2/24/2023 9:00:00 AM
Happy Friday -- more fun facts...
- Though less common than earthquakes, the moon has moonquakes, too. That's right. Moonquakes.
- You lose much of your taste buds while on an airplane. This might explain much about those less-than-stellar in-flight meals or why you crave the saltiest foods in the sky.
- Although it may sound counterintuitive, your small intestine is the largest (internal) organ in your body.
- You probably know that snails are petty slow creatures, but did you know that they also take the longest naps? One nap can last up to three years.
- You may be jealous of a bird's ability to fly, but it may soothe your envy to learn they can't live in space because they need gravity to swallow.
- Bees can sting other bees if they feel threatened or are protecting their territory. In other words, you're not the only one scared of getting stung.
- Whether you've seen a tiger in real life or in a photo, you know they have striped fur. But they have striped skin, as well.
- If you're a cat lover, you may be surprised by this exciting fact: Cats can't taste anything sweet. That's probably why they can't get enough of their favorite salty snack.
- Most people know dolphins have incredible sonar abilities. But did you know they were studied as war tools during the Cold War? They are as bright as people say they are.
- Not only are sea lions adorable, but they're also very musical. They are the only animal that can clap to a beat.
- Like humans, koalas actually have unique fingerprints. If you place a koala and a human fingerprint side by side, they're pretty hard to differentiate.
- You may know that everyone's fingerprints are different, but did you know that the same is true of everyone's tongue print.
- Your brain uses 10 watts of energy to think but can't feel pain. You know what they say: Mind over matter.
- Brendan Fraser almost died while filming The Mummy (he passed out while filming a scene). Pretty scary.
- In a group of 23 people, there is a 50% chance that two will share the same birthday.