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What are some of the world's deadliest snakes?

Although the saw-scaled viper is often less than a foot long, it is responsible for more deaths, especially of agricultural workers in India and Sri Lanka, than any other snake as of 2015. The ocellated carpet viper is a similar two-foot-long viper that kills thousands of people annually in western Africa. The Indian krait, whose bite is not painful but causes quick paralysis and respiratory failure, sometimes invades houses in India and bites the inhabitants as they sleep. Because the Indian cobra frequents inhabited rural areas, it often bites humans, causing death by paralysis. The bite of ..

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What is the temperament of a Dachshund terrier mix?

Any dog that is part terrier will be curious and energetic. It will need plenty of exercise to keep from getting into trouble, and when mixed with a mild-mannered Dachshund, terriers are generally easily trainable using positive reinforcement.\nWhen choosing a toy rat doxie puppy, be sure to visit with the puppy's parents before taking one home. Observing the parents if possible will give a possible owner valuable insight as to the puppy's personality and temperament. Puppies raised by aggressive or timid parents will likely exhibit the same personality traits when older.

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What is the difference between a burro vs. a donkey?

"Burro" is the Spanish word for "donkey." It has been borrowed and used in English to differentiate between domesticated and wild donkeys. Working donkeys are associated with areas with low incomes, while pet and breeding donkeys are found in developed countries.\nA male donkey is called a "jack," and a female donkey is called a "jenny." A young donkey is known as a "foal." Another commonly used word for donkey is "ass."

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What is the life cycle of a bat?

Big brown bats can give birth to twins, and the Eastern red bat bears litters. Infant mortality rates are high among young bats due to genetic defects, accidents and disease, and many young bats fail to become independent in the wild. However, adult bats have low mortality rates because they are safeguarded from harsh weather and predators during the day. Bats also develop immunity to diseases when living in colonies. Records indicate that some big brown, little brown and greater horseshoe bats live for over 20 years. Other bats have lived for over 30 years.

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What are some different types of chicken stock images?

Stock photos of cooked chickens are available in a variety of dishes. Photos of whole-roasted chickens, chicken wings, breasts, burgers, tacos and curries are featured on stock photo websites such as Shutterstock.com, Dreamstime.com and FreeDigitalPhotos.net. Pictures of chicken salad, soup, barbecued chicken and fried chicken are also available. These images may be used as inspiration for meal ideas and plating techniques.\nPhotos of different types of live chickens are also available. Examples of these include chickens of different colors, baby chicks, roosters, free-range and roosting chick..

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What is a finger monkey?

Pygmy marmosets, which have the species name Cebuella pygmaea, are primates. They are members of the Callitrichidae family, which includes all of the marmosets and tamarins. The monkeys inhabit the Amazon rain forest in Colombia, Ecuador, Bolivia, Peru and Brazil.\nThough pygmy marmosets are cute, they generally do not make good pets because they have a propensity to bite and throw feces. The market price for a pygmy marmoset is between $2000 and $5000, as of January 2016. Before buying one, it is important to check local laws to ensure that owning a monkey is legal.\nThe Callitrichidae family..

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What is a homemade hummingbird feed formula?

The basic nectar formula provides an easy-to-eat treat for hummingbirds and should be placed in a clean hummingbird feeder. The sugar and water solution may be kept for days in a refrigerator until needed, and the formula requires changing every day in temperatures of 86 degrees or more to remain safe and sanitary for feathered friends to drink.\nHummingbirds feed five to eight times per hour, so use a feeder that is large enough to accommodate multiple birds and is easy to clean in a dishwasher or by hand with a safe sanitizing solution. This helps prevent the buildup of potentially harmful y..

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What is the function of the frog's kidney?

Frogs are amphibians that eat insects and small animals. There are about 4,740 different species of frogs found throughout the world, with 90 of those species are found in the United States. Frogs are found on every continent except Antarctica, but most are found in tropical climates. They live on land near swamps, ponds or in damp places. Frogs soak water in through their skin, and if their skin dries out they will die. They never close their eyes and can see forwards, sideways and upwards at the same time.

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What is a male gorilla called?

The dominant silverback leads a group of gorillas called a troop. This male is responsible for the well-being of all the troop members, which includes females, males and offspring. The silverback decides where the troop eats, when they rest and where they sleep.\n\nWhen a younger male from another gorilla troop challenges the silverback, he beats his chest, bares his teeth and screams. He will also shake branches and charge forward to scare the intruder away.

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What is the hummingbird food ratio?

Plain white sugar is sucrose, which is the same kind of sugar predominantly found in flower nectar. It is the only type of sugar recommended for hummingbird feeders. Honey, molasses or brown sugar are not healthy alternatives. Honey also tends to ferment quickly, which can lead to the growth of mold. Red food coloring, while probably not harmful, does little to attract birds and is not necessary, since most commercial hummingbird feeders are made of red plastic.

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