The tallest dinosaurs were the Brachiosaurids. They had such long necks that they could browse off the tallest trees and grab the best fruits. They were all shy and quite; the difference in height made it difficult for them to make friends with other species. So they quietly munched away, ignored by the rest. One […]
Everyone in the forest decided it was time for him to have one common forest leader. It was decided that a competition would be held and the winner would be declared leader. Scores of dinosaurs decided to participate; everyone wanted to be the leader but none knew what the competition would be like. On the
One of the most intelligent dinosaurs to have ever walked on the earth were Trodons. Their big brains made them the most sought after problem-solvers amongst all the dinosaurs. Trodons were consulted over everything, from nest and cave locations to medications and herbs. This made some of the other dinosaurs feel very jealous. So one
Common name : Pocket monkey, Little lion, Dwarf monkey Scientific name : Callithrix pygmaea Family : Callitrichidae Native to : South America Interesting fact : Has a diet of tree gum, and is the world’s smallest monkey. Conservation status : Least Concern Its fur colour is a mixture of brownish-gold, grey, and black on its
Love Spoons are a romantic pre-proposal custom in Wales. Do you know: If the lady rejects the proposal, she has to return the wooden spoon to the man. A wonderful and romantic custom of the Welsh, this tradition requires the man to propose his lady love by presenting her with a beautifully carved wooden spoon,
Common name : River hippo Scientific name : Choeropsis liberiensis Family : Hippopotamidae Native to : West Africa Interesting fact : Secretes a pink oily substance to moisturize its skin. Conservation status : Endangered This small hippopotamus is native to forests and swamps. Pygmy hippos share the same general form as a hippopotamus. Their diet
Once upon a time, on a tall tree lived a Pteranodon, Pete. One day, a Diplodocus was munching on the leaves of this tree when he accidentally disturbed Pete’s nest. Waking up, startled, Pete requested him to be careful. The Diplodocus laughed it off and continued eating and again nudged the nest; this time Pteranodon
Padlocks attached to a bridge have become a custom in Rome, Italy. Do you know: While this romantic gesture is quite popular among lovers, it has created a controversy and become an environmental hazard. Highly inspired by a book entitled, ‘I Want You, by Federico Moccia,’ people from far and near come to the Ponte
On a faraway beach, a Baryonyx family was hunting for fish. The youngest in the family was called Terrie. She was the kindest dinosaur ever; she’d help everyone with no selfish motive. But her family did not like it. One day, a group of T-Rex attacked the beach; all dinosaurs ran for their lives, petrified.
Graveside Wedding is a popular custom in Moscow, Russia. Do you know: While a Graveside Wedding is popular, it couldn’t be just any graveyard but one specific one. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers in Moscow is a popular place for weddings in Russia. The bride and the groom along with all their families and
Once, there was a giant Iguanodon, Iggy; she lived in a huge forest with many other dinosaurs. A herbivore, all she ate were plants, upsetting her friends, since she wouldn’t hunt with them. One day, they got angry and said, “We don’t want to be your friends any more.” This upset Iggy a lot; she
Once, there lived a little Lesothosaurus named Buggy. Buggy was really tiny, but was quick on his feet. Buggy could reach the finish line before others reached halfway! Though fast yet he was unhappy with his size. Buggy was playing one morning; he saw a hut on fire and many dinosaurs standing around it, unable
The Tree-Marrying Custom is found predominantly among the Hindu population, specifically in India. Do you know: This custom has found its way into the minds of the highly educated and rich too. According to the custom, if a girl is born ‘manglik’, meaning she was born when both Mars and Saturn were under the seventh
Once, a family of Brachiosaurus lived in a forest. Other dinosaurs were scared of these giants getting in their homes, so they set traps for them. While on a walk with her grandma, little Ellie came across a small pond. Excited, she wanted to jump right in, but grandma stopped her and warned, “It could
Celebrating Valentine’s Day throughout the year is a romantic custom in South Korea. Do you know: On the actual Valentine’s Day, it is the girls who give their to-be husbands gifts and chocolates. In South Korea, the 14th of every month of the year is celebrated in some form or the other. While 14th February