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What Is Washington’s State Bird? How It Was Decided

In 1951, a vote by school children decided on the American Goldfinch as the state bird for Washington. With their vibrant yellow, black, and white plumage, they’re an eye-catching breed and a favorite for bird watchers all over the U.S.A. The American Goldfinch is so popular that they’re also the state bird for Iowa and […]

What Is California’s State Bird? How Was It Decided?

If you were to wager a guess which bird was chosen as the state bird of California, you would probably think the California Condor was the top bird. With its huge size, majestically swooping over magnificent valleys, the bird has become an icon of the state in recent decades and a symbol for conservation. Alas, […]

How Far Can the Hubble Telescope See?

The Hubble Space Telescope was designed to observe the universe with a degree of detail that scientists would not have been able to achieve using telescopes on Earth. The space telescope has been able to capture objects over 10 billion light-years in distance. In March 2016, NASA announced that the Hubble Space Telescope broke the […]

11 Interesting and Fun Junco Facts

male dark-eyed junco perched while snowing

The junco is a small bird that belongs to the new world Sparrow family. The specifics about juncos are a bit confusing. In fact, scientists have been confused about this species for decades and have conducted a lot of research as a result. Because of how unique these birds are, there are a lot of […]

10 Interesting and Fun European Starling Facts

If different birds intrigue you, you are in for a treat. In this article, we will look into some essential facts related to the European Starling. This black songbird is often perceived as fierce and aggressive. However, it also has a certain degree of wariness, making it hard for anyone to capture it. European Starlings […]

9 Species of Woodpeckers in Michigan (With Pictures)

Of the nearly 240 woodpecker species in the entire world, only 23 of those birds are native to the United States.1, 2 To narrow it down even further, only 9 woodpecker species can be found in Michigan.3 You’ll start to hear woodpeckers drumming on wood in the late winter or early spring in Michigan. This […]

Can I Look at a Lunar Eclipse? Is it Safe?

If you know anything about a solar eclipse, you know that you cannot look directly at the eclipse without proper eye protection. If you do, you could severely damage your vision and eyes. What about a lunar eclipse? Can I look at a lunar eclipse? Unlike a solar eclipse, it is completely safe to look […]

What is the State Bird of Missouri? How Was it Decided?

From the beautiful Flowering Dogwood to the strong and sturdy Missouri Mule, the Show-Me State has many symbols that represent its statehood. If you are wondering what the official state bird of Missouri is, that answer is the vibrant and lively Eastern Bluebird. So, what exactly makes this bird so special that it became a […]

What Is Texas’ State Bird? How Was It Decided?

Every state in the US has a legislature, and part of their responsibility is to decide which animal will act as the state symbol. In Texas, the Northern Mockingbird is the state symbol. Members of the 40th legislature sat down, had a discussion, and concluded that this bird exuded qualities that resonated best with Texans. […]

Is Mars Bigger Than the Earth? How Big is it?

Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and is characterized by its red, dusty, and terrestrial surface. With a radius of about 2,106 miles1, Mars is roughly half the size of Earth. While Mars is much smaller than Earth, it has a comparable amount of land mass. This is because Mars does not have […]