What is the world's largest fish?
The harmless whale shark holds the title of largest fish, with the record being a 59 footer captured in Thailand in 1919.
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Hottest place on Earth
What is the hottest place on Earth? El Azizia in Libya recorded a temperature of 136 degrees Fahrenheit (57.8 Celsius) on Sept. 13, 1922 the hottest ever measured. In Death Valley, it got up to 134 Fahrenheit on July 10, 1913.
Most single-game rushing yards in nfl history
Walter Payton had the flu when he broke the NFL record with 275 rushing yards when Chicago played Minn 11/20/77.
Corey Dillon broke this record in 2000 rushing for 278 yards Cincinnati vs Denver (10-22-2000)
The record was then broken by Jamal Lewis in 2003 (295), and again in 2007 by Adrian Peterson (296) against the San Diego (and LaDainian Tomlinson) amazingly in his rookie season.
Biggest animal in the world
The blue whale is the largest animal in the world. The largest blue whale caught was a 110-foot female. It is not
known how the angler got this beast home or how they fit it in the freezer.
what is the world's oldest animal
The oldest animal on Earth was born in 1830 Her name is Harriet, she's a Galapagos land tortoise
Blue whale massacre crustaceans
The blue whale, the worlds largest animal at 110 feet according to guiness world records eat krill, which are shrimp-like crustaceans only about an inch-and-a-half long.
Pick on somebody your own size? Not whales! An adult whale might slaughter 40 million, or 4-6 tons of these little creatures in one day!!
Amazingly, the krill population persists, but you have to assume this perpetual atrocity affects the krills ability to develop a stable society.
What is the noisiest land animal?
Howler monkeys are the noisiest land animals. Their calls can be heard over 2 miles away.
What is the world's largest animal?
The world's largest mammal, the blue whale, weighs 50 tons at birth. Fully grown, it weighs as much as 150 tons.
How tall is the world's tallest tree
A 379.1' Redwood in Redwood National Park is currently the world's largest tree
Top selling albums in 1980s
The top selling album in the 80s was Dire Straits Brothers In Arms followed by Michael Jackson Bad, and then Thriller, 4th best selling album Queen Greatest Hits
The number one selling album for the year 1980 was Abba Super Trouper, 1981 Adam & The Ants Kings Of The Wild Frontier, 1982 Barbra Streisand Love Songs, 1983 Michael Jackson Thriller, 1984 Lionel Richie Can't Slow Down, 1985 Dire Straits Brothers In Arms, 1986 Madonna True Blue, 1987 Michael Jackson Bad, 1988 Kylie Minogue Kylie, 1989 Jason Donovan Ten Good Reasons.
The longest coldest night on earth
The darkest time of year at the North Pole is the Winter Solstice, approximately December 21. There has been no sunlight or even twilight since early October. The darkness lasts until the beginning of dawn in early March
Now you can see what's happening in the arctic at http://www.arctic.noaa.gov/gallery_np.html
What's the world's largest bird
The average adult male ostrich, the world's largest living bird, weighs up to 345 pounds.
Can you name the world's biggest octopus?
The Pacific Giant Octopus, the largest octopus in the world, grows from the size of pea to a 150 pound behemoth potentially 30 feet across in only two years, its entire life-span.
What is the world flagpole-sitting record you ask?
In 1992, Frank Perkins of Los Angeles made an attempt on the world flagpole-sitting record. Suffering from the flu he came down eight hours short of the 400 day record, his sponsor had gone bust, his girlfriend had left him and his phone and electricity had been cut off.
What is the world flagpole-sitting record you ask?
In 1992, Frank Perkins of Los Angeles made an attempt on the world flagpole-sitting record. Suffering from the flu he came down eight hours short of the 400 day record, his sponsor had gone bust, his girlfriend had left him and his phone and electricity had been cut off.
What is the longest flight caused by a propane explosion?
A railroad tanker car carrying propane traveled over 3,000 feet when it exploded during a train wreck in Illinois, sheering off a steel tower in it's path. It's the longest flight on record for a propane explosion.
The world's most poisonous octopus
The worlds most smallest octopus, the Blue Ring, is also the worlds most poisonous.
What is the highest point on earth?
The highest mountain in the world is not Mt. Everest. The Earth is not perfectly round, it is like when you roll a piece of silly putty in a ball and squish the top a little bit. Therefore, the equator is popped out. Seeing as how the Himalayas are some ways away from the equator, although Mt. Everest is highest above sea level, the highest point on Earth is somewhere in the Andes in South America
People like it hot
In 2001 Death Valley saw a record of 153 consecutive days with daytime high temperatures above 100 degrees. Somehow, that same year the National Park had 1,064,784 visitors.
What is the most rainfall ever recorded?
The greatest amount of rainfall ever recorded fell in the amount of 1.5 inches per minute on November 26, 1970 in Barst, Guadeloupe located in the West Indies.
How deep is the ocean?
The deepest area in the ocean is 35,800ft. or 6.78 miles deep. It is located at the Mariana Trench in the Pacific ocean. The average depth of the oceans is 12,500 feet.
Can you handle the water pressure?
Water pressure increases 15lbs. per 33 sq. ft. The greatest amount of water pressure ever recorded in the ocean is 15,000 lbs.
What is the "blackbox" recorder for?
An airplane's "blackbox"' is a device which records conditions and events on an air vessel. A "blackbox" is actually orange in color to make it more visible in the wreckage.
When will that squirrel come out of hibernation?
The longest time spent in hibernation goes to the Burrowground squirrel with 9 months of hibernation.
Where was the hottest air temperature on Earth recorded?
Death Valley in California holds the record for the hottest air temperature ever recorded on Earth: 134°F (56.7°C), measured at Furnace Creek in 1913.
Which country has the oldest continuous hereditary monarchy?
Japan's imperial family is considered the oldest continuous hereditary monarchy in the world, with traditional records tracing the line back more than 1,500 years.
What is the world record for the most tennis balls held in a dog's mouth?
A Golden Retriever named Finley set a Guinness World Record in 2020 by holding six tennis balls in his mouth at once.
Which Bulldog holds the world record for skateboarding through a human tunnel?
A Bulldog named Otto set a Guinness World Record in 2015 in Lima, Peru, by skateboarding through the legs of 30 people lined up in a human tunnel.
Do Bulldogs have a short lifespan?
Studies of UK veterinary records have found Bulldogs among the shortest-lived dog breeds, largely because of breathing, skin, and joint problems tied to their extreme body shape.
What is the longest domestic cat on record?
A Maine Coon from Italy named Barivel was measured at about 3 feet 11 inches (120 cm) long, earning the Guinness World Record for the longest living domestic cat in 2023.
How fast can a racehorse run?
A Thoroughbred named Winning Brew set a Guinness World Record in 2008 by running about 44 miles per hour over a quarter mile, the fastest speed recorded for a racehorse.
What is the longest snake in captivity?
A reticulated python named Medusa from Kansas City holds the Guinness World Record for the longest snake ever in captivity, measuring about 25 feet long.
What is the Diary of Merer?
The Diary of Merer, discovered in 2013, is the oldest known inscribed papyrus. It records an official's work transporting limestone blocks for the Great Pyramid.
What is the best-selling car nameplate of all time?
The Toyota Corolla is the best-selling car nameplate in history. Toyota celebrated its 50 millionth Corolla in 2021.
In how many countries is the Toyota Corolla sold?
The Toyota Corolla is sold in well over 100 countries, which helps explain its all-time sales record.
How many original Volkswagen Beetles were built?
About 21.5 million original Volkswagen Beetles were built.
How many Volkswagen Golfs have been sold?
Volkswagen has sold more than 35 million Golfs, making it one of the best-selling cars ever.
How many Ford Model Ts were made?
About 15 million Ford Model Ts were built before production ended in 1927.
How many Honda Civics have been sold?
Honda has sold more than 25 million Civics worldwide.
What is the Honda Civic Type R?
The Honda Civic Type R is the high-performance Civic, and it has set lap records at Germany's Nürburgring for front-wheel-drive cars.
What is the fastest steam locomotive?
The British locomotive Mallard set the world speed record for a steam locomotive in 1938, reaching 126 miles per hour.
How fast was the Stanley Steamer car?
In 1906, a Stanley steam-powered car set a land speed record of about 127 miles per hour.
What is the Centennial Light?
The Centennial Light, a bulb in a fire station in Livermore, California, has been burning almost continuously since 1901.
Did James Naismith have a winning record as a coach?
James Naismith is the only University of Kansas basketball coach with a losing record.
Who scored 100 points in an NBA game?
Wilt Chamberlain scored 100 points in a single NBA game on March 2, 1962, a record that still stands.
What is the longest tennis match ever played?
The longest tennis match ever was between John Isner and Nicolas Mahut at Wimbledon in 2010. It lasted 11 hours and 5 minutes over three days.
Who holds the record for consecutive games played?
Cal Ripken Jr. played in 2,632 consecutive MLB games.
Who has won the most major golf championships?
Jack Nicklaus won 18 major golf championships, the most of any golfer.
Which city has the longest name in the world?
Bangkok's full ceremonial name is the world's longest place name, according to Guinness World Records.
What is the oldest restaurant in the world?
Botín in Madrid, open since 1725, is the world's oldest restaurant according to Guinness World Records.
What is the longest-running American scripted primetime series?
"The Simpsons" is the longest-running American scripted primetime TV series.
What is the longest-running multi-camera sitcom?
"The Big Bang Theory," which aired from 2007 to 2019 with 279 episodes, is the longest-running multi-camera sitcom in history.
How many times did "Modern Family" win Outstanding Comedy Series?
"Modern Family" won the Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series five years in a row, from 2010 to 2014, tying the record set by "Frasier."
What is the heaviest watermelon ever grown?
The heaviest watermelon on record weighed about 350 pounds and was grown in Tennessee in 2013.
What is the heaviest strawberry?
The heaviest strawberry on record weighed 289 grams and was grown in Israel in 2021.
Who is the best-selling female recording artist?
Madonna is recognized by Guinness World Records as the best-selling female recording artist of all time.
Why are most pop songs about three minutes long?
Pop songs are often about three to four minutes long partly because early records could only hold about that much music per side.
How long was "Old Town Road" number one?
Lil Nas X's country-rap song "Old Town Road" spent a record 19 weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2019.
Who coined the term "rhythm and blues"?
Jerry Wexler coined the term "rhythm and blues" while working at Billboard in 1949, replacing the term "race records."
How did Berry Gordy start Motown?
Berry Gordy started Motown Records in 1959 with an $800 family loan.
What is the longest musical performance ever planned?
A church organ in Halberstadt, Germany, is performing John Cage's "ORGAN²/ASLSP" so slowly that it won't finish until 2640.
Where was salsa music developed?
Salsa music developed in New York City in the 1960s and 1970s, helped by Fania Records.
Who is the best-selling fiction writer of all time?
Agatha Christie is the best-selling fiction writer of all time, with an estimated two billion books sold.
What is the largest musical saw ensemble?
The NYC Musical Saw Festival set a Guinness record for the largest musical saw ensemble.
What is the largest musical instrument in the world?
The Great Stalacpipe Organ is the world's largest musical instrument.
Who has the longest tongue?
Nick Stoeberl holds the Guinness World Record for the longest tongue, at about 10.1 centimeters.
What is the record for holding your breath?
The Guinness record for holding your breath, set after breathing pure oxygen, is more than 24 minutes.
Are teeth unique?
Every person's teeth are unique, which is why dental records are used to identify people.
How much did Van Gogh's "Portrait of Dr. Gachet" sell for?
Vincent van Gogh's "Portrait of Dr. Gachet" sold for $82.5 million in 1990, a record at the time.
What is the record price for a Latin American artwork?
Frida Kahlo's "Diego y yo" sold for about $34.9 million in 2021, a record for a Latin American artist at the time.
What is the most expensive painting by a female artist?
Georgia O'Keeffe's "Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1" sold for about $44.4 million in 2014, a record for a female artist at the time.
What is the heaviest tomato?
The heaviest tomato on record weighed about 10.8 pounds.
What is the heaviest carrot?
The heaviest carrot on record weighed about 22 pounds.
What is the hottest pepper in the world?
Pepper X was named the world's hottest pepper by Guinness World Records in 2023.
What is the heaviest pumpkin?
The heaviest pumpkin on record weighed more than 2,700 pounds.
What is the tallest sunflower?
The tallest sunflower on record was just over 30 feet tall.
What is the most expensive orchid?
A rare Shenzhen Nongke orchid sold for about $200,000 in 2005.
What is the Adiyogi statue?
The 112-foot Adiyogi statue at Sadhguru's Isha Foundation was recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest bust sculpture in the world.
What is the most expensive Pokémon card?
In 2022, a Pikachu Illustrator card sold for about $5.3 million, setting a Guinness World Record.
Did someone swim the Panama Canal?
In 1928, adventurer Richard Halliburton swam the length of the Panama Canal and paid a toll of 36 cents based on his weight.
Was the Brooklyn Bridge the longest suspension bridge?
The Brooklyn Bridge was the longest suspension bridge in the world when it opened.
How much track did workers lay in one day for the Transcontinental Railroad?
On April 28, 1869, Central Pacific workers laid 10 miles of track in a single day.
What is the longest-burning light bulb?
The Centennial Light, a bulb in a firehouse in Livermore, California, has been burning almost continuously since 1901.
What is the most manufactured human-made object in history?
The transistor is the most manufactured human-made object in history, with an estimated 13 sextillion made by 2018.
How did the Inca keep records without writing?
The Inca kept records using quipu, knotted strings.
What is the smallest park in the world?
Portland's Mill Ends Park, only about two feet across, is recognized by Guinness World Records as the smallest park in the world.
Who invented the CT scanner?
Godfrey Hounsfield invented the CT scanner in 1971 at EMI, the record company that also released the Beatles' music.
Are there digital stethoscopes?
Digital stethoscopes can record heart sounds and use AI to help find problems.