Saturday, 31 December 2011
When you hold a shell to your ear to hear the sea, the sound you hear is actually your own blood rushing through your veins! You can use any cup shaped object to hear this effect.
Friday, 30 December 2011
Crocodiles swallow large stones that stay permanently in their bellies. It's been seen that these are used for counterbalance in diving.
Thursday, 29 December 2011
India is the largest democracy in the world, the 7th largest Country in the world, and is one of the most ancient civilizations.
Wednesday, 28 December 2011
The Stegosaurus Dinosaur measured up to 30 feet (9.1 meters) long, but had a brain the size of a walnut.
Tuesday, 27 December 2011
The peregrine falcon is the fastest animal on the Planet Earth. It can travel up to 200 mph when in flight.
Monday, 26 December 2011
Emus and kangaroos cannot walk backwards, and are on the Australian coat of arms for that reason.
Sunday, 25 December 2011
The Canary Islands were not named after a bird called canary. They were named after a breed of large dogs. The Latin name was Canariae insulae – 'Island of Dogs.'