Who Made It?

Cardinals and other birds are known to smear crushed or living ants all over their feathers. It’s not clear why but scientists believe cardinals use the formic acid secreted during this practice to get rid of lice and other parasites.

What do you think Scotland’s national animal is? If you guessed the Loch Ness Monster, you’re wrong. If you guessed the unicorn, you’re absolutely correct! In the 12th century, William I used the unicorn in the Scottish royal coat of arms and since then, the mythical beast has played an important role in the country’s identity.

In ancient Egyptian religion, the scarab was a symbol of resurrection, immortality, transformation and protection used in funerary art. These beetles were found all over Egypt and were a popular design for good luck charms and jewelry made from clay and gems.