Animals and Biology

Reptiles are a vast and diverse group of vertebrates that have adapted to a variety of environments on Earth.

Stokes - 15'9", 1011.5lbs in Alabama; Big Tex - 13'8.5" in Texas; Lolong - 20'3" in the Philippines.

Ballooning is a method spiders use to travel through the air, releasing silk to catch the wind and travel vast distances.

Monarch butterflies are toxic due to their consumption of toxic milkweed plants during their larval stage, storing potent cardenolides in their system which deter predators.

Salmon are fascinating fish with diverse habitats, including the North Atlantic and Pacific Ocean, known for their complex life cycle and crucial ecological role.

Horses, known scientifically as Equus caballus, are fascinating mammals that have been domesticated for thousands of years.

Oysters are bivalves found in marine waters with calcareous shells that filter feed, including species like the Eastern, Pacific, Olympia, and European flat varieties.

Salmon's skin health is influenced by their phytoplankton diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting strength and elasticity.

The monarch butterfly, Danaus plexippus, is a well-known species with a unique life cycle and striking orange and black wings, captivating scientists and enthusiasts alike.

In Kentucky wilderness, a bear consumes cocaine from a dropped package, inspiring a darkly comedic true story and upcoming film adaptation.