Pewter is a metal alloy made from around 85% tin, and the remainder being antimony, about 1% copper and 4 or more percent lead. It is commonly used for photo frames, vases and decorative mugs. Plates, bowls and cups were all made from pewter before glass and porcelain became more common.
People of ancient cultures used to get lead poisoning partly from eating from pewter plates, and partly from using a lead compound to sweeten their wine.
A phalarope is a small wading bird with a thin beak and legs, often with a mix of gray, brown, and lighter tones. It lives along the coasts and on inland lakes and wetlands, especially near shallow water. Phalaropes swim and feed in the water, sometimes stirring up tiny creatures near the surface. They're known for their habit of swimming in a tight circle as they search for food.
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Scientific name: Phascogale tapoatafa
A brush tailed Phascogale is a small, carnivorous Australian marsupial animal. It has a bushy tail and looks a bit like a tiny possum.
It hunts at night, using its sharp teeth and claws to catch insects and small animals. It sleeps during the day.
Scientific name: subfamily: phasianinae
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Phoebe is a type of small bird with a dark head and back and a lighter belly, often with a slightly forked tail. Phoebes often catch their food in midair and are known for making nests on ledges or under bridges.
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