There are many folk signs and beliefs that relate to certain features of the behavior of living beings. However, it is worth noting that there are various misconceptions on this score.
The ostrich loves to hide its head in the sand
Many children from an early age believe this statement is correct. However, in reality, it has nothing to do with the favorite pastimes of the ostrich. Why is it sometimes possible to observe it in a posture with the head down? First of all, when feeding - the animal treats food in this way. In addition, an ostrich can hide its head from the scorching sun or simply rest, thus relaxing the neck muscles.
The dog barks exclusively when it wants to attack
Many people believe that dogs bark just before an attack, but this is far from the case. It turns out that the opposite is true. The dog thus calls for your attention, warning that you have entered his territory. In this case, the dog's unwillingness to engage in a fight is manifested, barking means a request to leave the "territory" of the animal. Any predator attacks in silence. When you see a predator with flattened ears, an arched back, slowly and silently walking towards you, then expect an attack.
Monkeys look for fleas from each other
It would be nice to think that these animals are so caring that they are ready to find different parasites from each other. But this is just a delusion. In fact, monkeys are interested in salt crystals in the wool of their fellow tribesmen, which are deposited due to the work of the sweat glands. If we take into account that most of the species of these animals live at high air temperatures, then the need of the latter for mineral salts becomes clear. And it is in each other's wool that they can make up for their lack.
Water accumulates in the humps of camels
Many representatives of this species of animals died at the hands of a man thirsty in the desert. However, it has been scientifically proven that there is no water in the humps of camels. But it is in this part of the body that a large amount of fat accumulates, which is split into carbon dioxide and just into water. Therefore, a camel can easily adhere to an anhydrous diet for several weeks.
Swallows fly low before precipitation
Swallows and swifts can be seen flying low. However, this does not necessarily indicate that you need to go for an umbrella. In fact, these birds feed on insects, which can be closer to the ground in cloudy weather. It is for such food that the swallows descend. But this is not always the case. With a little rain, you can see swallows soaring high in the sky.
Touching a toad is the cause of the appearance of warts
From childhood, this can intimidate our children. But only in order not to grab onto anything without hitting it. Some types of toads can cause an allergic reaction, certain types are poisonous, but warts are grandmother's tales. In some countries, toads are generally eaten.
Bright red annoys bulls
Why do bullfighters have red canvases? According to research by scientists, bulls do not distinguish colors. They react to movement. Therefore, it does not matter at all what kind of canvas is in front of this strong creature. Hence, we conclude that the color of the wardrobe when meeting a bull may not be red, but still lead to undesirable consequences.
A dry dog's nose is a sign of illness
Modern animal specialists reassure owners who care about the health of their pets. There is no connection with the dryness of the animal's nose and the disease! This could be due to normal fatigue or hot dry weather.
If you put a frog in a jar of milk, the latter will not sour longer
This method was often used in the villages by our great-great-great-grandmothers. Although, in fact, milk turns sour from rapidly multiplying bacteria. But frogs are in no way guilty of consuming the latter. Therefore, it makes absolutely no sense to throw amphibians in liquid.
