AOL: Meet the Hoatzin, the Smelly Bird With Claws on Its Wings
Have you ever heard of the smelly bird that has claws on its wings? Yes, such an animal does exist—and it’s called the hoatzin. This bird is known for its rotten scent, thanks to its hardworking ...
Ideal blood pressure is categorized as normal. Increased blood pressure may be categorized as elevated, stage 1 or stage 2 depending on the specific numbers. A diagnosis of high blood pressure is usually based on the average of two or more readings taken on separate visits.
A higher than normal concentration often is a result of not drinking enough fluids. Protein. Low levels of protein in urine are typical. Small increases in protein in urine usually aren't a cause for concern, but larger amounts might indicate a kidney problem. Sugar. The amount of sugar (glucose) in urine is typically too low to be detected.
The Conversation: The brilliant and bizarre ways birds use their sense of smell – from natural cologne to pest control
When we think about birds, we often picture their colourful plumage: the iridescence of a peacock’s tail or the electric blue flash of a kingfisher. Or we might consider how they use voices, from the ...
The brilliant and bizarre ways birds use their sense of smell – from natural cologne to pest control
This press release is available in German. The sense of smell might indeed be as important to birds as it is to fish or even mammals. This is the main conclusion of a study by Silke Steiger (Max ...