What is Groundhog Day and where did it come from?
Groundhog day has its origins in an ancient Celtic festival called Imbolc, which was held on each year on February 1st.
What happens to a turtle’s shell after it dies?
A turtle's shell will eventually decompose, but at a much slower rate than its flesh, innards, and organs due it being made of bone...
Why are dollars referred to as bucks?
Like many others words, the etymology of this word isn't 100% clear, but strong evidence suggests that a dollar is called a “buck” thanks...
Why don’t cats enjoy the taste of sweets?
Cats have a genetic deficiency that essentially deletes the sugar detectors on their taste buds. In other words, cats do not possess the "wiring"...
How much meat does a cow provide?
An average cow will provide nearly 400 pounds of beef. On average, a beef steer weighs over 1000 pounds, but the entire cow doesn't...