The great white shark is a large species of shark that inhabits most coastal waters with a water temperature between 12 and 24 degrees. Also known as the great white or white pointer it is regarded as the world’s largest known macropredatory fish and can grow to lengths of 6.1 m (20 ft) and be as heavy as 2,268 kg (5,000 lb). The great white shark is has a white underside and a grey dorsal area and some have a white tip on the dorsal fin. These are one of the only sharks known to raise their heads about the water to watch other objects such as prey and boats. Once they reach maturity great white sharks primarily target marine mammals such as dolphins, seals and sea otters as their main source of food. So why are great white sharks endangered? Read this article to find out.
Oliver Twist is a classic piece of literature that was written in 1838. The books subtitle was The Parish Boys Progress which was meant to draw a parallel to The Pilgrims Progress written by John Bunyan. The novel is the story of an orphan boy, Oliver Twist, and his horrible existence working in a workhouse in England. Oliver soon runs away from the workhouse to London where he falls in with a gang of pickpockets. In essence the book was a social commentary on the evils of the time which included child labour, use of children in criminal activities and the alarming number of street children in London in the 1830’s. The book has since been made into numerous films and television shows as well as a musical play and motion picture.
There are more than 32,000 species of fish on the planet, which makes them the most diverse group of vertebrates. Depending on the species, fish live in freshwater or saltwater environments and breathe by extracting oxygen from the water via gills (although some species can breathe air directly). Fish are found throughout the world’s oceans, rivers and lakes. Fish vary greatly in shapes and sizes, with the largest fish being the massive whale shark at approximately 16 m (52 ft) in length. The average length of a fish is about 15-30 cm (6-12 in), but many species are far smaller. Let’s find out which of the 32,000 species of fish is the smallest in the world.
The Grand Canyon is a large canyon that stretches 446 km (277 miles) long, up to 29 km (18 miles) wide and approximately 800 m (2,600 ft) deep. The Grand Canyon is a protected area and is contained within the Grand Canyon National Park. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations of the world and about 5 million people visit the National Park each year. The most popular tourist activities include general sightseeing, hiking, rafting and other tours. The Grand Canyon is listed as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Let’s find out where this popular tourist destination is located.
New Zealand is an island nation located to the east of Australia. It has been inhabited since the 13th century and European contact was made in the 17th century. Sheep were first introduced by the British sometime between 1773 and 1777. It is thought that British explorer James Cook brought these animals to New Zealand to feed the whalers operating in the area. Sheep have been farmed in New Zealand since this time, but sheep farming did not become a boom industry until 1856. This boom in the industry saw the number of sheep in the country reach a peak of 70 million animals in 1982. For more than 130 years sheep farming was the single most important industry in New Zealand, but the industry is now in decline due to falling wool prices and other factors.
The Rose Bowl is an annual college football game usually played on New Year’s Day (January 1). It is the oldest college bowl game and is often considered to be the most important. Currently, the Rose Bowl is played between the Pacific-12 and the Big Ten conference champions (unless those teams are involved in the national championship game). The first Rose Bowl was played on January 1, 1902, at Tournament Park in Pasadena, California. Let’s find out who won the first ever Rose Bowl.
Iran is one of the largest countries located in the Middle East. Officially the Islamic Republic of Iran it is home to approximately 77,356,669 people and covers a total area of 1,648,195 square kilometers (636,372 sq mi). Iran is one of the world’s oldest civilizations, but the modern day republic was established in 1979 after the Iranian Revolution. It is one of the founding members of the United Nations and is considered a regional power in the Middle East. Let’s find out where Iran is located.
A drill is a tool that can be used for cutting or for drilling holes into various types of materials such as wood, metal and plastics. A drill bit can be interchanged to change the diameter of the hole made or the action of the drill. An electric drill is a handheld tool that is powered by electricity rather than being hand cranked. Electric drills can have power cords or run from a battery (these are called cordless drills). Electric drills allow for different speeds and applications such as drilling, grinding or screwing. So who invented the electric drill? Read this article to find out.
Rodrigo Santoro is a famous Brazilian actor who has appeared in a number of well known films. His career began in Brazil and his critically acclaimed work in his home country led to recognition in North America. However, it was his work in the film “Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle” that gave him an important boost into Hollywood. He continues to work both at home and in the U.S. and is one of the hottest Brazilian actors in the industry. The following is a list of movies that Rodrigo Santoro has acted in during his career so far.
Cockatoos are a family of birds that are also related to parrots. They are best known for their impressive crests and curved beaks, which are used for eating seeds, fruit, flowers and insects. Some species have some coloration, but in general they are less colorful than other parrots. Many species are popular as pets, but the illegal trade in cockatoos has led to a number of species being listed as endangered. In total there are 21 species of cockatoos and they are all found in a relatively small area of the world. Let’s find out where cockatoos live.