The world is a fascinating area that is full of fascinating facts often then it is a surprise to discover strange facts that appear too bizarre to be real. Here's a list of some odd and unbelievable facts from around the world, covering nature or history, even science Weird Blogs!
1. Bananas Are Technically Berries, but Strawberries Are Not
Botanically, a fruit is a type of fruit that grows out of the ovary, which is a single flower that has seeds embedded within the flesh. By this definition, the bananas can be classified as berries however strawberries, that develop from a single flower with multiple and ovaries do not. When you're enjoying the morning bowl of fruits, it's a good time to reflect on your fruity dilemma!
2. Wombat Poop Is Cube-Shaped
Yes, you read that right. Wombats, the furry marsupials indigenous to Australia produce cube-shaped poop. Scientists believe this unusual trait will stop the poop falling away, allowing wombats using it to mark their territory. It's one of nature's oddest engineering marvels.
3. Octopuses Have Three Hearts and Blue Blood
If you thought that octopuses were aliens with their eight arms and super-intelligent and intelligence, here's an additional fun fact They have three hearts! Two pumps blood through their gills while the other pumps it to the rest of the body. Their blood is blue due to hemocyanin which is an molecule made of copper that binds oxygen.
4. There’s a Jellyfish That Lives Forever
It is believed that Turritopsis Dohrnii of which it is known as the "immortal jellyfish," is the only fish that has the capability to return its cells to an earlier stage after reaching maturity. This process, called transdifferentiation, allows the jellyfish to potentially escape death and start its life cycle over. While they aren't invincible to predators, this transformation is a remarkable feat of nature.
5. A Day on Venus Is Longer Than a Year
Venus has a remarkably slow spin, which takes around 243 Earth days for a spin on its axis. However, it takes only the 225 Earth days to allow Venus in its orbit around the Sun. That means that a day on Venus is technically longer than its year.
6. Sloths Can Hold Their Breath Longer Than Dolphins
It is surprising to learn that sloths, who are known by their slow and sluggish movements, can hold their breath for up to 40 minutes by reducing down their heart rate. Dolphins however generally remain in their breathing for approximately 10 minutes before jumping up to catch air.
7. Sharks Have Been Around Longer Than Trees
Sharks are an ancient species which have existed for more than 400 million of years, while trees have existed for approximately 350 million years. Sharks have survived mass extinctions, adapting to different environments, and are among the most resilient species on Earth.
8. The Eiffel Tower Can Grow Taller in Summer
The Eiffel Tower, which is made mostly from iron, expands during the hot temperatures. During summer, it can reach 6 inches taller as a result of thermal expansion. If temperatures drop, it returns to its size.
9. Honey Never Spoils
Archaeologists have discovered pots of honey in the ancient Egyptian tombs which are over three thousand years old, and are perfect for eating. Honey's moisture-content is very low as well as its acidic pH make honey resistant to spoilage and bacteria, giving it an almost permanent shelf life.
10. A Cloud Can Weigh Over a Million Pounds
Even though they appear like fluffy and light, clouds are quite massive. A typical cumulus cloud has the equivalent of millions of water droplets, which together weigh more than 1 million pounds. Luckily, the weight is spread over vast areas, and it can easily float in the atmosphere.
11. Some Turtles Breathe Through Their Butts
Certain turtle species, such as turtles like the Australian Fitzroy River turtle, possess a unique adaptation referred to as cloacal breathing. They are able to draw oxygen from the water via their closed cloaca (an multi-purpose opening) as well as allowing them to stay for extended periods.
12. There’s a Town With No Cemeteries
It is believed that the Norwegian town called Longyearbyen has a peculiar policy: it's illegal to commit suicide there. Because of the permafrost in the area, burial sites do not break down, which could spread disease. If a person is seriously ill it is transferred to a nearby town for medical care.
13. Cows Have Best Friends
Cows are social animals. They establish strong bonds with individuals within their herd. Studies have revealed that cows feel stressed when they're separated from their favorite family members, highlighting the emotional depth of these gentle creatures.
14. Water Can Boil and Freeze Simultaneously
In a particular pressure, known at the triple-point water can exist as a liquid, gas, and solid at the same time. This is due to the fact that the circumstances are perfect for all three elements to coexist.
15. Your Stomach Gets a New Lining Every Few Days
The human stomach creates strong acids for digestion of food, and could harm the stomach itself if not for its protective lining. This lining gets replaced every 3-4 days in order to ensure that your stomach healthy and functioning.
16. Pineapples Take Two Years to Grow
Despite their delicious and sweet taste, pineapples are slow-growing plants. It takes 2-years for a plant to make a single fruit, which makes them among the most labour-intensive crops that you can cultivate.
17. The Shortest War Lasted 38 Minutes
The AngloZanzibar Conflict, which occurred among two countries, the United Kingdom and the Sultanate of Zanzibar on August 27 1896. It holds the record for the shortest war in the history of. After a mere 38 minutes, Zanzibar surrendered, making it a blink-and-you'll-miss-it conflict.
18. Birds Don’t Pee
Unlike mammals, birds don't produce liquid urine. Instead, they release the uric acid in a paste form. This is the reason birds' droppings look white. This makes them more efficient in preserving water and remain light-weight for flight.
19. Sea Cucumbers Can Eject Their Internal Organs
When threatened, sea cucumbers come up with a bizarre defense strategy in which they expels their internal organs via the anus to ward off predators. They are also able to regenerate these organs in a matter of weeks.
20. A Group of Flamingos Is Called a “Flamboyance”
The vibrant pink birds make a splash with their names in that their collective term is just as vivid. Flamingos make up a group that is fittingly called a "flamboyance," adding flair to their already stunning appearance.
The world is filled with strange and wonderful facts that make us marvel at nature’s creativity and humanity’s peculiar history. Which of these weird facts was your favorite? Let us know what bizarre tidbits you’ve encountered—you might just have the next addition to this list!