Sunday, 12 May 2024

What's In a Critter's Name? 63. Bactrian camel

The Bactrian camel got its name from Bactria, an ancient historical region of the Persian Empire. It was the main transport animal on the Silk Road.

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Flowers of Oahu 64. Wikstoemia uva-ursi or Akia

The bark, roots and leaves of this plant release a narcotic that was used to stun fish.