The “Speed” Myth of sloths
Baby sloths are born with their eyes open, all their teeth, and the ability to climb immediately.
Sloth’s Extreme Digestion & Bathroom Habits
Extreme Digestion & Bathroom Habits A Walking Ecosystem
Geckos’ amazing feet
Geckos are arguably the most charismatic and bizarre family in the reptile world. They are the only lizards that can vocalize, many can climb glass, and some have superpowers that seem pulled straight from a… Geckos’ amazing feet
Iguanas’ third eye
Here are some fun and fascinating facts about iguanas, ranging from their superhero-like senses to their quirky survival habits. They Have a “Third Eye” One of the weirdest facts about iguanas is that they have… Iguanas’ third eye
Komodo dragons with stinky breath
Komodo dragons are the closest thing we have to real-life dinosaurs. They are the heaviest lizards on Earth, but their size is just the beginning of what makes them interesting. Here are the most fascinating… Komodo dragons with stinky breath
How reptiles regulate body temperature
The reptiles have approximately the same temperature as the ground beneath them. It is heated by the sun and will therefore have a higher temperature than the air. When the temperature gets low, reptiles can… How reptiles regulate body temperature
Why and How Snakes Shed their skin
Unlike mammals, which shed hair and skin cells gradually over time, snakes shed their outer layer of skin all at once in a process called molting. This even includes the clear scales covering their eyes!… Why and How Snakes Shed their skin
How a fridge stays cold
A fridge doesn’t create cold — it removes heat from inside and dumps it outside (usually through the warm coils on the back).It’s basically a heat‑moving machine. It works using a repeating cycle: 🔁 The… How a fridge stays cold
17. Siamese network for detecting demons!
this comic is a non-technical introduction to the idea of the Siamese network, when the fairies are talking about a magical flower that can detect demons
Fun Scientific Facts about Halloween
Here are some fun scientific facts behind common Halloween themes. 🎃 On Pumpkins & Jack-O’-Lanterns 🦇 On Bats 🕷️ On Spiders 💀 On Skeletons 😱 On the Science of Fear 🍬 On Halloween Candy
Why a straw looks bent in a glass of water
A straw looks bent in a glass of water because of a phenomenon called refraction. This effect is an optical illusion that happens because light bends when it passes from one medium (like water) into… Why a straw looks bent in a glass of water
Cutting a magnet: split or duplicate?
Magnets: The Perfect Pair! 🧲 Did you know? With magnets, opposite poles like North and South are totally into each other! But if you try to bring two of the same poles together (North-North or… Cutting a magnet: split or duplicate?
How can small bugs walk on water
Small bugs can “walk” on water because of a property called surface tension, combined with their own special adaptations. It’s a team effort: the water creates a “skin,” and the bugs are built to stand… How can small bugs walk on water
Does a ripe banana make others ripe faster?
Have you ever noticed that one ripe banana in a bag will make the others ripen faster? That’s chemistry! Ripening fruit releases ethylene gas (), a plant hormone that signals to nearby fruits to start… Does a ripe banana make others ripe faster?
Iron (Fe) and the rusty shovel
Fun facts about the element Iron (Fe). 🌎 From Outer Space to Earth’s Core 🧬 Its Role in Life 🏛️ History, Language, and Culture ✨ Other Cool Facts
The salty chemistry of salt
Sodium chloride (NaCl), or common table salt, seems simple, but it has a surprisingly fascinating history and some wild uses.”Natri” refers to the chemistry of sodium (Na), a soft, silvery-white, highly reactive alkali metal with atomic… The salty chemistry of salt
How Yeast Makes Bread Fluffy
Yeast makes bread and some cakes fluffy by eating sugar and releasing carbon dioxide gas—the same gas that’s in fizzy drinks! 🌬️ This process is a type of biological leavening called fermentation. Here’s a simple… How Yeast Makes Bread Fluffy
Starlight Factories: We’re made stellar
The profound idea—that almost every element in the human body was formed in the core of an ancient star—is absolutely true and is one of the most remarkable facts in science. The Big Bang’s Ingredients… Starlight Factories: We’re made stellar
Are there really more stars in the Universe than sand on earth?
We often hear the awe-inspiring statement that there are roughly stars in the universe. The number most commonly used to complete this statement is , which is ten sextillion (a 1 followed by 22 zeros).… Are there really more stars in the Universe than sand on earth?
How your baking pans can affect your cake bake
The material and color of your baking pans can significantly influence baking times and the browning of your baked goods. Here’s an overview: Materials: Aluminum: Stainless Steel: Glass: Ceramic and Stoneware: Nonstick Coated: Colors: Dark-colored… How your baking pans can affect your cake bake
Female Frogs Feign Death to Evade Unwanted Male Advances
In a remarkable display of survival strategy, female European common frogs have been observed faking their own deaths to avoid the aggressive and sometimes fatal mating attempts of males. This behavior, scientifically known as “tonic… Female Frogs Feign Death to Evade Unwanted Male Advances
Chemistry: the name jokes
ARE YOU MADE OF NITRO AND OXYGEN?NO, BUT WHY DO YOU ASK ME SOMETHING LIKE THAT?BECAUSE YOU ALWAYS SAY NO! The joke plays on the chemical symbol for Nitrogen (N) and Oxygen (O).When you put… Chemistry: the name jokes
Climbing plants & what do hedgehogs eat?
What do hedgehogs eat? Hedgehogs are omnivores, meaning they eat both plant and animal matter. In the wild, their diet primarily consists of: Are climbing plants cheater? Climbing plants are opportunistic, which might be colloquially… Climbing plants & what do hedgehogs eat?
how can snakes move without legs
Snakes are vertebrates (like humans) and have a lot of them. A snake’s skeleton is primarily a skull, a jaw, and a very long, flexible backbone (vertebral column) made of hundreds of bones called vertebrae.… how can snakes move without legs
How can zebras sleep while standing
Zebras, much like their horse relatives, can sleep while standing up thanks to a specialized anatomical feature known as the stay apparatus. This is not a conscious effort but rather a passive system of specialized… How can zebras sleep while standing
why are zebra only black & white
Zebras are black and white because this high-contrast pattern is a highly effective defense against biting flies, which is a major evolutionary advantage. While scientists have debated this for over a century, the most widely… why are zebra only black & white
Duck’s In-Egg Communication & Regional Quacks
Ever wondered what goes on inside a duck egg? Or why ducks in different places might sound a little… different? Prepare to have your mind blown by the surprisingly complex social lives of ducks, from… Duck’s In-Egg Communication & Regional Quacks