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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · 1d

Ever heard of putting a frog in your milk to keep it fresh?

Yep — that was a thing.

In rural Russia, people noticed milk stayed good longer when a frog was swimming in it. Fast-forward a century, and scientists finally figured out why: brown frogs secrete antimicrobial peptides that kill bacteria.

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · 29d

😱 Man saves dog from alligator! 🐊
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#wildlife #nature #alligator #dog #pets

🐊😱 Man saves dog from alligator! #wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Aug 18

🐆 Leopard Vs. Buck 🦌
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#wildlife #nature #leopard #buck

🐆 Leopard hunts Buck 🦌 #wildlife #wildanimals

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Aug 15

"By order of the Peaky Paws!" 🐾

Our four-legged mobsters are here to add some paw-sitive swagger to your walls!

Each Peaky Paws portrait is printed on premium metal with stunning detail – exclusively available on Displate.

👉 displate.com/artist/fauna...

#dogart #wallart #dogs #pets

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Aug 13

🦅 Eagle vs. Great Egret 🐦
www.youtube.com/shorts/ddvbb...
#wildlife #birds #nature

🦅Eagle vs. Great Egret🐦 #wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Aug 5

Bring the beauty of nature to your home with this stunning Black Bear canvas art, featuring an expressive palette of vibrant oranges, blues, and a swirl of colors that captures the spirit of the wild.
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#wildlife #art #canvasart

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Jul 9

California is building the world's largest wildlife crossing over the 101 Freeway to save mountain lions from extinction. 6,000 cubic yards of engineered soil + 5,000 native plants = a lifeline for fragmented habitats. Sometimes the best innovation is simply letting nature reconnect. #wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Jun 30

🇲🇽 BREAKING: Mexico just BANNED captive marine mammal entertainment nationwide! 350 dolphins in captivity will be relocated to sea pens as the country prohibits future capture and breeding for shows. A massive win showing how nations can prioritize animal welfare over profit.

Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · May 10

Did you know? 🐆✨ Leopards can ROAR but can't PURR!
Why? It's all in their vocal cords! Leopards, along with lions, tigers, and jaguars, have specialised larynx structures that produce deep, powerful roars used to establish dominance and mark territories. #wildlife #nature

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · May 7

👩 Mom vs. Racoon 🦝
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#wildlife #nature #racoon

👩 Mom vs. Racoon 🦝 #wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 28

🐿️ Squirrel gets Drunk 🍺
This little guy had one too many! A squirrel got tipsy after munching on fermented pears.
youtube.com/shorts/smK0-...

#squirrel #wildlife #nature #funnyvideos

🐿️ Squirrel gets Drunk 🍺🍸🍷#wildlife #funny

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 16

🐅 Siberian Tiger Shows up in Chinese Village 😲
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#siberiantigers #wildlife #nature #tigres

🐅 Siberian Tiger Shows up in Chinese Village 😲 #wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 15

Marabou Stork – The Undertaker Bird of Africa! 🦤☠️
www.youtube.com/shorts/dqpxM...

#wildlife #birds #nature #marabou

Marabou Stork – The Undertaker Bird of Africa! 🦤☠️ #Wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 14

Not that peculiar when I am the artist.

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 13

Roaring Lion Wall Art Printed on Canvas
🔥 Bring the power of the wild into your home with this bold, fiery acrylic painting of a roaring lion 🦁
faunathreadsshop.etsy.com/listing/1873...
#lion #art #painting #wildlife #canvasprints #WallArtForSale

Large lion canvas print displayed in a stylish bedroom with mustard yellow and teal decor. The bold, fiery tones of the painting create a dramatic focal point.

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 13

Hyenas Mess With the Wrong Lion 🦁
www.youtube.com/shorts/qLNHI...

#lion #hyenas #wildlife #nature #animals

Hyenas Mess With the Wrong Lion 🦁 #wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 10

🐈 Cat vs. owl 🦉
www.youtube.com/shorts/iuk_n...

#cats #owl #wildlife #nature

🐈 Cat vs. owl 🦉 #wildlife #Shorts

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 9

🐕‍🦺 Dog vs. Leopard 🐆
www.youtube.com/shorts/JmtPK...

#dog #leopard #wildlife #nature

🐕‍🦺 Dog vs. Leopard 🐆 #wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 8

The lion's steady gaze reminds you to approach challenges with calm determination rather than fear. This isn't just decoration - it's programming your mind for resilience through visual cues that activate your own inner courage.

Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 8

How lion art can transform your mindset 🏆

When you feel overwhelmed, lion imagery can shift your perspective. Place a lion painting in your workspace as a visual anchor for confidence. Studies show that surrounding yourself with symbolic art affects your subconscious.

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 8

These artistic traditions remind us that courage isn't just physical strength - it's about standing firm in adversity, protecting what matters & facing challenges with dignity.

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 8

The symbolism of lions in ancient art 🦁

The lion has stood as a symbol of courage since ancient times. Egyptian pharaohs adorned their thrones with lion imagery to project strength. Greek mythology featured the Nemean lion, whose defeat demonstrated Hercules' bravery.

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 4

🦡 Badger vs. Dog 🐕
A curious dog gets a little too close to a badger - and instantly regrets it!
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#badger #dog #wildlife #nature

🦡 Badger vs. Dog 🐕 #wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Mar 2

🦁Lions vs. Hyenas
youtube.com/shorts/gNznk...
#lions #hyenas #wildlife #nature

🦁Lions vs. hyenas🩹 #wildlife

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Fauna Threads @faunathreads.bsky.social · Feb 27

🐆 Jaguar vs. Crocodile 🐊
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#wildlife #animals #jaguar #crocodile

🐆 Jaguar vs. Crocodile 🐊 #wildlife #animals

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