Life advice 2024, September

Kiwi fruits, which have recently ceased to be exotic for Russians, grow on the branches of a tree-like vine. The plant belongs to the actinidia family and is called Chinese actinidia. Despite the fact that it is of Chinese origin, New Zealand can rightfully be called the birthplace of cultivars, where the modern name - kiwi - was fixed for the fruit, and later for the vine itself

There are even two trees with such an unusual name in the world. The most famous is the edible parmentiera (Parmentiera cereifera) from South and Central America, but there are also Aleurites moluccana from the tropics of the New World. Candle tree Aleurites moluccana This tree got its unusual name because the oil content in its seeds is very high, and therefore it is used as candles in its homeland

In the mountains of the Indian state of Assam, there is a mysterious place where unexplained events take place every August. At night, birds begin to fall from the sky for no apparent reason. This area is called Jatinga or the valley of falling birds

Sharks have long had a bad reputation, but this is not a monster, but an ordinary living creature, the behavior of which can be calculated and thereby save your life. The most important rule is not to panic when meeting a shark. Precautionary measures Modern cinema has long endowed sharks with the features of insidious monsters, but in reality sharks are not calculating killers, but ordinary living creatures that follow instincts

Cockatoos are distinguished by their mobility, intelligence and goodwill. Curious white-winged parrots lend themselves well to training. Affectionate treatment of the owners can make them peaceful pets. Angry cockatoos are only with improper care and rough handling

The cockatoo apistogram was discovered in the Amazon basin back in 1951. It is a beautiful fish with lush orange-red fins and a tail. She still has not received the well-deserved popularity among aquarists, since her fry and females look gray and simple

Cockatoo is one of the species of parrots found in Australia, New Guinea, Indonesia and the Philippine Islands. This is one of the most popular birds, often kept in captivity by hobbyists. What is so interesting about cockatoos? What does a cockatoo look like Cockatoo is just as popular with birdwatchers as the other species in the family, budgerigars

From time to time, dozens of whales are thrown onto the shores of the ocean. And despite the efforts of the rescuers, many of them die. The reasons for this behavior of animals can depend on many factors. The first reason can be called the changes taking place with the climate

Fans of outdoor activities are very often engaged in fishing. The abundance of rivers in Russia makes this type of recreation popular among the townspeople. But not all novice fishermen know what kind of fish is found in rivers, what conditions it prefers and what its habits are

It is not difficult to breed quail at home, the main thing is to provide them with living conditions (a sufficient amount of light, warmth, drink and food). One individual produces approximately 300 eggs per year. As a rule, birds are unpretentious

It is best to select fish for your aquarium that will be active, hardy, not demanding on the conditions of detention. Viviparous fish such as mollies, swordtails, guppies are the best choice for your home aquarium. Neons The haracin family can be attributed to unpretentious fish

The foliage turns yellow or red. The dandelion was yellow at first, then it turned white. In the garden or at the dacha, an incomprehensible flower bloomed bright yellow, and then for some reason turned orange. Why is this happening? Why change the color of a plant?

Eyes are a reflection of a person's soul, and their color is unique. It changes not only during life, but even during the day. The color of your eyes depends on the content of the coloring pigment in the body - melanin. Of course, this is rare, but some people even have different colors of eyes

There is perhaps no more effective thirst remedy than a glass of clean, cool water. This problem becomes especially urgent in summer, with the onset of a sweltering heat, when it is necessary to obtain a large amount of cool water in a fairly short time

Magnetic albums are a harmonious combination of modern technology and vintage design. When looking at such an album, one gets the impression that the photos are simply glued to the sheet, in fact, they are under the film. A magnetic photo album consists of sheets of cardboard or very thick paper, to which a transparent film that covers the photo is "

The large LED display comes in handy for soccer or basketball competitions held in the school gym. It can be made by the students themselves, and after that it will serve more than one generation of schoolchildren. Instructions Step 1 As a blank, use a sheet of hardboard one meter high and two meters wide

The octopus is an interesting inhabitant of the underwater world, which is known primarily for the presence of a large number of tentacles. According to experts in the field of the study of marine animals, this was the reason for its unusual name

There are many animals in the world that are not just poisonous, but deadly poisonous. Among them there are those, meeting with whom practically does not give a chance of survival. Of the poisonous, some representatives of the animal world can be especially noted, living in central Russia and in other countries of the world

The Red Book is an annotated list of rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi. Such books come in different levels - international, national and regional. The first edition of the Red Book of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) was published in 1963

Avid anglers cannot do without fishing even in the cold season. And all would be fine, but there is one problem - the bait. In the summer it can be obtained in the garden or in the forest, in the winter only in the store and at a high price

If you are attacked by rodents, in your home or garden, you can always find a way to get rid of them. A wide variety of baits for these pests can now be found on sale. Rats and mice wreak havoc on our homes and gardens. They not only destroy food, but also damage electrical wiring and buildings

Thanks to the well-known Russian proverb, it is known that a titmouse is better in the hands than a crane unattainable in the sky. But if you take a closer look at the meaning of this folk art, you can find an interesting meaning in it. A tit in the hands is a symbol of something stable, and most importantly, already existing

The ability to ride a horse well implies not only the skill of proper riding, but also the competent handling and care of the animal. But all these skills are acquired gradually, and first you need to know how to approach the animal correctly

In the animal kingdom, birds represent the most diverse and numerous group. According to rough estimates by ornithologists, there are about 25 birds per inhabitant of the Earth. And each bird has its own name given for some specific reason. Instructions Step 1 The naming of birds is conditionally divided by scientists depending on the type of their origin

The complete disappearance of cockroaches, which 10-15 years ago felt very at ease in many homes, makes many people worry. And the point here is not at all in love for the red-mustache, but in the reasons that influenced their departure. There are several main versions explaining the disappearance of cockroaches, which were even proposed to be included in the Red Book

Representatives of these insects have been living on earth for 300 million years, which is not surprising, because cockroaches are considered the most tenacious creatures on the planet. Today there are already more than three thousand types of them, each of which has its own individual characteristics

Summer came, and the little bloodsuckers went hunting again. Mosquitoes have been honing their hunting skills for 30 million years, using their physiological sensors to find prey. Few of the insects are as annoying to humans and animals as mosquitoes

Insect bites are painful enough, but they have a more unpleasant property. Many insects are carriers of dangerous diseases, some of which cause irreversible damage to the body. The tsetse fly is a carrier of sleeping sickness The tsetse fly is a real scourge of the African continent

As soon as the warm season comes, various insects appear on the street, including the ubiquitous buzzing flies. All spring and most of the summer, flies behave peacefully, but already in August, on the eve of autumn days, they begin to bite, and quite painfully

Cunning and independent animals, walking by themselves, indifferent to their owners and attached only to their own home, selfish, vindictive - all this is about cats. But what makes people give their hearts to these tailed bastards? Indeed, despite their complex nature, cats remain one of the most popular pets

Wild boar hunting is the lot of experienced hunters who know well the habits of this cautious, strong and rather dangerous animal. However, the vast majority of them prefer to track down, watch for and shoot the wild boar. But there are also daredevils who are ready to catch him alive

Life on Earth began billions of years ago. With each era, it became more perfect and developed. Some species of living organisms died out, but others always came to replace them. At the moment, the planet is home to a colossal number of subspecies and species of the most incredible and diverse animals

Polycarbonate (one of the types of plastic) is used in many areas of construction and the national economy. This material is an excellent solution for the manufacture of coatings for greenhouses, swimming pools, all kinds of sheds, summer gazebos and transparent roofs

It is almost impossible to prevent a cat from sharpening its claws. This process is inherent in her by nature. However, it is quite possible to protect your furniture and carpets from the attacks of a domestic predator. The scratching post will help you with this

Australian ecologists are sounding the alarm: according to them, koalas, charming harmless animals that are one of the symbols of Australia, may disappear in 30 years, having survived only in zoos. And man and his activity are to blame for this

Swallows are the people's "barometer": if they fly low, it will rain. The omen is 100% correct. The explanation of this fact is quite simple: swallows follow their food - small flying insects. In fact, swallows do not always fly low, but only before the rain, in cloudy weather

To create a pig farm, you need to build a room for it and buy pigs. With proper care, sows will produce piglets every year. After fattening, the young are sent to the meat processing plant. How to build a pig farm To organize a pig farm, you first need to build a building in which the pigs will be

A huge number of people die from the bite of poisonous snakes. Most often this happens when they try to kill this reptile. Therefore, having met a snake, there is no need to show aggression. In most cases, she will crawl away very soon. Necessary Clothes and footwear made of dense material

You can get rid of annoying insects without harming human health using homemade traps. Structurally simple, made from scrap materials, such devices will help eliminate insects no less effectively than industrial analogs of traps using ultrasound and pesticides

Fly tape can be made in several ways. These insect killing agents will be much cheaper than purchased ones, which is especially important for the villagers: here flies are often a real disaster. For the villagers, the issue of fighting flies is more relevant than for the townspeople