Toxic milkweed grasshopper*

This is type of grasshopper is really one of a kind, unlike other grasshopper. This specific grasshopper is the toxic milkweed grasshopper. The colors of this type of grasshopper is red, black and a little bit of orange-yellow on its tail. The strong colors are a warning sign, because it is very poisonous. 

They feed on toxic milkweed and store the toxic compounds in their body. When this grasshopper feels threatened, it will spew a toxic liquid near its hind legs.

So please if you see this type of creature anywhere...Please don't take chances and eat it. This can kill you (Silence I kill you....lol) :)

This is not the biggest but also not even the smallest...

Alaskan malamute*

This dog was bred in Alaska for the use as a utilitarian dog and later as an Alaska sled dog by the Eskimos. These dogs are sometimes mistaken for a Siberian husky due to the colors. They are very different in many ways like the size, personality and bone structure or the muscles.

Eye color: Darkish brown, different shades of brown.

Ears: upright, small and on the side of the skull.

Head: Very wide

Coat: Double coat, Daily brushing is recommended,

Markings: The nose and gums are black.

Size: 61cm Height and about 36kg – 42kg Weight.

Paws: Snowshoe feet

Something interesting about the Alaskan malamute:

Their tales keep them warm during winter time or cold weather. They are still using this type of dogs for sledding, carting and much more. They are very difficult to train, but if you have the knowledge and understanding this dog, training can be successful. They do bark sometimes but is mainly very quiet. When they vocalize/talk it is a ‘woo’ sound. They also howl like wolfs.

This type of dog is a member of the Spitz group of dogs, about 2000-3000 years ago to the Mahlemuits tribe of Alaska. They are descended from the arctic wolf. They need a regular walk, long distance and if you have a swimming pool, just put the dog inside to cool it off. They need plenty fresh water and a lot of shading.  This Alaskan Malamutes is very good with children, but supervising is required. They do make wonderful pets, but have in mind that this type of dog isn’t just for everyone.

If you consider having a Alaskan Malamute, please remember to look at the additional information and when you make a commitment in taking this type of dog, do it good and look after it. The picture below is one of our own Alaskan Malamutes.

This type of dog isn’t just any type of dog... I guess you don’t see an Alaskan malamute everyday? 

The sources I have used for this article on my blog are:

http://www.petsplace.co.za/alaskan_malamute.htm

www.dogbreedinfo.com/alaskanmalamute.htm

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaskan_Malamute

http://www.amrescueohio.com/MalvsHusky.html

friends*

What is the real meaning of friends? Friends will call you, but your best friend will be sitting next to you. Friends will visit you, but best friends will stay a whole weekend. Friends like to share their thoughts, but best friends will tell their deepest secret. 

Friends won’t call you at 2am, but best friends will speak until 2am. Friends will judge you to perfection, but best friends won’t care, they like you the way you are. Friends don’t share, but best friends will wear everything of you. 

Now friends sometimes understand, but best friends will be helping you and guide you. I had a best friend; she will still be my best friend, until she left me uncapped. Thank you but this isn’t the way it should be… You make your decisions without me knowing instead of talking it through. 

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Smallest car for fun*

I went for a walk with the dogs and I couldn't believe what I saw.

It was the tiniest car I had seen in my life...ever! This car is a type of mini cooper and works with a battery.
The child of the couple whose car thing it was, were driving it on the side walk of the beach. This is really the thing we don't see daily. Do you think so?

The target group is the young children, because it is so small...a full grown man/woman won't be able to fit in this small car. So if you have children and you are tired of looking after them when you go out for a walk, maybe this is what you should get. P.S: it can make the children lazy...

Some people won't agree with me, but all I'm saying is that this isn't something we don't see daily. LOL! I have taken a picture of this tiny car...please take a look and tell me what you think of it... I think it is pretty hilarious. :)

Stars*

Well we all know that the stars in the sky is the one thing that help us to catch a breath when things get bad. The stars is my favourite in the night. I mean...just look at it when you are outside in the night. The stars has so many different types of meanings for different types of people.

For instance: we all see the star as a wish, the old meaning as a shooting star. This is one of the oldest sayings in history..."make a wish if you see a shooting star."

Some people use the stars to 'remember' loved ones...you know when you look upon the stars and try to find the shiniest star there is. Other people look at the stars when they miss their special someone when they aren't by them. I usually say: "look at the stars, because I am looking too. This is our connection when I miss you."

The last one but not least is the star signs. Yes a lot of people do believe in this stuff, seriously... not my type to try to identify myself in any manner. Just believe in who you are, but people may vary.

The stars is really small from earth, but this is the small thing that we forget. So next time when you see a shooter star...remember to make a wish. :)

Lion*

The lion is one of those animals we don't see daily.... The lion is the king of the jungle, so they say and yes it can be true, but why isn't the elephant or the giraffe? Think about it and let me know...

The lion cubs is usually born with spots, but it will disappear when the cub reach adulthood. Interesting right?
Did you know that the other word for lion is the Panthera leo. The only characteristic between the male and female lion is the end of their tales ends with a ball of fluff. Now there were 7 types of lions, but the Cape Lion became extinct in 1860. The lion is the second biggest cat in the world!

The lion is one of my favourite wild animals and there for the lion has my pride. He is part of the Big 5 that represent our country. :)

I hope you enjoyed the little facts and if you are a woman and if you actually see a lion...Remember that you are not the only one who serves dinner. No offence men! At least you don't have to cook 40pounds of meat.