Tiny beauties of the depths
Article Abstract:
Foraminifera are tiny one-celled animals with calcareous shells that range in size from one tenth of a millimetre to one millimetre long. Their name means hole bearers because of the numerous breathing holes in their shells. These creatures have survived for millions of years and they are being studied by scientists for information on earth's climatic changes.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1993
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So tiny, so sweeet... so mean
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Issues concerning the contrast between the delicate appearance and the feisty nature of hummingbirds are discussed. Particular attention is given to the hummingbirds behavior and habits, to their beauty and intelligence, as well as to their territorial nature.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 2001
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The lords of time
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Dragonflies are one of the fastest insects with wings. One-third to one-half of their body mass are devoted specifically to flight muscles. They can outmaneuver almost anything and can lift more than double their own weight.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0375
Year: 1999
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