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Not a Fashion Statement: Why Do Bulls Have Nose Rings

People nowadays wear nose rings as an accessory. It is one of the trending topics in one thread on Quora. Others find it fashionable, while others think it makes no sense at all. In addition to seeing people with them, do you ever wonder why bulls have nose rings, too? The History of Bulls Wearing Nose Rings The use of nose rings for animal control extends back to the dawn of recorded human civilization. Utilized […]

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Interesting Life and Death: Why Do Spiders Curl Up When They Die?

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Ever killed a spider or seen a dead one lying around? Aside from the fact that spiders use the tactics of playing dead to trick predators or, to avoid sexual cannibalism, and others to attract (or trick) female spiders to mate, the poor spider could probably be dead. So do you wonder why spiders curl up when they die? Getting to Know Spiders: To address the question, we must first learn about spider anatomy and

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Why Do Betta Fish Makes Bubbles?

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Betta fish is popular as house pets because of their vibrant colors. It is a common misconception that betta fish require little upkeep. Fortunately, they are not the most difficult species to care for. To have a happy and healthy betta fish, you will discover that certain environmental parameters must be maintained. One way to detect if your betta fish is happy is that it makes bubbles. What is a Betta Fish? Betta fish, commonly

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Why Do Bearded Dragons Open Their Mouths?

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If you pay close attention to lizards, you will observe that they move their bodies in a variety of ways. Because lizards cannot speak or create noises, they must rely on visual displays to communicate with other lizards. These visual displays might take the form of a lizard’s body movement or a unique feature on its body. Lizards communicate by tail waving, push-ups, body posture. Some lizards are seen hunching their backs to appear more

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Why Do Bearded Dragons Turn Black?

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Do you wonder why bearded dragons turn black? This reptilian omnivore can grow from 18 to 22 inches in a span between 4-10 years, weighing around 10-18 ounces. They usually live on tree branches, bushes, and/or near human habitats. And because they tend to be inquisitive, gentle, and active during most of the day, they have become one of the most popular reptiles turned to pets. There might be several factors why a Bearded Dragon

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Why Do Bunnies Thump Their Feet?

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When bunnies sense danger that they smelt, heard, or seen, they would thump the back foot is a natural rabbit reaction. Rabbits stand on all fours, sometimes on tiptoe, with their ears alert, then lift and thump their rear feet to warn other rabbits in the warren that there is danger. Some rabbits will thump one of their hind feet on the ground, while others will thump both of their hind feet at the same

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Dangerously Cute: Why Do Cats Chew on Cardboards?

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Cats are one of the cleanest pets available. They spend enough time grooming themselves by cleaning their coats with their tongues. They enjoy playing in general, especially kittens. Likewise, they have also been observed fighting with other cats and humans. Cats enjoy being around and chewing cardboard, which is something that cat owners have noticed. Because cats prefer enclosed spaces, you may find your cat curled up inside a cardboard box, happy. Cats chew on

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Understanding Your Pet’s Behavior: Why Do Cats Roll In Dirt?

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A cat’s behavior has always been a puzzle to cat owners for many years. Why do they do this? Why do they do that? And everything in between. But nothing, probably, is more baffling than when they start to drop to the ground and roll on dirt in front of you. You know, just stop, drop, and roll? And especially after a serious grooming session! But why do cats roll in the dirt? What is

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Communication is the Key: Why Do Sugar Gliders Bark?

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If you are not a typical pet owner, probably you would want to own a sugar glider. While others go for dogs or cats for a domesticated pet, you want these small, omnivorous, and nocturnal animals instead. Sugar gliders belong to the family of marsupial mammals. Like the kangaroos, who are their distant cousins, they carry their babies on their little pouches. Sugar gliders make vocalizations that sound like they bark like dogs, but in

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Ways to Get Rid of Ants In Our Bathroom

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Although we understand that insects are part of the ecosystem that supports our existence on earth, their importance is sometimes hard to see. Most of us may not appreciate them. We may see them as pests but insects play various importance in our lives. But while others are obviously helpful like the bees and butterflies who help in the pollination of plants and flowers. They are the most common insects we see and appreciate. How

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