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Senin, 15 Agustus 201110 Birds Having the Most unique defense In the world
Most birds can fly, and flying is already a very effective defense against predators. Butof the 10,000 bird species today, of course, there are several species that have a "uniqueness" tesrsendiri of their defense system. Here is a fraction of the birds with an unusual defense mechanism.
1. Hooded Pitohu
Hooded Pitohui found in New Guinea, their defense against predators that despite their simple but amazing thing is poisonous. Pitohui take some kind of beetle that contain a strong neurotoxin and contains an alkaloid known as batrachotoxin (toxins are also found on the skin of poison dart frogs of South America). By eating beetles, birds become toxic, toxin they are on their own fur and leather. They are really known by locals as "rubbish bird", because of their toxicity makes them unlikely to be eaten unless they removed the skin and fur. Hooded Pitohuis touching can cause numbness and tingling, skin burns and sneezing (as reported by the scientists who deal with the creature), whereas they might be consuming far more dangerous. To warn the nature of its toxicity, this bird has a bright orange color and black colors which allows candidates to recognize predators. And the Hooded Pitohuis believed that the toxin can rub the eggs and their children to protect them from predators.
2. African White Masked Owl
This small owl little known to the public after recently when a Japanese TV showfeaturing an extraordinary method of defense. If approached by an enemy of smallbirds may hiss to make himself look bigger and fiercer, this is a general defensivemethods between the owl and it seems to be enough to scare his enemies. However,when dealing with larger enemy's more powerful, the owl is not trying to intimidate herthat way, but flatten the hair and squinting so that his eyes almost invisible to predators.By moving the bird to do something to resemble tree stumps or tree branches, such asPotoo, escape the attention of larger predators.
3. Potoo
Often found in Mexico, Central and South America, this bird is a strange nocturnalpredator is also known as "Ghost Bird", because of their remarkable camouflage.Potoo eat insects, small flying animals such as bats and small birds. In the daytimepotoo perched in a tree and remain truly moving and imitating the dead tree stumps orlike a broken stump. Its fur resembles the bark and the eyelid has a slit that allowed her to see even when blindfolded. Potoo usually will keep moving even when approached by another animal (or human) and they only fly when they feel that they have beenknown to disguise. Camouflage is so good, however, they are almost never found andthey have almost no predators. It also makes it very difficult for us Potoo observe. At night Potoo can only be found because her eyes reflect light, shining like a cat and owl.
4. Hoatzin
Found in the rainforests of South America, hoatzin once believed to be "living fossils".This is reflected in many ways, for example, it feeds on leaves of trees, a very peculiar diet for a bird and fermentation using bacteria to digest food, like cows. Because of this, hoatzin has a very stinging smell like manure. But the terrible odor hoatzin is no reason why he was included in this list. Hoatzin usually build their nests in the branches of trees hanging over the water. When disturbed or threatened by a predator, then the child hoatzin jump into the water to escape. They are swimmers and divers are very good and when the danger has passed, they can climb trees and go back to the nest.To do this, hoatzin child has 2 claws on each wing, reminiscent of those of the feathered Archaeopteryx and the other, rather bird-like dinosaurs. Only hoatzin young have claws, they disappear and can escape predators by flying. Hoatzin has become the object of debate among scientists since its discovery in 1776.
5. Ferruginous Pygmy Owl
Although owls are usually known to prey on mice and other rodents, it turns out theyalso hunt each other owls and the smallest are usually afraid of owls, when they see an owl during the day (when the owls tend to be less willing to make a surprise attack),they scramble to bother to push it away. This behavior is known as "mobbing". This owlis a skilled bird hunters, taking prey up to twice the size of their own, and therefore they are feared by all other small birds in their territory. Of course this is very dangerous forsmaller species such as Ferruginous Pygmy Owl. To protect themselves frommobbing, this bird has 2 spots on the back of his head that resembles the eye. It'senough to deter most small birds, because they usually will not attack an owl who sawtheir direction. If faced a larger bird, surrender may be better.
6. Eurasian Cuckoo
The Eurasian Cuckoo commonly known as bird lays its eggs in the nests of other birds.When the child was born, he destroys the eggs of birds actually nest inhabitants, thuseliminating any competitors and growing faster than the child of his adoptive parents.To protect themselves from threats, female cuckoo has developed a performance veryreminiscent of a Sparrow Hawk, a raptor that eat small birds. And supported by thesimilarity of the two. Disguised as a Sparrow Hawk, Cuckoo can scare other birds tostay away from their nests. During the fake Sparrow Hawk was there, other birds willnot dare return to their nests, and cuckoo can lay eggs without a problem. There areseveral other species that mimics the way the cuckoo but not only imitate an eagle, likeHawk-Cuckoodi South Asia that mimics the kind of local sparrows, to the style of flying and even how to perch.
7. Burrowing Owl
Burrowing Owl is found in grasslands and deserts from Canada to Patagonia. They nest in burrows and often use the abandoned burrows of other animals, but if they can not find an empty hole, they can also dig your own hole. Burrowing Owl Children are often left alone in a rut and have to hunt alone. During this time, the child vulnerable to predators like foxes, coyotes, raccoons and house cats. In order to keep the enemy away, burying children Burrowing Owl has developed a process of mimicry. When they feel threatened (for example, if the animal began to dig at the entrance of the burrow), the child produces hiss like a snake call when warned of his enemy. Because of the highly venomous viper known to hide in burrows, most predators (including humans), preferring to run away as soon as they hear it. Their defense mechanism is one of the most efficient among birds, but has a weak point, there is no point in fighting an actual rattlesnake. Hi It certainly can not deceive them and the fact that rattlesnakes are deaf.
8. Killdeer
Killdeer is a rather noisy birds and are often found in Canada, the United States andMexico. They nest in the ground so that the eggs and anakannya very vulnerable topredators. To protect their nests, adult killdeer has developed a clever technique, when the land predators such as foxes, cats or dogs approached the nest, adult birds will move away from the nest, dragging one of its wings as if it was deer and pretended toseek help. Most predators will go after the adults who seem helpless, and then withoutrealizing the predator has been far from the nest. After the adults feel safe flying soon.As for the kids killdeer, they will run away when the predator distracted by the adult
9. Hoopoe
Found in Africa, Europe, Asia, and was recently elected as Israel's national bird.Hoopoes have special glands near the anus, which produce a foul-smelling substance.The bird is rubbing these substances on the feathers, which will cover the entire bodywith a smell similar to rotten meat. Not many predators attracted to eat birds thatstinks. This substance has two functions, it acts as a parasite repellent and as an antibacterial agent and protects birds from various diseases. Interestingly, theseliquids produces adult hoopoes only when incubating eggs, after his son left the nest,he stopped producing this substance. The hoopoe is small, they have their ownmethods of defense, when threatened, they spray feces right into the predator's face.And this is a very effective technique to ward off unwanted visitors
10. Fulmar
Fulmar is the sort of sea birds. Fulmar comes from the Norse word, meaning "foul gull".These birds are known for their foul odor, not just the stench of bodies, even their eggs are too smelly. Fulmar egg shells which is housed in one of the museum collections stillsmell after 100 years of storage. Unable to fly or flee from danger, fulmar chicksdevelop an amazing defense mechanism. When threatened, they sort of liquid spewingbright orange oil which not only smells bad, but also stick to fur of prey. This oil makespredatory bird feathers get entangled, so the loss of their insulating properties anddrown if submerged in water. This makes it dangerous for fulmar child predators. Thefulmar have fur that is "immune" to oil, this is very important because not only spit onfulmar child predators, but on approaching any animal, including holding their own, theyonly begin to recognize their mothers when they were about 3 weeks.
11 Beautiful Mosques in the World
Sabtu, 13 Agustus 2011
1. Sultan Mosque, Singapore
Sultan Mosque is located at Muscat Street and North Bridge Road, Kampong GlamRochor district, Singapore. Excerpted from the Most Interesting Facts, this mosque is known as one of the main worship place of Muslims in the Land of the Lion. Since its founding, there was little development in the Sultan Mosque in the main hall in 1960and built additional space in 1993. It feels really do not need too many changes at the mosque that became a national monument on March 14, 1975, because the building isalready strong, beautiful and quite magnificent.
2. Baiturrahman Mosque, Banda Aceh, Indonesia
The mosque community pride Indonesia, particularly Aceh is one of the buildings arestill standing strong after the tsunami last December 26, 2004. One of the most beautiful mosques in Indonesia and the world was originally built specifically for theSultanate of Aceh. The specialty of this mosque is located on the beautiful architecture,carvings attractive and a very wide page. Many people who've been, claim to feel the cool air while flying in this mosque.
3. Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, Brunei Darussalam
This mosque was built for the Sultanate of Brunei is located in Bandar Seri Begawan,the capital of Brunei. The mosque is one of the most spectacular in Asia Pacific, andbecame a major attraction for tourists. Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque is also consideredthe people of Brunei as a symbol of their country's greatness.
4. Zahir Mosque, Kedah, Malaysia
Zahir Mosque was built in 1912 by Tunku Mahmud, son of Sultan Tajuddin MukarramShah. The purpose of the mosque is intended as the graves of soldiers who died while defending Kedah Kedah from Siam seizure in 1821. The architecture is inspired from the Masjid mosque in the city Azizi Langkat, North Sumatra, Indonesia. Characteristic of this mosque is the presence of five domes symbolizing the five pillars of Islam.
5. Sultan Ahmet Mosque, Turkey
Places of worship which is also known as the Blue Mosque has six minarets. The complexity of the architecture the main attraction is the mosque located in Istanbul,Turkey this. Called the Blue Mosque, because in the late afternoon, the top of eachtower and domes became bluish. Not only that, the interior of the mosque was alsodecorated with blue tiles are very beautiful.
6. Badshahi Mosque, Delhi, India
In English, the Badshahi mosque belonged to the king's means. Latest Reported Top Ten, the exterior of the mosque which was built during the Mughal Empire was, made entirely of red sandstone; except three rounded domes, vaults and arches of theoctagonal tower - made of marble. The mosque is located in Delhi, has a page thatmentioned most widespread among the mosque ever built in the world. In a way, this mosque to witness the grandeur and glory of the Mughal Empire in the 17th century.
7. Faisal Mosque, Islamabad, Pakistan
Faisal Mosque is located next to the north of Islamabad, Pakistan's capital. Named after its founder, King Faisal Bin Abdul Aziz and designated as the National Mosque of Pakistan. Unlike mosques in Asia in general, Faisal Mosque did not have a dome anda statue. The form is unusual, inspired by the tent erected one of the Arab tribes,Bedouin. The main prayer room is shaped like a large triangle and the tower is madetapering upward. Slightly influenced by the style of Turkish buildings, including one of the Faisal Mosque mosque picture with contemporary architectural design
8. Istiqlal Mosque, Jakarta, Indonesia
In Arabic, the Istiqlal connotes independence, because it is built as well as celebrationsand commemorate Indonesia's independence from Dutch colonial empire. Places of worship are dominated beams arrangement inspired by the Soviet-style buildings. The main prayer room of a square with 12 huge pillars. This pillar as a buffer main domewith a diameter up to 45 meters. The form is very iconic, is a historical site that shouldbe maintained.
9. Al-Aqsa Mosque, Jerusalem, Israel / Palestine
Al-Aqsa Mosque is Islam's holy places in Jerusalem's Old City. The mosque isconsidered the third holiest place of Muslims. Muslims believe that ProphetMuhammad was appointed to the Sidratul Muntaha from this place after previouslytaken from Al-Haram Mosque in Mecca to the Al-Aqsa in the event of Isra 'Mi'raj. Onehallmark of Al-Aqsa Mosque is the gray dome that stands out.
10.Masjid Al Nabawi, Madinah, Saudi Arabia
This place is the third holiest place in Islam, and the second largest mosque after theMasjid al Haram in Mecca. One of the most important place in this mosque is TheGreen Dome or Green Dome (the center of the mosque), where the tomb of the Prophet Muhammad is located. Al Nabawi has 10 towers, each with a height reaching105 meters.
11. Masjid Al Haram, Mecca, Saudi Arabia
This is the largest and holiest mosques in the world; has 9 towers and has undergoneseveral renovations and building additions. Here lies the Kaaba, the holiest place for Muslims. Each year, more than a million pilgrims come here to perform the pilgrimage.Muslims believe the Kaaba is the first building erected in the earth by the ProphetAdam, Prophet Ibrahim and finally resumed, the Prophet Muhammad.
11 office work Can Cause Body Damage
1. Sitting all day
Sitting in a long time is not good for the body. Aches and pains are a result, even in some cases cause death. You also increase the risk of error muscles and bones, obesity, cancer, heart disease and so on.
2. Building a Bad Air
Some experts call it "Building Syndrome Disease". The air inside the building can be 100 times dirtier than the air outside. Pollution air conditioning unkempt containsdeadly bacteria.
3. Printer and Copy Machine
Filter copiers that are not replaced regularly are a source of ozone is deadly. The number of small causes pain in the chest and irritation. Laser printers also have particles that interfere with blood flow and respiratory distress.
4. Too often using a laptop
Laptops deliver higher levels of heat. Researchers at NYU found that men more often use a laptop, have more sperm hot temperatures and little, and for women, get moreskin problems.
5. Working 10 hours per day
Researchers in Europe found people who work 10 hours per day or more, 60% higher risk to cardiovascular problems, including heart attack and angina (wind sit-heart disease due to lack of oxygen forces).
6. Staring at Computer Screen Unending
Although it did not deliver the radiation, staring at a computer screen for long periodswill cause visual impairment. Some effect may be temporary, but the headaches andmigraines can be a routine matter.
7. Exposed to light rays Continuous
The office space must be illuminated by light from morning until late at night (ifovertime). The body has its own recess, he will assume a bright light as a sign to continue to move. As a result, the body remains alert and the risk of high blood pressure, fatigue, and mild skin cancer.
8. Tight deadlines
Lack of management time to bring someone always deadline. This stress will affectmemory and learning power of your brain, as quoted by the ScienceDaily. Short-term stress is as bad as the long-term stress.
9. bored Prolonged
According to researchers from University College London, boredom can shorten yourlife. They often complain of boredom more at risk to die young, heart disorder, stroke,and minor accidents in the workplace.
10. Dirty keyboard
Computer keyboard would be a source of breed bacteria if not cleaned regularly.Studies show the keyboard 5 times dirtier than a toilet seat. Harmful bacteria such asE.coli and coliforms are often associated with food poisoning and intestinal infectionscaused by staphylococcus.
11. Germs General Area
Building doorknobs, elevator buttons, the printer button and all objects that touched a million people in the building could be a source of exchange of bacteria. Indeed trivial, but some microbes can kill you.
10 Work Dangerous to Your Lungs
1. Construction
Workers who inhale dust in the demolition or renovation of a high risk of lung cancer,mesothelioma, and asbestosis; disease that causes scarring and stiffness of the lungs."We're concerned about workers who already work from 20 to 30 years ago," said Dr.Harber. That time is when many products containing asbestos is not banned. Wearingprotective clothing, including respirators, when working around old buildings andavoiding smoking can help prevent serious diseases.
2. Food factory
Food factory workers can be exposed to dust, chemicals, gases, and draws them onrisks CPOD disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) or prolonged shortness of breath. In food crops, substance diacetyl, a flavoring ingredient that is used inpopcorn, some wine, and prepared foods, can cause devastating disease and is sometimes called bronchiolitis obliterans lethal, close relatives of COPD.
3. Health
An estimated 8% to 12 health workers sensitive to the gunpowder residue found inlatex gloves, which can cause severe asthmatic reactions. "Even when used in the same room, a bit of latex exposure in the air and people become allergic to it," said Dr.Harber. But for the doctors and nurses, do not use protective gloves is not an option.Some private hospitals have switched to synthetic-free latex gloves.
4. Textiles
Byssinosis, also called brown lung disease, commonly found among the textile workerswho make seats, towels, socks, bed linens, and clothing. Workers can inhale the particles released from cotton or other materials. "When the cotton broke out, hespread a large amount of dust and air can cause significant disruption," said Dr.Harber. Smoking increases the risk of the disease, so reducing smoking, wear masksand increase ventilation in the work environment.
5. Bartender
Creating a drink in a smoky room, making a bartender at high risk for lung disease,particularly if they are regularly to secondhand smoke for years. Currently, many states prohibit smoking in restaurants and bars. According to Dr. Harber, studies show thatrespiratory health among bartenders in cities with smoking bans have dramaticallyincreased. If you work in a city that still allows smoking in bars, a good ventilationsystem may be helpful.
6. Bread & Cake Factory
Baking of bread or cake accelerate the risk of asthma, an estimated 15% of cases of asthma in adults obtained from this work. "Workers exposed to flour dust at high risk ofsensitive and allergic," Dr. Harber said. An asthmatic reaction of the enzyme that is used to transform the dough, as well as allergies warehouse full of small insects such as beetles and moths are the trigger. Good ventilation and use of protective masks canhelp prevent disease in a bakery or pastry.
7. Automotive Industry
Asthma is a risk for those who do the painting cars. Isocyanate and polyurethaneproducts, can irritate the skin, making allergies, and cause tightness in the chest andsevere difficulty breathing. "The small amount of isocyanate can trigger an asthma attack once you get used to breathe it," said Dr. Harber. How to prevent it? Respirator,gloves, goggles, and good ventilation can help.
8. Transportation
Lorry drivers, or those who dismantle and unloading merchandise at the dock, until thetrain drivers CPOD fire risk. Diesel exhaust is the biggest factor. A study in 2004 found an association between high rates of death from lung cancer among railroad workersin the United States after the industry switched from using coal to diesel engines in the 1950s. Avoid direct exposure to the air are exposed to diesel engine exhaust andwear protective masks to help reduce the risk of lung disease.
9. Mining
Miners are at high risk for a number of lung diseases, including CPOD, due to exposure to dust, said Dr. Harber said. Air Silica, also known as quartz, can causesilicosis, a disease that scars the lungs. Coal miners are also at risk of developingother types of disease of lung scarring called pneumoconiosis (black lung). Exposure to coal dust for years was the source. Do not smoke and use a dust mask may help.
10. Fire Brigade
The firemen used to inhale smoke and various chemicals that may exist in a burning building. Although respiratory equipment is better able to protect. They do not alwayswear it while on duty in an emergency, especially when the officer through the debris toensure that the fire does not turn back. Exposure to toxic materials and asbestos is thebiggest risk. The solution, the International Association of Firefighters recommendwearing respiratory protective equipment at all stages of fire suppression.
6 Attitudes to Avoid in Dating Early
1. Too often Discusses Marriage Problems and Future
Not that men do not want to get married and have families. But in general, men see marriage as something large and long-term plans. They prefer to talk about things in the present, rather than an uncertain future. If the courtship you are only a few months, let alone still dalah period approaches, you should avoid the subject of marriage if you do not want him to 'run' away.
2. The phrase "We need to talk"
In the minds of men, those three words are very scary. When I heard this phrase thrown his girlfriend, they tend to immediately imagine a serious conversation and wondered, 'Is there something I did wrong?'. Instead of making wonder and anxiety, even better, add an explanation behind those three words, for example: 'We must talk about the events of last Saturday' or 'When you have time to discuss why yesterday did not come? ". That way, his mind was racing and discussions will not be able to run smoothly without any miscommunication.
3. Say "I Love You" Too Early and Repetitive
You have just a few hours so the lovers, but it was utter magic words, "I love you"?Yes, maybe you do love her very much. But it threw those words at the beginning of the relationship is not a good idea. For the men, a deep feeling which has existed in the early days of courtship is a sign that women who dipacarinya it is the type of aggressive or too eager. Someone who will probably curb and being possessive. It's okay to express love, but wait for the right moment. For example, after two-three months, or any memorable event that makes you feel more bonded.
4. Call or Send Text Messages many times in a day
Show an interest by asking: 'You're no where?', 'What are you doing? " or 'How are you today? " it can please the couple. But if every day, morning-afternoon-evening incoming calls to your cell phone full of numbers, after a long time he feels always watched, and assume you are too obsessive.
If he did not immediately pick up the call, do not call repeatedly or bombarded with text messages dozens of times until he responded. Do not let her pick up the phone just because the noise distracted from her cell phone. Be patient, maybe he was busy and when there is a chance, it must be your lover back call.
5. Emotions Quickly Changed Since Something Unclear
You're dating him and look happy. But because he is the wrong action a bit, you turn upset and quiet all day without telling why. Attitude is what can make him stress. Mood change often will make him confused what to do.
He will be better able to handle a woman who vent his frustration verbally and clearly, than behave like an iceberg. When there is something uncomfortable, talk, do not tell him to play 'guess-guess the mangosteen fruit'. If this habit continues, the lover could not bear and finally away.
6. He was the only person close to you
Wherever he goes, you should always go with him. He also never saw you socialize with coworkers or others. For you, only the lover is in life and make you reluctant in touch with friends.
Men will indeed be flattered if he became the most important for women. But when he sees you have no life other than her, lovers can consider you an anti-social and reclusive. He would be afraid of the gathering with his friends will be reduced because it must always accompany you. Remember, the world is not just about you and your lover, but also families and the environment. Try to give a little space for you and she enjoys each other's lives. Love relationship will be more colorful and dynamic.
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