Oil seeps are prevalent in many bodies of water, and the Gulf of Mexico is no exception. Oil seeps are common both aboveground and underwater. A satellite survey published in January of 2000 counted at least 600 natural oil seeps within the Gulf. And they release a lot of oil.
I live with the smartest bird that I know. Her name is Stormie and she is an African Grey Parrot. I know she doesnâtât live out in the wold but she sings, dances and tells me to âwake upâ when I am not paying attention to her. The best thing she does is call me âmommyâ.
Which bird species is the most intelligent? Many researchers believe that the most intelligent birds are found in the Corvid family (ravens, crows, magpies and jays). These social birds show advanced problem-solving skills, both in the lab and in the wild. For instance, a raven was observed putting a cork in a tubâs drain, so that water pooled up for a bath.