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The geography of the state is varied today. However, in the Paleozoic era, Arkansas was covered by seawater. Only during the Permian period the state’s territory was dry land. At the same time, completely different species of animals used to live here. One notable mention is Arkansaurus, which bears the state’s name. If you want to learn more about the animals that lived in Arkansas but are now extinct, keep on reading because we’ll give you some interesting facts!...

Unfortunately, climate change is a more pressing issue for Fiji than some other countries, which will eventually affect the fish in the region. As a collection of islands, the country is uniquely vulnerable to rising sea levels and extreme weather. The country hopes to become a zero-emissions country by the year 2050. However, the reduction in the effects of climate change depends on a concerted global effort. Fiji actually consists of more than 300 islands, of which more than 100 are inhabited....

With this many people living in the country, it is okay to wonder what the country’s most populated cities are. Also, for intending tourists, knowing the country’s most populated cities would help in navigating this foreign terrain, and for people who enjoy solitude, it would help give insight into what areas to avoid the most. This article lists some of the most populated cities in Tanzania. 1. Dar es Salaam – 7,405,000 Commonly known as Dar, Dar es Salaam is the largest city in Tanzania, with a population of over seven million people....

Nigeria is a West-African country on the Gulf of Guinea. It’s bordered to the west by Benin, Chad, and Cameroon to the east, the Gulf of Guinea to the south, and Niger to the north. As you might have guessed, the weather is tropical with varying wet and dry seasons, depending on where you visit in Nigeria. Perhaps the most interesting feature of the oil-rich country is its people. With an estimated population of more than 200 million people, Nigeria is home to 36 states and over 250 ethnic groups....

There really aren’t that many dangerous animals in Indiana, but farming accidents involving animals is a big concern, especially with larger animals like horses and cattle. Off the farm there are a few animals to be aware of in Indiana as well. Learning how to identify the states venomous snakes may help prevent any dangerous encounters. Let’s take a look at some of the deadliest animals in Indiana (probably not ducklings though)....

What is the Deepest Lake in Kentucky? The deepest lake in Kentucky is Herrington Lake. That may surprise you since the namesake Kentucky Lake is the biggest, but Kentucky Lake is only 74 feet at the deepest point. Herrington Lake is 249 feet deep at its deepest point! The lake is located about 70 miles southeast of Louisville, KY and is not one of the biggest lakes at all. Herrington Lake is only 3....

Lake Champlain, an enormous lake on the New York-Vermont border, is one of the largest lakes in the US running 120 miles long. But which one of these lakes is the deepest? Sometimes smaller lakes are actually deeper than larger ones. Let’s find out about the deepest lake in New York. What is the Deepest Lake in New York? The deepest lake in New York is Lake Ontario. Although Lake Ontario is the smallest of the Great Lakes it is deeper than Lake Erie and Lake Huron....

There are invasive species within Florida as well. Three of these non-native species have already established breeding populations. They play a significant role in the ecosystem. However, one introduced species is probably hurting Florida’s native wildlife in the Everglades. Let’s find out the largest python ever caught in Florida! What is the largest python ever caught in Florida? In 2020, snake hunters captured an enormous Burmese python (Python bivittatus) in Florida....

Vine snakes appear in two colors; gray or brown species that inhabit the savannas or dry forests, and green species found primarily in rainforests. They have narrow heads and slender bodies with pointed snouts. Let’s discover the largest vine snake ever found! What’s the Largest Vine Snake Ever Found? Oxybelis fulgidus is the largest vine snake. Also known as the flatbread snake or green vine snake, Oxybelis fulgidus is a slender, elongated arboreal colubrid snake....

What kind of crocodile hunts sharks? The saltwater crocodile is one of the only crocodiles able to regularly kill and eat sharks. Crocodiles are some of the most durable and long-standing reptiles on earth. They’ve been around since the dinosaurs and have made it a point to survive through the harshest conditions. Crocs have thus adapted to become some of the best predators in the modern age. There are 24 recognized species of crocodilians (including alligators and caimans) and 14 species of “true” crocodiles....

Snow in Colorado Visiting Colorado in the winter guarantees snowfall of some kind. However, depending on your location, you could see a drastically different amount. Those on the eastern side of the state, which is usually flatter terrain, will likely find themselves faced with 45 to 55 inches of snow at the most. On the other hand, the western side of the state tends to have higher elevations with nearly twice as much snowfall, with an average of 126....

History of Houghton, MI Houghton County was named after Douglas Houghton, the first geologist in the state of Michigan. Between 1840-1841, Douglas Houghton surveyed the area and found several deposits of copper ore which then helped spark the greatest mining boom in American history. In 1843, the state of Michigan divided the upper peninsula in which the area of Houghton is located. Among six divisions in 1845, Houghton County was established....

For years, the practice of democracy has prevailed in the United States, giving the people control over the people in power and the ability to challenge laws that seem unfair. In other words, because the country is a recognized democratic state, its people also have the right to vote and be voted for and the right to impeach people in places of power. Although the U.S is a multi-party state, it has two primary parties, one of which is the Democratic Party, whose mascot is a donkey....

What do Foxes Eat? As we’ve already mentioned, foxes are opportunistic predators which is why it’s not surprising that people think their feline friends are under threat. But what do foxes actually eat? Foxes are omnivores so, despite their reputation, they actually eat a mixture of fruit and berries as well as prey animals. However, they are still skilled hunters and have an opportunistic nature – if they can catch it they will eat it....

There are even more differences between these two biting bugs, though you may not be able to tell by looking at them. In order to fully understand the differences between dog lice and fleas, you’ll need to check out various aspects of their lives. Let’s get started now. Comparing Dog Lice vs Fleas The Main Differences Between Dog Lice vs Fleas There are many key differences between dog lice vs fleas, though it can be difficult to tell these differences upon first glance....

We found this next clip on TikTok. It’s a doorbell camera with a view of this family’s front lawn. It’s winter and they live in an environment with tons of snow. It piles up several feet and it looks like it’s either dusk or dawn. There’s a pale blue light in the background and a front door light illuminating the space in front of the home just under an awning....

What Are Elephant Tusks? A tusk is simply a tooth that extends beyond the mouth, and like any other evolutionary trait, they’ve stuck around because they manage to be a useful utility tool for the creature. Elephants aren’t the only mammals with tusks either. Elephants are distantly related to the tusked woolly mammoths that existed millions of years ago — but tusks can also be found on walruses, pigs, and the rare narwhal....

But with the arrival of humans, extinctions are no longer the prerogative of nature. Humans gleefully hunted many species to extinction, though, admittedly, the belief systems of many cultures didn’t think hunting an animal to extinction was possible. When people understood that animals could be wiped out because humans wanted them for food or for their fur or feather or hides or to simply put their heads on the wall, species were still threatened by habitat destruction, pollution, poisoning, poaching, and climate change....

So, in this guide, we’ll discuss how to tell these similar-looking plants apart and go into detail about their unique characteristics, native ranges and habitats, ideal growing conditions, and toxicity levels. Read on to learn more! Golden Alexander vs. Wild Parsnip: A Quick Look Plant Classification While golden Alexander (Zizia aurea) and wild parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) are classified in their own genus and species, these herbaceous plants do belong to the same flowering plant family, Apiaceae....

With so much attributed to the Great Dane’s physical structures, you might wonder what goes on in their mouth; how many teeth they have, if they bite, how painful their bite can be, and most importantly how you can care for your pet Great Dane’s teeth. All of these and more will be discussed in this article, so sit back and have an excellent read! How Many Teeth Does the Great Dane Have?...