Mollusks are the most diverse group of animals when it comes to body forms, ranging in size from tiny grains of rice to colossal squids. Second only to the arthropods, mollusks have a wide variety of species encompassing snails, clams, octopuses, and more.
A woman went on a homophobic rant against a lesbian couple in Starbucks while allegedley attacking other customers. Meanwhile, South Florida is set to face algal bloom, which could ruin the beaches, block power plants and desalination plants' intake valves, and tangle boat propellers.
Ambergris, a waxy substance found in some perfumes, was once thought to be vomit, but it is actually believed to be a substance expelled through the rectum of sperm whales. This strange and often expensive ingredient is used as a fixative in perfumes to help them adhere to the skin.
Whales play a crucial role in capturing and storing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. By feeding on krill, which in turn feeds on phytoplankton, the whale's poop fertilizes more phytoplankton and increases their carbon capture capabilities.
Algae and seaweed-based plastics are increasingly gaining momentum as an alternative to traditional plastic. Many companies are experimenting with this eco-friendly alternative, with some contests offering over a million dollars for developing plastic alternatives, of which many are algae or seaweed-based.
Learn about the different tools to feed bees, including mason jars and pet waterers, with a focus on using pure sugar water to prevent the production of solid waste.