Kellianne Matthews

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This Bird's Movement Isn't a Dance, It's a Message: Back Off!

1 week ago | a-z-animals.com | Kellianne Matthews

Woodcocks are known for their unique and almost comical way of walking, which seems a better fit for a 1970s disco than the woodlands in which they live. The birds in this YouTube video step forward, then rhythmically rock their bodies back and forth before taking another sliding step. This swaying motion is amusing to watch, but it’s a rather slow way to get around. So, why do these groovy little birds move in such a peculiar way?
This Is the Newest Military Base in the United States

1 week ago | 247wallst.com | Kellianne Matthews

Military On April 11, 2025, President Donald Trump approved the transfer of a section of federal land along the U.S.-Mexican border to the Department of Defense, with the intent of expanding it into an Army base. The administration’s goal is to enable military personnel to detain migrants and other individuals crossing the border.
This Powerful Bird Can Crush a Snake's Skull, No Problem

1 week ago | a-z-animals.com | Kellianne Matthews

The African savanna is home to many amazing and unique animals, including the secretary bird. This striking creature may look like it’s dressed for a fancy masquerade ball, but don’t expect it to be a welcoming host! As one unlucky jackal learned in this YouTube video, these birds are not animals to trifle with. The secretary bird is tall.
These Medal of Honor Recipients Defined Heroism and Valor in Iwo Jima

1 week ago | 247wallst.com | Kellianne Matthews

Skip to content Military Two weeks ago, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth joined other high-ranking officials from the United States and Japan on Iwo Jima to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, a pivotal and utterly brutal conflict during World War II. (These World War II battles had the most casualties.) The battle, which raged from February 19 to March 26, 1945, is infamous for its intense fighting and the iconic image of U.S. Marines raising the American flag...
The Most Common Tumors in Dogs (With Pictures)

1 week ago | a-z-animals.com | Kellianne Matthews

Tumors develop when cells in the body grow uncontrollably. Finding a tumor on your dog can be very frightening, but they are not always detrimental — some are benign, while others are malignant. Benign tumors are not cancerous and do not spread. Malignant tumors, on the other hand, are cancerous and can spread to other parts of the body, causing severe health issues for your dog.
When the Planet's Second Largest Animal Surfaces from the Ocean's Depths, It's an Awe-Inspiring Sight

2 weeks ago | a-z-animals.com | Kellianne Matthews

The seemingly endless size and depth of the ocean can conceal breathtaking creatures so enormous that it can be difficult for us to even imagine them. One such animal is the fin whale, a true leviathan that moves with an elegant, almost magical quality. Second only in size to the blue whale, the fin whale’s powerful presence can leave onlookers spellbound.
A Larger-Than-Life Gray Whale Swims Up to a Boat for Hugs and Kisses

2 weeks ago | a-z-animals.com | Kellianne Matthews

Each year, gray whales (Eschrichtius robustus) complete one of the most impressive journeys in the animal kingdom. They travel thousands of miles between their Arctic feeding grounds and the warmer waters of Mexico. What’s truly remarkable, however, is what happens during their winters in the lagoons of Baja California.
These Warships and Submarines Are the Future of the U.S. Navy

2 weeks ago | 247wallst.com | Kellianne Matthews

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The Only Place on Earth Where You'll Find This Particular Snake Species (and a Rumored 1 Snake for Every 10 Square Feet!)

2 weeks ago | a-z-animals.com | Kellianne Matthews

If, like Indiana Jones, you’re not a fan of snakes, then you probably won’t be booking a trip to “Snake Island” anytime soon. Picture an entire island teeming with thousands of snakes — and not just any snakes, but deadly, venomous pit vipers. Where is this frightfully dangerous place, and just how treacherous is it?
The Largest Wolf in History was Twice the Size of a Dire Wolf

2 weeks ago | a-z-animals.com | Kellianne Matthews

Dire wolves, brought back into the spotlight through recent cloning efforts, are often portrayed as the greatest of prehistoric canines. Yet, even the largest dire wolf would pale in comparison to Epicyon haydeni. This colossal canine, whose very name translates to “more than a dog”, truly lived up to its epic monker, reigning as the largest wolf to ever walk the Earth.