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Mark Mancini is a freelance writer currently based in Texas. Over the years, he’s covered every subject from classic horror movies to Abe Lincoln’s favorite jokes. He is particularly fond of paleontology and has been reporting on new developments in this field since 2013. When Mark’s not at his writing desk, you can usually find him on stage somewhere because he loves to get involved with community theatre. And if you ever feel like trading puns for a few hours, he’s your guy.
Recent Contributions
Exotic or Exploited? The Controversial Savannah Cat
What do you get when you mix a domestic cat with a wild African serval cat? You get a Savannah cat, which turns out to be a very beautiful but very controversial kitty.
Three Famous Hypotheses and How They Were Tested
From Isaac Newton to Ivan Pavlov, scientists have developed and tested hypotheses through carefully crafted experiments for centuries. Here are three groundbreaking hypotheses and the predictions they tested.
The Battle of the Big Cats: Maine Coon vs. Norwegian Forest
The Maine Coon and the Norwegian Forest are both plus-size breeds of cat, but what are the differences between these feline behemoths?
12 Regal Facts About Siamese Cats
Affectionate and haughty at the same time, the Siamese cat exudes an air of mystery. But it still loves to follow you around.
Science vs. Monster Movies Quiz: Tell Fact from Fiction!
How much sci is in your fi? We’re taking a look at physics, biology and everything in between through the lens of monster cinema. You know, all the stuff you'd need to know as a mad scientist's lab assistant. Mwah-ha-ha.
Ghana's Fantasy Coffins Are to Die For
Many Ghanians honor their dead by burying them in vibrant works of art made by skillful master carpenters. These fantasy coffins are shaped like everything from elaborate fish and lions to limos and even sneakers.
The British Shorthair Is a Round-faced 'Teddy Bear Cat'
According to some sources, Lewis Carroll based the smiling Cheshire Cat from his 1865 novel "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" on the British Shorthair.
Meet the Real Vampires of the Animal Kingdom
Move over Dracula. These fish, birds and bats really are the vampires of the animal world — and they do need to eat (or suck) blood to sustain life.
How Artificial Glaciers Are Hydrating the Himalayas
Ice stupas are artificial glaciers that store frozen water to be used for hydrating crops in the driest stretches of the year in the high desert of Himalaya.
Venus: Earth's Blazing-hot and Bizarre Twin
The atmospheric pressure is crushingly extreme on Venus, and lead would melt into a puddle on its surface. But as hellish as this place sounds, it actually has a lot in common with Earth.
Man-made Islands Are More Common Than You Think
Man has been building islands all over the world for centuries using extraordinary feats of engineering. But at what cost to the environment?
Corn Snakes Are Perfect Pets For Reptile Enthusiasts
These modern rat snakes have an affinity for barns (and the rodents that live in them). But the myriad of colors makes them a reptile hobbyist's dream.
Take a Stab at Our American Gangsters Quiz
They may have been hard-bitten crooks, but when John Dillinger, Arthur Barker and "Pretty Boy" Floyd were at large, ordinary citizens loved to follow their exploits. Find out what you know about these and other gangsters with our quiz.
Jupiter: Anatomy of a Gas Giant
Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system. Big as it is though, next to the sun, Jupiter looks puny.
The Rise and Fall of the Oregon Trail
Hundreds of thousands of emigrants traveled the 2,170-mile Oregon Trail in search of a better life. And thousands of them were injured — and even died — on the journey along the way.
Zoinks, It's a Scooby-Doo Quiz!
Help us celebrate 50-plus years of capers, masks, Scooby Snax and extra-large sandwiches by taking our spook-tacular quiz.
Carbon Capture-to-fuel Is Here
Wouldn't it be nice if we could pull CO2 out of thin air and transform it into a fuel that's better for the environment?Now we can.
The Anthropocene Epoch: Humans vs. the Earth
Many scientists believe that humans influence Earth at a rate so massive that a change to the geologic time scale is in order.
What's the Difference Between Global Warming and Climate Change?
Global warming and climate change are terms often treated like synonyms, but they have different meanings. We'll explain the difference and why both are so important to know.
The Wild History of the Texas Longhorn
These impressive and intimidating animals have an illustrious past that helped them wend their way through America and settle in the heartland of the South.
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