Are there unicorns

In the s, German scientist and inventor Otto von Guericke created a fake unicorn skeleton with bones locals found in a cave. And a sketch based on the model was even included in a book on natural history written in the s. Whether the original fake was created out of fun or the creator thought he was building a real unicorn is unknown.

Many people claim to have seen unicorns in person. In , Austrian naturalist Antal Festetics said he viewed a unicorn while horseback riding in the Harz Mountains, though he offered no proof of the encounter.

And in , the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto shared footage of a unicorn sighting, which was later deemed a hoax. In the footage, the unicorn's gait looks a bit wooden as it travels along, unlike the flowing gait of a horse. It is possible to manipulate the horn buds of cattle and goats—and probably other horned animals, as well—so they twist together to create the look of a unicorn.

Similarly, the Prato unicorn , a deer with a single horn in the center of its head, was spotted in Italy in While rare, these things do happen, perhaps giving rise to the myth of the unicorn. One animal does come by its single horn honestly.

The narwhal—or Monodon monoceros , which means "single-toothed whale"—has what appears to be a longhorn projecting from its forehead. In reality, this tooth protrudes through a gap in its upper lip.

So it's not really a horn, and it's not entirely clear to scientists what this tusk is for. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data. Select personalised content. Create a personalised content profile. Measure ad performance. Select basic ads. To find out more, read our Cookies Policy. Ask a parent or guardian to help you if you're stuck! Okay, accept cookies I don't want cookies Settings.

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They are very cool! We encourage you to embark on your own Wonder Journey, too, to learn more about unicorns! You can find lots of info at your library and online! Thanks for sharing your thoughts about unicorns, Tenaya! We hope you share this Wonder with your sister! We hope she liked the Wonder, too! Thanks for sharing your thoughts! We're just representing the findings of the scientific community.

I am 12 and I don't believe that unicorns are fake in my mind there real I seen them on a movie b4 and there so pretty me and my sister say there a mix of a horse and icicle. We appreciate you sharing your opinion, Sididney! Don't cry! Know one knows for sure, but there is no evidence as of now that unicorns exist! We're glad you had fun exploring this Wonder!

No one really knows for sure. Everyone has their own opinions. Thanks for sharing yours! Hi, Leilani! Thanks for the feedback. We're glad you're having fun exploring Wonderopolis! We appreciate you sharing your opinion about unicorns, Wonder Friend! Many Wonder Friends agree with you! Sorry, I really dont want this to sound mean and im sorry if it offends you but unicorns ARE real!

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Good question, Joy! No one really knows for sure! Scientists belived the unicorn was only an animal mentioned in legends, but a recent discovery in an Italian wildlife preserve has scientists also considering a new possibility! What do you think? Welcome back, Wonder Friend! Thanks for sharing your opinion about this Wonder question! Visit again soon! Hello, Wonder Friend! We appreciate you leaving a comment!

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We appreciate your comment and that you shared your opinion. Thanks for stopping by Wonderopolis! First of all, I am very sorry to say this, but pixies and fairies don't have any actual documented proof. The only proof that could have been real was the Cottingley Fairies hoax. Later the pictures were discovered as fake. Fairies only exist in mythology. If you have any proof of the pixie that visits you, you should submit it to some place that will consider the possibility that it is real.

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We encourage you to keep researching about unicorns at your library and online! Thanks for joining the conversation, samantha! We're not sure about that, but encourage you to keep researching about it. We do know that there is a creature that lives forever! Hi, Savanna! We're glad this Wonder connected with what you're learning in school. We hope you learned something new about unicorns! Thanks for your comment, nicholas! We enjoy hearing our Wonder Friends' opinions about unicorns!

Happy Christmas to you, too! Your right, unicorns aren't real, but it's still somewhat interesting to know how the story was made up, and what they looked like in the eyes of Greek gods. They are very neat, Bob! Check out this related Wonder - What Is a Narwhal? Unicorns and magic aren't real, but it's very intresting to find out about unicorns and things that have to do with imagination.

Unicorn aren't and were never real EVER!!!! The first seen "unicorn" must have been a donkey with a headache!!! We agree, Christine! We're glad to hear you enjoy reading! Thanks for your comment, philip! We appreciate you sharing your opinion about unicorns. Now that's fun to learn and find out!

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We know you'll find one you like better! That's definitely a possibility, brooke! Check out What Is a Narwhal? Thanks for sharing those interesting facts! We encourage you to keep researching unicorns at your library and online to learn more! Thanks for sharing that interesting fact, Joy! We're so glad you learned something new while visiting! Great job reading the Wonder so closely, Ella! We can tell you're really thinking about the Wonder! That sounds very cool, Sarah! We can tell you love unicorns and know a lot about them.

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They're very interesting to learn about! Thanks for sharing your opinion, jam! We appreciate hearing from our Wonder Friends! We're glad you joined the conversation, Zoey! We're not sure what you mean when you ask which one, Zoey. At first we thought we'd name our unicorn Mr.

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Why or why not? Make a pros and cons list of at least five things that you would and would not like about having a unicorn for a pet. Would it make a difference if the unicorn was the size of a deer instead of a horse? How about if its horn was only one foot long? Have fun imagining what it would be like to own a real-life unicorn! While you've got your imagination hat on, fire up your brain cells to help you create a story about an encounter with a magical unicorn.

Where did you meet it? What magical powers did it possess? How did it change your life? Where is it now? Have fun writing a magical short story that you can share with your friends and family members! Up for a challenge? Break out your crafting skills and create a unicorn marionette! You'll find most of the supplies around your home and a few items can be purchased at your local craft store or favorite department store. Have fun! Did you get it? Test your knowledge.

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How strange! Kate Jan 21, Carly Feb 25, Jan 17, CaRmEn Dec 20, I am praying that unicorns are real. And i really hope you can answer my question.

Jan 15, Olivia Marten Dec 11, I like mythical creatures but can u make a wonder about If you really go to heaven when you die. Dec 16, Dec 11, Qweencutiepie Dec 5, Hewo, Wonderopoils can you make an article about Heven? Dec 9, Qweencutiepie Dec 3, Dec 10, Hi Qweencutiepie! Zoey Dec 3, Wonder, how long did the unicorn became a being or thing do you know. We don't know, Zoey. Sounds like a good topic for a Wonder Journey!

Zoey Nov 19, Hey wonder how are you, I am wondering how many unicorn species are there do you know. Nov 19, I believe that unicorns are real so much and I am pretty much a unicorn my self. Zoey Nov 12, Hi wonder this month is my birthday month and I am having a birthday party and my theme is unicorn , do unicorn have party and if they do there party unicorn theme. Shiloh Nov 13, Happy birthday I love unicorns so much I had a unicorn themed birthday party to.

Nov 12, Hey, Zoey! Happy Birthday Month!!!! We don't know if unicorns have unicorn-themed parties or not. Olivia Marten Nov 1, If u are here and want a friend reply to this comment. I think unicorns are not really real but I still love them, so does my BFF. Brynleigh Kastler Nov 6, Nov 4, You're a great Wonder Friend, Olivia! Zoey Oct 30, What is your favorite type of unicorn wonder i hope you have a good day.

Nov 5, Thanks for stopping by, Zoey! Roy moss Oct 7, Oct 15, Zoey Oct 4, Do you believe in unicorns, cause i do i need help to relive my stress how is your day. Hi Zoey! Hi wonders Sep 13, Sep 16, We think unicorns are pretty special, too.

Adelaide and marissa Sep 13, Another quistion we have is in those pics were the unicorns real? Hi ladies! What do YOU think? Abigail May 16, Really, it is up to you if you believe than your answer is yes if not no. But, you also have to take in account that they have unicorn toys and those are real.

May 16, Thanks for sharing such a considerate perspective, Abigail! May 13, That's great, Lilyana! Make sure you share this Wonder with her! Royelle May 13, Is it true that unicorns poop rain bows and sprinkles and you can eat it? Zoe May 3, I LOVE unicorns! I draw them all the time and I believe they are real no matter what other people say even Wonderopolis. But I believe unicorns are real!

May 3, I love to wonder. Apr 11, Kathleen cooksey Apr 30, Apr 5, That's a great theory, unicornlover23! Lyric Mar 15, We think all our Wonder Friends are awesome, paiten! Jeff Feb 19, Asher Rivord Jan 16, Tallulah Jan 2, I have a unicorn book but I have always believed and always will.

How do unicorns hide for humans. Jan 3, We're not sure how unicorns hide from humans, Tallulah. Unicorn Dec 17, Are unicorns real wait Aren't they are just pretty rhinos, Right? Emma Jan 9, Dec 17, Mar 14, TBH I know that unicorns are not real but I like to be sill sometimes! Unicorn fan Dec 4, I got sad when I read that unicorns are not real.

Dec 27, Emilia Nov 17, Dec 5, Calleigh Nov 13, Vickyrules Oct 16, Oct 22, Zoey Oct 12, I love unicorns and I am trying to prove that they are real no matter what.

Oct 18, Good luck on your Wonder Journey, Zoey! I Think unicorns are real because I see them In my dreams. Sep 10, Thanks for sharing your thoughts, unicorncupcakes!

Unicorngirl May 29, Space unicorns soaring through the stars delivering rainbows all around the world. Jun 4, Jul 12, Sariyah May 14, I am doing a school project on Unicorns and I would like to know if this is good research for it. May 21, Aracely May 10, May 14, Meg May 1, Evalyn Oct 4, May 7, Niamh May 1, Cool article, But do unicorns really exist? May 8, Hi, Niamh!

The third paragraph of this Wonder should help answer your question: "If this sounds like the beginning of a fairy tale , you're absolutely right! Alexa Cornejo Apr 3, Mar 9, I am a fan of unicorns I really love them and I wish it was real love Perla.

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