac, Alexandre Dumas and Jules Verne as among its native literary talents. Escargot (snails) are a delicacy and popular food choice in France, even being required as train ticket vouchers! 1. The Louvre is the largest art museum…
