Pacific Sea Nettle Facts Firstly, the Pacific Sea Nettle remains an ocean-dwelling species which many mistakenly consider dangerous. However, this marvelous creature actually poses no serious threat to humans. In fact, barring an allergic reaction, its sting rarely ranks as no more than irritating. Secondly, since it represents a multi-stage life form, this creature actually […]
Nevin’s Barberry
Nevin’s Barberry Facts Most notably, the fabulous Nevin’s Barberry represents a truly visually striking shrub. Sadly, this distinctive looking plant also ranks as one of the rarest types of shrub in the world. Currently, the plant commonly grows in commercial nurseries, in many parts of North America. However, and quite sadly, in the wild it […]
Harlequin Flower
Harlequin Flower Facts The short term of Harlequin Flower serves as the most frequently used common name for an extremely impressive variety of flora. It does possess other names, though. These alternate monikers include such names as the wandflower and the sparaxis. Among scientific professionals, however, it typically goes by another name. That’s because such […]
Risso’s Dolphin
Risso’s Dolphin Facts Risso’s Dolphin serves as the common name for the rather adorable Grampus griseus. It’s not only pleasing to the eye, it also ranks among the largest of all known types of dolphin. However, and quite unfortunately, the animal has not been widely studied. This regrettable fact occurs due to its strong preference […]
Coudersport Ice Mine
Coudersport Ice Mine Facts The Coudersport Ice Mine is a phenomenon of geology that appears to defy logic. The cave stays empty during the winter, yet during the summer it fills with huge quantities of ice This remarkable ice cave was discovered in 1864 and was actually used to store perishable foods and various other […]
Tiger Rattlesnake
Tiger Rattlesnake Facts This magnificent creation of Nature and evolution most frequently goes by its common name of the Tiger Rattlesnake. Professionals, however, more commonly refer to the creature by its formal, scientific name. That’s the term of Crotalus tigris. Perhaps the most noteworthy fact about the reptile remains the level of danger it represents. […]
Blue Shark
Blue Shark Facts The Blue Shark ranks as the only known variety of shark that experts actually call (comparatively, of course) docile. In fact, since the year 1580, reports indicate only 13 shark attacks involving the Blue Shark. Sadly for the animal, however, it remains one of the most widely fished sharks in any ocean. […]
Devil’s Walking Stick
Devil’s Walking Stick Facts First of all, many who encounter this astonishing plant consider the Devil’s Walking Stick to be appropriately named. The scientific name of the fascinating, if intimidating species, however, remains Aralia spinosa. For unknown reasons, the plant shares several other common names with an unrelated species. This, quite understandably, often causes confusion. […]
Lovebug
Lovebug Facts The surprisingly fascinating invertebrate known as the Lovebug represents a species of march fly. It is also commonly called the double-headed bug, for the obvious reason. Both of its names derive from its rather protracted mating habits. After mating, both individuals will remain coupled for as long as several days. The aptly named […]
Carolina Wolf Spider
Carolina Wolf Spider Facts Firstly, for someone with arachnophobia, the sheer size and appearance of the Carolina Wolf Spider can be the source of nightmares. This holds true because the amazing arachnid forms the largest of the known wolf spiders in its habitat range. Yet, despite its comparatively intimidating appearance, this arachnid remains relatively harmless […]