China is one of the oldest civilizations, boasting an uninterrupted culture that dates back 4,000 years. Some interesting facts about its history include: Chiang Kai-shek fled to Taiwan as the leader of the Nationalist Party guerilla force in 1949 and led his forces through 18 years of bloody civil warfare against both Red Army and…
Rabbits are far more complex creatures than what popular culture portrays them to be, with capabilities far exceeding just eating carrots. Rabbits can dig sophisticated tunnels, have 360-degree vision and even consume their own waste products! Sleeping with eyes open helps protect them from predators. And when happy, rabbits leap in the air twisting their…
South Africa is home to one of the fastest land mammals on earth – the Cheetah. Additionally, one of its oldest mountains – Table Mountain in Cape Town – stands as evidence. South Africa is divided into nine provinces, each with their own capital city: Pretoria as executive capital; Cape Town for legislative affairs and…
The savanna is an expansive grassland where wildlife flourishes. This landscape features termite mounds and kopjes – rocky outcrops which may seem innocuous but serve an important ecological function – making the savanna home to millions of diverse organisms that contribute to its ecosystems. Herbivorous animals (plant eaters) such as zebras, wildebeests, gazelles and giraffes…
Argentina never ceases to amaze and mesmerize; be it through its vibrant tango dancers, delicious cuisine or captivating political history. Below you can discover 15 fun facts about this South American nation! Argentina is home to some of the highest mountains, vast deserts and breathtaking waterfalls. Additionally, Argentina is an acclaimed wine producer and popular…
Southern Africa holds many interesting facts that you might not already be aware of, such as being home to one of the tallest animals on earth and boasting an acclaimed wine route. South Africa is located at the southernmost point of Africa. It shares borders with six neighboring countries: Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Eswatini and…
Rome wasn’t built overnight; and neither was its epic history. It tells the tale of how a small village became one of the greatest empires on Earth. Romans were well known to display a more wild side than most cultures; their sexual appetite for women was especially notorious – legalization allowed for multiple mistresses per…
Insects are some of the most fascinating animals on Earth, boasting an amazing diversity. While most insects share common traits such as hard exoskeletons and three body segments (head, thorax and abdomen), each insect also stands out in their own special way. Did you know, for instance, that praying mantis can swivel their heads 180…
Zebras are one of the continent’s most iconic animals. These wild, horse-like creatures inhabit herds across Southern and Eastern Africa and thrive as herd animals. They don’t exhibit selective eating behavior and can graze on various types of greenery without difficulty. Their flexible diet has even enabled them to digest tough cellulose sources. Zebra stripes…
