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Do earthworms eat soil?

Earthworms that live at the surface layer of soil eat fallen leaves and decaying animal material that falls to the ground. Their digestive processes break these materials down into basic nutrients that plant roots can absorb.\nJust below the upper layer of loose soil and leaves, there is a second layer of soil where a different type of earthworm eats dead plant roots. These earthworms do not move to the surface to collect or eat plant material.\nThe next layer of soil is home to a third type of earthworm that digs semi-permanent tunnel systems. They drag organic materials down into areas where..

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What do you call a Lhasa Apso/Shih Tzu mixed breed?

The Shih Apso is recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club and the Designer Dogs Kennel Club. A true hybrid breed Shih Apso is one that results from breeding a purebred Shih Tzu with a purebred Lhasa Apso. Both parents must have well-documented lineage for F1 hybrid recognition. Many dogs sold as Shih Apsos may be second-generation mixes or more, with more or less genetic material from each parent breed.

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What are some facts about lobsters?

Lobsters belong to a family classification called Nephropidae. Similar to spiders and snails, lobsters have blue blood due to the presence of a chemical called hemocyanin. They tend to be large in size, and vary in color depending on location for camouflage. Lobsters make their homes in crevices on the ocean floor, or in coral reefs and any place they can hide out from predators and easily find prey. Lobsters are omnivores and typically eat anything from fish and grubs to some plant life. They are found in all oceans around the world. These marine animals have been estimated to have lifespans ..

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How did the bald eagle become endangered?

The U.S. government began taking steps to protect bald eagles in 1940 with the passage of the Bald Eagle Act. In 1974 the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service officially listed the bald eagle as a national endangered species. From then until 1995, the species was listed as endangered in 43 of the lower 48 states and as threatened in the other five. However, previous conservation efforts led to the status of the bald eagle being changed to a threatened species in all the lower 48 states.\nIn 2007 the Department of the Interior took the step to delist the bald eagle as either an endangered or threaten..

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What kind of symmetry do cnidarians have?

Cnidarians vary in size, species and shape, but have radial symmetry that gives their bodies shape and facilitates important functions, such as digestion and reproduction. Cnidarians all have mouths, situated at their oral ends, which also contain mouths, teeth in tooth-bearing cnidarians, and sensory organs, such as antennae and noses. The opposite ends of these animals are called aboral, and contain end-digestive system components, such as intestines and anuses. Radial symmetry appears more distinctly in some cnidarians than others. However, it bears the same biological and physical traits i..

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Where do flying ants come from?

An ant colony is composed of several types of ants, including the wingless queen, worker ants and flying female and male ants. Once a colony is fully established, the flying ants leave in order to mate and start new outposts. After breeding, the males die and the females find new areas to set up new settlements. Few are successful. A female loses her wings at this point, and the unnecessary wing muscles become a source of nutrition for her.

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What animals eat apples?

Some animals have been found drunk after eating apples that have fallen off the tree and fermented on the ground. Elk are attracted to fruit that has fermented. There have been sightings of elk that have been caught in trees due to the effect of the fermented fruit. Mice and rabbits are attracted to apples that have been fermented, and some of these animals store apples until they have reached the proper stage of fermentation.

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What is the average cost of a tiny teacup Yorkie puppy?

Teacup Yorkies are bred by mating two small Yorkshire terriers together, resulting in smaller puppies. There are health concerns in trying to produce exceptionally small puppies, since they may suffer from genetic traits that make them weak. Teacup Yorkies are considered purebreds, as no other breed besides Yorkshire terriers are used. A person should do research on a breeder prior to buying a puppy from him, so extra veterinary costs can be avoided down the road.

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How do you use Tetra algae control?

Prepare the aquariumClean the aquarium, removing as much algae as possible from it. Remove the activated carbon filters.Add the Tetra Algae ControlAdd 1 milliliter of Tetra Algae Control for every 12 gallons of aquarium water. For smaller aquariums, use a dropper applicator at a rate of one drop per gallon. Make sure that you do not overdose. It is best to add Tetra Algae Control to the aquarium in areas of high water agitation or by diluting the Tetra Algae Control in a cup of aquarium water. Ensure that the aquarium is aerated well. Replace the activated carbon filters 6 to 8 hours after the..

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What do tiny frogs eat?

Frogs have a sticky tongue that they fling towards their pray to catch them. Even tiny frogs have tongues that are so sticky that moving prey will latch onto it and stay stuck. It takes less than one second for frogs of all sizes to roll out their tongues, so whatever prey the frog is trying to catch will have no time to attempt an escape. Frogs have small maxillary teeth that they can use to hold their food in place before swallowing, but these teeth are not strong enough for tearing or chewing, which is why frogs swallow their entire meals whole. Frogs are quite active when it comes to stalk..

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