Dave's Data
Facts Du Jour
100

Every September, Dave heads into the Colorado wilderness with his two sons to pursue this large North American animal using a bow and arrow.

What is an Elk?

100

In Switzerland, it is legally required to provide a companion for this type of common pet because they are highly social.

What is a guinea pig?

200

Dave's oldest son, Carson, plays this sport at Lawrence University in Wisconsin, following in his father's footsteps, as Dave also played this sport in college.

HINT: Wilt Chamberlain still holds the record for the most points scored in a single game (from 1962).

What is basketball?

200

What is the loudest animal on Earth, capable of producing sounds that can travel hundreds of miles?

What is a blue whale?

300

When it's time to unwind, Dave's favorite adult beverage is this style of craft beer, known for its bold hop bitterness, piney and citrus flavors, and origins on the American Pacific Coast.


What is a West Coast IPA?

300

This animated series is the longest-running scripted prime-time TV show in U.S. television history.

What is the Simpsons?

400

When Dave wants to turn up the volume, this legendary heavy metal band, known for hits like "Enter Sandman" and "Master of Puppets," is his all-time favorite.

Who is Metallica?

400

This animal has fingerprints so similar to human fingerprints that they have occasionally confused crime scene investigators.

What are Koalas?

Fun Fact: Fingerprints evolved independently from primates in convergent evolution. Their fingers have the same loops, ridges, and arches as human hands. 

500

Dave enjoys fishing for this large freshwater predator, often found in deep, cold mountain lakes, using a technique called vertical jigging.

What is a lake trout?

500

This aquatic creature is famous for its ability to regenerate limbs, spinal cord, eyes, and parts of its brain perfectly.

What is an axolotl?

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