Wacky Weekend: Prickly Critters https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/wacky-weekend/article/prickly-critters
Take a look at the prickly critters in these photos.
defending themselves from predators or attracting mates, these animals definitely have
Take a look at the prickly critters in these photos.
defending themselves from predators or attracting mates, these animals definitely have
Take a look at the amazing eyes of the peacock mantis shrimp, red-eyed tree frog, and other animals in these photos.
<br> SPECIAL SHIELD: The red-eyed tree frog has a see-through eyelid with a striped
Each pride generally will have no more than two adult males. – is not unusual for him to kill all the cubs, ensuring that all future cubs will have
<br> CUB CUTIE: Young African lions grow up in prides with between 3 and 40 other
Cycling, skateboarding, bodysurfing … these sporty critters can do it all! Check out the pigs, elephant, and other surprising animal athletes in the photo gallery below.
<br> LONG JUMPER: A rabbit leaps over an obstacle during a jumping competition at
Fastest mammal on land, the cheetah can reach speeds of 60 or perhaps even 70 miles (97 or 113 kilometers) an hour over short distances. It usually chases its prey at only about half that speed, however. After a chase, a cheetah needs half an hour to catch its breath before it can eat. The cheetah’s excellent eyesight helps it find prey during the day. The cheetah is hard to see because its spotted coat blends with the tall, dry grass of the plains. Suddenly, the cheetah makes a lightning dash. It knocks its prey to the ground and then bites its throat. Once found throughout Asia and Africa, cheetahs today are racing toward extinction. Loss of habitat and declining numbers of their prey combine to threaten the future of these cats. Cheetahs live and hunt mainly in open grasslands and bushy areas in parts of Africa and the Middle East. Cheetahs eat small- to medium-size animals, such as hares, impalas, wildebeest calves, and gazelles. Because of their size, strength, and predatory skills, cheetahs are considered one of the “big cats.” Tigers, lions, leopards, jaguars, and cougars are also part of this grouping. Take the big cat quiz to see how much you know about these fierce felines. Then, just for fun, see which wild cat you’re most like with our personality quiz.
Unauthorized use is prohibited. 1 / 6 1 / 6 WET AND WILD: Cheetah moms have
Read about the tragic shipwreck in the frigid North Atlantic Ocean.
<br><br> The luxury steamship departed Southhampton, England on April 10, 1912.
Take a look at the incredible carved pumpkin creations in these photos.
<br> OINK, OINK: Small portions of squash make up the ears, nose, and feet on this
Check out eight artistic creatures letting their creativity run wild in these photos.
<br> PAINTING PAWTY: Patty the Matschie’s tree kangaroo holds a paintbrush in her
Check out the unusual looks of the fruits and vegetables in these photos.
<br> TOMATO FACE: An odd shape and strange lines make this tomato look like
Check out the incredible sand sculptures of dinosaurs, fish, and other cool things in these photos.
<br> DEEP (SEA) BREATH: This whale’s on land, but real-life whales are found in the