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Sciences > Zoology Understanding the four groups of reptiles: 3 of 5
The class Reptilia consists of over 7,000 living species which belong to one of four main reptile groups. Those four main groups are crocodilia, sphenodontia, squamata, and testudines. Despite all reptiles being air-breathing, cold-blooded vertebrates; each group of reptile is uniquely different.The order (or group) crocodili... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Boosting your immunity naturally: 20 of 30
Having a healthy immune system is important. Your immune system is like your own personal security system, defending you against bacteria, viruses, parasites, and toxins that are anxious to invade your body. There are numerous ways to naturally boost your immunity and help your body to be more resilient towards colds, flu, an... More..
Sciences > Zoology What do reptiles eat?: 6 of 9
Reptilian dining habits vary between species with most reptiles being carnivorous. Reptiles use their teeth only to hold their prey, as opposed to chewing or tearing apart their prey as do many mammals. Some reptiles have specialized feeding habits and dine on a single type of food or prey. The North American egg-eating snake... More..
Sciences > Zoology Why amphibians are unique in the animal world: 7 of 9
Amphibians possess many characteristics that make them unique in the animal world. There are over 6,000 living species of amphibians throughout the world. They are estimated to have been around for 350 million years, with the earliest known frog appearing about 190 million years ago during the late Jurassic period.Amphibians ... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Care & Health Guide to assembling a first-aid kit for your horse: 7 of 9
As a responsible horse owner, having a first aid kit on hand is essential. There are many equine first aid kits available that you can purchase, however you can also assemble your own which is generally more cost efficient. The contents of your first aid kit may vary depending on your specific horse's needs; however there are... More..
Sciences > Atmosphere & Weather How tropical storms get their names: 9 of 11
Andrew, Charley, Katrina, Rita. How does a tropical storm, or hurricane get its name? The process of naming a tropical storm was developed to make it easy to identify and explain a particular system to those who may be affected by them during the course of a hurricane season. This naming process has helped to eliminate any co... More..
Pets & Animals > Horse Care & Health Emergency plans for horse sitters: 6 of 7
Pets, both big and small, have become a part of the family for many people, and leaving any pet with a sitter can wreak havoc on even the most prepared pet owner's nerves. As an equestrian owner, most likely you have acquired a circle of friends with whom you can entrust to care for your beloved horse while you are away. Whet... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Ways to detoxify your body naturally: 15 of 17
From the Inipi ceremony of the Lakota, to the Ayurveda practiced in India, cleansing the body (and mind) has been a practice of many cultures throughout the world for centuries. Detoxing the body is simply the act of cleansing the body of toxins from the inside out. A detox program helps the body's natural cleansing process b... More..
Sciences > Zoology A look at the lifecycle of a jellyfish: 15 of 17
Bell-shaped body and long tentacles, rhythmically opening and closing its body as it appears to drift through the ocean's waters. This image is just one of the cycles a jellyfish passes through in its short yet invaluable lifespan. Jellyfish are either male or female and reproduce sexually, although the less dominant scyphist... More..
Health & Fitness > Nutrition & Health Issues The health benefits of lemons: 16 of 18
Appealing in color, aroma and taste, the lemon has been used for its health benefits by indigenous people throughout the world. Lemon usage for health benefits dates as far back as 1747 when James Lind (who proved citrus fruits cure scurvy) added Vitamin C through lemon juice to the diets of seamen suffering from scurvy. Lemo... More..