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The Ancient Sea Lord that Patrolled the Deep Thalassomedon was one of the largest elasmosaurids that lived 95 million years ago. What would cause someone to find a fossil and nickname it the “sea lord”? How about a 36-foot creature with a massive neck that could have weighed up to five tons! Thalassomedon literally translates to sea lord in Greek (thalassa, “sea” and Greek, medon, “lord” or “ruler”). It was first discovered and officially named in 1943, although it was around a very long time before that....

Mondo grass and liriope are two different ground cover plants used in landscaping. Though neither is actually a grass, both are known colloquially as “monkey grass” and are often confused with each other. However, there are several physical differences and reasons why mondo grass and liriope are each suitable for different landscaping needs. At first glance, the two have much in common. They grow close to the ground, are resilient to changes in temperature, spread rapidly, and are difficult to kill....

Here is the mountain lion population by state: Meet the Mountain Lion The mountain lion (Puma concolor) is also known as the cougar, panther, or puma. The cougar is one of the big cat species native to North America. Some people call it “America’s lion.” The mountain lion is a large, slender cat whose coat ranges from tawny yellow to dark brown. It is a fierce, agile predator that has adapted well to many different environments....

Oyster mushrooms are pretty incredible fungi, and they are great for beginner foragers because they grow in many different places and are easily identifiable. In this guide, we’ll break down the basics of oyster mushrooms, from what they are to what they look like to how to grow them at home. Information About Oyster Mushrooms Oyster Mushrooms: Classification Oyster mushrooms are classified as pleurotus ostreatus. As part of the pleurotus genus, they are related to a number of gilled mushrooms such as the king oyster mushroom and the tarragon oyster mushroom....

Comparing a Pelican and a Stork The 6 Key Differences Between a Pelican vs Stork The greatest differences between a pelican and stork include their size, bills, and feet. Pelicans are larger than storks by a rather significant amount. Pelicans can weigh between 9lbs and 30lbs, far greater than the maximum weight of 7.3lbs that a stork can reach. Aside from their size, the two birds have vastly different bills. The pelican’s bill has a pouch, but the stork’s bill does not....

Let’s get started! Comparing a pocket pitbull and a pitbull The 5 main differences between a Pocket Pitbull and a Pit bull The main differences between a Pocket Pitbull and a pit bull are their size, breed origin, and living requirements. Pocket Pitbulls are a relatively newer hybrid that are ultimately crossed from the (in)famous pitbull breeds. As such, the distinction between a Pocket Pitbull and a true pit bull is quite variable....

This short clip shows a hippo dominating a cheetah as the smaller animal tries to run past. Cheetahs can reach speeds up to 60 mph or more. That’s as fast as many cars on the highway! However, they can only get to top speed for short bursts. Think of these animals as the world’s best sprinters but the worst marathon runners. This helps them take down prey, even those that are also speedy....

Despite their different nutritional profiles, some people use the terms split peas and lentils interchangeably. However, these foods are not interchangeable. So what is the difference between lentils and split peas? Let’s take a closer look at this overview of these two legumes. Split Peas vs. Lentils: Comparison Main Differences Between Split Peas and Lentils Split peas and lentils are both healthy, protein-rich legumes that can be used to make delicious, nutritious, fiber-rich soups and other dishes....

Below, we’ve listed the 10 cleanest lakes in the United States to help you plan your next relaxing trip! 1. Lake George, New York Lake George, known as the “Queen of American Lakes,” is 32 miles long and widely considered one of the country’s most beautiful and cleanest lakes. Each year, the deep blue waters of Lake George, located in the southern Adirondack State Park, attract over 50,000 summer tourists....

What Is a River? A river is a flowing body of water with defined boundaries that drains into another body of water. Rivers are made of several different parts, including: River Basin (Drainage Basin, Watershed): an area of land where precipitation accumulates and flows into a river.Headwaters (Source): the streams or lakes that provide water at the earliest part of the river.Flow: refers to the water comprising the river or to the water’s direction of travel....

What Are the Best Fish to Catch in South Dakota? It’s hard to look at any number of fish and say that they’re better than others, but that’s not the goal of this article. Instead, we want to show you some of the best fish to catch in South Dakota based on their availability in the summer along with other factors like size and difficulty to obtain. That way, a beginning angler can still catch a good fish while experts can pursue fish that are tougher to catch....

If you’re new to the city, or maybe you’re just visiting temporarily, and you come equipped with a furry (or scaly) companion, then you might want to check out some of San Antonio’s best pet-friendly events. Here, we’ll take a look a some of the funnest, best loved of all the pet-friendly events in San Antonio. Keep reading to find out just what you and your canine companion can get up to in this incredible city!...

You can make many memories on your long journey and perhaps make lifetime friends. It is also a way of interacting with nature because you can pass through national parks and view wildlife from the train. Trans-Siberian is the longest train trip in the world at seven days long. It travels 10,214 km across 16 major rivers, 876 stations, and 87 cities. Things to Do on Your Long Train Trip In the 1970s, an American travel writer, Paul Theroux, decided to travel from England to Asia entirely by rail....

1. Lake Buchanan Lake Buchanan is technically not in Austin, but it is just a short hour and a half away. Anyone who lives in Texas is used to traveling far since the state is so large! This lake has an area of 22,333 acres. The maximum depth of the lake is 132 feet. It is an artificially created lake that was formed with the Buchanan Dam in 1938. While most of the lake is used for fishing striped bass and white bass, there are multiple designated swimming areas to cool off during the hot Texas summer days....

1) Boston Harbor Islands: Peddocks Island Camping For a unique camping experience, take the Ferry out to Peddocks Island, one of the 34 islands that makes up the Boston Harbor Islands State and National Park. Here you can rent one of the Yurts to camp on the island in a “glamping” fashion. The yurts are furnished with bunk beds, table and chairs and have electricity but no water. There are composting toilets nearby and running water/flush toilets at the visitor center....

1. The Aristocats The Aristocats is a beloved animated Disney movie from 1970. It stars a delicate and elegant Parisian cat, Duchess, who was left her deceased owner’s entire estate upon her death. However, a nefarious butler, charged with caring for the cat and her three kittens, dumped the cats in the country to take the money for himself. Luckily, she meets Thomas O’Malley, a suave alley cat who shows her the ways of survival and helps her make it back to Paris....

Collins Creek Courtesy of a restoration pipe that was built following the construction of the Greers Ferry dam, this freezing cold stream emerges from Greers Ferry Lake. The creek includes cascading falls and plenty of spots to unwind and cool down after a day of fishing or trekking. It is more of a wading creek than a swimming area. The sole natural trout stream in Arkansas is Collins Creek, which has both brown and rainbow trout....

You might not think of Las Vegas as a city with a lot of swimming options given its desert surroundings. But you’ll be shocked by how many fantastic swimming locations there are in and around the city! Browse these prime swim sites in Las Vegas if you want to escape the sun’s merciless rays. Mandalay Bay Beach The beach at Mandalay Bay offers a whole, tropical, aquatic resort rather than just a pool....

Overall Run In the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia, Overall Run is well renowned for possessing the park’s biggest waterfall, which is 93 feet high. They are magnificent and lovely when the creek is flowing strongly in the spring. The falls are only a murmur of water in the summer. Even yet, the flow is sufficient to fill a network of three interconnected swimming holes that are two miles downstream; one of the pools can reach a depth of more than seven feet....

To boot, researchers have yet to clock the speeds of every earthly species. Plus, there’s still some disagreement in the scientific community regarding the methodologies used for some of the current standings. Though some findings may be up for debate, we’re going to take a look at the fastest animal in the world, as well as the runners-up. Fastest Bird: Peregrine Falcon — Top Speed 242 MPH The peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus), aka the duck hawk, is the fastest animal in the world....