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What is the Current Water Level in Lake Powell? Lake Powell is at 3,523.35 feet above sea level. This has dipped below the “buffer elevation” that was agreed upon during the 2019’s Drought Contingency Plan. This level was set as a red flag to give researchers and scientist’s time to develop a more in depth plan to address the continued drought. The next red flag level is called the Minimum Power Pool which is the level that experts think that the equipment that generates the electricity inside the dam would be damaged....

In this article, you will learn about the strength of a polar bear and its mighty bite. The Arctic is a unique habitat filled with animals suited to survive the freezing cold. Foxes, arctic hares, walrus, and even the majestic narwhal live in the arctic. Still, polar bears are the top apex predator in their habitat. Let’s learn how strong a polar bear’s bite is and other amazing facts about this animal....

Keep reading to learn five astounding facts about the baby hammerhead shark and to check out some seriously adorable pictures! #1: A Baby Hammerhead Shark is Called a Pup! When you think of the word pup, chances are the first thing that comes to mind is a baby dog. Or perhaps you know that baby seals, mice, and even squirrels are called the same. But did you know that a baby hammerhead shark is called a pup?...

#1: A Baby Robin is Called a Hatchling! Did you know that a baby robin is called a hatchling? It’s true! These tiny birds hatch from eggs, which is where they get their nicknames. However, they aren’t the only baby animals called this! Other baby birds, baby crocodiles, and even baby turtles are also called hatchlings. Baby robins can also be called nestlings or fledglings, depending on their age and stage of development....

The honey badger gained more attention in recent years for being ruthless, cunning, and inexhaustible thanks to viral videos about it. While strong and possessing great defenses, a match against the wolverine would be interesting. For better or worse, these two creatures do not meet in the wild. The wolverine lives in North America and Russia while the honey badger lives in Africa, the Middle East, and India. Still, we are going to see compare the data and show what would happen in a match between a wolverine vs honey badger based on scientific facts with a pinch of educated guesswork....

There’s nothing quite as spectacular as what one person captured during their stay at a private game reserve. An elephant in the desert heard the sound of lapping water and was likely enticed by the possibility of getting a drink. A video posted by ViralHog on Youtube Shorts features a group of people relaxing in a pool while on vacation. You can see a woman sitting on the pool’s edge as she looks over her shoulder....

In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about Yellowstone National Park weather during the months of March. We will address the average temperatures during this time of year, as well as the average precipitation. Additionally, we will discuss what there is to do in this National Park during this time, as well as what might be unavailable to you. Let’s get started now! What is the Weather Like in Yellowstone in March?...

What Are the Best Fish to Catch in Maine? As we’ve said, Maine is a great place to catch fish since it has inland bodies of water as well as the Atlantic Ocean off its coast. Some fish are better than others to pursue in these waters, though. We’ve created a list of the best fish to catch in Maine that includes varying types of fish based on the skill required to catch them, their size, and the experience you’ll have while fishing....

How Many Rabbit Breeds Are There? Over 300 rabbit breeds exist around the world today, but we are going to primarily focus on the best pet rabbit breeds according to the ones that are recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association. Currently, the ARBA recognizes 50 breeds of show rabbits, and they all make good pets for the most part. Not only are we going to look at all these wonderful rabbits, but we’re also going to take a look at a few other breeds that make exceptional pets from around the world....

#8. Slow Loris The name may be a giveaway, but the Slow Loris is a very slog animal. They move at just 1.18 miles per hour. These nocturnal primates typically travel about 5 miles at night looking for prey. While they typically move very slowly, when they find prey, they are able to move a bit quicker to strike. The Slow Loris is the only venomous primate in the world. Their mouth and elbows contain toxins that work to protect them from predators....

The first Tibetan Terriers were imported into the United States in 1956 and were recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973, classifying them as part of the non-sporting group. Lhasa Apsos transferred to the same group in 1959, though they were placed in the Utility Group in the UK. Apart from the same origin, there are other good reasons why people thought the Tibetan Terrier and the Lhasa Apso were all the same....

10. Second-Strongest Exotic Cat Breed: Chausie The Chausie is another exotic cat breed, being a hybrid between a lesser ratio of wild jungle cats crossed with a higher ratio of domestic cats, particularly the Abyssinian. What makes it one of the strong cat breeds, a very powerful cat, has to do with its physical strength. Believe it or not, it’s one of the few cat breeds that enjoy the water and actually prefers it....

These slow creatures are mild-mannered and terrestrial creatures that cannot live in water- unlike their turtle relatives. However, despite their unique features, tortoises are normal living organisms that excrete waste. Here is everything you’ve ever wanted to know about tortoise poop. Tortoises: The Slow, Shelled Reptiles Scientists believe that tortoises were in existence as far back as 250 million years ago, which is impressive, considering that dinosaurs first appeared about 252 million years ago....

Cats, though, had a special place in the culture of ancient Egypt. You can see it in the vast numbers of temples and statues of the creatures, as well as the cats which have been mummified to pass on to the next life. And it only makes sense. As Egypt developed into an important cradle of civilization, cats played an important role in regulating the populations of rats and other pests....

In general, the larger the bird, the more time and attention it will need. Parrots and parakeets are the most popular pet birds. In the wild, these are very social, gregarious birds who live in large flocks. Some of the large parrot breeds can be very long-lived, with some species living more than 100 years. When hand-raised, these birds develop very deep bonds with their human friends. They often experience severe distress if they are separated from that person for long hours of the day....

Unfortunately, black widow and brown recluse spiders are widely distributed throughout Illinois, so it’s important to know how to identify them so you can try your best to avoid facing their wrath. This article talks about what these venomous spiders in Illinois look like, where you’re likely to find them, what the symptoms of a bite are, and what you should do if you’re unfortunately bitten by any of these deadly arachnids....

Which movies are Spinosaurus and Giganotosaurus from? Spinosaurus was a large spinosaurid dinosaur that became well-known after its appearance in the third installment of the original Jurassic Park trilogy, Jurassic Park III. It was the primary antagonist of the humans in the movie and was one of the primary plot points in the entire film. It was finally confronted by a Tyrannosaurus Rex near the end of the film, and a fight ensued (it can’t be a Jurassic Park movie without a T-Rex fight!...

Komodo Dragon, 1 – Bat, Zero In this video, you see a bat hanging from a tree, seemingly taunting the Komodo dragon below. At first, the Komodo dragon’s attempts to catch the bat are unsuccessful. But, it keeps trying and, after several attempts, grabs the bat in its powerful jaws, devouring it whole. The incident was caught on camera and posted on YouTube for public viewing. It’s both fantastic and horrific to watch, but one thing is for sure, you just can’t look away!...

In the “Wilds of Africa” area of the Texas zoo, you’ll find crocodiles, penguins, and gorillas. People often stand and watch the primate exhibit, due to the fascination of how closely we humans are related to these wild creatures. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for zoo visitors to try and provoke animals. This is often done by yelling or tapping on the glass. A group of travelers was stunned when a gorilla responded with anger after being provoked over and over again....

Fun times, right? Sometimes, this crushing motion results in cardiac arrest and sometimes it’s ultimately suffocation that kills their chosen prey. They are capable of keeping wrapping their jaws around their prey as they work to swallow it whole. Pythons don’t need to dislocate their jaws to consume large prey, it’s just that their jaw joints are a lot more complex and able to handle eating their chosen meal whole....