Ants are known to have a short life cycle. However, it may surprise you to know that some ants can outlive household pets. Many have life spans that vary from days to decades. The question of how long do ants live actually varies widely by species and type of ant. We will dive a bit […]
How Long Do Ants Live?
Why are Red and Green Christmas Colors?
Never has a color combination been more strongly associated with a specific event or holiday than green and red. White and black can be the a chessboard, the representations of good and evil, or the colorings of a Dalmatian- but green and red? That’s Christmas. Only Christmas. But, why are red and green Christmas colors? Why […]
The Dunning–Kruger Effect – Do Stupid People Know That They Are Stupid?
You must have pondered it, at least, a dozen times, right? Does this person know how dumb they are? It is quite possible that answer is no. They have no idea. Not only that but perhaps they even believe they are decidedly smarter than anyone will give them credit for. This seemingly rampant behavioral phenomenon […]
What is “Pardon My French” Origin and Meaning?
“Pardon my French,” is one of those weird quotes that non-native English speakers might find hard to comprehend in normal conversations. It does not make sense. Exactly what is the speaker asking a pardon for, and why does it specifically have to be French? And why is the usual follow up to this quote a […]
What is Catnip and Why Do Cats Get Weird Over It?
Ever wonder what it is about the seemingly harmless herb known as catnip that drives a cat to have a full-on spaz attack? You are not alone. This mysterious kitty dope was originally for human consumption before it started making cats have crazy eyes. Catnip is formally known as Nepeta Cataria. What is the Catnip […]
What Animal Can Run the Longest?
Is it the dog? Possibly the cat? Maybe it is the long-legged horse? Has to be the speedy cheetah? Well, it is the efficient camel then? Or is it none of the above. The answer may surprise you, All you need to do is gaze in the mirror to witness the planet’s most efficient and […]