From Mountains to Salamanders: Amazing Things You Didn't Know

Did You Know How a Stethoscope Works?
Doctors use stethoscopes every day to listen to our hearts and lungs. It has two soft tubes connected to metal discs. Inside the discs are small membranes that pick up body sounds and carry them straight to the doctor’s ears through the tubes.

Do You Know What the Longest Mountain Range in the World Is?
It’s the Andes Mountains! They stretch all the way from Argentina in the south to Colombia in the north about 5,000 miles long, along South America’s west coast. The name “Andes” comes from a word meaning “high peak” in the Quechua language. The range passes through seven countries!

Did You Know Which Animal Can Regrow Its Body Parts?
The axolotl, a type of salamander from Mexico, lives in lakes and eats worms, insects, and small fish. What makes it so special is that it can grow back its legs and even parts of its brain!

Did You Know Which Bird Dives to Catch Fish?
The cormorant is a water bird known for diving underwater to catch fish. It lives in many places like Africa, Europe, Iceland, and even in rivers and lakes. In some parts of Japan and China, fishermen have trained cormorants to help them catch fish!

Do You Know What the Most Winding Street in the World Is?
It’s Lombard Street in San Francisco. It has eight sharp turns in a short stretch and is famous for its twisty path. Built in 1850, it’s now a popular spot for visitors.

Did You Know Who the Swift Jumper of the African Savanna Is?
That would be the springbok! This antelope can leap as high as 11 feet and run up to 55 miles per hour. It’s one of the fastest animals, just after the cheetah.

Did You Know What a Saddle Is Used For?
A saddle is the seat placed on a horse or another animal that people ride. It helps the rider stay balanced and comfortable and it also makes the ride easier for the animal too.