If you’ve ever watched a frog eat prey, you’ve probably noticed that they close their eyes when swallowing. Scientists x-rayed frogs as they consumed crickets to discover what happens. The x-rays showed that the frog’s eyes don’t only close as they swallow, they retract down towards the esophagus. During swallowing the eyes appear to touch […]
Just to underscore our articles Horse Racing and Horse Racing Endings, 2 horses who ran in the 2011 Kentucky Derby have been severely injured. Archarcharch suffered a fractured left front leg and serious cartilage damage. Comma to the Top chipped his left ankle. Both horses finished the race further damaging their injuries. Fortunately both horses […]
Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: England Group: Terrier Height: 10-15 in. Weight: 14-18 lbs. Life span: 12-14 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes with gentle children Good with other pets: may chase small animals What is the origin of the Jack Russell Terrier? In the 19th century, the Reverend John Russell , a British […]
