Trivia question for Apr-23-2011
Up to two inches long with a blue-black body and bright rust-colored wings, these bugs are among the largest of of their species. The coloring on their wings warns potential predators that they are dangerous. Their long legs have hooked claws for grappling with their victims. The stinger of a female can be up to 1/3 inch long, and delivers a sting which is rated among the most painful in the insect world.
Trivia question for Apr-22-2011
Unlike fish, they do not have gills and must surface regularly to breathe. They are among the most completely aquatic of all air-breathing vertebrates.
Trivia question for Apr-21-2011
These are gliding mammals found in South-east Asia. There are just two extant species,which make up the entire family. They are the most capable of all gliding mammals, using flaps of extra skin between their legs to glide from higher to lower locations.
Trivia question for Apr-20-2011
This species is considered endangered. Its population was estimated to be 15,000 in the 1970s and by the early 21st century the population was lower than 3,500, a 75% decline. It is estimated that there are less than 2,500 of these guys living in the wild.
Trivia question for Apr-19-2011
They use their nails to cling to the side of a tree and, with lower incisors as big as their canines, gnaw off the bark stimulate the flow of edible gum
Trivia question for Apr-18-2011
It is distinctive in its appearance, with a long neck and legs and the ability to run at maximum speeds of about 60.6 mph, the top land speed of any bird. The Ostrich is the largest living species of bird and lays the largest egg of any living bird.
