largest mammal http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for largest mammal Copyright 2008 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 17:39:42 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/largest+mammal Free Online Trivia Game Questions http://www.artwoo.com/article/free-online-trivia-game-questions http://www.artwoo.com/article/free-online-trivia-game-questions#comments Thu, 15 Mar 2007 13:21:41 +0000 blue whaleinternational olympic gamesmodern olympic gameslargest mammalsquare kilometerstallest mountain in the worldteaser http://www.artwoo.com/article/free-online-trivia-game-questions tallest mountain in the world?

Answer: Everest

Trivia : Mt. Everest, on the border of Nepal and Tibet, China, is the world's tallest mountain and highest elevation with a peak at 29,035 feet (8850 meters).

Question: What language is the most spoken in the world?

Answer: Mandarin Chinese

Trivia Teaser: Chinese (Mandarin) is the most spoken with approximately 1,075,000,000 speakers followed by English with 514,000,000 speakers.

Question: When were the first held? Answer: 1896

Trivia Teaser: The 1896 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the I Olympiad, were held in 1896 in Athens, Greece. These games were the first and the first Games since Roman emperor Theodosius I banned the Ancient Olympic Games in 393. They were held between Monday, April 6 and Wednesday, April 15, 1896.

Question: What is the to ever live?

Answer:

Trivia Teaser: The Blue Whale, Balaenoptera musculus, is the largest mammal living today and is also the largest mammal to have ever lived. In fact, the Blue whale is the largest animal ever to have lived on the planet as far as we know; bigger by far than even the largest Dinosaur. The longest Blue Whale ever measured was a female, 33.58 meters or 110 feet long. The heaviest weighed an estimated 190+ tons.

Question: What is the largest country in the world?

Answer: Russian Federation

Trivia Teaser: Russia covers 17,075,400 . Prior to its dissolution in 1991, the Soviet Union had an area of 22,402,200 square kilometers. Canada is the second largest country with 9,970,610 square kilometers.

Question: How many planets are there in our solar system?

Answer: Nine

Trivia Teaser: Our solar system officially has nine planets and one star: the Sun. In order from the Sun out, the planets are: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. The discovery of an object larger than Pluto in 2005 rekindled the debate over whether such objects, belonging to the andquot;Kuiper Beltandquot; -- a collection of icy bodies located beyond Neptune-- should be called planets. Pluto itself belongs to the Kuiper Belt. If you enjoy Free Online Trivia Game and Free Trivia Questions and Answers you should visit the Trivia Teaser Online Contest at http://TriviaTeaserOnline.com ]]> Trivia Teaser Online: Free Online Trivia Game http://www.artwoo.com/article/trivia-teaser-online-free-online-trivia-game http://www.artwoo.com/article/trivia-teaser-online-free-online-trivia-game#comments Thu, 23 Aug 2007 09:15:01 +0000 trivia questionwater triviaminute triviacontinental drift theoryturkey buzzardsturkey buzzardmesozoic era http://www.artwoo.com/article/trivia-teaser-online-free-online-trivia-game Trivia Question: How far does human blood travel during one day?

Trivia Answer: 12,000 miles

Trivia Teaser: On average the blood fully circulates in the human body some seven to eight times per minute.

Trivia Question: What bird is the longest lived?

Trivia Answer:

Trivia Teaser: have a long life span compared to most other birds; they can live up to 30 years in captivity.

Trivia Question: What continent has the most countries?

Trivia Answer: Africa

Trivia Teaser: Africa is home to 53 independent countries, representing more than 25 percent of the countries of the world. There are 47 countries on mainland Africa and six nearby island countries.

Trivia Question: What mammal is the longest lived?

Trivia Answer: Human

Trivia Teaser: The mammal with the longest recorded life is man. Some human beings live more than 110 years. After humans, the Asiatic elephant lives the longest; one elephant lived to be 78 years old.

Trivia Question: What is the largest continent on earth?

Trivia Answer: Asia

Trivia Teaser: Currently, Asia is Earth's largest continent at approximately 17,300,000 square miles (44,806,812 square kilometers). Africa comes in second at about 11,700,000 square miles (30,300,000 square kilometers). However, suggests that the continents have moved over the years through the process of plate tectonics. Many geologists believe that, during the , all of the continents combined to form a supercontinent known as Pangaea which would have dwarfed the largest continent today. It is believed that Pangaea began to break up about 200 million years ago.

Trivia Question: What percentage of the earth is covered by water?

Trivia Answer: 70 percent

Trivia Teaser: Seventy percent of the Earth's surface is covered by water. The remaining 30 percent is covered by mountains, volcanoes, deserts, plains, and valleys. Only 3 percent of that water is fresh or drinking water. Earth is the only planet that can have water in liquid form on the surface. If you enjoy a Free Online Trivia Game you should visit the Trivia Teaser Online Contest at http://TriviaTeaserOnline.com ]]> The Clever Florida Manitee Plays Dumb While Being As Smart Or Smarter Than Dolphins http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-clever-florida-manitee-plays-dumb-while-being-as-smart-or-smarter-than-dolphins http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-clever-florida-manitee-plays-dumb-while-being-as-smart-or-smarter-than-dolphins#comments Mon, 11 Sep 2006 10:27:08 +0000 university of floridamanateesreepbrainmammalflorida manateeseaweed http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-clever-florida-manitee-plays-dumb-while-being-as-smart-or-smarter-than-dolphins Florida manatee has fooled us all for ages. We thought it was as slow to cogitate as its "sweet potato" body is to move. Never did the clever "sea cow" let on that it's actually as y as, or perhaps even brainier than, a somersaulting dolphin. But now its lethargic disguise has been penetrated, thanks to the researches of a neuroscientist at the .

Roger L. , who, along with a small group of other researchers, has discovered that trichechus manatus latirostris is not the slow learner it has forever pretended to be. In fact, while are definitely slower moving than dolphins, they're just as quick at learning tasks. Only they're harder to motivate, because they won't leap for fish.

They're herbivores and, apparently, they don't even speed up when a researcher waves a temptingly in their direction.

The researchers concluded, however, that under that hulking exterior coasts a subtle that is perfectly adapted to its environment.

The clever paddlers have the lowest brain-to-body size ratio of any mammal and the surface of their brains is smooth. But Reep believes, instead of a brain that's too small for its body, the tricky sea creature may have a body that's big for its brain. Why? To help it stay warm and have enough of a digestive system to nourish itself on the low-protein and low-cal sea greenery it grazes on for its survival.

Reep also thinks that the thickness of manatee's cerebrum, which contains multi-layers, may account for how the tricky mammal can disguise its brain power under a smooth exterior.

And Dr. Reep and his colleagues have discovered that manatees may be able to hear low-frequency sounds, with vibrations as low as 23 to 1,000 hertz. That ability would be unique among mammals and it may explain how the lumbering giants can navigate back to their favorite patches of seaweed every year, along with how they manage to keep track fellow manatees even in cloudy water.

Reflecting on their intelligence in comparison to dolphins, one of the researchers even dared to say, "They're too smart to jump through hoops the way those dumb dolphins do." Tom Attea, humorist and creator of http://NewsLaugh.com, has had six shows produced Off-Broadway. Critics have called his writing "delightfully funny," "witty," with "great humor and ebullience" and "good, genuine laughs." ]]> Guitar Tips To Help You Succeed http://www.artwoo.com/article/guitar-tips-to-help-you-succeed http://www.artwoo.com/article/guitar-tips-to-help-you-succeed#comments Wed, 25 Jul 2007 07:25:00 +0000 guitar tipshave always dreamednew guitarmusic teacherskill levelmusical gamepiece of advice http://www.artwoo.com/article/guitar-tips-to-help-you-succeed guitar tips, you are not alone. So many musicians are always looking for that one or secret that will catapult them to the top of their .

There are many resources out there that will give you little tidbits that can help you be a better player overall, but if you have purchased or received free information in the past, you might have been let down. The problem with many of these resources is that they will provide you with information that is common knowledge or just does not apply to you, your , or the type of music that you want to play the most. This can be frustrating, and you might start to feel as though there simply is not enough advice out there to help you be as good as you of being.

If you are looking for guitar tips, be sure to go with what fits your taste in music and general learning style. If you decide to go to a , make sure the instructor is open to teaching the particular genre you like, or, even better, specializes in it. Personality is also important in terms of compatibility. Hopefully, your instructor's style of teaching complements with how you learn. Having one-on-one instruction is advantageous, but it can be expensive and time consuming. It can also be a waste of your time if your teacher turns out to lack the knowledge, skills, and experience you expected. Make sure to check your teacher's credentials and even see him or her perform a song and decide for yourself if you feel confident to be under his or her instruction.

You will find that you can get guitar tips or courses online, but, generally, you probably cannot easily afford these courses that can cost $60, $70, $80, or even $100, and sometimes you are not really even sure what you are buying. Many of these also require you to complete the course in a specific amount of time. This can be troubling for some who do not learn as quickly as others, or for those who want to perfect one lesson before moving onto another. This can be frustrating to some and does not make it convenient or helpful.

For a comprehensive resource and a variety of guitar tips, Pro Guitar Tips offers a one-time downloadable program that covers basic lessons such as reading tablature and playing chords. For those with more experience, the program provides ways to improve the skill with advanced chord-playing, arpeggios, and lead tricks. The program was created by Pete Williamson, a professional musician with more than 20 years of experience. He performs with multi-platinum artist Pete Murray and rock band Mammal. Visit http://www.pro-guitar-tips.com to purchase or for more information. http://www.pro-guitar-tips.com CEO Pete Williamson plays for multi-platinum, multiple #1 album act Pete Murray and the Stonemasons, and rock band Mammal. For more info on learning how to play the guitar and guitar lessons and guitar tips please visit our site. ]]> Learn To Play Guitar That Fits Your Style http://www.artwoo.com/article/learn-to-play-guitar-that-fits-your-style http://www.artwoo.com/article/learn-to-play-guitar-that-fits-your-style#comments Mon, 23 Jul 2007 13:34:59 +0000 learn to play guitarlearn to playbad habitslocal musicself guidancemusic teachergroup lessons http://www.artwoo.com/article/learn-to-play-guitar-that-fits-your-style guitar. Are you one of them? It is a very popular instrument, and many people, ranging from the business person to the wannabe rocker, would like to acquire the skill to be able to strum their favorite song. This dream does not just have to stay a dream. It can become a reality if you really want it to be. You simply need to find good instruction.

Where do you find this instruction? Everyone learns differently, so there are several different options for you to choose from. You just have to choose the one that works best for you.

If you prefer to study on your own and you like to read, you might be able to learn to play guitar from one of the self-guidance books that are on the market. There are many of them to choose from, and you can generally find a book or two that will meet your experience level and that provides you with part of the information that you need. Of course, if you do not study effectively with books, this probably is not the best option for you. And how are you supposed to know what you're supposed to sound like from a book? It is also important to make sure that you are reading all of the information exactly right, so you do not form without realizing it. Forming bad habits can make it really difficult to perfect your skill later down the road.

Another way that you can learn to play guitar is by working with a teacher. Local s can provide you with experience, such as shortcuts or tricks to make strumming chords and the like a lot easier. However, getting one-on-one, personalized attention can be expensive. It may be even be more costly if you are struggling with something new and difficult, and you end up spending more than one session to eventually master the skill. You may also want to consider attending , where you can gain much from the students as well as the teacher. One downside, though, is that you have to learn at everyone's pace, and you do not get as much as attention with the larger class.

Pro Guitar Tips offers a program to learn to play guitar that is downloadable. Created by professional rock musician Pete Williamson, the program is a multimedia experience that provides pictures, chord diagrams, audio, and various tips for mastering the instrument. The program is meant for beginners up to expert level. The program also includes bonus tips in how to break into the music industry. Visit http://www.pro-guitar-tips.com to purchase the course or get more information. Pete Williamson has more than 20 years of experience as a guitarist. He currently performs with the multi-platinum band Pete Murray and the Stonemasons, and rock band Mammal. http://www.pro-guitar-tips.com CEO Pete Williamson plays for multi-platinum, multiple #1 album act Pete Murray and the Stonemasons, and rock band Mammal. For more info on learning how to play the guitar and guitar lessons and guitar tips please visit our site. ]]> Sunshine Dont Go Away http://www.artwoo.com/article/sunshine-dont-go-away http://www.artwoo.com/article/sunshine-dont-go-away#comments Fri, 29 Feb 2008 11:35:00 +0000 night fadesdawn breaksnatural phenomenonplant leafsun plantday breaksbalance of nature http://www.artwoo.com/article/sunshine-dont-go-away dawn breaks over the horizon the light appears thru the darkness as the rays pierce the blanket of black. The thick into levels of day as the sun rises upwards. The morning takes over the sky as the last of dawn disseminates from view. The dew remains for a while as a reminder of the night before. As the leftover moisture slowly evaporates into the warmth of the new day most of the dew will likely seep into leaves, blades, and ground giving nourishment from the touch of liquid under the sun. Plant and earth breathes to grow leaf or seed from the expanse of the morning light.

into early fullness as the sun blossoms into being rising up through as an arch of the blue sky. All life below springs to activity to the busyness of recreating itself for growth. Leg or paw reach outward to march or wings reverberate through the air on missions for feed. Humans wake to conscience to think or plan, to hammer or saw, building constantly of their existence as ants and insect thrive to construct and maintain habitat. Everything generates from the ground in the wake of the light that spreads as a vision shining covering the energy to do.

The peak of the sun illuminates the world in the acme of glory. Idea and deed burst into manifestations as and fruit bare ripeness for all to use. The to counter every with a reaction evens the scale of existence. Everything as a being walks in magnificence of purpose. The blue of the sky is crystal clear and the air thin, able to see forever in the light of the day.

In the glow of the afternoon finality bears the fruit of completeness. Jobs and projects finish or wind down for the task of day nears the end. Petals and stem start to wither and curl as the reason to mature progresses into the preparation of the evening. Idea turns into ideals as thought vocalize into the vanity of opinions by speculating what is believed as the absolutes of all truth. The buzz of movement by bird, bug, or mammal relinquishes the rapidity of aim when the length of the sun's course finishes toward the end of the day's path.

Yet the fiery mass as it seems to orbit toward the end of the horizon diminish in rays. This time, distance nor twilight tempers the flame. No longer will the solar flares erupt out of the bright sphere as the transformation takes place turning the sun into a dwarf star. Night creeps forever over the planet and the coldness of the universe freezes movement. Bird and plant fall or droop to the ground. Animals roar out in instinct of the extinction fast approaching. Humans in fear race about babbling absurdities until they finally secede from life. All plant and mammal in physical form decompose back to the darkened earth. Our galaxy is discovered light years away and seen that a certain planet could have sustained life under a dwarf star that could have been a sun. http://www.altoya.squarespace.com ]]> Journey To "Where The Sky Is Born" - The Yucatan's Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve http://www.artwoo.com/article/journey-to-where-the-sky-is-born-the-yucatans-sian-kaan-biosphere-reserve http://www.artwoo.com/article/journey-to-where-the-sky-is-born-the-yucatans-sian-kaan-biosphere-reserve#comments Wed, 12 Dec 2007 13:25:00 +0000 unesco world heritageoutdoor recreation destinationbarrier reef systemancient mayan templesunesco world heritage sitecaribbean coastlinesecond largest barrier reef http://www.artwoo.com/article/journey-to-where-the-sky-is-born-the-yucatans-sian-kaan-biosphere-reserve UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sian Ka'an has been the region's premier nature and since it opened 20 years ago. With nearly one-third of Mexico's Caribbean coast dominated by the park, there is also no shortage of nature to explore. Located just south of Cancun near the ancient city of Tulum, Sian Ka'an offers some of the best daytrip opportunities for tourists staying in Cancun.

As the park's name is taken from a Mayan phrase meaning "where the sky is born," it is no surprise that Sian Ka'an is also home to numerous historical sites. Human remains and artifacts found within the largely unexcavated Mayan sites in Sian Ka'an have been traced back over 2,300 years. In addition to the 23 distinctive archeological sites in the park, it is believed that the northern section of Sian Ka'an contains a once-vibrant Mayan trade route. When you visit the park, you will be able to see resting undisturbed amongst the beauty of the natural environment. In fact, several tour operators visit these sites as part of active kayaking and hiking tours, allowing visitors to experience the best of both worlds.

Despite such fascinating history, the true value of Sian Ka'an rests in the fact that the park is one of the most biologically diverse preserves on earth. In fact, within the boundaries of the park, researchers have found 103 unique mammal species and 336 different species of birds. Unlike anywhere else in the world, Sian Ka'an allows visitors to experience several types of natural habitats in a single day. While touring the park, these are just a few of the unique natural habitats that tourists can explore:

=95 Coral Reef =96 Along the , Sian Ka'an protects over 60 miles of the world's second largest . Besides offering unparalleled diving and sightseeing opportunities, the park's coral reef protects a number of endangered aquatic species.

=95 Beaches =96 Four species of endangered sea turtles use the Caribbean beaches of Sian Ka'an as a nesting ground during the summer months. These unspoiled stretches of sand also grant visitors a great opportunity to see many nesting sea birds in their natural habitat.

=95 Wetlands =96 The greatest ecological diversity in the park is found in the wetlands. As the classification of wetlands includes such diverse environments as grassy savannas, nutrient-rich swamps and four distinct species of mangrove, these areas are of particular interest to tourists and researchers alike.

=95 Tropical Forests =96 The majority of the park's mammal populations are found in the tropical forests. Found inland from the Caribbean coast and the wetlands areas in the western portion of Sian Ka'an, the tropical forests provide many of the favorite sites for visiting nature lovers.

=95 Lagoons =96 Supplied by the immense underground waterways beneath the Yucatan peninsula, the numerous lagoons found in Sian Ka'an are home to many unique species. Near the coastline, ocean water mixes with fresh water to support crocodiles and wading birds. Further inland, the fresh water lagoons connect to the underground rivers through cenotes. These large sinkholes found throughout the Yucatan Peninsula have long been popular destinations with divers and water sport enthusiasts.

=95 Hummocks =96 The most unique of Sian Ka'an's environments, these forests are found only in Florida's Everglades, parts of Cuba and the Yucatan Peninsula. Known locally as petenes, this particular type of hummock habitat is defined by isolated forests surrounded by swamps or other wetlands. Much like true forests, these tropical hummocks support an incredible diversity of plant and animal life =96 including exotic birds and mammals.

Many local tour companies and ecological organizations lead groups through the park's diverse habitats each day. One such group is the Centro Ecologico Sian Ka'an (CESiaK), an organization created to educate both locals and visitors about all aspects of the park's environment. In addition to the opportunity to learn about the environment, visitors can participate in tours that feature a number of outdoor sports. From snorkeling and swimming in the park's rivers and cenotes to hiking and bird watching in the tropical forests, Sian Ka'an provides the perfect daytrip for the adventurous tourist.

If you want to experience the natural beauty and incredible history of the Yucatan Peninsula while in Cancun, you won't find a better destination than Sian Ka'an. Make the journey to "where the sky is born" and immerse yourself in one of the most vibrant natural environments in the world. This article was written by Justin Burch. Justin writes select pieces about vacationing in the Caribbean for the CasaMagna Cancun Mexico Resort [http://marriott.com/hotels/travel/cunmx-casamagna-marriott-cancun-resort/] ]]> Morgellons Disease Is Often Linked To Lyme Disease http://www.artwoo.com/article/morgellons-disease-is-often-linked-to-lyme-disease http://www.artwoo.com/article/morgellons-disease-is-often-linked-to-lyme-disease#comments Wed, 27 Sep 2006 18:27:08 +0000 lyme diseasemorgellons diseasetick biteblack legged tickluckilydeer ticksunited states http://www.artwoo.com/article/morgellons-disease-is-often-linked-to-lyme-disease Morgellons Disease seem to have also have you may well ask what Lyme disease is.

How did I get Lyme disease? How can Lyme disease be prevented / Can Lyme Disease be treated to go away or while I have it forever?

Lyme disease is a bacterial disease spread by insects called "Ticks ".

Ticks are small insects of the same family as spiders and are actually quite small.

The female tick seeks a blood meal to feed and nurture its brood of eggs similar in the manner that a female mosquito acquires a blood meal.

Imagine if you will the female tick wavers on a blade of grass until the moment that a mammal walks by. The combination of heat, moisture and carbon dioxide has to be just right.

And then the female tick latches onto the warm blooded mammal host just as brushes that blade of grass to affix herself in order for that special meal of blood.

Rather amazing and extraordinary isn't it.

But that is not all the little tick may leave you with before it crawls away with its load of your blood.

You may be left with a serious illness called Lyme disease which is caused by an infection which is caused by bacteria which were spread to you by the bite of in the northeastern and north-central and by the black-legged tick on the Pacific Coast of the United States and Canada.

Worse. Some symptoms of signs of Lyme disease may not appear until weeks, months or even years after the .

You could get these delayed symptoms years later of intermittent joint pain and arthritis, severe headaches and even heart disease.

Lyme Disease is not a myth.

Last year the incidence of Lyme Disease was estimated at about 100,000 cases in the Unites States alone.

Lyme Disease can be treated in 2006/2007 by a course of antibiotics.

Prevention of Lyme Disease is the key strategy.

First of all avoid tick infested areas especially in the spring time and early summer of July.

Wear light colored clothing so that ticks can be spotted more easily. Tuck your pant legs into socks and shirt into pants so that the disease spreading ticks cannot crawl under your clothing.

Spray yourself and your clothes with insect repellent such as you use to prevent mosquito bites. Usually these compounds, such as the most well known commercial product "Off" contain "DEET". The higher the amount of "DEET" in the product the stronger it will be.

Wear a hat and a long sleeved shirt for added protection.

Walk in the center of trails to avoid overhanging grass and brush.

Lastly after being outdoors, remove clothing and wash and dry it at high temperature. Inspect the body of yourself and your children and pets. Carefully remove any attached ticks with tweezers, grasping the tick as close to the skin surface as possible pulling straight back with a steady force. Remember as well to avoid crushing the tick's body.

If the tick is a stubborn female you may have to coax her to relax her grip. This can be done with the use of a bit of alcohol or a hot knife or head of a match.

Just remember if you are using a hot match to the tick body as a last attempt to allow any previous alcohol to evaporate before trying as the alcohol will ignite which may burn you or your family member.

Of course if you feel that you may have been bitten by a disease spreading Tick best to seek medical help.

Your doctor can prescribe antibiotics.

Remember that Lyme Disease is a serious malady. Morgellons Disease is often associated with Lyme Disease.

An ounce of prevention is worth 100 lbs (or Kilograms) of cure. Margaret Mathews Health Care Practitioner Morgellons Research Foundation Com http://www.morgellonsresearchfoundation.com ]]> Mortgage Lenders In San Diego Can Bring You Closer To Seals And Navy Seals http://www.artwoo.com/article/mortgage-lenders-in-san-diego-can-bring-you-closer-to-seals-and-navy-seals http://www.artwoo.com/article/mortgage-lenders-in-san-diego-can-bring-you-closer-to-seals-and-navy-seals#comments Thu, 28 Jun 2007 13:15:00 +0000 san diego zooron burgundymortgage lendercreaturebirdspound bodyanimal species http://www.artwoo.com/article/mortgage-lenders-in-san-diego-can-bring-you-closer-to-seals-and-navy-seals creature standing in the distance as it raises its lengthy trunk straight up into the air. It starts trumpeting. The deafening sound it makes is no jazz, that's for certain. Then, the enormous mammal points its 400-pound tusks at you and its 15,000- charges towards you! Your mind tells you to move, but your body refuses. The beast runs closer and closer, until you find yourself peering into the eyes of true terror. And then, suddenly, it slows down! The creature extends its trunk, which is powerful enough to knock down trees, towards you. You quickly reach into your pocket, pull out a handful of peanuts, and then uncurl your fingers towards the animal. The elephant happily uses its trunk to suck them up like a vacuum, and then tosses them into its mouth. Does this sound like a scene plucked out of a movie? It shouldn't. It could easily happen to you in real life. In fact, if you want to live where you can enjoy fantastic sites like the world-famous , consider hunting for a in San Diego.



, Base, and Burgundy

Have you ever considered living in San Diego? It is the home of a famous zoo, a Super Bowl-playing team, and the wacky fictional character from the 2004 film "Anchorman." San Diego is known as "the Birthplace of California," and has an amazing amount of diversity in its landscape, travel destinations, and population. Many visitors are attracted to its moderate temperatures, and they search the city for a mortgage lender in San Diego, with the goal of eventually making their home there.

A Zoo Out There The San Diego Zoo remains one of the city's most popular tourist spots. It has one of the largest collections of birds, reptiles, and mammals in the entire world! In fact, the zoo's collection includes over 800 and 6,000 plant species. The San Diego zoo was founded in 1916 and covers an enormous area of about 100-acres. In addition to the zoo itself, the Sand Diego Wild Animal Park lies about 30 miles northwest. There, you can see about 400 animal species in realistic Asian and African habitats. If you are an animal lover, you might want to consider talking to a mortgage lender in San Diego. The wild doesn't just call out to you in San Diego; it howls.

Touching Base The Naval Base San Diego, home to a fleet of metal predators, functions as the largest U.S. navy base on the United States' west coast. After the U.S. government purchased the base, the area began to explode with growth. Today, the Naval Base San Diego is completely modern and is virtually a city within a city. The base is home to about 50 ships, while roughly 40,000 employees work there. If you will become one of those workers, you might consider contacting a mortgage lender in San Diego.

Surf's Up, Dude! Not all of the water activities in San Diego are strictly business. Famous for its beaches, San Diego is home to a thriving skateboarding and surfing culture. In fact, skateboarder Tony Hawk and pro surfer Rob Machado live in the San Diego area! Windanesea, Swamis, and Black's Beach are some of the surfing hot-sports, and the city even includes a local surf shop chain. Furthermore, some of the skateboarding and surfing industries' largest companies have built their headquarters in San Diego. If you want to make the city your headquarters for rest and relaxation, talk to a mortgage lender in San Diego.



Various nationwide polls have pegged San Diego as one of the best places in California to live in. Whether it's the lives of Navy seals or the mating of seals that interest you, contacting a mortgage lender in San Diego is the first step in making the sunny city your permanent address. Looking for a free mortgage quote ( http://www.whataboutloans.com )? Whether you need figures from a mortgage lender in San Diego ( http://www.whataboutloans.com/mortgage/mortgage-lender.html ) or want to know more about 30-year mortgage rates ( http://www.whataboutloans.com/mortgage/mortgage-rates.html ), our site can help.

]]> Glacier National Park -- Discover This Historical Intact Ecosystem http://www.artwoo.com/article/glacier-national-park-discover-this-historical-intact-ecosystem http://www.artwoo.com/article/glacier-national-park-discover-this-historical-intact-ecosystem#comments Wed, 08 Oct 2008 16:57:26 +0000 william howard taftwarm shallow seasnative american tribesglacier movementintact ecosystemsnatural aging processnatural erosion http://www.artwoo.com/article/glacier-national-park-discover-this-historical-intact-ecosystem intact ecosystems in the lower 48 states. Glacier National Park encompasses 1.4 million acres (1,600 square miles) of wildlife preserves and offers some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable.

was U.S. President when the area was officially declared a National Park in 1910, but its history goes back 170 million years before then. Colliding continental plates, massive , and all joined hands to create this wonderful monument to the forces of nature.

Although tourists began visiting back in the late 1890s, archeological evidence indicates that the land was inhabited by humans as far back as 10,000 years ago. Home to the Blackfoot and Kootenai , there are areas in the Park which are still considered to be sacred grounds.

About The Ecosystem

Glacier National Park offers a simultaneous view into pre-historic times and modern flora and fauna.

Most of the rocks formations are from the Proterozoic age which ranged from 1,600 to 800 million years ago. Although rock formations of that age found in other parts of the world have been radically changed by the Earth's , those in Glacier National Park still bear most of their original characteristics. This provides a wealth of information to geologists and some very unique experiences for tourists.

These ancient rock formations are home to fossils including stromatolites, a species of algae that inhabited the that pre-dates the Rocky Mountains which are part of the Park. The fact that these fossils have survived makes the Glacier National Park a living classroom for scientists studying the evolution of Earth.

Of course, it's the glaciers that give Glacier National Park its name. These glaciers are thought to be only a few thousand years old, making them relatively young compared to the overall timeline of the Park.

Climate change is impacting the Glaciers and causing them to shrink as more snow melts during the warm season than forms in the cold season. But when the Glaciers were active, they filled the valleys with moving currents of ice which sculpted the mountain ranges you see today.

A Sea Of Wildflowers

The glacier movement combined with other natural erosion forces left behind fertile soil. That's why Glacier National Park is inhabited by an array of plants, trees and wildflowers including larch, spruce, fir, western cedar and pine trees, as well as heather, gentian, beargrass, glacier lily, pasque flower, lupine, Indian paintbrush, gaillardia, asters, and other wildflower species.

An Abundance of Wildlife

One of the contributing factors to Glacier National Park's designation as being one of the largest intact ecosystems in the lower 48 States is the fact that there are so many species of wildlife calling the Park home. From the endangered American Bald Eagle to the Western Jumping Mouse, nowhere else in North America brings together so many wildlife species.

Glacier National Park's biggest wildlife attractions include Lynx, Mountain Lion, Black and Grizzly Bear, Bison and Wolves representing but a few of the 272 species of birds and 63 mammal species found there.

Lakes of Glacier National Park

Framed by the Park's legendary mountain peaks, Glacier National Park is home to over 700 lakes including 650 named lakes. One of the largest lakes of Glacier National park is St. Mary Lake, home to St. Mary Lodge and Resort. The largest glacier-formed lake is McDonald Lake, situated 3,153 feet above sea level on the Park's Western portion and West of the Continental Divide. The lake is 10 miles long with depths ranging to 427 feet. Its shimmering water led to it being called "Sacred Dancing Lake" by the Native American Kootenai tribe.

Over 500 creeks and streams are also located in Glacier National Park as well as plenty of water falls. All in all, Glacier National Park is covered by 2,000 acres of water.

With this abundance of water, it makes sense that Glacier National Park is also home to a great many species of fish as well. The most abundant species include cutthroat trout, ling, northern pike, whitefish, kokanee salmon, grayling, rainbow trout, lake trout and the protected bull trout.

You Can See It All In One Place

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An interesting bunch overall. The cat probably could have been voted by Time as its Invention of the Year, but no. That honor went to a dog. And no, it wasn't a robot dog, either. It didn't follow commands or do any special tricks. It was just an ordinary living, breathing Afghan dog. Except for one thing: it was a cloned dog, the first of its kind in the history of science.

Yes, Snuppy the cloned dog was Time magazine's "Invention of the Year" for 2005.

Snuppy has 45 fathers, namely a 45-man team of from the or SNU. And that's where Snuppy got his name, from the combination of "SNU" and puppy. He was born on April 24 last year and, follows behind the footsteps of "," cloned in 1996, as only the second mammal to ever be cloned in the world.

There's nothing really extraordinary about Snuppy except for the fact that he is a cloned dog. And that's the most amazing thing about him - that there's nothing odd or abnormal about him and that he looks as natural as any other dog conceived from its mother's womb, except that Snuppy doesn't come from a womb. He came from a cell in an Afghan's ear from where thousands of dog embryos were created. Over a thousand of these embryos were planted into about 120 and this produced a grand total of three pregnancies. Two of the three died, one because of miscarriage and the other due to pneumonia. Snuppy was the sole survivor. It was his first big test.

Now, his next big test is to keep on living. Dolly the Sheep died after six years. And that's the benchmark that Snuppy's creators are looking at.

Snuppy's creation has come under some controversy, considering that his chief creator, Hwang Woo Suk, has been under investigation for possible fraud in his experiments. However, a thorough government investigation of Snuppy and his DNA has shown without a doubt that he is a legitimate cloned dog. Jonathon Hardcastle writes articles for http://yoursciencesource.com/ - In addition, Jonathon also writes articles for http://computerinformationsource.com/ and http://inutritioncentral.com/ ]]> A Dog Is Invention Of The Year http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-dog-is-invention-of-the-year http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-dog-is-invention-of-the-year#comments Tue, 05 Sep 2006 16:27:59 +0000 robot dogdolly the sheepclonedrobot catsole survivorsnufuel cell engine http://www.artwoo.com/article/a-dog-is-invention-of-the-year robot cat that could recognize and follow speech commands.

An interesting bunch overall. The cat probably could have been voted by Time as its Invention of the Year, but no. That honor went to a dog. And no, it wasn't a , either. It didn't follow commands or do any special tricks. It was just an ordinary living, breathing Afghan dog. Except for one thing: it was a dog, the first of its kind in the history of science.

Yes, ppy the cloned dog was Time magazine's andquot;Invention of the Yearandquot; for 2005.

Snuppy has 45 fathers, namely a 45-man team of Korean scientists from the Seoul National University or SNU. And that's where Snuppy got his name, from the combination of andquot;SNUandquot; and puppy. He was born on April 24 last year and, follows behind the footsteps of andquot;,andquot; cloned in 1996, as only the second mammal to ever be cloned in the world.

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As a park Amboseli is comparatively small, being less than 400 sq km, but it does boast over 50 of the lrger species of mammal, and over 400 species of birds.

It is also the home of the Maasai people, tall proud and brave, and nomadic, so there is evidence of their abandoned villages because they move wherever, and whenver the is used up. The cattle's damage to the grassland, added to the sheer numbers of animals along with the popularity of Amboseli, the huge number of tourists, their four wheel drive vehicle damage, has meant a restriction in where vehicles can go.

Having said all of that Amboseli is a great place to start your Holiday because of the numbers of game that you can view, and the sheer beauty of seeing the game on your Kenya Safari Holiday against the backdrop of the snow covered Mt. Kilimanjaro.

The centre area of Amboseli national park is basically a dried up lake, and swamps and springs fed by the melted snow, from originating on Kilimanjaro give the animals permanent sources of water even during the periods of drought. The best place to view game on your Kenya safari holiday is around the swamps, and there is a great place to go called .

The big question of course is what game will you see on your Kenya Safari Holiday to Amboseli? The list will incude baboon, vervetmonkey, lion, cheetah, elephat, zebra, hippo, , oryx, wildebest, gerenuk, impala, and gazelle.

Amongst the camps you need to check out for your Kenya safari Holiday in Amboseli includes Amboseli Serena Lodge, Ol Tukai Lodge, Amboseli Sopa Lodge, Tortllis Camp, and just north of Amboseli is Porini Camp. Peter Stewart writes exclusively for http://www.in-kenyasafari.com as well as http://www.worldwidevacationspots.com and he has in depth knowledge of the places he writes about. ]]> San Diego Whale Watching http://www.artwoo.com/article/san-diego-whale-watching http://www.artwoo.com/article/san-diego-whale-watching#comments Sun, 27 Aug 2006 20:27:12 +0000 gray whalesbirch aquariumgray whalewhale watchingsan diegobaja californiamigration http://www.artwoo.com/article/san-diego-whale-watching San Diego is the ideal place to watch the annual of the . Looked upon as one of nature's ultimate spectacles; the migration of is nothing short of breathtaking. The coastline of San Diego is one of their migratory points as they travel from the waters of the Arctic to the warmer regions of the Baja (California), where females also give birth.

Every year, roughly 26,000 gray whales will make the long journey of 10,000+ miles from the Arctic to the Baja and back. If you look at this journey and compare it to any other mammal, you'll notice that the gray whale by far has the greatest amount of traveling at hand.

If you've never experienced , you'll be happy to know that anyone will find it memorable - young or old. Spotting a gray whale along the coastline is something that is truly a memorable moment, making you stop for a second and truly appreciate these awesome mammals.

If you ask the in San Diego, you'll find that gray whales are seen most frequently from December through March. While they travel in dozens normally, it's nothing to see pods of them (2 - 3) as they travel during migration. Throughout the coast of San Diego, you can easily spot these whales as they are somewhat slow swimmers.

During their swimming, they will normally dive to a depth of 100 feet or more for a few minutes, then surface and blow. Then, they will do a few shallow dives, before making that deep dive again. When watching whales, figuring out this pattern makes the success of watching them all the more fun and exciting.

While there are many common places to watch whales, nothing seems to compare to the excitement of watching them from aboard a cruise. There are many cruises that take place in San Diego, many of which offer unbeatable deals. From Handamp;M Landing to the Birch Aquarium, cruises are some of the best ways to see the beauty and tranquility of the traveling gray whales.

The beauty of the gray whales can also be seen from many points of the San Diego coast, including the Cabrillo National Monument on Point Loma or the cliffs of Torrey Pines State Beach. Along these points, you can see the whales as they make their travels.

Whether it's a cruise or just watching from the coast, whale watching in San Diego is something you truly have to see to appreciate. You can take your kids, family, or even your friends. Whale watching can definately be exciting, all you have to do is plan your day and enjoy everything that the beauty of the gray whale will provide you with. Burt Cotton http://www.about-san-diego.com ]]> How To Be A Responsible Cat Owner http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-be-a-responsible-cat-owner http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-be-a-responsible-cat-owner#comments Tue, 11 Apr 2006 18:00:06 +0000 cat catscat livescat ownercrazy catsdry foodcows milkcanned cat food http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-be-a-responsible-cat-owner cat owner and provide for the needs of your cats. This means that you have to think about the cats' living conditions, feeding, grooming, and clean-up.

Regarding your cat's living conditions, this will be largely influenced by your own lifestyle. If you live in an apartment in a city, then your cat should live solely indoors. If you live in a farm, then your cat may live solely outdoors or live both indoors and outdoors. When your solely outdoors, it must be provided with some form of shelter, such as a barn. What you should not do is to keep a cat inside a cage. This will drive your cat crazy. Cats treasure the freedom to move freely.

When it comes to the food of your cat, you may give free-choice feedings or scheduled feedings. If the cat is given free choice, it will feed every few hours. This is usually for cats who lead active lives. But if the cat is facing an obesity problem, then scheduled feedings should be best. You must also remember that cats are genuine carnivores. They are natural hunters. They will not survive on a diet of grains and vegetables. In fact, they don't need these types of food. They only need meat. Their bodies require a great amount of protein than any other mammal. You may opt to give your cat or . The canned food tastes a lot better but the dry food is advisable for the cat's teeth. You may alternate the use of both types. What you should avoid is giving your cat cow's milk. Cow's milk has proteins that are too large for the cat to digest. This milk will make your cat suffer from diarrhea, vomiting and intestinal upset. At all times, there should be fresh clean water available to your cat.

Cats usually take care of their own grooming so the owner need not worry about this aspect. Cats like to clean themselves using their rough tongue. Although, the owner can help comb his cat when the breed has long hair. When the cat stops grooming itself, then that is the time that the owner should worry. The cat may not be feeling well.

Cats like to eliminate in relatively clean places. In fact, you will find outdoor cats digging the ground before releasing their waste. Afterwards, they cover their waste. For indoor cats, the owner should provide a litter box. This box should be changed and cleaned every week because when the cat finds that the box is not clean enough, it will find other places to take care of its waste. This is certainly a bad and smelly news for the owner. About The Author: Peter Garant's pet meds site http://www.pet-meds-101.com/ site has an extensive collection of cat articles http://www.pet-meds-101.com/your-cat.php ]]> Fun Online Trivia Game Questions And Answers http://www.artwoo.com/article/fun-online-trivia-game-questions-and-answers http://www.artwoo.com/article/fun-online-trivia-game-questions-and-answers#comments Wed, 25 Apr 2007 04:50:03 +0000 swiss cheesetypes of bacteriateaserhow many oceans are theretriviaheart pumpsfive oceans http://www.artwoo.com/article/fun-online-trivia-game-questions-and-answers
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Hughes and the Spruce Goose

Howard Hughes directed the building of the wooden plane and piloted the airplane on its maiden and only flight in November 1947. Hughes did not like the name Hercules, nor did he appreciate the phrase Spruce Goose. Hughes and his team accomplished all of this working with "non-essential" materials, building a wood aircraft, mostly birch not spruce, that even many of his colleagues dismissed as impossible. Hughes invested seven million dollars of his own into the project to keep it going. After flying the plane, Hughes had proved the critics wrong, but the justification for continued spending on the project was gone. Hughes's obsessive effort to build the world's largest airplane is dramatized in the highly acclaimed movie The Aviator.



The Evergreen Aviation Museum in McMinnville, Oregon is home to the world-famous Spruce Goose and over fifty other historic aircraft and exhibits. The Evergreen Aviation Museum in McMinnville is a must-see for any . The progression of aviation from its very start through to the space age is represented at the Evergreen Aviation Museum. The museum staff hopes to eventually open the interior of the Spruce Goose to the public. For the true aviation buff, the is only about an hour away and has some excellent exhibits as well. Located thirty-six miles southwest of Portland in McMinnville, the Evergreen Aviation Museum can be accessed directly from Highway 18, which serves as the principal route connecting the Portland metropolitan area and the central Oregon coast. Daytime parking is free and available for automobile, motorcoach, and bus parking during Museum visits.

The Spruce Goose at Evergreen Museum is a great thing to visit on an Oregon wine country tour. To find out more about the Oregon Wine Country and to find a great BandB to stay in go to http://www.andreabedandbreakfast.com/Spruce-Goose-Museum.htm ]]> Bigfoot DNA and Bigfoot, Himself, Remain Elusive http://www.artwoo.com/article/bigfoot-dna-and-bigfoot-himself-remain-elusive http://www.artwoo.com/article/bigfoot-dna-and-bigfoot-himself-remain-elusive#comments Sun, 02 Nov 2008 19:01:27 +0000 dna sampleselusive creaturenorthern georgiamythical creatureopossumexact locationnegation http://www.artwoo.com/article/bigfoot-dna-and-bigfoot-himself-remain-elusive mythical creature, resurfaced. This time, the people who testify the existence of the creature have Bigfoot with them. According to them, the Bigfoot DNA samples were taken from the dead body of the creature found lying in the forests of . They even presented three blurry pictures of the creature placed inside a container resembling a refrigerator. However, they did not disclose the where they took the picture and where they stored the dead body of the alleged creature, saying that they were protecting it from possible harms. They have resolved that the elusive Bigfoot is no more elusive and that it really exists. And so, that was their story.

However, science tells us that they are wrong. The two Bigfoot DNA samples they secured were tested and analyzed by a scientist in California. And the result -- one was a DNA sample from a human, and the other one was from a forest mammal (the size of a cat) called . With that said, the alleged Bigfoot DNA samples are no less than an attempt to make a stir in the media.

The two defended their claim and still resolved that the Bigfoot DNA samples they secured were actually taken from the creature's dead body. As with the result that the samples were from the DNA of a human and an opossum, they claimed that those were probably the creatures eaten by the Bigfoot before it died; thus, affecting the Bigfoot DNA.

Today, they are still claiming the existence of the amidst the of science. While others still believe the existence of Bigfoot, others take the rejection of the alleged Bigfoot DNA as enough to make them believe that the creature is non-existent. Why don't the two discoverers just bring the alleged Bigfoot's dead body to the public so that medical professionals can thoroughly and professionally verify whether it's really a corpse of the Bigfoot or not. The Bigfoot DNA they presented is as good as inutile if they can't bring the dead body to the public.

The two defended their claim and still resolved that the Bigfoot DNA samples they secured were actually taken from the creature's dead body. As with the result that the samples were from the DNA of a human and an opossum, they claimed that those were probably the creatures eaten by the Bigfoot before it died; thus, affecting the Bigfoot DNA.

Today, they are still claiming the existence of the elusive creature amidst the negation of science. While others still believe the existence of Bigfoot, others take the rejection of the alleged Bigfoot DNA as enough to make them believe that the creature is non-existent. Why don't the two discoverers just bring the alleged Bigfoot's dead body to the public so that medical professionals can thoroughly and professionally verify whether it's really a corpse of the Bigfoot or not. The Bigfoot DNA they presented is as good as inutile if they can't bring the dead body to the public.Learn more about DNA Testing  and Paternity DNA Testing at http://www.DNA-PaternityTests.com.]]>