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The Kakapo, also known as Strigops habroptilus, is a unique and fascinating species of parrot that is native to New Zealand. With its distinctive appearance, friendly demeanor, and flightless nature, the Kakapo has become a beloved symbol of conservation efforts in the region. One of the most remarkable things about the Kakapo is that it is the world’s only flightless parrot. This is due to the bird’s heavy body, small wings, and weak flight muscles. However, the Kakapo has adapted to this limitation by becoming an excellent climber and walker. Another notable feature of the Kakapo is its distinctive appearance.…
The Ribbon-Tailed Astrapia, also known as Astrapia mayeri, is a stunning bird of paradise species that is native to Papua New Guinea. With its striking appearance and unique courtship displays, this bird has captivated the attention of bird enthusiasts around the world. The most distinctive feature of the Ribbon-Tailed Astrapia is, as its name suggests, its long and elaborate ribbon-like tail feathers. The males of the species have two elongated white tail feathers that can reach up to three feet in length. During courtship displays, the male will spread his tail feathers to impress potential mates. In addition to their…
The Silver Diamond Firetail Finch is a small, colorful bird native to Australia. With its striking appearance and melodic song, it’s no wonder that these birds have become a popular choice among bird enthusiasts. The Silver Diamond Firetail is named for its distinctive silver and black plumage, which features a silver body and a black face and tail. This striking appearance makes it easy to spot these birds in the wild or in an aviary. These birds are also known for their cheerful, melodic song, which can be heard throughout the day. They are social birds that thrive in pairs…
Black Chicken, also known as Ayam Cemani, is a rare and unique breed of chicken that is 100% black both inside and out. This exotic bird originates from Indonesia and has captured the attention of chicken enthusiasts around the world for its striking appearance and cultural significance. The feathers, skin, eyes, meat, and even internal organs of the Black Chicken are completely black due to a genetic condition called fibromelanosis. This causes an excess of melanin, the pigment that gives color to our skin and hair, in the bird’s tissues. In Indonesian culture, the Black Chicken is considered a sacred…
One Piece’s tournament in Dressrosa’s Corrida Colosseum added memorable cast members, highlighted Sabo and made waves that will impact future arcs. Many post-timeskip arcs in One Piece suffer from total lengths that detract from the overall experience for weekly readers and viewers. For example, the “Dressrosa” arc is an infamously long day in the One Piece story whose charm got diluted by perceived story bloating. However, the story beats shine brighter now that the arc has concluded. Dressrosa’s grand tournament for Ace’s fruit suffered greatly from the week-to-week approach as it introduced dozens of characters, contained lots of goofy battles and seemed too separated…
Ships are an integral part of adventures in One Piece, and the Going Merry’s feats prove that it’s more than just a sea vessel. One Piece is a series that never fails to surprise its fans with unexpected twists and turns. Among the many mysteries that the series presents, one that has been hotly debated among fans is the sentience of the Going Merry, the Straw Hat Pirates’ first ship. While it may seem like just a regular ship, several instances in the series suggest that the Going Merry may be more than a mere vessel. The idea of a sentient ship…
Ready to finally get into One Piece? Here’s everything to know before watching the long running anime/manga. One would be hard-pressed to find someone who hasn’t, at least once, tried to get into One Piece. Airing for nearly 25 years, the King of Shonen has more than 1,050 episodes and counting — a daunting task for even the most committed binge-watcher. Unfortunately, many would-be One Piece fans are lost due to the immensity of the series, missing out on one of the most popular and enduring anime of all time. With One Piece currently in one of its best arcs to date, there’s never been a better…
Bink’s Sake isn’t just a joyfully performed shanty. It foreshadows the beginning, middle and end of the entire One Piece story. The truth of Raftel and the titular One Piece treasure is the biggest mystery that fans of Eiichiro Oda’s One Piece are desperate to unveil. Clues about the adventure’s final prize may have been consistently foreshadowed, but the truth will remain hidden until the Straw Hat Crew reaches the last island. When considering the possible clues that may have some sort of connection to the One Piece, the famous pirate song sung by both the Roger Pirates and the Straw Hat…
Kendall Jenner was featured in a trio of promotional photos for FWRD that were shared on the retailer’s Instagram account on Thursday and Friday. The 27-year-old model showed off her toned form while wearing a pair of revealing outfits in the sizzling photos. The fashion industry personality – who recently showed off her physique during a spa visit – previously became the subject of attention for posing in a barely-there outfit in a set of shots that were also meant to promote the clothing retailer. Jenner donned a sports coat that covered up her upper body in the set of photos that were…
She was famously mocked after she struggled to cut up a cucumber on The Kardashians last year. Yet Kendall Jenner had clearly been brushing up on her knife skills as she expertly sliced a lime in half while appearing on pal Hailey Bieber’s cooking show. The 27-year-old reality star featured as a guest on the latest episode of YouTube series, what’s in my kitchen?, teaching Hailey, 26, how to make a layered dip. While the ‘cooking’ element was sparse in the dish – which consisted of making guacamole before layering it up with ready made toppings – Kendall was clearly feeling rather proud of her efforts. As she…
Chris Hemsworth’s trusted personal chef has revealed what the superstar really eats when he’s bulking up for the big screen. The Thor actor consumes about 4500 calories per day when he’s getting ready for his action-packed roles – usually consisting of ten 450-calorie meals. And according to Dan Churchill, the chef behind Chris Hemsworth’s successful fitness app Centr, he’s not afraid to sacrifice flavour to ‘get the job done’. The Australian chef has worked with the Marvel star for three years, and has also cooked alongside several other mega stars like Blake Lively and Drew Barrymore. Named one of Forbes’ 30 under 30 in 2019,…
Chris Hemsworth looked every inch the action hero as he took his kids mountain bike riding in Tasmania. The Thor star, 39, shared a number of photos to Instagram showing himself with his twin boys, Tristan and Sasha. The muddied trio enjoyed an action-packed adventure on the island with them doing jumps at Maydena Bike Park, outside of Hobart. ‘Little biking strike mission down to Tasmania with my boys,’ Chris wrote. ‘Proud dad moment watching them launch themselves down the mountain with far more control and way less fear than me!’ Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth, 39, was every inch the action dad as he…
Chris Hemsworth has long been a keen surfer, but this week he hit the water with surf legend and close friend Kelly Slater. The Thor star, 39, shared a series of pictures on Friday from his ‘epic’ day out with Slater, 51, his wife Elsa Pataky, 46, and some friends. The Byron Bay-based hunk showed off his buff physique in the shots, and in one image posed up for a sweet selfie with his actress wife. The group went surfing and even used surf boards instead of water skis while being pulled from the back of a boat. ‘Epic day of surf…
Kylie Jenner looked stunning in new snaps shared to Instagram on Friday afternoon. The Kardashians reality star, 25, put on a sultry display in a bright red wig with eyebrow-grazing, blunt bangs and a peach-colored crop top with pink, sheer pants as she posed for the sexy photos. The makeup mogul — who is rumored to have been dating Timothee Chalamet for months — sported a pair of black, retro-looking sunglasses as she pouted for the camera. The social media personality also showed off her hourglass figure in snaps with a spotlight highlighting her silhouette. The Kylie Cosmetics founder also squatted down in an…
Kylie Jenner showed off a her seemingly new plump pout in her latest social media updates this week. The entrepreneur, 25, appeared to be sporting more volume as she applied lip liner and gloss in a now-deleted TikTok video and, later, in an Instagram post of herself rocking bold, red makeup. Previously, the reality TV star sparked fan speculation that she had dissolved her filler after being spotted at the Coachella Music Festival over the weekend. She had also recently spoken to HommeGirls about how motherhood helped mer embrace her natural beauty even more after seeing her son and daughter with her same features. In the interview,…
Kylie Jenner sweetly kissed her five-year-old daughter Stormi in a cute TikTok post on Wednesday – amid rumours she is dating Oscar-nominee Timothée Chalamet. The Kardashian sister, 25, who is the daughter of Kris and Caitlyn Jenner, was enjoying a relaxing morning at home after a busy week attending the Coachella festival. Kylie has two children – daughter Stormi and son Aire, 14 months – from her on/off five-year relationship with disgraced Astroworld founder Travis Scott, which ended in December. The sweet clip, which has already amassed 6.6 million views, began with Kylie and her daughter gazing lovingly at each other before they giggled and…
Now that Big Mom’s in-story power for changing her size has been added to the anime, her prior size changes in the show make no logical sense. The only thing that’s consistent about Big Mom’s height in the One Piece anime is how inconsistent it is. For instance, in some shots, she looks almost twice as tall as Jimbei, but other shots have him barely come up to her kneecaps. There’s a purpose behind this, but it’s still confusing. There are now two official reasons for Big Mom’s size changes. One is the artistic reason used by Toei Animation. The other is the in-story power…
One Piece fans have been wondering for a long time how Nami can beat up Luffy even though his body is made of rubber. Here are some possible answers. An age-old question among the One Piece fandom is how Nami can hurt Luffy. Besides what should be a massive power difference, the Straw Hat captain’s body is made of rubber, so blunt force shouldn’t work on him. Despite this latter fact, Nami has consistently beaten Luffy to a bloody pulp whenever he annoyed her. Similar questions have been asked when Luffy’s other crewmates have similarly beat him up. As far as anyone…
It’s harder than people realize for Luffy to attack and land a clean hit on a woman. Here’s when it last happened and why it won’t happen anymore. Now that One Piece Chapter 1078, “Escape Limit,” has revealed that York the Greedy is the traitor among the Vegapunks, fans are wondering how she’ll be dealt with. Some are suggesting that Luffy should punch her out as he would any other enemy; however, given that she’s a cute girl, that might be a bigger ask than people realize. It’s been a long time since Luffy landed a dolid punch on a woman. This…
Elizabeth Olsen has shared a new update on her Scarlet Witch future in the MCU, this time providing a straightforward answer to her status. Elizabeth Olsen has shared a new update that makes her Scarlet Witch future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe look grim for the time being. Olsen joined the MCU as Wanda Maximoff in a post-credits scene of 2014’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier before making her proper debut in 2015’s Avengers: Age of Ultron. Over the years, Wanda has become a major player in the MCU, with her leading role in Marvel’s first Disney+ series, WandaVision, launching the character’s popularity to the MCU’s…
Director Dexter Fletcher breaks down the multiple cameos from major Marvel stars in the new Chris Evans and Ana de Armas film, Ghosted. Warning: This post contains spoilers for the new movie Ghosted!Ghosted’s multiple Marvel cameos have been explained by the director. The film, which premiered on Apple TV+ on April 21, reunites stars Ana de Armas and Chris Evans for the third time after Knives Out and The Grey Man. Evans plays a hopeless romantic named Cole who is ghosted by de Armas’ Sadie and follows her to London, only to discover that she is a spy, and he is now embroiled…
Hollywood megastar Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has utilized both his intense physicality and charming kindness to create some excellent films. Sony Pictures Releasing Hollywood megastar Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is truly a jack-of-all-trades; he’s an admired actor, businessman, wrestler, and all-around great human being. The successful star got his start in the ring, adopting the iconic name “The Rock” and wrestling for the WWE for eight years. Johnson’s persona as the charismatic and trash-talking wrestler helped propel his career and ultimately led him to pursue an acting career. The actor’s first major leading role was as the titular character in 2002’s The Scorpion King, and ever…
A new film tradition and one of the best modern-day friendships on-screen is Kevin Hart and The Rock, as they stop at nothing to joke about the other. Warner Bros. What’s better than a connection on-screen where the chemistry builds and builds throughout the movie? Perhaps the bond that two co-stars have prior to making a film together, which might be even better than a newly made one. We’ve come across many friendships off-screen that merge on-screen; think Ben Affleck and Matt Damon in their many movies together like Good Will Hunting, Dogma, Air, and quite a few more, or Cameron Diaz…