Do you know how tall (or short) a leprechaun is? Most people don’t know how tall these little Irish creatures are. Would you have guessed they are less than 4.5 ft tall? We’ve compared several dozen reported leprechaun sightings in an attempt to gather enough data and a large enough sample size to confidently state …
Do you know how fast can a hippo run? Did you know that a hippo can actually outrun a human? It’s true! In this blog post, we will discuss the top speed of a hippo and how it compares to other animals. We will also talk about why hippos are so fast and how they …
One of the most common questions we get is “Can rabbits eat cucumber?” The answer, like with most things, is it depends. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at the nutritional value of cucumbers and whether or not rabbits can benefit from eating them. Yes, rabbits can eat cucumber! In fact, cucumber is …
Do you have a raccoon problem? How long do raccoons live? The answer to that question may surprise you! In this blog post, we will discuss everything you need to know about how long raccoons live. The average lifespan of a raccoon is around 2 to 3 years in the wild and generally not over …
Bars and Pubs – The Great Debate Do you know the difference between a pub and a bar? There are some key differences between bars and pubs. Many people don’t, and they are often confused as to what the two establishments have in common. Let’s compare bars and pubs and discuss the distinctions between them. …
Science Palais de la DecouverteSynchrotron soleil There’s a great book called The Geek Atlas: 128 Places Where Science and Technology Come Alive, a list of nerdy tourist attractions around the globe. I haven’t exactly read it, but when I left for Paris to do research September-November last year at the Synchrotron Soleil (pictured above) I …
Reading textbooks gives me scary flashbacks of my days as an undergraduate (about 2 weeks ago). I did a little research on the internet and supposedly there are these things kids are calling “light reads” that make reading fun again. Comic books/Graphic novels are the pinnacle of fun, so I put together a quick list …
“It’s a bird…it’s a plane…it’s superma-“ Oh, no wait, it is a bird! Do you want to know how fast an eagle can fly? Fun fact for you, eagles are some of the fastest animals on the planet and can reach speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. Let’s take a closer look at …
Do you know what Sea Monkeys eat? If not, don’t worry. You’re not alone. A lot of people don’t know what these creatures dine on. Let’s get ‘munching’ on what sea monkeys eat and provide some interesting facts about their diet. Keep reading to learn more! Sea monkeys are a type of brine shrimp that …
How long do pigs live? This is a question that many people ask, and the answer may surprise you. In this blog post, we will discuss the life expectancy of pigs and some of the factors that influence how long they live. Stay tuned for more information! The average lifespan of a pig is 10-12 …
Is qu a scrabble word? Qu is a word that is often debated among Scrabble players. Some people believe that it is not a word, while others argue that it is. Yes, “qu” is indeed a Scrabble word! In fact, it’s not only a legal Scrabble word, but it’s actually a pretty useful one too. …
One of the most commonly asked questions is whether can rabbits eat broccoli or not. The answer, as it turns out, is a bit complicated. Broccoli is a healthy vegetable that is packed with nutrients, but it can also be dangerous for rabbits if eaten in large quantities. In this blog post, we will take …