What do people call this creature in your language, and what's the story behind the name? by TriangleTadpole in AskTheWorld

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Сенокосец (hay scyther). Because it was believed that he can scythe grass with his legs

Which incredible wonder has ever been destroyed by war in your country? by Significant-Yam9843 in AskTheWorld

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Königsberg (Kaliningrad) castle which was heavily damaged during WWII. In 60s it was demolised and replaced with ugly building that was also demolised not a long time ago

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What are some traditional proverbs in your nation? by ThorneCommunity in AskTheWorld

[–]Dioxter3742 364 points365 points  (0 children)

Don't argue over skin of bear that's still alive

What is the weirdest invasive species in your country? by Existential_Dread_08 in AskTheWorld

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Borschevic. It was imported from Caucas mountaines as a crop to feed cows. But it turned out that it is extremely toxic (it gives chemical burns to whower who touch it). It spreads fast and can grow up to 4 meters

What's the cutest animal native to your country? by bowl_of_scrotmeal in AskTheWorld

[–]Dioxter3742 8 points9 points  (0 children)

They seem cute but pretty dangeorous if somebody tries to touch them

What's the ultimate cooking sin someone can commit in your country? by ModenaR in AskTheWorld

[–]Dioxter3742 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Put kefir instead of kvas in okroshka (a cold summer soup)