The animal is believed to represent not only a new species of rodent but also the first mammal family to be discovered in 30 years. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/05/0516_050516_new_rodent.html. Includes picture: http://www.ens-newswire.com/ens/may2005/2005-05-12-05.asp.
A nosebleed happens when one of the blood vessels in the lining of the nose bursts. Nosebleeds may be caused by infection, injury, allergic reaction, nose picking or an object being pushed into the nostril. Another name for nosebleed is epistaxis. Bleeding from the nose is common in children and is usually not serious. Seek medical attention if nosebleeds are severe, frequent or prolonged.
Report Abuse. When the septum become dry and crusty, it is prone to bleeding. This is the most common cause of nose bleeds in children, usually from nose picking. Anterior nosebleeds are common in dry climates or in winter, when nasal membranes crack and bleed as they become dried out.A nose bleed may be from local causes-nose picking, injury or a broken nose or nasal surgery.Pregnant women experience nose bleeds from changes to their body as it increases blood supply.eport Abuse. When the septum become dry and crusty, it is prone to bleeding. This is the most common cause of nose bleeds in children, usually from nose picking. Anterior nosebleeds are common in dry climates or in winter, when nasal membranes crack and bleed as they become dried out.