What Do You Call a Group of Crows?
BY Donna Hobson
A murder of crows. The collective term is not endearing. So why? Thank medieval hunting tradition and the expansion of the English language.
The Penis Snake: Contender For Most Appropriately Named Creature
If visuals were the only consideration then the penis snake could win the most appropriate name ever. However, it’s not a snake, but a species of caecilian, or limbless amphibian.
Why Did the Chicken Cross the Pacific?
BY Steven Cruse
Hawaii is home to a population of feral Hawaii chickens crossbred from jungle fowl, domesticated chickens, and fighting cocks from Southeast Asia.
The Worlds Oldest Demon: The Night-Mare of Sleep Paralysis
The sleep paralysis demon has haunted us for millennia. More recently, science has overcome entrenched supernatural explanations for the devil of dreams.
Giant Sea Spiders Breathe Through Their Legs!
The Sea Spider absorbs oxygen in the ocean through the cuticle on its skin. With spindly legs, this eight-legged beauty breathes through its limbs.
Camazotz: Bat to the Bone, Arbiter of Justice or Pure Myth?
Everyone’s heard of Batman. How about a bat god? Camazotz was a Mayan deity associated with death and sacrifice whose name translates as “death bat.”
How do Eels Reproduce and Where on Earth do They Come From?
Eels have confounded us for thousands of years and frustrated the finest minds. Despite the attention of Freud, Aristotle, and many others, the eel has remained an elusive specimen.
The Kardashev Scale: Sizing Up Planetary Power
Do you think of Earth as an advanced technological civilization? On the Kardashev Scale, planetary systems like Earth hardly register.
How Much Horsepower Does a Horse Have?
BY Cal Harding
Ever wondered about horsepower? It’s a game of averages. Let’s delve into the answer to how much horsepower does a horse have.
When Were Condoms Invented? A Revealing History
The history of the condom has not always been associated with comfort. We’ve tried linen, tortoise-shell (yes really), and latex. What does the future hold?
The Grim Tale of The Island of the Dead Dolls
BY Steven Cruse
The Island of the Dead Dolls has a ghoulish history stretching back 50 years. Nowadays, tourists can visit and witness the nightmarish spectacle.
Extreme Ironing: The Strangest Extreme Sport You’ve Never Seen
BY Steven Cruse
Could it be the next Olympic sport? Probably not. But Extreme Ironing is a fun way to experience the outdoors and catch up on housework.
Can the Pistol Shrimp Hurt a Human?
The Pistol Shrimp has a petite body and large claws like a gunslinger in the Wild West. Its 210-decibel claw snapping sound is louder than a gunshot.
Is the Bolton Strid the Most Deadly Stretch of Water in the World?
BY Steven Cruse
Discover the Bolton Strid, a little-known, 65 mile stretch of the River Wharfe in Yorkshire, known as a treacherous death trap.
The Secret History of Poland’s Crooked Forest
BY Steven Cruse
A peculiar crooked forest in Western Poland is the subject of some colorful and outlandish conspiracy theories that try to explain its secret history.
When Were Mirrors Invented?
Polished obsidian, bronze, and copper were used as mirrors for thousands of years until Justus von Liebig invented the modern mirror in 1835.
The Danse Macabre: The Waltz of The Dead
For centuries, Europeans participated in a celebratory Dance of The Dead. The Danse Macabre is believed to be the precursor to the celebration of Halloween.
What are Fire Rainbows?
Fire rainbows are a rare and beautiful weather phenomenon that appear as rainbow-colored wisps of clouds in the sky. Consider yourself lucky if you see one.
