The difference between nature and nurture is an age-old scientific debate dealing with animals. Have you ever had a dog or cat, or even looked at someone else’s dog or cat and wondered is that animal that way naturally or…
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Chimpanzees are relatively large primates that are nearly covered in black hair. They have long arms, short legs and opposable thumbs and toes. They are known for their intelligence and their remarkable resemblance to humans. Like humans, chimpanzees are able…
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Complete metamorphosis is one of the three ways that insects reach the adult stage. Most insects, about 87%, undergo it. Butterflies and moths are the best known example of complete metamorphosis. Primitive insects hatch as miniature adults, and change only…
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“Animal Behavior Science Projects” by Nancy Woodard Cain Something children will love to have is this book of non-invasive experiments about animal behavior. It is the science fair’s alternative to putting animals in cages, wheels, balls and pens. Each subject…
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Books on animal behavior abound in libraries. Whether for children, university students or curious minded readers, there is a choice for everyone. They may be found in the biology, psychology and even self help sections. There are several that have…
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Sun bears are cute smallish bears that live around tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. They’re only 4 feet in length and weigh 60 to 130 lbs. They have a very long and slim tongue that reaches up to 8 inches….
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For millions of years, bees have been living in this world. Gathering nectar, making honey, defending it from hungry predators, and pollinating flowers has been a great part of their lives. As far as humans have grown, over time, they have…
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Dinosaurs inhabited earth million years ago. They weren’t able to survive due to some factors that caused their disappearance. There are theories as to how and why dinosaurs disappeared, but one thing scientists are sure of that these prehistoric animals…
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Although trolling for trophy striper might be a common favourite these days, every now and again another giant, rare and timeless oddity emerges from the cold dark Tanzanian waters off the East African coast of the Indian Ocean. Once news…
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The Red-crested Pochard is a bird, and it is the largest of all pochards. It grows to a size of about 57 cm, or 22 inches. It has a big, oval reddish-brown head. The bill is red and the abdomen and…
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