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Japan is organized into nine regions, each of which is further subdivided into 47 smaller prefectures. The governor is the elected head of government for each prefecture. Prefectures are divided into cities and districts, which are subdivided further into towns and villages. The Japanese economy is the world’s third-largest. Its GDP topped the $5 trillion mark in 2018. Japan’s manufacturing and export-oriented economy are built on government-industry solid cooperation and cutting-edge technological know-how....

The Location of the Coldest Point The coldest point of the Mississippi River is located near the headwaters of the river in northern Minnesota. Specifically, it can be found in Itasca State Park, where the river begins its long journey to the Gulf of Mexico. This area is known for its cold and snowy winters, with temperatures regularly dropping below freezing from November through March. Generally speaking, water can’t get below freezing point before it turns to ice, so once a river dips below that threshold, it doesn’t get any colder!...

Are there any Venomous or Poisonous Animals in Kentucky? Venomous Snakes in Kentucky Copperhead: The copperhead snake can be found throughout the state but keeps to itself. It would rather blend in with its surroundings than fight so there are very few incidents of copperheads biting people. They are reddish-brown and can be anywhere from 8 to 40”.Western Cottonmouth: Cottonmouth snakes in Kentucky are only located in the western part of the state usually in or around water....

What is the Deepest Lake in South Dakota? The deepest lake in South Dakota is Lake Oahe. This man-made reservoir is the deepest lake and the biggest lake in South Dakota. It stretches from Bismark, ND down to Pierre, SD. The lake extends about 231 miles from end to end. How Deep is the Deepest Lake in South Dakota? The deepest lake in South Dakota is 205 feet deep at the deepest point....

The Largest Christmas Tree Ever The story of the largest Christmas tree ever starts with the Northgate Shopping Center in Washington. In the early 1950s, the Northgate Center was just getting on its feet. The problem, however, was that this shopping center was a new, modern type of shopping experience. In addition, it was built just north of Seattle’s city limits at the time. It was a revolutionary and ambitious project — the first designated suburban “shopping mall” in the United States....

For example, there are 16 species of Old World coral snakes, and there are more than 65 known New World species. There are three genera of New World coral snakes: Leptomicrurus, Micruroides, and Micrurus. Micrurus has the most New World coral snake species, 80. They stretch from Florida to Argentina. But just two species live in America. The eastern coral snake, or Micrurus fulvius, dwells in the southeastern U.S. and can be found from North Carolina to Mississippi....

Don’t worry though, a very small number of these snakes are venomous. In reality, most of these snakes are relatively harmless. Many are just fascinating to look at, whether they are big or small. What is the largest snake ever to be found in Georgia? Let’s find out! Snakes that are Native to Georgia A few venomous snakes that are native to Georgia include the copperhead snake, the Eastern diamondback rattlesnake, the cottonmouth snake, the pygmy rattlesnake, the timber rattlesnake, and the Eastern coral snake....

What Is the Gulf of Mexico? The Gulf of Mexico, or the Spanish Golfo de México, is a body of partly inland waters around southeastern North America. The Strait of Florida connects the Gulf of Mexico to the Atlantic Ocean. Both channels are about 100 miles wide. The Gulf’s maximum east-west and north-south extents are approximately 1,100 miles and 800 miles, respectively, covering an area of ​​roughly 600,000 square miles. The Gulf of Mexico borders the southern coast of the United States to the northwest, north, and northeast and the eastern coast of Mexico to the west, south, and southeast....

Several small reptiles live in the United States. It is common for smaller snakes to be fossorial and spend their lives underground. In the wild, snakes can be elusive, and the smallest type of snake found in America is also one of the most secretive. What is the Smallest Snake in America? The blind snake is the smallest type of snake you can find in America, and around 5 different species inhabit the US....

Where Do Bald Eagles Go During Winter? Bald eagles are partial migrants, with some populations living year-round in their environments and others traveling long distances during the winter. Bald eagles inhabit most of Canada and the United States, and those that live along the coasts (or near abundant food and water supplies) tend to stay where they are all year. But birds that live more inland are prone to migration. Much of the bald eagle population in Canada migrates to the United States during winter and will stop anywhere with enough food and water, typically along the coast or near open water....

When you delve a little deeper into the science, there is more to this behavior than you may have realized. Dogs Love Smelling Things! Before we go any further, it’s important to realize that dogs have a very different attitude to smelling things compared to humans. Once we understand this, it is much easier to get why they are sticking their nose in our crotch! Smelling is a very important sense for dogs....

Hence, it is only natural that we feel rather curious about these rather placid avians. How long do ducks live? Depending on the breed, ducks can live anywhere from five to ten years on average, but they can live up to twenty years if properly cared for. In part, the lifespan of a duck is determined by its genetics. However, there are many human-controlled elements that can influence the outcome of their longevity....

The largest bear to ever exist was the Arctotherium angustidens, the 4000-pound bear that trumps the polar bear that stands at an average of 1300 pounds. For the sake of this article, we shall refer to these massive bears as Arctotherium. These bears are an extinct genus of Pleistocene short-face bears that were endemic to Central and Southern America. The closest living relative to Arctotherium is the spectacled bear of South America....

Currently, The International Cat Association (TICA) recognizes 73 different domestic species of exotic cats. Sources vary on just which exotic cats are the rarest of those breeds, so we’ve compiled a list of 10 of the most interesting breeds found among the top 30 most expensive and most rare, exotic cats: #9: LaPerm Though not one of the more expensive of the cats on this list, LaPerm gets a place here because of its unusual origins....

In this article, we will address everything you need to know about snowfall in Idaho, including when the first amounts of snow typically occur. We will also go over some of the average temperatures in the state as well as the locations that tend to experience the most snow. Let’s get started! Understanding First Snow in Idaho On average, Idaho experiences its first snowfall before the end of November, sometimes even toward the beginning of the month....

In this post, we’ll look at eight important differences between the Frenchton and the French Bulldog in terms of looks, traits, and health factors. Let’s get started! Frenchton Vs. French Bulldog: A Comparison Key Differences Between Frenchton and French Bulldog Both the Frenchton and the French Bulldog seem very similar and are almost the same size. However, upon close investigation, you will see the main difference between the two is distinct physical qualities that distinguish them from one another....

Several vulnerable, endangered, and fragile marine species, including marbled murrelet, brown pelican, southern sea otter, southern steelhead, and blue, gray, and humpback whales, can be found in the Santa Barbara Channel. A large number of marine species can be found in the area’s acres of huge kelp forests and seagrass meadows. A Youtube channel under the name “theMalibuartist” shoots incredible footage of this beautiful area. One of their videos has amassed nearly three million views and shows stunning images of humpback whales....

In addition to producing delicious drinks and food, hibiscus plants are a favorite of landscapers in warmer climates because of their beautiful flowers. However, you may sometimes find hibiscus flowers growing on small trees. At other times, they seem to grow on shrubs. Is there a difference between the two plants? If so, how can you tell apart a hibiscus bush from a hibiscus tree? This article discusses hibiscus bushes and hibiscus trees....

You’ll still have some trouble telling them apart, but you might know what elements to seek when you’re trying to identify them. Comparing a House Finch and a House Sparrow The 6 Key Differences Between a House Finch vs House Sparrow The greatest differences between a house finch and a house sparrow include their diet, bills, and distribution. The house finch lives in North America and Mexico, has a thicker, gray beak compared to the house sparrow, and are herbivorous, but the house sparrow lives in the Americas, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Oceania, is an opportunistic omnivore, and has a more conical beak compared to the house finch....

How Many Grizzly Bears Live in Yellowstone National Park? About 150 grizzly bears live in ranges that are partly or entirely contained within Yellowstone National Park. Since 1996, the annual cub birth rate has remained stable, implying that the grizzly population in the habitat range may already be at capacity. The number of grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem increased from 136 in 1975 to an estimated peak of 757 in 2014, and the estimated bear population for 2019 was 728....