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In this article, we will address everything you need to know about both the Weimaraner and the Doberman. We will discuss their physical differences so that you can learn how to tell them apart upon first glance. We will also address their ancestries and behavioral differences in case you are considering adopting either these two breeds. Let’s get started now! Comparing Weimaraner vs Doberman Key Differences Between Weimaraner vs Doberman There are many key differences between the Weimaraner and the Doberman....

Adult humpbacks emerge every seven to fifteen minutes on average. Every three to five minutes, calves must swim to the surface to breathe. To propel themselves out of the water, humpback whales use the robust fluke, their tail fin. Additionally, humpback whales appear to breach more often than many other whale species. Right after giving birth, mother humpback whales raise their newborn calves to the surface so they may take their first breaths....

Bed bugs are very hard to get rid of because they like to hide in small spaces such as wall cracks, floors, or mattress seams during the day and then come out at night to feed. If you are battling a current bed bug infestation consult this guide for bed bug removal. Their bites can cause pain and swelling symptoms all over the skin. Bed bugs are native to most areas of the globe and appear to spread quickly from increased human travel....

The head of a copperhead is usually broad and copper-colored, while the lower or underside is typically pink in color. Copperheads are similar to other snakes, and knowledge about what they eat is an excellent way to differentiate them from others. In this article, you will learn fascinating things about what exactly copperheads eat, how they eat, and how they find food in their habitats. What Do Copperheads Eat? Being predominantly carnivores, copperheads eat meat....

Ranging from gray to black in color, these tiny insects sport long legs and strong antennae. They’re so small, that adult gnats are often mistaken for baby flies, even though they are actually fully grown. Usually found in large groups, gnats can be identified in the swarms they hang out in at night. Only growing to about 2.5 millimeters long, it may be hard to believe that these tiny insects can even find anything to eat....

They used to be limited to the arid regions of Mexico and the southwestern United States, including deserts, grassland, chaparral, and other open areas. House finches are classified as birds in the Aves class, and they are members of the Fringillidae family. It is believed that there are between 267 million and 1.7 billion House Finches found all throughout North America. However, this is just an estimate as their population may actually be far larger....

We’re going to explore the vast array of foods that seagulls prefer and look at what they eat when the weather becomes colder, and they have fewer meals to choose from. Don’t worry too much about their wintertime eating habits, though; these birds can find a meal all year long. What Foods Do Seagulls Eat? Seagulls eat fish, insects, reptiles, rodents, and many other types of foods. These omnivorous birds are highly effective scavengers and hunters....

Most trout, such as lake trout, live exclusively in freshwater lakes, rivers, and streams. Others, such as rainbow trout, live their entire lives in freshwater or spend two or three years at sea before returning to freshwater to breed. These fish have long been a popular food source for both humans as well as sport fishing. So, what exactly does this highly consumed fish eat? You’ll be surprised to find that they’re far from picky eaters....

At this point, you’re probably asking: what even is an axolotl, anyway? Why they’ve evolved to look and behave so differently than the frogs and other salamanders they’re related to? Well, it’s actually a bit complicated. To clear things up, let’s take an in-depth look at how we classify these unique creatures. Are Axolotls Fish, Salamanders, or Something Else? Axolotls are fully aquatic salamanders. They are currently part of the Ambystomatidae family within the order Urodela....

Armyworms: How to Identify the Insects It can be difficult to find identifying marks on newly hatched caterpillars. The older larvae have unique strips running along the length of the body. Fall armyworms have yellow stripes over brown bodies. Beet armyworms have green bodies with light stripes. The adult is a gray, mottled month with a wingspan of 1½ inch and a small white dot at the center of their forewing....

Today, we’re going to take a closer look at the situation. We’ll show you where these serpents usually live, why their range is changing, and what to do if you encounter one. What Are Sea Snakes? As their name suggests, sea snakes are snakes that live in the ocean. More than 60 species of these reptiles exist. They come from Elapidae, the cobra family. Some of them are true sea snakes that come from the subfamily Hydrophiinae....

In this article, we will go over everything you need to know about visiting Yellowstone National Park during the month of December, including what the weather is like. We will also go over all of the pros and cons of visiting this park during this time of year, and give you some recommendations as to some popular activities, no matter how cold it is outside. Let’s get started and talk all about Yellowstone in December now!...

As our list of the animals with the biggest eyes in the world shows, perhaps we should include creatures in the wild as well. Housepets like dogs and cats have amazing ways of letting us know what they may be feeling simply by staring at our faces. And who looks the other way when being eyeballed by a colossal squid? The fascination humankind has with the concept of eye contact is fascinating....

The Mesozoic era featured the advent of dinosaurs and the Jurassic period saw them rise to the top of the food chain. Dinosaurs ruled the land and the oceans, and they evolved more species. Some dinosaurs from earlier stages also flourished with the dawn of dinosaur dominance. Pachycephalosaurus is one of the dinosaurs from the early Mesozoic era. It evolved before the Jurassic period when dinosaurs dominated. This dinosaur was unique for its thick skull that was first mistaken for a dinosaur kneecap....

Today we’ll talk about the twelve smallest frogs in the world. Where do they live, what do they look like, and what sets them apart from other frogs. 12. Paedophryne kathismaphlox Discovered in 2002, these frogs live in Papua New Guinea. They live in leaf litter on forest floors and are just 10.4-10.9 mm in length. They are dark brown and black in color with speckled skin. 11. Mini scule These frogs have the perfect scientific names!...

This article lists the most dangerous, venomous and poisonous insects that cause disease and death as opposed to those whose bites or stings cause pain, even mind-boggling pain, but no other side effects. The list also leaves out insects that are not directly harmful to people but can be harmful in other ways, such as locusts that strip fields of crops in a night. Read on to learn about the most venomous insects and the deadliest bugs in the world:...

1. Gordon Setter Named for the Scottish nobleman Alexander Gordon, this black and tan bird dog has been around since the 1600s. Descended from collies and bloodhounds developed on Duke Gordon’s estate, this beautiful dog is the only setter whose origins are in Scotland. A dog of good size, it stands 24.5 to 26 inches high at the shoulder and weighs between 56 and 65 pounds. It has a silky and glossy coat of uncommon beauty with well-feathered legs and tail....

In a recent video, we see that humans are not the only animals to get into arguments. Sea lions do too! It all begins with four sea lions at the Denver Zoo. These four are sitting on their rock enjoying their day when clearly, an argument breaks out. Humans haven’t cracked the code to translate sea lion-speak into English, but sometimes body language is all you need! In fact, sea lions may not speak human languages, but they are some of the most advanced communicators on the planet....

Scientists who study living animals use the scientific method and established data sets to determine information about existing species. Cryptozoologists use methods like local folklore, urban legends, and anecdotal evidence. Many cryptozoology claims are therefore rejected by those with a more scientific mind. However, it is fun to think about whether or not bigfoot is real! Examples of Cryptids So, what are cryptids anyways? Here are some of the most popular examples:...

Here, we’ll take a closer look at just what people mean when they talk about cockroach larvae. Then, we’ll go over the entire lifespan, and life stages, of a cockroach. We’ll go into detail about what cockroach larvae look like, and how you can identify them. Finally, we’ll cover all the methods you can use to get rid of roach larvae, and how you can prevent them from growing up in your home or business altogether....