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The internet is a wonderful place. Sure, it has a few rotten folks trying to spread their toxicity, but a big part of it is also made up of helpful and kind-hearted individuals who are more than willing to share their knowledge and expertise.

This is especially true in communities like 'What Is This?', where amateur and experienced sleuths come together to identify the things that people ask them to, no matter how small or big.

One of the most interesting aspects of this subreddit is the variety of mysteries that are posted. From bizarre objects found in the backyard to even stranger creatures spotted in the wild, it has a little bit of everything.

So continue scrolling to check out some of the most interesting cases that these folks have solved. I promise, you will definitely learn a thing or two.

#1

A Seagull Dropped This Beside Me After I Gave It Some Bread

A Seagull Dropped This Beside Me After I Gave It Some Bread

Answer: Some bird species (mostly crows) have been know to give gifts. You just got gifted an abalone shell from a seagull! How cool!

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Meghna Mohan
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a grateful being, we need to learn❤️

actaeon cross
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The last time I fed a seagull bread it went and pooped on my dad. Great times

Dr_Atlas
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Birds have learned to exchange goods and services with humans. It's my goal to establish bird friends in my community

madbakes
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mine too. My beagles are making it very difficult though.

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BasedWang12.7
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

crows have brought people money. I want to befriend one so bad and see what goodies it brings

Yvonne Dauwalder Balsiger
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For some reason, reading this made me happy 😍😍😍 Thanks! 🤗

Noyfb noyfb
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I believe this long narrow mollusk is called a razor shell. Lovely thought that the bird admired it and gave it as a gift.

Jennifer Norton
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is my dream! My middle daughter and I want to make friends with crows so they bring us trinkets.... for no other reason than we can! And we love animals!

Lyone Fein
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It might not be abalone, but it is definitely a piece of shell.

kath morgan
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Nice, I have never heard of a seagull doing this. They should make a pendant out of it.

D. Pitbull
Community Member
2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

YOUR seagulls give GIFTS? Our a***ole seagulls just steal our food... out of our hands!!!

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    #2

    Thrifted This T-Shirt And I Need Help Identifying What It Says Or Any Information About It

    Thrifted This T-Shirt And I Need Help Identifying What It Says Or Any Information About It

    Answer: This is my old band’s t-shirt. My sister just sent me this link. We only made maybe(?) 2 orange shirts. Curious what thrift shop you found this in. We were based in Philly. Band broke up in 2010. I can confirm that it says Pariah which was the name of our band.

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    Lee F.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is an amazing story tho

    BasedWang12.7
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    really. The fact that the picture found it's way to the creator is awesome

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    Meghna Mohan
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love the whole connection made

    Swiss Cheese
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is like those verification words lmaoooo

    witchling
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought it said earth at first.

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    #3

    My Girlfriend Took Her Dog For A Walk And Came Across This. What Is It? England, UK

    My Girlfriend Took Her Dog For A Walk And Came Across This. What Is It? England, UK

    Answer:  Dolphin spine

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    Hey! White Girl!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dog was waiting for permission to start chewing on it

    Charlie the Cat
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look at those eyes. Lovely doggy.

    Imperial Guard
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is SO cool. I love finding bones from ocean animals. Their skeletons are so unique and alien-like!

    tuzdayschild
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, thank God! I thought it was a praying mantis.

    Nitka Tsar
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You know…. Before I read what it was, I honestly did not want to know. This looks a bit „nope“

    fluffyacat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How did it get so far from the water?

    Dodo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The picture's on a beach, the tide will have washed it there

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    #4

    Why Is There A Fingerprint On This Penny? It’s Embedded In And Is Worn Down Noticeably In That Area

    Why Is There A Fingerprint On This Penny? It’s Embedded In And Is Worn Down Noticeably In That Area

    Answer:  Some people have particularly corrosive skin oils. I used to work in a machine shop, and we called those people, "rusters," and you never let them touch your tools. Rusters don't just rust steel, they also corrode brass, copper, bronze, aluminum, zink, etc. If a ruster used your parallels or square and you didn't clean and oil it right away, the rusted fingerprints etched into the steel would show up within a few hours. I'm guessing a ruster touched that penny at some point, after which is was left untouched for an extended period of time

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    Hawkmoon
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    - What's your superpower? - Damage things. - So, you're basically a cat?

    Dillon Brown
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also blur book ink and tarnish paper. I'm a ruster and used to be an avid reader. Destroyed a lot of books despite my best attempts 😭

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    James Wood
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This led me down an amazing rabbit hole in which I have now learned that hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating unrelated to body temp or exertion, which is a common factor in all 'rusters') is being treated successfully by using electrical impulses which stop the sweating for weeks (or supposedly even months?) at a time, with devices that can be used in-home and cost less than $1k. Wow!!

    Squishy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oooh fascinating, thanks for sharing!

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    Rumina Io
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had no idea this was a thing! Human variation is fascinating!

    Gardener of Weeden
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Husband stopped (broke) analog watches, and his skin actually ate through his wedding ring.

    Jing Yi Xu
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Rusters" sounds like a fantasy term for a super powered human...so cool it's a real life thing

    Justin Jones
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am a ruster (never realized there was a term for it). Couldn't wear those old style western shirts with the metal buttons as they would start to corrode (any garment with metal on it will start to corrode over time). Same thing for anything metal I work with (except stainless steel). That and I can focus and stop my hiccups. Those are my super powers. Thanks Universe.....

    Captain Kyra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In an Orson Scott Card book Lost and Found they would call it a micropower.

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    Imperial Guard
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never knew that! It reminds me of a curse in a fantasy game... the curse of rusting metal by touch.

    Nea
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! So interesting

    Twig the Cat
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe one of my friends has a flute that used to be owned by one of these people; there’s marks on the flute where your fingers that you don’t use on keys rest, and I think on the thumb key. She mentioned something about the old owner having something like this when I asked

    catslave6
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. I did not know this. Very interesting. I wonder what makes skin oils corrosive.

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    #5

    Please Identify This Bird My Parents Saw In Their Backyard

    Please Identify This Bird My Parents Saw In Their Backyard

    Answer:  Its a Golden Pheasant

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've only ever seen those at the zoo! Normally they have a long beautiful tail - maybe this one's a youngster?

    glowworm2
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Golden pheasants are incredibly beautiful.

    Seabeast
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Native to Asia. Probably somebody's escaped pet.

    Micah<3
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good chance, but there are feral populations in many different countries (including UK, USA and Australia)

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    g90814
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Must have escaped.. .and lost its tail feathers in the process. They are gold/black striped and at least as long as the body, if not more.

    Sandy Kavanaugh
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I imagine someone either pulled the feathers out to sell, or he dropped them when he was grabbed as a self defense mechanism.

    Marlene Ricker
    Community Member
    9 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! What a beauty! He's welcome in my yard any time!

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    But just because people can, doesn't mean they should simply flood the subreddit with all of the objects they can't identify.

    The community would like everyone to:

    • Post a clear, well-lit, in-focus, large-format image;
    • Photograph small items from up close;
    • Photograph large items from a proper distance enough to see them in full;
    • Since the manufacturer's markings help them immensely (even if they look like gibberish to you), remember that you can typically locate them on the bottom, base, or underside of an object;
    • Keep in mind that production tags, inserts, or attachments such as a labels or stamps also help them identify objects.
    #6

    Figurine Found Buried Under A Tree In Alberta

    Figurine Found Buried Under A Tree In Alberta

    Answer:  That definitely looks like indigenous First Nations art. I would take it to a local Historical Society or other agency to be looked at.

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    Kaia Martin
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't give it too anyone British 😅

    Olive
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Am I the only one who would put it back?

    Li’l E.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh yeah. If any single object could unleash an ancient American Indian curse, it would be that.

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    Kate Haslam
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Archaeology major: you've removed it from its context; go ahead and have it looked at, but don't expect it to be worth anything. You might tell them where you found it, though, so the site can be properly investigated.

    Elmaur
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it cannot leave the province nor be sold

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    crowspectre (he/they)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My brain went 'its a super cookie you should eat it' so I think that I need to be kept away from all art

    pink_panda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're the reason they put up weird signs like "do not eat the art."

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    Imperial Guard
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome find! I wonder what the history behind it is.

    glowworm2
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome. Also, it's very cute.

    pink_panda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would also take note of where exactly you found it.

    Wayne Reynolds
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a guardian watcher and was buried along with whatever else that it was supposed to protect. Keep digging around the area and you may find another relic if it hasn't deteriorated too much or completely.

    laura lee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So it's not protecting anymore, that makes me sad.

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    Melissa Morris
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or contact the local Indigenous group where you are

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    #7

    Found This Spicy Guy While Hiking In Nc, Any Idea What Type Of Lizard He Is?

    Found This Spicy Guy While Hiking In Nc, Any Idea What Type Of Lizard He Is?

    Answer:  Red eft

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    Yali-girl with weird name
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like a little fireball :3 Edit: mommy I’m famous

    Daffydillz~
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's Charmander IRL! How freaking awesome!

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    Patricia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my darling, I haven't seen one in so long! The red eft is an adolescent newt. Born in water, live on land for a while, return to live in water evermore, turning green in the process. Never touch an amphibian unless your hands are free of bug spray: they absorb it through their skins and it harms them.

    Amy Beckler
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you Patricia-like frogs? Permeable skin. I love such lovely little buggers.

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    Dr_Atlas
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks like a gummy candy

    Mr. Toast
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a rule I don't pick up insects especially bright coloured ones as that's nature saying danger. Next thing you are either tripping your face off or worse as you try to call for help you legs go then your face freezes...No one knows what you died of as your last words were "mmmmmmph"...

    IamMe
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, it's a cute little newt. These little guys are endangered, but fairly common where I live. They like cool, wet places, like under logs and piles of leaves. (They're not poisonous)

    Undercover
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love him and wanna be his friend forever! 😍♥️🥰

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    #8

    What Does This Mean ? I’m A So Confused English Is Not My First Language

    What Does This Mean ? I’m A So Confused English Is Not My First Language

    Answer: It's a reference to a movie called Monty Python and the Holy Grail

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    African or European? HA be yall to it!

    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "How do you know so much about swallows??" "Well, you have to know these things when you're a King, you know."

    Wietse Pot
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WHY...is there a question mark after 'speed'?

    JuJu
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your mother was a hamster

    anon panda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And your father smelt of elderberries

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    T5n
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her's the scene if anyone wants to watch it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0D7hFHfLEyk

    SarahBee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read somewhere that the enchanter was supposed to have a really long name. John Cleese couldn't remember it, so he just said "Tim."

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    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I snorted. I can see where this would be quite confusing to an ESL person who has not seen the Holy Grail movie.

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    "If you are looking for a certain item for sale visit r/helpmefind," the rules of 'What Is This?' suggest. "We only identify."

    "If there's a medical issue that concerns you to the point of posting about it online, you could try asking in r/AskDocs, r/Health, r/medical, or r/AskVet. But you should be seeking professional help, not amateur speculation."

    "Our intent is to identify objects & items, not conditions, diseases, infections, or the like," the moderators of the subreddit explained.

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    #9

    I Know What It Is Not... They Are Pointy A Ribbed And They Have A Key Chain Ring On One End, Any Ideas?

    I Know What It Is Not... They Are Pointy A Ribbed And They Have A Key Chain Ring On One End, Any Ideas?

    Answer:  It’s for self defense. Put it on your keychain

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also good for knocking out the car window if you need to get out of your car very fast. Like it's slowly sinking into the river you just drove into.

    Brent Hollett
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Came looking for this, which is the *actual* reason they exist. Self-defense became a secondary reason.

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    DE Ray
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Remember, nothing gets inserted if it doesn't have a flared base! (Also, pointy things lead to your emergency room doctor saying the words "perforated bowel", so maybe avoid them, too.)

    smugdruggler
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's called a kubotan, I think.

    Oki
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a power magnifier (rough translation). Hold it in your fist (hence the "ribs") to amplify the power of your punch. The pointy end needs no further explaining..

    RezFidel
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kubotan... very effective when used as hammerfist enhancement.

    Rose Sakkara Blacke
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    also for breaking windows to rescue trapped people, animals

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    Passerby
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bwahaha, that sign has to be put there.

    Dr_Atlas
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's both if your brave enough

    More!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can also use just your keys. Hold the key ring in your hand and put a key between your fingers, they’ll be pointing out when you make a fist. A friend told me this when I was a teenager. I never needed to use them, but having them there made me feel like I had special powers. Even though I did not..

    Becky Samuel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This may give you a feeling of safety, but it is not very useful in a real situation. You are more likely to must injure your hand from the keychain etc. digging into you than to do your attacker any real harm.

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    John L
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I prefer to use a tactical pen. Same purpose, but I can use it for something practical, while waiting for that 1 in 100,000 situation, to use it.

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    #10

    What Is This Flag? Red, White, Black Triangle Logo

    What Is This Flag? Red, White, Black Triangle Logo

    Answer: It's from Star Trek, it's the Klingon flag

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    Cyber Returns
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Throw a tennis ball on their roof. If it bounces back but hits nothing, then they have a cloaked Bird of Prey on the roof

    VeryDarkMatter
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my god.. I knew it right away.. whats wrong with me??? lol

    MaggieMay85
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Absolutely nothing. You are who you need to be.

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    Swiss Cheese
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Woah woah I didn’t scroll fully to the picture and saw something COMPLETELY different

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Knew I recognized it but could not place it until I read the answer.

    Phyllis Turbin
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Symbol of the Deathly Hallows. 🤣

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    #11

    Given By Neighbor Who Doesn’t Speak English And I Don’t Speak Chinese

    Given By Neighbor Who Doesn’t Speak English And I Don’t Speak Chinese

    Answer:  This is called Zizania Latifolia Aka Manchurian wild rice. You can cut it into slices and stir-fry for a minute or so, then cook it with some soy sauce until the flavor goes in a bit. It has a nice unique texture, firmer than zucchini.

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    James Wood
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    THAT IS SO COOL. Oh man, I wanna try this!

    Lakota Wolf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When cooked, the taste and texture is similar to a bamboo shoot. They're delicious!

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    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is 茭白 :) sort of a kind of mutated rice root and it’s super crunchy

    Pi Gato
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have this at my hometown in Vietnam. I often stir-fry them with eggs, so yum

    Boii
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    looks really weird, but in a tasty way

    SF Angel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful gesture and a beautiful gift

    Baali Venomax
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    reminds me a bit of the pak choi you can get in supermarkets

    elcee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i want to try too, I love new foods!!

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    #12

    Found By A Tree. Took Boy Home

    Found By A Tree. Took Boy Home

    Answer:  It's a southern flying squirrel. About 2 weeks old. His eyes are still developing so dont try to open them. If you try to rehabilitate him, he will become very attached to you and requires a lot of attention and is also nocturnal.

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    T5n
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want an update on this story. How is it doing now?

    Lakota Wolf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    According to OP on Reddit: "I took him in after he was alone overnight. He wouldn’t have made it much longer alone through the rain. Luckily, he’s now in the hands of a good friend and pod of rehabilitators, like you suggested!"

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    DE Ray
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Although flying squirrels (also known as sugar gliders) are not actually squirrels, they do make good pets in the same way squirrels are. (This is if you live in a place where it is legal - where I am keeping a "non-domesticated" animal as a pet is subject to a very heavy fine.)

    Becky Samuel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most squirrels aren't really good pets, they are super high energy and are very destructive. They also have some pretty specific needs that are difficult to fulfil. Sugar gliders, on the other hand, make great pets so long as you are able to give them a large enough enclosure and plenty of attention.

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    Tess
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had a Baby Sugar Glider for the better part of a few days at my old job. One of my employees had a tree come down on his parent's property while they were away. Unfortunately as it was a large property their dogs made it to the two adults before anyone else could. Luckily for a 17 year old kid, he was smart enough to check if there was a baby in the pouch. There was a strict feeding schedule in place, so we'd all be taking turns making sure that the little one was fed properly, and kept warm. Apparently the comfort of sleeping in my bra made me the chosen one for naps. It did get a little awkward if she decided that she was hungry mid conversation with a customer, and had to hand the her over for feeding. Especially considering it was a video game store. Definitely glad that we were able to get her through the shock, and those first few days, until a wildlife carer was able to pick her up. I still miss her a lot. Her name was Garry.

    AK to LV
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great story! Thanks for sharing. 😊 :)

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    C C
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i had one as a pet (bought from breeder), then many years later i got some when i was a rehabber.

    Tess
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How did you find their company? I'm not sure if I'm biased because of my own singular experience with temporary emergency care of a baby, but they truely are incredible animals.

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    Tabi Frost
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It eats fruit and bugs and needs a heat lamp and a pouch very dependent on u if u bond

    Gmaddles
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Precious little munchkin. Run his belly for me!

    Elsker
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You've got yourself a pocket squirrel!! <3

    Triv
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To everyone looking for an update: this post is at least a year old, so I contacted OP. She said, "Little fella made it! He was released by the rehab center and is living a full life in the wild."

    Dana Trahan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had one as a pet years ago. Oh I loved my little Mini. I was carry her around in my shirt pocket sometimes. I had make her a big cage with a tree in the center and had her a small nest made and I would put Spanish moss inside. They don’t have a very long life span but I had her for a few years. She was very young when I had gotten her.

    Rigor Moreno
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Better to send it the people who knows how to care for this creature...

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    For many, feeling unsure about the things right in front of them is at least a little bit frustrating. This feeling of uncertainty can lead to worry and distress because, more often than not, we humans tend to assume the worst. The not-knowing and living in anxious anticipation is simply hard for us, and we are almost programmed to hate it.

    Interestingly, one study has revealed that our stress levels max out when uncertainty is the highest. The volunteers in this experiment were asked to play a game where they had to overturn rocks. If a snake appeared under one of them, they would get a painful electric shock. The results revealed that people would rather definitely get an electric shock now than know there's a possibility to get shocked later. Or in other words, uncertainty is more stressful than predictable negative outcomes.

    #13

    Saw These On The River Banks Of Brahmaputra, India. The Way They All Move Together Is So Weird. Any Idea What Creature Is This ?

    Saw These On The River Banks Of Brahmaputra, India. The Way They All Move Together Is So Weird. Any Idea What Creature Is This ?

    Answer:  It's a group of millipedes walking together. The ones on the bottom are also walking. Those on top walk over them and once they get to the end, they go to the bottom and cycle through it. They do this to cover more distance quicker.

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    Robert Trebor
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like when you walk forward on a train you are going faster than the train.

    Nandros M
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You may walk as much as you like in the train. You will not arrive earlier at your destination.

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    Imperial Guard
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is terrifying to be honest, but interesting nonetheless

    BasedWang12.7
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well this is both cool and something I never needed to see

    Nandros M
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    (They do this to cover more distance quicker) This is wrong/does not make sense. They swarm together during mating season or to hunt for food, and some studies have theorized juveniles swarm together for protection from predators

    Squishy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why wouldn't it make sense though? Logically they would be moving faster. The question it raises for me is why are they trying to move faster anyway.

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    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now you know the secret of how they beat the other bugs to the Black Friday sale deals.

    Robert T
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So a millipede travellator then. They'll be building their own airports next!

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    #14

    Found This Lil F*cker In My Garden, He Doesn't Bite,he Even Lets Me Touch And Handle Him.what Could It Be?is It A Non Venomous Kind Of Snake Or Just A Legless Lizard?

    Found This Lil F*cker In My Garden, He Doesn't Bite,he Even Lets Me Touch And Handle Him.what Could It Be?is It A Non Venomous Kind Of Snake Or Just A Legless Lizard?

    Answer: it's a Slow-Worm. Legless lizard. it's a protected species.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you look really closely, sometimes you can find some tiny little vestigial legs!

    Ellisdogs
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do prefer the swedish name for them. Kopparödla (copper lizard). Slow worm just sounds mean.

    Romek Vili
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Estonia it is vaskuss. Copper worm.

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    Lord Mysticlaw
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait, a legless lizard is a real thing?

    Robert T
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, and I'm not counting ones that are drunk!

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    David
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry, could you tell me the part again where you said you touched and handled it to find out if it bites and is non-venomous?

    Rumina Io
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the UK they often live in the compost heap because it's warm. So be careful when turning your compost!

    Shark Lady
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My parents have one living in their garden, he's quite friendly and pips out to say hello whenever he hears my dad. Dad has managed to feed him small earthworms.

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    Nea
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What, its not a snake??

    Marcellus II
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, very lizardy when you look at them sideways. And their tail breaks off as a defence... Most in my neighbourhood are full of punctures & with regrown tails, because of many cats.

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    mcborge1
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Slow-worms are a benefit to your garden. :)

    crowspectre (he/they)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Snakes scare me tbh I really want to pet it but also I know I'd just run away

    LittleMissPanda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Essy to tell them apart from snakes. If you look long enough, they'll blink. Snakes cannot blink though

    Nitka Tsar
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah sure, if I found some unknown creature in my yard I would OBVIOUSLY try to pet it! Why not? My new name is Rubeus Hagrid!

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    #15

    Friend Found In Her Yard - Brisbane Australia

    Friend Found In Her Yard - Brisbane Australia

    Answer:  That look like a hand grenade. I would advise calling the authorities to make sure.

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    Angela B
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That appears to be a "Holy sh@##@@@#t" call the explosive experts nowwwwww"!

    KombatBunni
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yup back away and then run like the wind.,

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    Sawdust
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At the link, the OP confirms it was a grenade and the police came and took it away.

    CaptainDinosaur
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not just any grenade, I would venture that it's specifically a British Mills Bomb.

    Swiss Cheese
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why did I first think that was a turtle?

    charli
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    better call the bomb squad

    ADHD raptor
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i would have picked it up :') my dumbass collects things like that, if i ever dont make any comments or posts for more then a month yall know what happened✌

    Bad Mole
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    First thought was if it's in Australia it's probably lethal.

    Undercover
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I didn't see this answer coming! 👀😱😱😱

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    #16

    I Know It Is A Turkey But I Have Never Seen One This Color. Western Nc

    I Know It Is A Turkey But I Have Never Seen One This Color. Western Nc

    Answer: It's a genetic disorder .... Partial Albinoism

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    Zia Barrett
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks more like it is leucistic.

    BasedWang12.7
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AH HAH. That's the word I was looking for but only could think of Piebaldism

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    Leoninus Fate
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah lets go albinos! another one for the team!

    Casey B
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's one like this that roams around my house, except the dark markings are a little lighter. For months she was always alone but recently we've seen her with a small flock of 5 other wild turkeys.

    Valerie Lessard
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How do meat eaters eat these beautiful creatures

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    We are hardwired by evolution to focus on the unusual things in our surroundings and try to associate them with threats or safety. Something new in our environment may potentially be very good (something else to eat or an object that might prove useful to us in other ways) or very bad (a dangerous thing that we should avoid).

    In either case, people who paid attention to new things did a lot better over time than people who ignored them, and we are the descendants of the people who were curious. So when you think about it, you could say that 'What Is This?' helps us progress.

    #17

    Given To Us By Asian Neighbor Who Grows Them At Home

    Given To Us By Asian Neighbor Who Grows Them At Home

    Answer: It is a bottle gourd ... Trust me I am an Asian ... But I have never seen one that long

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    Passerby
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I misread that as a battle gourd. I was thinking that it was an apt name. It looks like you can kill someone with that.

    Sue Lynn Chan
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can. It's prefect as home security weapon.

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    Cactuar Jon
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    not for your butt, thats what it is.

    Meghna Mohan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes bottle gourd amazing vegetable, makes for tasty sweet dishes, savoury dishes and juices that are healthy as hell😊

    Steven LeMessurier
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Trust me I am an Asian ... But I have never seen one that long"...... .......... ...That's what she said.....

    N G
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    also called a Dudhi?

    Lakota Wolf
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dudhi is a cultivar/same species, yes! We call them "opo melons" around here.

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    Snorky The Pig
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I have never seen one that long" That's what she said.

    Lisa Hart
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How?! I mean what do you do to cook this? What does it taste like? (All u potty mouths up in here. Thought it could be a dating app. Sheezzz)

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    #18

    Someone Put This On My Door Handle. I Understand It Is A Rubber Duck But Why Did They Put It On My Door Handle? What Is The Meaning? Any Significance?

    Someone Put This On My Door Handle. I Understand It Is A Rubber Duck But Why Did They Put It On My Door Handle? What Is The Meaning? Any Significance?

    Answer:  It'ds called "duck duck jeep". Many times they'll have a tag on the duck saying so. I got my first one in a lowes parking lot a few weeks after my mother died and was in a major funk. Made me smile.
    8hundredpounds:
    Rubber ducks on jeeps is a thing among owners.

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    Jay Son
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone once left a dildo on my car's roof. Don't think I want to know what that meant 😂

    Madster
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My paranoid brain went to distraction. By a predator waiting to attack (or carjack) while it is being discovered and inspected .

    Gretchen Esquilin
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a Jeep & a girl left a turtle on mine (she was also a Jeep owner w/ a big floofy puppers). She said she likes turtles more than ducks, so she uses turtles. LOL

    Id row
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But that doesn't explain what it means or why people leave them.

    Whitefox
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's just a fun little game Jeep owners play where they leave a rubber duck on another persons jeep. It started in Ontario Canada.

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    glowworm2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's adorable. Sounds like fun.

    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Little bit about the background https://mechanicbase.com/cars/duck-duck-jeep/

    Jessamyn Zolczynski
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay but that doesn't answer the question really.

    Marcellus II
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's absolutely enough to quickly google the answer, while before it was harder --- the fact that it was a Jeep was essential but normally wouldn't have thought; so googling otherwise fruitless.

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    Dana J
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so cool! I just got a jeep! I have a duck i'll have o pass it on

    David H
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jeep has hidden rubber duck imprints on different parts of their vehicles on different models

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    #19

    What Are These Squiggly Brain-Like Shapes In The Water?

    What Are These Squiggly Brain-Like Shapes In The Water?

    Answer:  3D printed "reef tiles."

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    Lee F.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks I hate them

    Thomas Bentley
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They look weird, but the idea behind them is very reasonable. allow coral to grow, like an artificial reef, and meanwhile provides a small home for fishes and plants.

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    James Wood
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are great! They're being used to try and help repair the damage done by coral loss due to ocean acidification (another lovely effect of climate change).

    LK
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Brilliant idea. The reed tiles create a structure on which new coral reefs can grow.

    tHeBoRdEsTpAnDa
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OOH OHH OOH!!! Once in Germany my sister's friend (who is a diver) dove to the bottom of a lake the local kids swam in and there were loads of brain-shaped somethings. The kids said it was normal and some kind of... coral? IDK it was a while ago

    Karl Baxter
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like someone dumped their tripe collection in the river

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Soo.... we are saving the ocean by intentionally putting plastic in the ocean? Okay, just googled. Some are made of terracotta. They look more tan than these ones. But maybe not plastic.

    Lyrica Melody
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A lot of similar products are made with special types of concrete that have a similar chemical composition to natural limestone and coral skeletons. They are sometimes dyed to look more natural or to attract certain species (apparently some coral larva like to settle on darker surfaces), but most are left the original grey-white color until it gets covered by corraline algae and all kinds of sessile invertebrates.

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    #20

    Came Home To Find This Device Attached To My Front Door Covering The Key Lock. What Is It And What Should I Do? Is It Safe To Open? Who Would Have Installed It?

    Came Home To Find This Device Attached To My Front Door Covering The Key Lock. What Is It And What Should I Do? Is It Safe To Open? Who Would Have Installed It?

    Answer: We've removed the device. It's an anti lock device to pull out or detach locks so it was an attempted burglary. Thankfully they weren't able to enter. The police will attend in the morning

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    mYst17
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does this device work on all locks? What can one do to prevent it from detaching locks?

    Kat Min
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Install a second lock. Burglars can open any door but they won't try for longer than a couple of seconds. Slow them down and they'll probably give up to avoid being witnessed

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    Error 404 (He/They)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They failed to break in 😂😂 Don't break into people's home btw ! It's pathetic

    Monday
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless the house is on fire...that's a pretty good reason to break in.

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    Dash Junior
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. Scary. Thieves and burglars have many devices, and skills, to use to make their stealing easier. Awhile back somebody broke open the call box to the building I live in. He fiddled around with some wires, and he unlocked the front doors electronic lock. Where did people learn the skills?

    zena bena
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too bad they dont use thise skills for good instead of bad

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    Dana J
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate some people.... happy to hear you and your stuff is safe

    Lauren S
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Something as simple as installing longer screws in your strike plate can help secure your door, you can also do this with your door hinges. Deadbolts are also key. Then there are lots of devices, we use a security bar that goes under the door handle and braces off the floor, and good ones don’t slip on tile. BUT, this isn’t something to use on doors you constantly go in and out of. You can’t unlock the door from the outside with this (we only go in and out our garage so it works perfectly for us. My last recommendation is to check out the locks and stuff they have for travel, be it at a hotel or an air bnb, they make all kinds of options to secure your door.

    Hakuna Matata
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would call authorities before you do anything to clarify what it is

    Justin Thyme
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get a good deadbolt, and it wouldn't hurt to reinforce the striker plate either

    Justin Thyme
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    won't work on a deadbolt-- wouldn't hurt to reinforce the striker plate either

    Felicity Goddard
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd go security mad on my home if I found something like that. Why can't these a-holes get a proper job instead of robbing people? Jerks.

    Lazy PANda (she/they)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well to get a job you need to go to school and to go to school you have to get a job. They can’t get any money. most people won’t rob unless they’re desperate

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    Linda Riebel
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, at least the burglars lost their tool.

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    #21

    Saw This On A Tree While Hiking Today. Not On Any Other Trees In The Area. What Is This?

    Saw This On A Tree While Hiking Today. Not On Any Other Trees In The Area. What Is This?

    Answer:  It's a burl! Woodworkers pay lots of cash for these cuz the inside grain structure is cool.

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    T5n
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Burrs can be used to make some beautiful items. I recommend going down the Youtube rabbit hole of woodturning videos to see some of the things made with them.

    Tamra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I'm anxious about something and can't turn off my brain, I watch these videos. So soothing. And then I go back to worrying. 😂

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's the tree equivalent of a wart. There's a parasite in there that causes these.

    deejak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks for an actual answer, not just a named thing.

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    Hanni
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Caused by Agrobacterium tumefaciens when the plant is young and the bacterium gets into a wound. Google it, it's fascinating stuff. Bacterium genetically modifies the plant to grow a tumor.

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Back in the day these were highly sought after so they could be cut off and be turned into a large bowl for everyday use at home. They were very strong and were passed down through families.

    Ches Yamada
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're still very sought after and super expensive!

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    NickTheDuck
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember a childhood story of seeing one of these on a tree and saying MOMMY THE TREE IS PREGNANT because my mom was pregnant at the time. the tree is still there to this day.

    A Jones
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a tree in my apartment complex with one of those. It looks like a butt.

    Auntriarch
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We've got a holly tree in the church yard with one, it looks like Friar Tuck, we call it the treegoyle

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    Chris D'Asta
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "It's just the curl of the burl" - Mastodon

    Lee F.
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of the episode of Intervention where the guy is obsessed with going out high in the middle of the night to 'hunt burl'

    Nitka Tsar
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Explanation why it comes to this: „ Burl formation is typically a result of some form of stress such as an injury or a viral or fungal infection.“ source: english wikipedia. Explanation 2: basically something like a tumor. Source: German wikipedia :D :D :D

    Jessica J.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do not like this! Makes my skin crawl.

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    #22

    Found This In My Grandparents Kitchen. What Is This? I Can Only Think It’s An Ancient Male Torture Device

    Found This In My Grandparents Kitchen. What Is This? I Can Only Think It’s An Ancient Male Torture Device

    Answer:  Egg shell cutter. For soft boiled eggs. A "Topper"

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    Admiral Graf Spee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh god i think in images i don't want that image in my head

    Meghna Mohan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same and it is painful to think of, imagery🤫

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    Will Cable
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My gran had a guillotine egg cutter for removing the tops off boiled eggs, similar design but a toothed blade would go fully across the hole.

    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone see the film "Teeth"?

    Monday
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ....I had wiped it from my memory until just now

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    Robert T
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DIY circumcision tool. ;-)

    glowworm2
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The funny part is the Spanish word for eggs, "Huevos" also translates to balls. So, it COULD be for that. 😂

    Amy E
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very likely someone has put their d**k in that at one point over the years

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    #23

    What Kind Of Lizard Is This? It Refuses To Leave My Hand And I’m Not Sure How To Help It (I Live In Central Florida)

    What Kind Of Lizard Is This? It Refuses To Leave My Hand And I’m Not Sure How To Help It (I Live In Central Florida)

    Answer:  Caribbean House Gecko. Very common in Florida. They’re nocturnal, so if it’s out during the day then it’s probably stressed. Just put him somewhere dark and warm for now.

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    Katy McMouse
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love those little guys.

    Daffydillz~
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The most precious little baby gecko ever 💛!

    DeoManus Argentem
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have always known these "Cuban geckos" - they're indeed very common in Florida. We always had them gather around our outdoor lights to feed on the flocks of moths at night. When they're older their skin is translucent - very cool guys!

    Dana J
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe feed it too? But what would one feed a Gecko? Off to google I go! 🤣

    juni
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Meal worms maybe? What did you find out?

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    Sue
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's his house now.

    LeeAnne B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love geckos. Please be gentle.

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    #24

    My Dad Shows This Thing To Everyone Who Comes To The House To Try And Find Out What It Is, It’s Gone So Far That He’s Actually Built A Shelf Just For It. Help

    My Dad Shows This Thing To Everyone Who Comes To The House To Try And Find Out What It Is, It’s Gone So Far That He’s Actually Built A Shelf Just For It. Help

    Answer:  That’s a coconut cutter/shredder. You sit on it and pound coconuts against it

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    Meghna Mohan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ooh i remember years of this it is painful on the palms

    Lyyyy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m trying to decide if this is a pun.

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    Siddharth Krishnaswamy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One clarification - you don't pound the coconut. You break the coconut into two halves on the floor and the grate each half against the serrated edges of the blade. Used widely in South India and across Asia.

    Jef Bateman
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I entered a coconut grating contest at a Polynesian fair in Tempe, Arizona. I wasn't doing so well (we went three rounds) until the Jamaican guy sitting next to me said that since I am so big I should win, and he quickly explained how to use my weight to my advantage. I did end up winning. I always think about how nice a person has to be to explain to a complete stranger how to beat him at a contest. That's my "unsung hero" right there.

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    More!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We had one when I was a kid, my great grandmother was Fijian. The men would be outside drinking and whatever, and one man would sit astride this thing with the pointy bit facing the same way as him. They’d put this contraption in a seat or bench and be sat on top of it, so they weren’t crouched down on the ground. They’d cut a coconut in half with a sugarcane knife then scrape the flesh out using the serrated metal bit attached to the wood. It was always a forwards motion they’d use and they worked quickly. The coconut flesh would be collected in a bucket that was below the scraper and they’d use it to make certain dishes. And I hated anything with coconut in it.

    OhBlahDi OhBlahDa
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Kiswahili we call it a "mbuzi", which is the same word for "goat". Never figured out the connection. Anyway, great for the best, fresh grated coconut which can then be used to make coconut cream and milk. Yum!

    OCD Mom
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! I need this. I don't know why exactly, I don't even like coconuts.

    Raj Kuthrapali
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You do not pound the coconuts against this one. The scraping thing will get bent out of shape pretty quickly. You sit on the wooden bit facing the pointy end, break a coconut into halves on a nearby rock or whatever you had handy - machete, metal pipe, stone floor tile etc, then scrape the coconut flesh off and let it fall into a bowl kept beneath the scraping bit, keep the shell and husk for charcoal, having your squire make galloping noises as you ride around recruiting knights, and making rope. There are some types which have a reinforced scraper. Those, yes, you can break the coconut shell on.

    Gninja
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Asian kids everywhere saying I hate these lol. My grandpa would have us shred the coconuts with this bc we were small to sit on.

    Bad Alchemy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    After looking at that, my new curse to annoying people will be "Go pound coconuts."

    Josie Bisbano
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chamorus (indigenous people of Guam) use these and call them "kumzu". In native spelling it looks like "iKamyu". I have one gifted by family.

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    #25

    What Is This Thing That Showed Up In My Yard?

    What Is This Thing That Showed Up In My Yard?

    Answer:  It's a stinkhorn. The tip smells like rotten meat to attach flies and spread the spores. It's hollow. Don't let your dog need it. My dog ate on. Took him to the vet. Dr. Said my dog was tripping off the mushroom. He was fine after a day of observation.

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    Confused Duck
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where can I find them? Asking for my dog.

    mYst17
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Stinkhorns occur "naturally" in North America, especially in subtropical and tropical regions—but some stinkhorn fruitings in temperate and north-temperate climates may be caused by human endeavors, resulting from the transportation of soil, sod, woodchips, trees, and so on."

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    Izzy Curer
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stinkhorn aren't usually poisonous. I've eaten them before. Pickled stinkhorn are a delicacy in Asia, though it's true there are a lot of different kinds. The ones I had were growing wild in Florida.

    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need a dog to trip with me. Humans just get too weird on the fungus. Dogs probably "Trip Like I Do."

    Hobby Hopper
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎵Can't you. Can't you trip like I dooo🎵

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    RL R
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Doctor, I woke up and my d i c k looks weird, kind of yellowy and red black at the end. Wanna see?"

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    #26

    This Was Found In A Pillowcase In A Stairwell Of The Hotel My Boyfriend Works At

    This Was Found In A Pillowcase In A Stairwell Of The Hotel My Boyfriend Works At

    Answer: For making counterfeit credit cards.

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    Sca Caca
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So is it possible that it was used to make the key cards for the hotel rooms? Just curious as it was found at a hotel...

    The voice of reason
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. Doofus criminal to leave that behind

    Mickysixxx
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Sir your credit card has been declined" "give me a min I believe I left my other one in my room"

    Pieter LeGrande
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whaaat? How can it fail? I was up all night making it.

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    Boii
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not suspicious at all....

    Herbert Strunk III
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh s**t, wouldn't work now. Am I the only one who remembers the card slide, them sign and rip one of the duplicates out for the customer? Still around in the 89'-very early 90's.

    Ben
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks very well made for an illegal process.

    Shirley Heyn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Curious, why put it in a pillowcase and stash it in a stairwell, never to retrieve it??

    G'ma B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ancient Male Torture Device?

    °CORLEONE°
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like it is found on 08.36.2016 hahaha

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    #27

    Found In Hotel Room

    Found In Hotel Room

    Answer:  Morse code. "PLEASED TO MEET YOU HOPE YOU GUESS MY NAME" [repeated 4 times]

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    Ervin Conn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please allow me to introduce myself I'm a man of wealth and taste I've been around for a long, long years Stole million man's soul an faith

    ISeeWendiGo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And I was 'round when Jesus Christ Had his moment of doubt and pain Made damn sure that Pilate Washed his hands and sealed his fate

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    all 4 paws
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Once i got my phone stuck on morse code mode and i had to google how to turn it back to normal IN MORSE CODE that was awful

    DeVille
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But what’s puzzling you is the nature of my game…

    Verinder of the Valley
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And I was 'round when Jesus Christ Had his moment of doubt and pain Made damn sure that Pilate Washed his hands and sealed his fate

    norman smith
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From the rolling stones song - sympathy for the devil

    Asexual Zelephant
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny story: a year ago everyone was calling each other a 'bozo'. I didn't know what it meant, so I very smartly asked the teacher. He was a very nice teacher but stopped people saying the word. And that is why I taught the whole of my table how to blink the word bozo by blinking: by the way, it's like this: -... --- --.. ---

    Anti
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoever would choose to pass the time ,while staying in a hotel, by invoking the prince of darkness, via The Rolling Stones, using Morse code, is probably someone it would be interesting to talk with

    scag$y
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But what's puzzling you, Is the nature of my game. Who knew that the devil knew Morse code?

    Luna Crow
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Much cooler than a Gideon bible

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    #28

    A Strange Creature In South Wales, UK

    A Strange Creature In South Wales, UK

    Answer:  elephant hawk moth caterpillar

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    Vellami
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Elephant hawk moth caterpillar. 4 animals in 1 body.

    Confused Duck
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These names are amazing, just combine 4 animals - Mouse Pigeon Butterfly Spider

    MauKini
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like the one in How I Met Your Mother! The Cockamouse that could fly..

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    Kristina Pelėda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They also mimick snakes to avoid predators. Thats why it looks like funny snake.

    Shark Lady
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a few photos of these, they're really cute.

    Fraxinus excelsior
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had a few of these in my garden too, here in Staffordshire, the eye spots are amazing, but then it's tiny,alien like head pops out.

    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A creature that crawls on the ground in infancy then gains it's wings after a formative period? Some of us humans do that too.

    Imma
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That name sound kind of made up, like you just say names of random animals. I thought it was funny tho. And so cute, my gosh

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    #29

    Help! Was Given A Present And Didn’t Want To Ask What It Was!

    Help! Was Given A Present And Didn’t Want To Ask What It Was!

    Answer:  It's a bookmark

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    charli
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i have a bookmark like this, not a dinosaur but it has a strawberry and some other pink and white beads dangling from it!

    LesAnimaux
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would you not ask? What's wrong with "oh that looks cool, what is it?"

    OWEN CASH
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought it was a fancy earring.

    Lady of the Mountains
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have always found them to be very bad bookmarks, they damage the spine and can't go in all the way

    Jods
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you don’t want it, can I have it?

    RL R
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Person who gave it to you: "How do you like the bookmark I gave you last week?" Poster: "Oh, sure...the bookmark...uh it is fine....wait, have to go to the bathroom for a second..."

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    #30

    This Came Out Of My Apple Juice Bottle This Morning During Break At Work ??

    This Came Out Of My Apple Juice Bottle This Morning During Break At Work ??

    Answer:  It’s a SCOBY. A Symbiotic Colony Of Bacteria and Yeasts. It’s not harmful but will make your juice taste sour. SCOBYs are used to make Kombucha. They feed off sugar, natural or otherwise. In this case the sugar in the juice. They excrete lactic and acetic acid, which have a sour taste

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    DE Ray
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Um, the "it's not harmful" but is maybe premature - the overwhelming majority are safe, but especially stressed microorganisms can put out toxins. Or be allergens. If a food product is supposed to be fermented/pickled/inoculated you can usually trust it, if it is supposed to be sterile and isn't maybe hesitate before ingesting.

    Kathryn Baylis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So basically, the apple juice has gone bad. Throw it out and buy some fresh.

    A Wild Bean
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I almost drank one of these by accident... it was not fun

    Amaranthim Talon
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also referred to as the Mother. If he were to put it in another bottle of apple juice he will end up with vinegar. A kombucha SCOBY will make black/green tea into 'booch - but this will not. Wrong type.

    Boodah Jones
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like the "Mother" in Apple Cider Vinegar?? Interesting

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    Burnt Bagel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks more like somebody dropped an egg in your juice, bro!

    Justin Jones
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Use to get these in my store bought Red Diamond iced tea on occasion. I no longer buy Red Diamond ice tea. Accidently drinking one of those down is supremely gagging experience.

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    #31

    My Muslim Neighbors Surprised Me & Brought Me This Food. Has Rice, Some Kind Of Milk, Walnuts On Top, & I Can Taste Lemongrass

    My Muslim Neighbors Surprised Me & Brought Me This Food. Has Rice, Some Kind Of Milk, Walnuts On Top, & I Can Taste Lemongrass

    Answer:  It's called Kheer. Normally eaten warm, but personally, I prefer it cold.

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    Mohsie Supposie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kheer = Rice Pudding. Garnished with whatever you want to garnish it with. In this case walnuts.

    Scott Rackley
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now I have to look up how to make it. I like rice pudding.

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    Monday
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People in this thread have very generous neighbours....all mine does is complain about my kitten meowing and shout at her very loud children.

    Nea
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its a common delicacy in Indian subcontinent, goes by many names and has many variations but lemongrass sure is a new and lovely touch.

    Tan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd say it's a part of many other South Asian countries, not just India.

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    VeryDarkMatter
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so many people here have so nice neighbours..

    Pumpkin Spice
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    KHEER!! It's a type of Indian rice pudding, made normally around the India/Pakistan area. That's why it was brought by Muslim neighbors!

    Alejandra Lima
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this what we call "arroz con leche" in Argentina?

    deejak
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it made with cardamom?

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    #32

    Cleaning Out My Grandma’s House To Sell And Found This. What The Heck Is It?

    Cleaning Out My Grandma’s House To Sell And Found This. What The Heck Is It?

    Answer: It's a flour duster. You use it to sprinkle flour across your work surface. You can use it to dust powdered sugar over cookies & what-not, too

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    A_Cat_To_The_Past
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But how do you put the flour in...

    Nilsen
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Squeeze the handles until it opens (the wires spread), dunk it in your flour bag until you have enough inside, release the handles and it closes holding the flour or icing sugar inside. To release the contents you squeeze the handles again.

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    Undercover
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, that is a smart contraption! 👍

    Downunderdude
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a sproinger. Squeeze the handles and it goes s p r o i n g g g

    Kaniwani
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure why this made me laugh so much.

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    Hey! White Girl!
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandma has one of those never asked about it

    LeeAnne B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please don't throw this out.

    Madison Pheysey
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what it is? My parents have one and I assumes it was to grab a pot of smth

    Sandy Kavanaugh
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just use my hands. Very high tech.

    Amaranthim Talon
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alton Brown would toss this One-Use wonder..

    G'ma B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An Ancient Male Torture Device?

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    #33

    This Is Growing In My Crawlspace.... Sos

    This Is Growing In My Crawlspace.... Sos

    Answer: Orange bleeding tooth fungus

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    James Wood
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see fungus, I upvote 👍🍄

    SH Holmes
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see groups of holes, I leave. Goodbye fun guy.

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    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why in everything good is it called bleeding tooth? Ya know what, nevermind

    Liz
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    “In addition to its most graphic feature, the Bleeding Tooth Fungus has small toothlike projections underneath the mushroom cap, where its spores are produced.”

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    Rosie Red
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "The Bleeding Tooth Fungus is not toxic, but tastes so bitter as to be inedible..." Who the hell would want to taste it???

    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bring in the antimicrobials or risk respiratory failure. Please?

    all 4 paws
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That sounds fun to deal with, good luck

    Claudia Vosper
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    https://www.aaas.org/news/weird-wonderful-creatures-bleeding-tooth-fungus

    A Wild Bean
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forbidden (and fluffy) honeycomb

    Fretka
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    there's a humongous fungus among us!

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    #34

    What Is This Border Between The Pacific And Philippine Sea? Why Is It Not Just A Straight Line?

    What Is This Border Between The Pacific And Philippine Sea? Why Is It Not Just A Straight Line?

    Answer: It's an international date line. It looks like this because it makes an exception around the Line Islands. The Line Islands have about 8,000-ish people on them, and this way, they're on the same 'day' as Kiribati, the nation they are part of. Due to time zones, it's the same 'Time' in the Line islands as Hawaii, but in the Line Islands, it's the next day.

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    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With 10,000 islands comprising Oceania I bet their salad dressing is amazing. At least ten times better.

    Asexual Zelephant
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are actually two islands that are incredibly close to the IDL, nicknamed 'tomorrow' island and 'yesterday' island. Sometimes the sea between them freezes over, so you could technically walk between yesterday and tomorrow because of the time difference!

    Luna Crow
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this an attempt at making a joke? I'd have an incredibly hard time believing that the sea could freeze this close to the equator

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    Hobby Hopper
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's astonishing and somehow unnerving how big and empty the Pacific Ocean is.

    Felicity Goddard
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, imagine how deep it gets and what creatures might be hiding there 😬😬😬

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    Adam King
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's funny that they say it's "an" international date line. Like there are many and you just found one in your attic.

    Sawdust
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, this is THE International Date Line.

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    Nicole Weymann
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...so travelling on/slightly north of the equator you can technically time travel several times for a day each. 🤔

    LH25
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought it was the ocean flexing...

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    International date line is flexing.

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    #35

    Why Did They Do This To These Trees?

    Why Did They Do This To These Trees?

    Answer:  Its because they sprayed the trees with an insecticide that was intended to kill aphids, which were dropping a sap onto cars parked underneath the trees. It unintentionally killed thousands of bees so they wrapped a netting over the trees to prevent more from landing in and on the trees.

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    Lyyyy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This must be a linden tree(tilia) or similar, they attract both aphids and bees, and you shouldn’t put them in parking lots because aphids poo your car full of this sticky stuff. Aphids don’t usually seriously damage these types of trees, so spraying them does more harm than good overall. Now, I can’t remember what specific species of trees I’m talking about here, but they are dioecious, meaning they have female and male trees. In the beginning landscapers and designers used both male and female trees. Then, they started to clone and use only male trees, so the trees would not bear (inedible) fruit, like berries that would drop onto cars making them dirty and onto roads making them slippery. Now 100% of the type of trees sold and used are male, almost all those landscaping trees you see in cities are male, which means all trees spread pollen to which many people are allergic to. If they would have used only female trees, we wouldn’t have pollen OR (inedible) fruits.

    Just Me
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Interesting. Thanks for this information.

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    Rumina Io
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All because people are shocked that the outside might make their precious car a little dirty. Aphids are an important part of the ecosystem too; feeding birds and predatory insects.

    Lyyyy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On a bad year the amount of aphid excretions that coat your car in just a weekend can be astounding, like it is so sticky that even pebbles stick onto it. I walk regularly under a sidewalk that has large linden trees growing on the side and above it. The sidewalk is sticky so my shoes stick to the asphalt and make an annoying sound. Spraying them does no good though, it is just damaging the ecosystem. This is just a wrong tree type for a parking lot, using literally any other type would do the trick.

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    NetworkMan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think your graphic's must be set to low, try looking for the setting.

    rosegoldmindset
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Answer: The wifi is slow, it hasn't rendered yet. Just turn it on and off again.

    Heather Talma
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here's an idea: If you park your car under a tree, expect sap.

    Shirley Heyn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why haven't people learned? Insecticide kills insects, among many other things! Maybe "Silent Spring" should be required reading in schools?

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    #36

    What Animal Is This?

    What Animal Is This?

    Answer:  Shrew

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    Owen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A pygmy shrew. Very shy, and they do bite, but their teeth are tiny. In the UK they are endangered. Mainly due to house cats.

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    Michele Viney
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pygmy Shrew - Cats catch them but won't kill/eat them (apparently they taste bad!) I used to rescue them occasionally from our cats if they were still alive and not dead from shock. No, they are not tame - every single one of the little ungrateful sods bit me!

    Marlowe Fitzpatrik
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In once rescued one that had gotten into the bathroom downstairs where I work. Took some time until I got the guy, then released it close to the pond. Guy went into the water - they're good swimmers - and all the fish in the pond POUNCED and poor guy got... well, probably eaten. I felt so AWFUL!

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    anima vienna
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Useful animals, related to hedgehogs. Feed on insects, not plants or bulbs My cat brings them home sometimes, just to play and fool around. I catch and release them

    SageHare37
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Our cats once brought a pair of shrews inside, then realized shrews have a painful venomous bite (dangerous to grubs/bugs, causes swelling for larger animals). The shews could walk past the cats without fear, little nods of greeting while us humans were looking for something to catch the shrew with. The shrews set up house keeping in our home and it took ages to get them out. Turns out they found a fallen bag of oreos in the back of the pantry and were living like kings. They were eventually relocated to the garden. Be sure to look up the old movie The Killer Shrews from 1959. The mutant shrews are dogs wearing costumes made from rope mops.

    MurderMittens
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In that movie, did the shrews eat through walls to get inside the houses? I think i saw that as a child. It was terrifying.

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    Chris D'Asta
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tame it. Shakespeare. Taming of the Vole never sounded right anyway.

    Jods
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Must be poorly as it’s not biting you. They are usually very feisty little creatures. One of my cats came running in shrieking because he had one attached to his nose.

    Anyone-for-tea?
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aww, poor kitty! My cats sometimes bring them in and I can usually save them and release them back out into the woods unharmed. They’re easier to catch as they don’t run as fast as mice, well when they’re under my bed at 5am they’re pretty slow. I’m always so much happier when I save them!

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    Patricia
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Walking my daughter's dog, and a shrew ran in front of us. Dog grabbed for it. I grabbed it first, to save it from the dog. It bit me, causing me to drop it. Dog got it as it fell. *sigh* BTW the shrew's bite is venomous, but its little teeth couldn't even break my skin. The venom is to subdue its prey.

    eeeeeeeee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They make a "caravan" - babies hold onto each other's tails with their teeth behind their mother -so cute- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1azXjie1fqs

    Achmed Mustafa
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This are small predators and not related to mice. It is very stress sensitive and can die from a heart attack if you frighten ist. Some can transmit rabies. Set it free outdoors and wash your hands with soap.

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    #37

    What Is This Oddly Terrifying Creature?

    What Is This Oddly Terrifying Creature?

    Answer:  Sand dollar.
    A sand dollar is a kind of echinoderm. This is the same animal phylum as starfish. The moving bits on the bottom are the tube-feet, similar to those of a starfish.

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    LuckyL
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What Is This Oddly Terrifying Creature - let me touch it with my bare hands

    pink_panda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mmmm, yes, feel the terror. Pet the terror.

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    Barbra E. Nyberg
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So that's what they look like alive.

    Susan Green
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know, I’ve never seen one alive before either.

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    Timbob
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With the current economy, it’s probably only worth about 60 cents!

    Daffydillz~
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Incredibly awesome! I've never seen one still living before.

    Jp@nda
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to live in Florida and i would stay with my friend in treasure island and this one spot i swear had hundreds of them and you could feel them on the ocean floor with your feet if you kinda floated along and just touched gently, it was really cool, but they were white and you could pick them up but had to put them back down the right way cause they cannot flip

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    Hey! White Girl!
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had one of these dead ones as a kid

    Curry on...
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine an oreo cookie walking away from you on its tube feet.

    Faith Treiss
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This makes me feel bad and grossed out about taking sand dollar "shells" home as a kid

    laura lee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Put him back in, he'll dry out

    BipolarExpress
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They are very cool when they are dried out. My mom had one when i was a kid

    Justin Rogers
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most people only see the dead ones that are white and have a star on yhem

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    #38

    4 Legged Fish - Freshwater Arid West/US

    4 Legged Fish - Freshwater Arid West/US

    Answer:  It’s a Western Tiger Salamander!

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    TheCat 3
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    neotenic/juvenile western tiger salamander, that's why it doesn't look like the images when you look up just "western tiger salamander"

    I'm.Just.A.Girl
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah I looked up Western tiger salamander and this is definitely not it, I agree with you guys I think it's an axolotl

    Blue
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    kind of looks like an Axolotl. Ig they might be related?

    Marleina Hershberg
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Axolotl pointies, the toes and fingers plus the ones off the head.

    Ur_Fav_Lazy_Panda🫶
    Community Member
    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought it was an axolotl *GASP* everyone who wants apple to make an axolotl emoji upvote this please🩷

    mom24boys
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I loved finding these guys when I was a kid!

    Allan J Lal
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not Western Tiger Salamander.. It's a wild axolotl

    Pandasizing World Peace
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The missing link to prove evolution!

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    #39

    What Is This Thing On My Airbnb Oven?

    What Is This Thing On My Airbnb Oven?

    Answer:  It’s for adding water in case you want to steam your food in addition to normal baking

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    DC
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... in some Air BnB, this may very well be used as ashtray...

    Catlover129
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In case you want to “smoke” your dinner?

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    Apatheist Account2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Remember, if they don't provide breakfast, it's just an AirB.

    Jrog
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Be aware that this require a separate accessory, a rubber tube 1 ft long, that has to be attached at the bottom to purge the condensed water. Do not use without.

    Liz-ard
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Smart! To insert a bowl of water can be TO much.

    LC Joyce
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its for The Steaming of the Shrew

    David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a self cleaning oven. That is where you put the soap.

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    #40

    What Is This? It Flashes Every Time An Ambulance Speeds By. They Are All Over My City

    What Is This? It Flashes Every Time An Ambulance Speeds By. They Are All Over My City

    Answer:  It picks up a strobe light on emergency vehicles and then will flash to let them know that their light is green and all other directions are red. E: to clarify the strobe is IR and at a specific frequency and flashing the high beams won’t work. If you are caught with an MIRT you are likely to face very serious (felony) consequences.

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    Katy McMouse
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have these on every traffic light in my city. You are lucky to get in behind an emergency vehicle because you don't have to be right on top of one of them to reap the benefits of not hitting any red lights - they keep the lights green for a good bit of time, after they've passed. Until today, I've never met anyone outside of my town that knows what they are or has experienced them.

    Lama
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do people downvote random comments? Shouldn't that be reserved for actual spam or seriously rude comments? It's so unfriendly and demotivating :(

    Lakota Wolf
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Most people on BP are decent people. Occasionally there's some real jerks who go around downvoting randomly. I'm upvoting to fix :)

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    Andy Saputo
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These can be found throughout Illinois in the US. If the light is flashing, it means the emergency vehicle is coming from behind you or in front of you. If it is solid white, it means the emergency vehicle is coming from left or right through the intersection.

    T'Mar of Vulcan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There was an episode of the original CSI (Vegas) that had this as a plot point.

    Kelley Baltierra
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've always wondered about these too...

    Dodo
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Over 20 years ago a teacher of mine (yes, a teacher) told our class that if you flash your lights at a traffic light, it'll change to green. Of course, none of us were anywhere close to driving at that age, so nobody actually tried it out, but I'd assume it's the same principle as this.

    Bleau
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Flashing your lights to a car passing you meant a cop was waiting up ahead

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    Klopec
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They finally figured this out, so the police, fire engins's and ambulance d's have a clear way.

    Thor Haugen
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see these all over in Minnesota.

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    #41

    Assuming This Is A Fungus Of Some Sort, Spotted On Top Of A Dead Log In Pawtucket, Rhode Island

    Assuming This Is A Fungus Of Some Sort, Spotted On Top Of A Dead Log In Pawtucket, Rhode Island

    Answer:  Slime mold - stemonitis axifera

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    Gary
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jees the world is an amazing place

    Melissa Wyatt
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do look into slime molds! Nobody knows what they are, neither animal, plant, or fungus. They don't have brains but clearly think, learn, and plan.

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    Daffydillz~
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Attack of the sentient eyelashes...

    Elica
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Start of a horror movie with "oh how adorable"

    Peppy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing I love the natural world, it never ceases to amaze

    Lyone Fein
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many slime molds are very attractive close u.

    Reinaldo Fuentes
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And despite its name and appearance, it is not remotely a mold or any other kind of fungus. It is a protist.

    Jenn C
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it's about to run away

    Jozsef Szabo
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I''m not sure it's slime mold. Could also be a bunch of eggs of an insect (insect eggs can be elongated and some insects have eggs with a stalk).

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    #42

    An Animal Found On The Beach In Normandy, France

    An Animal Found On The Beach In Normandy, France

    Answer: Portuguese Man O' War

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    dot dot dot.
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    these are called blue bottles to aussies. edit. they are super painful, need a decent amount of nuerofen, and warm water and ice to calm the sting, they leave massive welts. in the summer in australia they cover the shores

    Thomas Bentley
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I call them "GET THE F**K OUT OF THE WATER"

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    Rumina Io
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a "don't touch unless you want to scream for a while"

    mYst17
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's actually not a jellyfish, but it's tentacles can sting and leave really nasty effects on your skin . Careful not to touch it!

    Timbob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another of many, MANY reasons to avoid Australia!

    SmooshyFries
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right? The colors on this creature are beautiful and Australia has so many gorgeous beaches and things I would LOVE to see. But sadly too many things I do not want to see. Giant spiders, kicking kangaroos, rat sized insects, stinging sea creatures- I'm out

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    Fabian Bernard
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very corrosive, don't touch nor pick it up

    Jonathan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They truly do love to be hugged but sadly not many people hug them

    Emo Sloth
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ok storytime I live in Florida and sometimes when I go to the beach I see smaller, bluer versions of this thing and when I was little I would pick 'em up and throw them in the trash 'cause they looked like they were made of plastic and for the longest time I had no idea why my hands always stung when I went to the beach.

    Icecream Sarang
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ever go into Gulf during jellyfish spawn? We call them Sea Fleas, but they’re tiny jellyfish stinging you. I’m from Texas…same dang problems. And I touched a Portuguese Man O’War for the same reason. It looked like a blue Mylar balloon.

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    Izzy Curer
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I call them 'manowerrr' like the sea captain from the Simpsons.

    Icecream Sarang
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got stung by one of these as a kid. It took hours for the pain to stop.

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    #43

    This Was Given To Me As A Gift

    This Was Given To Me As A Gift

    Answer:  You twist it a certain way and it makes a hook to hang your handbag from a tabletop

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    Himory TheDreamer
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oooh! So that's what it is. I have one as well that I forgot what it was.

    Lil Potato
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i got one from somewhere and i use it as a fidget

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    LeeAnne B
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very handy. I don't want to hang my bag on the back of my chair or leave it on the floor.

    ~MushroomFrog~
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like rich people handcuffs

    Erika Stupka
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I found one of these left in a purse I bought from a thrift store (not as fancy) and once I learned what it was, I've been surprised at how useful it's been since! I've used it quite a lot

    Arenite
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Queen Elizabeth always carried one in her handbag!

    G'ma B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Handcuffs for a wild night of … babysitting!

    Bleau
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are a brilliant idea I first saw them in restaurants in Mexico.

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    #44

    It Looks Like A Tool To Create Art... Or Maybe It Is Art... I'm Not Sure

    It Looks Like A Tool To Create Art... Or Maybe It Is Art... I'm Not Sure

    Answer: Indian batik or textile stamp

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    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you sure this is not another Lemarchand Box? Clive? You there, buddy?

    Gwyn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was wondering what the disturbing fleshy thing under it was... OMG it's a manicured hand, sorry

    Janet Toner
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know! I thought the same thing. Even hesitated to zoom in-in case it was something gross.

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    Vellami
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Batik stamp. You put it on liquid candle and stamp it on sheet of fabric. Let the candle dry. Boil the stamped fabric in coloring water to melt the candle. Fascinating process. Not as impressive as the Batik Tulis or Batik Lukis which will have you to draw the motive by hand, but still fascinating.

    Whatshername
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If turned correctly it will summon the Cenobites

    deejak
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...made by a migraineur artist.

    Nea
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love all things Batik!

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    #45

    I’ve Seen These In Several Old Peoples Houses. What The Heck Are They And What Are They For?

    I’ve Seen These In Several Old Peoples Houses. What The Heck Are They And What Are They For?

    Answer: It says ‘Jesus’ in the lines between the wood pieces.

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sort of like, according to legend, the Jesus fish was a way for christians to identify each other. A lot of evangelicals are really into hidden messages.

    Jocie (they/them)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, a lot of gay ppl (like me) cuff their jeans to alert other gay ppl that they are, in fact, gay too.

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    VonBlade
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My brain automatically filled in the negative space. Maybe that's my rather tedious superpower.

    Monday
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Might be! Since even when I know what I'm looking for it takes real concentration and letter by letter reading to see it.

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    Adam Zad
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're called "shoes." Vans brand, to be precise. You put them on your feet to protect your sole from Satan.

    howdylee
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom has one (in cross stitch not wood) and I remember when I was little, asking her what it was. I couldn't see the negative vs positive space artistic element to it. A few years later I could finally get my eyes to focus on the name.

    Charity Angel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a group of houses on the street I grew up on that have gate posts rather like this. It took me a *long* time to realise that it was the house numbers in negative space.

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    Paul Rabit
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember the fist time I saw one of those in high school. Definitely one of those “once you see it you can’t unsee it” things.

    Michael Largey
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a carpenter, He would have appreciated this.

    Mr Red
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those are shoes meant to protect your feed.

    Stephanie Cunningham
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Often made as crafts during Vacation Bible School.

    michelle
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    okay this one is so cool , i would like one with my name

    Nea
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you find one who can customise these, please let me know as well! :)

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    #46

    What Is This Weird License Plate, And What Does It Mean? I’ve Never Seen This Before

    What Is This Weird License Plate, And What Does It Mean? I’ve Never Seen This Before

    Answer: I suspect you have found a Sovereign Citizen in the wild. The references to a trust and to common law suggest something of the sort

    ImObviouslyOblivious Report

    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone who should not be allowed on the road.

    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🤦‍♂️(car in OP photo) if one don't like society, don't take any part in it..?

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    Aaron W
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Idiots who believe they shouldn't have to follow the laws the rest of us have to follow. When they are pulled over they will film themselves shouting meaningless legal jargon at the police, talking in circles and forcing the police to arrest them. I look forward to the Youtube video of them being dragged from the car.

    Telepathetic
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the Rioters at the Capitol just tried this "defense". Got Convicted anyway

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    Yeah, okay.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I cannot wrap my head around the complete illogic of these people. If you decide you are a sovereign citizen of your own tiny country that is your strip of land (that you purchased, lol, not ceded from the Union), how can you decide the laws OUTSIDE your tiny pretend kingdom don't pertain to you? This is like saying I can go to the Middle East and be outraged I can't parade around in a bikini. It's just so stupid.

    Aria Whitaker
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right. But the minute their homes catch on fire...they most certainly expect the fire department to come out!! It IS extremely stupid.

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    Stephanie A Mutti
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a former public defender, they are the WORST!

    Aria Whitaker
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOVE Public Defenders! You guys are one of the most underpaid, overworked and under appreciated professions! Thanks for your hard work.

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    RezFidel
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We call these wackos "Reichsbürger" in Germany. Hardcore rabbit hole deep divers with a neonazi mindset.

    Lyone Fein
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sovereign citizens maintain the belief that the US Constitution gives them the right to declare themselves independent from the US, the US government, the laws of this land, and any responsibilities toward the US (such as paying taxes). All while continuing to reside within the territory of the US.

    Aria Whitaker
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder how they think the road they are driving on is paid for?

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    Mike Crow
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There was one sovereign citizen that posted a video of him telling the cops he didn’t need a licence or insurance. A while later he went the wrong way down a one way street and killed a woman.

    Min
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds about right, sadly.

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    Scott J
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who think the rules don't apply to them.

    Pieter LeGrande
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But are very keen to apply rules to other people.

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    Brian Michael
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sovereign citizens really believe that because they don't recognize themselves as Americans or recognize the government that they as "free" people can choose to not participate in laws, taxes, or processes created by the government...but here's were it gets extra delusional crazy they also believe that because they live in the country they have a right to all social programs, jobs, money, and benefits afforded to people from the country based on the countries bill of rights, constitution, and programs.

    Jay TheSaltLord
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those wingnuts have been getting themselves arrested all over australia lately.

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoo, at least it's not just here in the US

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    #47

    In The Bathroom. When I Push A Button With A Time On It, My Nearby Toilet Makes A Wooshing Sound

    In The Bathroom. When I Push A Button With A Time On It, My Nearby Toilet Makes A Wooshing Sound

    Answer:  It’s not your toilet, it’s your bathtub. And it’s causing a S**T TON of damage to it every time you tun it on without water in it. It turns on the jets for that amount of time

    NutellaGood Report

    JoJo Anisko
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You'd think they'd put a sign near it, to prevent said damage or at least mitigate it.

    Mario Strada
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Better yet some sensor that prevents the circuit to close if no water is present.

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    Rumina Io
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Switches without identification really bug me 😒 I'm staying in a hotel right now with pictoral switches and it's fantastic. For example, book shape for built into the bed reading light, shoe shape for the low level lights.

    Vasha
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Often attached to a bathroom exhaust fan. Turn on and walk away, it turns itself off.

    Bunzilla
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, we have one like this for our basement bathroom exhaust fan. Very convenient. The upstairs bathroom has a dial style timer that still works, from maybe the 70's or so.

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    M. William Bell
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The exhaust fan in my bathroom has a timer like this. It may not be destroying your tub.

    Ace
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There should be a water level sensor in the bath to stop them running when dry. Bad design otherwise.

    Currentlylost
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Haha, wonder how many times they’ve pushed the patrons before asking

    LC Joyce
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ive always seen these in bathrooms for running the ventilation fan.

    G'ma B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh! An Ancient Male Torture Device

    Justin Rogers
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a timer, typically it's for the fart fan not jets that damage the pump with no water in it

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    #48

    Found This In My Wallet. I Believe I Was Given The $10 Bill As Change. It Was Glued To The $20 Bill At Both Ends

    Found This In My Wallet. I Believe I Was Given The $10 Bill As Change. It Was Glued To The $20 Bill At Both Ends

    Answer:  It’s a magic prop for a trick in which one bill is turned into another

    FearsAndWishes Report

    N G
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's the new $30 bill

    Knight522
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So is the bill real or fake

    Steve Robert
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because of inflation, they had to add $10 to a $20 bill but it only buys $20 worth of stuff

    Thorsten Massow
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You now can buy things for $10 with this magical new bill. Welcome to inflation.

    Timbob
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could it be the result of a really stupid counterfeiter try to pas off a $20 bill as a $10 bill?

    RL R
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Hey cop, why are you busting me? The man wanted 30 bucks for that old grill, that is what I gave him, I swear!!"

    Lilith
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would call it Cha-Ching! your lucky day

    #49

    Prehistoric Parasite Attempting To Escape From Its Host As It Is Drowning In Amber

    Prehistoric Parasite Attempting To Escape From Its Host As It Is Drowning In Amber

    Answer:  It's a fungus Ophiocordyceps, probably an earlier ancestor.

    tandavinci Report

    N G
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's the last of us

    BenyA.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's put things back to where we found them shall we? It's been a rough 3 years

    Lee F.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that the species or a similar one in the show The Last Of Us?

    New Everywhere
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw this on planet earth. The fungus gets into the animal causing it to go nuts and climb up until it dies; then the fungus grows out of the dead carcass

    Rumina Io
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Horrendous yet wonderful. Isn't nature cool?

    Gin Marie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Cordyceps" is all I saw. NOPE.

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    #50

    Found This Nightmare Growing In A Bottle Of Crystal Hot Sauce. The Bottle Was Sealed On The Shelf With An 03/03/2024 Expiration. Can Anyone Explain Whats Happening Here?

    Found This Nightmare Growing In A Bottle Of Crystal Hot Sauce. The Bottle Was Sealed On The Shelf With An 03/03/2024 Expiration. Can Anyone Explain Whats Happening Here?

    Answer:  If there is vinegar in that hot sauce it may be a mother of vinegar

    lightning_lighting Report

    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why did I see a judgmental octopus? :)

    Pedantic Panda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And what is a mother of vinegar?

    Lakota Wolf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Mother of vinegar is a biofilm composed of a form of cellulose, yeast and bacteria that sometimes develops on fermenting alcoholic liquids during the process that turns alcohol into acetic acid with the help of oxygen from the air and acetic acid bacteria. It is similar to the SCOBY mostly known from production of kombucha, but develops to a much lesser extent due to lesser availability of yeast (which is often no longer present in wine/cider at this stage) and a different population of bacteria. Mother of vinegar is often added to wine, cider, or other alcoholic liquids to produce vinegar at home, although only the bacteria is required, but historically has also been used in large scale production." Also, it LOOKS gross, but is harmless. It can be strained out of the product without any harm or effect to the product!

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    Chris D'Asta
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Big momma, Cthulhu's sister Kassogtha. Look into her eye to gaze upon madness.

    Peppy
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like an octopus

    mcborge1
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is how The last of us started, lol.

    Jo Davies
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If it is mother of vinegar (never seen one quite like that),, put it in a bottle and pour wine over it. Homemade vinegar, i hav3 made quite a few .

    Mario Strada
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mmmm, what is a "mother of vinegar"? Never mind: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mother_of_vinegar

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    #51

    This Thing Has Been Flying Around Terrorizing Me (Chicago If That Helps)

    This Thing Has Been Flying Around Terrorizing Me (Chicago If That Helps)

    Answer:  Praying Mantis. To be specific, that’s a Chinese mantis. Not native to the US, but was brought over to help farmers by eating pests.

    Nervous-Half-7436 Report

    Caryle
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you can look into their little faces and their eyes, They appear to stare at people with curiosity, and they resemble a little alien. It’s so cool they’re such a cool bugs.

    Kathryn Baylis
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mantis are my all-time favorite insect. Dragonflies and big fat bumblebees are a close second.

    Casey B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These are cool little guys. They have a way of cocking their head sideways as they're checking you out, making them look like inquisitive little aliens 👽

    all 4 paws
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hollow Knight anyone (i play too much-)

    mcborge1
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone found a new pet. :D

    Puddin
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some cultures consider them lucky. They eat bugs, so yeah

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    #52

    BF Had For 33 Years, Heavy, Hard, Rattles Inside. Thinks It's A Geode,not Sure. Any Ideas? Central Wisconsin

    BF Had For 33 Years, Heavy, Hard, Rattles Inside. Thinks It's A Geode,not Sure. Any Ideas? Central Wisconsin

    Answer:  geode

    CrystallizedWeirdo82 Report

    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you slice these open with a rock cutter they often have beautiful crystals inside!

    Zedrapazia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is there something inside if you cut it open?

    Aria Whitaker
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, they are usually very beautiful! They can be all colors and crystal sizes...here is an example of one cut open... geode2-63d...328959.jpg geode2-63d2a4f328959.jpg

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    #53

    What Are These Fake Rocks I Keep Seeing Around Campus??

    What Are These Fake Rocks I Keep Seeing Around Campus??

    Answer:  Rat traps with poison

    snozkat Report

    BasedWang12.7
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that what I was gonna say.... Looks suuuuuspiciousssly like they work

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    Edgar Rops
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And there is a dead rat inside. Tail is sticking out

    Ode
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it worked

    Caryle
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel these are so unfair to put outside of commercial buildings. They invite wildlife that is not interfering inside your buildings to come and get murdered and trapped. Occasionally song birds will wander into them And many other animals besides rats, if they’re small enough

    Panda Boi
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And it seems like they caught one!

    Lee F.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    hence the tail, I suppose

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    #54

    My Friend Is Really Curious About What These Creatures Are

    My Friend Is Really Curious About What These Creatures Are

    Answer: Slipper lobster

    redditmademegetthis Report

    Christof Irran
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bullsh!t. Those are Doritos. Says so right on the bag.

    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They look like giant water pill bugs.

    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chef? How would you like your slippers prepared? Dorito-fed and free-range then chuck em in the pot til they scream. Now f**k off out my kitchen.

    Yeah, okay.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's like just the lobster tail. Whose going to be brave, boys, and toss it in the pot? Come on, now, someone has to be hungry! :))

    Asia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Giant isopod and not a slipper lobster.

    Joyce Brazel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They look like just the lobster tail.....

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    #55

    The Nz Police Sent Me This Pen In A ‘Anti-Burglary’ Kit. It Might Just Have No Ink Accidentally, But Maybe It Has A Purpose?

    The Nz Police Sent Me This Pen In A ‘Anti-Burglary’ Kit. It Might Just Have No Ink Accidentally, But Maybe It Has A Purpose?

    Answer:  It should be an invisible ink, shows up under UV light.

    neurojar Report

    Colin Matthews
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you use to write your name on things that may get stolen, then the police can track them down and also prove that they were stolen or fenced etc.

    Aaron W
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Write your name on your valuables with this and if it gets stolen, mention it to the police. They can use UV light to identify your stuff later.

    PixieVonBehr
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the UK we have a similar product called Smart Water. You purchase the "ink" which has a unique code so if the police recover an item, they will check for a Smart Water mark and then use a database to locate the owner. A lot of churches are required to mark the lead on their roofs for insurance purposes. Supposed to give scrap metals dealers less of an excuse to have stolen lead in their possession.

    Christian Fuller
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks similar to the markers we used to detect counterfeit bills, as well.

    #56

    What The F**k Is This Thing? My Friend Found It In His Yard

    What The F**k Is This Thing? My Friend Found It In His Yard

    Answer:  Clathrus ruber is a species of fungus in the family Phallaceae, and the type species of the genus Clathrus. It is commonly known as the latticed stinkhorn, the basket stinkhorn, or the red cage, alluding to the striking fruit bodies that are shaped somewhat like a round or oval hollow sphere with interlaced or latticed branches.

    themuritooo Report

    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a startling bizarre collection of fungus in my backyard, and I see these sometimes too :D

    Izzy Curer
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Smells like rotten meat. Tastes like attic floor. I think they're pretty, though.

    Audacious_1
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s an implant of the Celestial, Ego. Destroy it before it consumes the planet

    Patricia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would love to find one of these IRL!

    MotherofGuineaPigs
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like something a Fox Terrier would absolutely roll in...

    Powerful Katrinka
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah. It is obviously a bicycle helmet made for elves.

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    #57

    Murder Cricket? Found This In A Parking Lot, Made Sure It Was Dead Before I Picked It Up

    Murder Cricket? Found This In A Parking Lot, Made Sure It Was Dead Before I Picked It Up

    Answer: Mole cricket

    BartholomewBlackwell Report

    Zedrapazia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once found one of them running around my garden. I was so happy, they're super rare and look really cool when they move and burrow

    Little Wonder
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love them! When I find one in the house and move it outside they go all "Oh yeah? Well lemme DIG YOU" and try to burrow through my hands lol

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    Nicole Weymann
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cool, the name translates into German the same way: "Maulwurfsgrille" (Maulwurf + Grille)

    charli
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah i see why they call it a mole lol

    CelticElff
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The bane of every Floridian's lawn.

    Whatshername
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He skipped leg day more then once

    Faith Nicole
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its got fingers, and built like the hulk if the hulk was an inch tall.and antenna in the eyes? The f**k?

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    #58

    Piece Of Beach Glass Found In Lake Michigan, In Manistee Mi. Anyone Recognize The Imprint?

    Piece Of Beach Glass Found In Lake Michigan, In Manistee Mi. Anyone Recognize The Imprint?

    Answer:  It’s Kettle One

    YAtodaUPeh Report

    LuckyL
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Googled it: Kettle One is a Vodka and that's what's on the top part of the bottle. It's "just" a broken vodka bottle.

    digitalin
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what sea glass is-- broken glass that has been worn soft on the edges through the tumbling of the sea.

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    Deborah B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's cool. I love beachglass, I use it in stained glass and mosaic art projects.

    Yeah, okay.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd definitely be using that in a wire-wrap pendant. Very neat!

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate correcting people on spelling, however, this is a proper name, so thankyou cause it bothered me too

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now it's Kettle million pieces..

    Adam Zad
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, it's not The White Tree of Gondor?

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    #59

    This Symbol, Please

    This Symbol, Please

    Answer:  The Sigil of Lucifer

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    scag$y
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pleased to meet you. Hope you guessed my name.

    michelle
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    who is the person down voting everyone here , look if you have something to say, say it, but i think everyone's opinions matters in this case,

    Casey Burns
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you! I'm glad I'm not the only one. It's very annoying. Grr...

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    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also as fictitious as God, and the Easter bunny. Have fun when you find that no one was right and we all surf an endless void of nothing and darkness until reincarnation. Smile, Cthulhu waits, and watches from the depths in his slumber.

    Rosie Red
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok, when explaining what it is, can you please explain what your explanation means?

    Miss Red
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The driver is a black and/or satanic metal fan pobably. Many bands have this sign on their merch.

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    Jennifer Brown
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't thing so....Lucifer has much better taste than that!! He's a brit after all!

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    #60

    Saw This While Flying In Arizona. What Is This Line On The Ground?

    Saw This While Flying In Arizona. What Is This Line On The Ground?

    Answer:  It’s major power lines. If you can zoom in you can just barely make out some of the towers. They clear out vegetation to make them more accessible and to remove potential hazards to the lines.

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    Ronstantin
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Major Power Lines – nemesis of Captain Planet (I'm so sorry)

    Cadon Leviner
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a wrinkle in our dimension. Careful walking on it, you might end up in the backrooms.

    Jp@nda
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No silly, this is the city lines, like you see on a map, they're different colors for state borders

    Elchinero
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sherman's March To The Sea?

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    #61

    Mom Asked Me To Ask Here

    Mom Asked Me To Ask Here

    Answer:  It's a blade holder for a slap chop

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    Mouse
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pampered chef brand nut chopper. Buy replacement part here. https://www.pamperedchef.com/shop/Replacement+Parts/Replacements/Replacement+Blade+Guard+for+Food+Chopper/258F

    Rosie Red
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It just poses another question. What's a slap chop?

    LesAnimaux
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think you are being rude to your mama. I also still don't know what it is.

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    #62

    What Is This Bug? Why Does It Scream?? Eastern Washington

    What Is This Bug? Why Does It Scream?? Eastern Washington

    Answer:  Cicada

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    Stephanie Did It
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's the mating call. He's screaming for love just like the rest of us.

    The Original Bruno
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some species live underground for 13 or 17 years, then hundreds of billions come at once to mate. During pandemic summer, we had a 17-year cicada "emergence." The entire world sounded like an extremely bad case of tinitis for a few months. Or like a cosmic death ray. ("Woowoowoowoowoo").

    Bored Lady On The Run
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hard to believe that somebody didn't know what's a cicada. I mean, I have it in Virginia. Happens only in summer. They're quite calming.

    charli
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's cicada season in australia rn and the ones where i'm from are scary. fully black, with bright red eyes. i've only ever seen their nymphs in the past but now i'm seeing them a lot

    Gardener of Weeden
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It screams, because when they fly at me I scream louder!

    The Person
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, I recognized this right away. It's basically the only noise I hear in the summer: screaming cicadas.

    Upstaged75
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These damn things scream all over the US.

    Lil Potato
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    those things scare me to death

    François Bouzigues
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh my god ! Cicada only make noise over 27C. Another global warming evidence yet.

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    #63

    A Little Cup Filled With Sand That You Can Smooth Out With A Flattening Tool

    A Little Cup Filled With Sand That You Can Smooth Out With A Flattening Tool

    Answer: I believe that is a bowl filled with ash from burnt incense. The tool used here to smooth the top of the ash is called an incense ash press tool.

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    scag$y
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's as good a name as any, I guess.

    Sue Lynn Chan
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should go watch the video at this link. It's very satisfying https://www.youtube.com/@relaxingmeditationmusic1962

    A Jones
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    may I ask what it's used for. I am not familiar with this.

    juni
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Burning incense. It's a process. Involving incense powder and a disk with a pattern to make pretty shapes for the incense.

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    CelticElff
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's actually kinda soothing to watch, appears to be a whole ritual around it.

    Shinobu
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    IN other words that may not be sand

    #64

    Caught In Florida Years Ago. Found In Camera. (We Did Release It)

    Caught In Florida Years Ago. Found In Camera. (We Did Release It)

    Answer:  I believe this is a moray eel, belly up, with the hook going through its lower jaw. It is hard to see one of its eyes in this photo but I think I can just make it out.

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    Angela B
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whennnnnnn your fishing with guys and reel in this surprise that's a moraaaaaaaay.

    Svelk929
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ♪ when you look in it's maw and there's a pharyngeal jaw, that's a moray ♪

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    Nicole Weymann
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎼🎶 If you see a big eel, and his teeth are like steel, That’s a Moray. 🎶🎵

    Nacho Man Sandy Ravage
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When your mouth gapes in awe that the hook stabs your jaw that's a moraaaaaay

    CWebby
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When the thing that you spy has one discernible eye, that's a moray.

    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎶When an eel open its teeth, and there’s another set of teeth inside, that’s a moray 🎶When you’re diving and something bites you and you bleed out, that’s a moray🎶 :) (edit: do not actually know if true)

    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okie so someone apparently thought this is offensive, hate or spam. I SAID I don’t know if it’s true, and I shouldn’t be downvoted for stupidity or ignorance. I saw this somewhere else so I used it. But you might be having a pretty rough day and you’re taking it out on a random alien stranger on BP, O Magnificent Tracking Downvote Fairy, so I guess that’s life.

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    JoJo Anisko
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just recently learned eel blood is toxic to us hoomans.

    Joyce Brazel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, did he catch it or find it in his camera?

    Loonie Toonie
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was thinking that it was a moray based on the body shape.. I like eels :)

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    #65

    This Thing Stared At Me In A Store For Three Years Until I Bought It. It Has Always Been Known As “Chicken Man”

    This Thing Stared At Me In A Store For Three Years Until I Bought It. It Has Always Been Known As “Chicken Man”

    Answer:  Design Toscano Canterbury Tales Chanticleer Rooster Bank, 7 Inch, Faux Gold

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    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. I used to work for Design Toscano in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Had dreamed of working for them based on their ads in Architectural Digest. Other than our replica statuary I loved our reproduction of the Bayeaux Tapestry. Cool company to work for.

    Marie Dahme
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Used to love that outdoor water fountain with the big St Bernard dog and the one with the mermaid. Design Toscanini….when you’re rich buying from here is too cheap but when you’re poor this stuff is luxurious and you can’t afford it ! Lol

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    kay s.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that's obviously Al from Al's Toy Barn

    Vinay Pai
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No one's heard of the Trojan Rooster? It seems they couldn't fit that one last soldier into the horse....

    Marie Dahme
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love some of the stuff at Design Toscano but their stuff is too pricey.

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    #66

    This Was In My Bathroom, Is A Scorpion?

    This Was In My Bathroom, Is A Scorpion?

    Answer: It's not technically a scorpion but, they are called whip scorpions

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    HelluvaHedgehogAlien
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guys, people are downvoting iluvskulls because he/she are being rude by saying ‘ewww’ apparently. But it’s definitely not hate or spam, so please think before downvoting and not just because you disagree. Once a comment reaches negative numbers, others follow like sheep. I predict my comment will get at least 1 downvote because I have a random downvote fairy following me around. Hello, if you are looking at this, downvote fairy, I would like to express my gratitude for the downvotes by offering you a cute doggo pic (and to calm down these who might be feeling jumpy after seeing this list of bizarre stuff :D) 46CE39C2-E...7-jpeg.jpg 46CE39C2-EBA6-4AC6-B3B9-0C7403B18C64-63d28019aa157-jpeg.jpg

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    LynzCatastrophe
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't care what it's called. Get it away from me!!

    M Gullatt
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandpa told us as a kids that if they get you, they wouldn't let go until it thunders. I practiced making thunder sounds so when I went to visit grandparents, I wouldn't have a bug attached to my toe. LOL

    BasedWang12.7
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    AKA vinegaroons. Their tail can emit a vinegar smelling acidic substance

    Wadofbees
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These little friends are completely harmless, if I remember correctly they are also called vinagaroons.

    sylvantic
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like something one would find in either Arizona or Australia. Idk where they live. But I wouldn’t be shocked if I was in Arizona and saw this nightmare. EDIT: I was right! Googled it, Southern US including AZ!

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    #67

    What Is The Purpose In Design Of These Odd Toilets In My Dorm Building?

    What Is The Purpose In Design Of These Odd Toilets In My Dorm Building?

    Answer: Mens and Womans urinal

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    Barbra E. Nyberg
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pointless. The toilet IS gender neutral.

    Monday
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah but a toilet is for peeing and pooping. This is a way to discourage pooping.

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    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Finally gender equality. Let's all pee freely.

    Nicola Roberts
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Japan they have western toilets and female urinals. Occasionally I would need to use a public toilet and locals would always guide me to the western toilet. Once I had no choice and lets just say it is a skill that I hadn't perfected! My experience was they tended to be flush with the ground.

    RoanTheMad
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they're not exactly "female urinals" they're just the traditional style of toilet, a squatting toilet, they're found all over asia, africa, and in parts of Europe. (such as russia, greece, romania, southern france..) they do take some getting used to though xP

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    Nandros M
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is used by Japanese, traditionally the most clean people of the world.

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    Telepathetic
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks extremely Uncomfortable to Sit on---Unhygienic too after a man uses it

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    #68

    My Sister Has To Identify This And Write A Paper About It. What Is It?

    My Sister Has To Identify This And Write A Paper About It. What Is It?

    Answer: Wire bender. Part of a much larger machine

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    Emily M
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm really curious why she has this as an assignment. Is it a creative writing class? Something about how archeologists try to identify stuff they find? Some kind of machine/engineering class???

    Toni Kay
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was curious too, the sister replied to original post “ It’s English 2 research papers. He presented an object to us and said we need to identify it and write a paper on it. I’ve searched for hours on different platforms and used several resources but still can’t find this particular load cell.” In college

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    Caryle
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are you doing her research For her school paper?

    #69

    What Kind Of Car Is This?

    What Kind Of Car Is This?

    Answer: It's an ETV - Extra Terrestrial Vehicle

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    Csaba Hegedűs
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This really is its name. https://silodrome.com/etv-extra-terrestrial-vehicle/

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    scag$y
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like if Batman had a late 1990s Alfa Romeo.

    JoJo Anisko
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Expensive. Other than that, I'm clueless.

    Mark Fergel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Correct. That is its name. It is a kit car. https://www.carscoops.com/2009/06/extra-terrestrial-vehicle-chevy-aveo-of/

    Joanne Hudson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And we've been blindly agreeing with you ......................

    Insono
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well it IS definitely extra that's for sure

    I'm.Just.A.Girl
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And for the low price of just $89,000 US dollars, you too can own one!

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    #70

    Found In My Old Garage. Almost Seems Like Something Should Sit On Top? Friend Suggested Key Hider But Then, What Are The Holes For?

    Found In My Old Garage. Almost Seems Like Something Should Sit On Top? Friend Suggested Key Hider But Then, What Are The Holes For?

    Answer:  It’s an ashtray

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    Yeah, okay.
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An ugly ashtray. No wonder it was in the garage.

    MargyB
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They are great when it's windy. Stops ash and old butts blowing around

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    Patricia
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that smoking is less common now so that OP didn't recognize the ash tray. There were ash trays on stands, nesting glass ashtrays, ashtray knickknacks of all sorts. Even watching old movies or TV series is hard now bc everybody is smoking and it seems so strange.

    Spocks's Mom
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought it was an old and small flower frog.

    LiuLiu
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    all ashtrays are ugly IMO

    Papa Het
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isnt it kinda obvious? I thought everyone knew what an ashtray looked like :/

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    #71

    Any Idea What This Is? It’s My Grandmother's, It Has Two Clips And It Spins

    Any Idea What This Is? It’s My Grandmother's, It Has Two Clips And It Spins

    Answer: It's known as a 'fringe twister', in this case a double since it can do two strands at once

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    Izzy Curer
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who just says, 'well, obviously it's a fringe twister' and leaves it at that?

    Rosie Red
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh for pete's sake and what in heck in a fringe twister?

    ravn
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it could be used to twist bowstrings as well...now I want one.

    Burnt Bagel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good. For a minute I thought it might be another penis torture device 😂🤪

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    #72

    My Parents Believe I Use Heroine! Can Someone Help Me Identify This Object?

    My Parents Believe I Use Heroine! Can Someone Help Me Identify This Object?

    Answer:  It's a mate straw/bombilla

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    Lakota Wolf
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You use it to drink a drink made from the leaves of the yerba mate plant, which is a species of holly. The sieve end of the straw allows you to drink the liquid without drinking the actual leaves.

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    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need a heroine right now my life is in a shambles and I could really use a womans' help.

    Robin Roper
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Used to drink Mate or maté a traditional South American caffeine-rich infused herbal drink.

    diana king
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly how would that transfer into heroin use?

    Persephone
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they must have thought it was some sort of spoon for freebasing heroine... if you've ever seen "Requiem For A Dream", you'll understand 🤢 That's not what this item is for tho!!!

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    Korrie Broos
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mate is a drink that EVERYONE in South America drink, Google Mate drink. very tasty, once you get use to the taste. Big culture and routines around drinking it

    Andy Frobig
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not everybody, but it's pretty universal in Argentina and some bordering countries. You fill a gourd about halfway with leaves of yerba mate, then pour boiling water over it. The leaves are loose and they stay in the drink, so you need this straw with a screen at the bottom to keep the leaves out of your mouth

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    Amy Taylor
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    H-E-R-O-I-N. Very, very different than a heroine. lol

    Lyn Moffett
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's a mare straw/bombilla please?

    Rosie Red
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Explain your explanation, please!

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    #73

    I’ve Had This In My Phone For Quite A While But What Is It?

    I’ve Had This In My Phone For Quite A While But What Is It?

    Answer:  Homunculus loxodontus, a statue

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    Marie Dahme
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey that’s a word I use in my lexicon for someone who is lovable and clueless !

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    Joshua Moore
    Community Member
    Premium
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why do you have my picture on your phone?

    SCP 4666
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is me after a nice dinner of steak and pizza 😅

    Snorkeldorf
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The head is a baby elephant seal. Looks like they used the seal pic and added arms and hands.

    Jonathan Labelle
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the fact that its in black and white make it look like something out of david a lynch movie

    Joanne Hudson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I started answering as I slowly scrolled down to the arms......Ele p h a n t s e a l ........ no clue.

    Ronstantin
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like Watto who has let himself go 😄

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    #74

    Found It At An Old Cell Phone Tower Site I Worked At, Any Ideas?

    Found It At An Old Cell Phone Tower Site I Worked At, Any Ideas?

    Answer:  Orgone pyramid, used for energy transformation/EMF generator/useful for meditation and all sorts of other spiritual/meta-physic things

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    Chris D'Asta
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep. Knew it. Illuminati at it again. Isn't that the device that provides 5G and is turning frogs gay ? Seriously, I'm asking you, Alex?

    Kaa
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, that orgonite thingy kills 5g and such. (I briefly dated a tinfoil hatter years ago)

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    Izzy Curer
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You moved the orgone pyramid?!

    Suzy Creamcheese
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's basically snake oil for the tin foil hat crowd.

    BasedWang12.7
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    calm down Jayden Smith and Kylie Jenner

    RezFidel
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Esoteric mumpitz... check out: Orgon chemtrail buster on amazon .. only 4000,-

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    #75

    Washed Ashore On Navarre Beach, Gulf Of Mexico, Florida

    Washed Ashore On Navarre Beach, Gulf Of Mexico, Florida

    Answer: It appears to be a sonar buoy

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    YinzerGhost
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sup, YouTube, it's ya buoy Sonar!

    Adam Zad
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You sure it's not a sonar guirl?

    #76

    What Is The Gold Console?

    What Is The Gold Console?

    Answer: It's the Pippin

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    Ray Ceeya (RayCeeYa)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An Apple product in a color that isn't white? That's out of character.

    Mouse
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Check out the iMac from 1999. Lots of pretty colors.

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    Moved Into A New Apartment And This Was There. What Is It? Best Guess Is A Spice Rack

    Moved Into A New Apartment And This Was There. What Is It? Best Guess Is A Spice Rack

    Answer:  k-cup holder

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    James Wood
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh. Imagine having the time, space and money to build a K-Cup holder into your home, and then actually doing it. Environmental concerns aside (the original inventor came out publicly against them, after realizing how much plastic they were contributing to the waste stream), it's just. Bad. Coffee. Very bad.

    Kathryn Baylis
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And really weak coffee, to boot. I have two reusable k-cups that I fill with regular coffee—-to the strength I prefer. Better for the environment and saves TONS of money too.

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    A Jones
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder if this can be converted into a spice jar holder?

    Joshua David
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was gifted my Keurig in 2013 when they were super popular and as soon as I realized how much plastic I was binning, I ended up purchasing 6 bpa free reusables and I save a ton of money as well.

    Grace Smith
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would have guessed it was a pop out connect four