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Scientists stumbled upon a new primate in Myanmar‘s central forest. Called Popa langurs, the average individual sports grey fur on its back, white hair on its belly, and weighs about 18 pounds. Strikingly, they have light-colored patches around their eyes that look like permanent goggles! For years, researchers speculated about an undiscovered regional monkey, but an actual sighting eluded them. However, a team of crackerjack primatologists from Leiden, London, New York, and Singapore dug up old samples and stats that had sat dormant for decades and got to work....

One Georgia lake has paranormal stories and a dark past. Another sits high in the mountains at the bottom of a beautiful granite walled canyon. Georgia Power and the Army Corps of Engineers manage many of the lakes and surrounding areas providing full-service amenities for camping and boating. Wildlife is rampant in the state, and the lakes, surrounding recreational areas, and forests provide a home to tons of animals and birds....

The Main Difference Between Pensacola Bahia Grass vs. Argentine Bahia grasses are sun-loving perennial grasses. The two species Pensacola and Argentine are popular in drought-prone areas and the main differences between them are their foliage and growing seasons. Argentine’s foliage is dark green, dense, and has fewer seed heads so it’s a popular choice for lawns, but Pensacola starts growing early in spring, grows for a longer period than Argentine and is better able to cope with some shade....

You also need to decide how many mice you want to have, and if your intentions are to breed them or simply add a new companion to your home. Here are some things you need to know about the care of pet mice. 1. Choosing a Mouse Species Every mouse species is not meant to be a pet. Fancy mice are the most common type that you will find in stores, but they are the closest to a house mouse....

The polar bear is also one of the most iconic animals in the world, known for its distinctive white fur and majestic presence. These giant, strong bears closely connect with sea, land, ice, and sky and can help you navigate various situations. If you feel close to these Arctic creatures, this article’s for you. Keep reading to learn all about polar bear spirit animal meaning and symbolism. What Is the Meaning of the Polar Bear Spirit Animal?...

Walvis Bay is a coastal town next to the aptly named Pelican Point. It has a tidal lagoon that is home to many species including pelicans and flamingos. As well as passenger boats as we see in this video, there are plenty of fishing boats and larger ships. Wherever there is fish, you are likely to find seals and sea lions! All About Pelicans Pelicans are large and stocky birds that are known for their big and uniquely shaped bills and the huge amount of fish that they consume in one day....

Comparing a skipjack tuna and an albacore tuna The 6 main differences between a skipjack tuna and an albacore tuna The main difference between skipjack and albacore tuna is their size, appearance, and culinary usage, especially in the United States. Skipjack are smaller, considered lower quality, and are caught in much higher numbers than albacore tuna. Tuna is an interesting food as it can make up some of the most high-priced cuisines in the world or it can come in a can on a grocery store shelf....

What is a Fainting Goat? Fainting goats are a breed of goat within the genus Capra in the family Bovidae. They suffer from a genetic condition called myotonic congenita. This makes them appear to faint when frightened or startled. Despite this unusual malady, fainting goats look much like any other kind of goat. Other names for fainting goats include: Myotonic goatTennessee fainting goatTennessee wooden-leg goatFalling goatStiff-legged goatNervous goat The breed developed in Tennessee in the 1880s after a farmer brought over a buck and 3 does....

Here, we’ll discover just what kind of teeth stingrays have, and what they use those teeth for. We’ll go in depth on the stingrays’ tooth cycles, whether or not they have sharp teeth, and just how they go about processing their food. Then, we’ll take a closer look at the structure of their jaws, and what their fascinating teeth are actually made of. Do Stingrays Have Teeth? It might be hard to imagine, given how generally gelatinous stingrays look, but yes–they do have teeth....

It’s clear why mushrooms are so popular in cuisine. They’re nutritious and simply delicious. But which mushrooms are the best for cooking? With so many species out there, it can be difficult to pick a mushroom that would be ideal for your specific recipe. In this article, we’ll break down 10 of the best culinary mushrooms out there that would be perfect for cooking virtually any meal that calls for mushrooms....

In this article, we will give you some of the best Bonsai trees to try growing outdoors, regardless of your region. These trees typically can’t be grown indoors, despite their miniature size. However, once you select a species that appeals to you and works well in your outdoor climate, all that’s left to do is start growing! The 12 Best Outdoor Bonsai Trees Given that all Bonsai trees are just miniature versions of their full-size counterparts, knowing how to take care of the specific tree species you’re interested in is step one....

Before we dive into our list, let’s first look at what perennial plants are and the most common types you can grow. Knowing the type of perennial will help you better understand each plant’s growth habits. What Are Perennial Plants? Perennials are plants that live over two years and overwinter well in a garden or container. Unlike annuals, perennials don’t need replanting each season. Perennial plants come in many different types, including the following:...

The leaves first begin to change in the northwestern regions of Maryland, often in the middle of September. Toward the end of September leaves in north-central Maryland begin to change as well. Some leaves may wait until October to start showing their new colors. Southern Maryland sees fall colors emerge around late October. It may still have colorful fall trees all the way through November. Maryland’s Eastern Shore is often the state’s fall foliage finale....

Do alligators live in Georgia? Although it isn’t common knowledge, alligators do, in fact, live in Georgia! These scaly reptiles need warm, sunny places to live due to their cold-blooded nature. As a result, alligators live across the southeast, particularly in the coastal regions of the states. There are 10 states in the US that have native gator populations, and Georgia happens to be one of them. While the top three states are quite famous for having gators (Louisana, Florida, and Texas), Georgia is number four on the list....

The Flag of Gabon: What Does it Look Like? The flag of Gabon is pretty recognizable due to its unique coloration and clear design decisions. The flag of Gabon is a horizontally symmetrical tricolor of three equal bands of green, yellow and blue. The green band is located at the top, the yellow is in the middle, and the blue is at the bottom. The green is rich and dark, representing the country’s abundant forests....

Bears Climbing an Icy Rock Face In the opening sequences, we see a mother bear and her cub climbing up a treacherous slope of rocks, ice and snow. They are moving incredibly fast given how steep the incline is and this baby bear has clearly already acquired some impressive climbing skills. The drone footage gives us a unique perspective and an appreciation for just how dangerous this climb is. There are very few flat ledges and many of the rocks are loose – we can see them falling away from underneath the bears’ feet....

The people shooting the short clip wisely stayed in their car during the entire encounter. “Oh, she’s mad,” says the woman. It’s not clear if she has her own children or not. But if she does, chances are that she can relate to this bear mama and has felt that same frustration when an unruly cub or toddler just won’t listen. “Yeah, she’s trying to get him to follow,” replies the man....

Great Danes, Canis lupus familiaris, are a giant breed of canines. Whereas maned wolves are the only species belonging to the genus Chrysocon. Both belong to the dog family; however, maned wolves only exist in the wild. It’s fascinating to compare the domesticated Danes’ life to the fast-paced maned wolf’s. They have tenacious spirits and special ways of communicating with the ones they care about. Keep reading as we dive into all of the key differences between a maned wolf vs Great Dane....

In the article below, we answer those questions. But first, it is helpful to understand a few mountain lion basics. What Are Mountain Lions? Mountain lions (Puma concolor) are also called panthers, pumas, cougars, and catamounts. The common name changes regionally. There were fifteen known subspecies of the mountain lion scattered throughout the Americas originally. Now, there are significantly fewer large cats found. The fascinating felines are one of the largest cats in the entire Western Hemisphere....

Background of the Nile River The Nile River is 4,132 miles long with a river basin that covers approximately 1.29 million square miles or 10% of the continent of Africa. The basin is divided into seven main regions, and it lies in countries like Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda, to name a few. The main streams that combine to create the Nile River are the Blue Nile, the Atbara, and the White Nile....