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Hope all kitties, doggies and Peeps have a great day. Stay warm.
Mancat Monday
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Hope all kitties, doggies and Peeps have a great day. Stay warm.
Easy like Sunday
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Hope everyone has a really nice Sunday.
Bull Ants Feed at Twilight
Bull ants do not feed during all daylight hours. Observation has shown that they feed at twilight. When the sun is brighter for longer for example in summer, or there is no cloud cover, bull ants forage for food later in the day. When the sun is darker, earlier, they search for food sooner in the day. It was believed that all insects fed according to circadian rhythms, but this does not seem to be the case.
Activity in the nest was affected by cloud cover. Outside activity that involves feeding occurs at twilight. Obviously, they are feeding during these short intervals to avoid predators: most animals that eat ants would be inactive at twilight.
Tests were done at ANU in Canberra. Bull ants were put in containers where diffused light was altered. It was found they only fed when the light was set at a particular low level. Evolution does take some winding paths. This shows though that evolution develops in a rational way.
Activity in the nest was affected by cloud cover. Outside activity that involves feeding occurs at twilight. Obviously, they are feeding during these short intervals to avoid predators: most animals that eat ants would be inactive at twilight.
Tests were done at ANU in Canberra. Bull ants were put in containers where diffused light was altered. It was found they only fed when the light was set at a particular low level. Evolution does take some winding paths. This shows though that evolution develops in a rational way.
Entomology
Julia needs a home
Isn't she so pretty and is an older cat so she really needs a good home. Please help us find her a home. I would love to take her but as everyone knows, our inn is full.
Spayed/Neutered • Up-to-date with routine shots • Prefers a home without: dogs • Primary colors: Orange or Red, Black • Coat length: Medium
Concerned Citizens for Animals, Greenville, SC
864-243-4CCA (4222)
Or if you know anyone that might be interested, just leave a comment. Thanks
Beatboxing - Percussion Sounds of the Mouth
There must be a dearth of things to study. Scientists are now researching the odd sounds that people make. It may seem weird but its true. Those who can make odd sounds are called beatboxers.
Scientists are interested in percussion sounds. These are expressed in Celtic, Chinese, North American and Indian cultures. Hip-hop is an area of great interest. A young "practitioner" had MRI scans done on his mouth while he created percussion sounds.
The conclusion reached is that a lot of brainpower is involved in imitating percussion. It "is a small part of the larger puzzle," experts say. In my view it takes little mental concentration. Just put your tongue behind you top teeth a "tap" away.
Society
