The animal is believed to represent not only a new species of rodent but also the first mammal family to be discovered in 30 years. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/05/0516_050516_new_rodent.html. Includes picture: http://www.ens-newswire.com/ens/may2005/2005-05-12-05.asp.
Causes and Remedies. The chief cause of anterior nosebleeds is dry air. A dry climate or heated indoor air irritates and dries out nasal membranes, causing crusts that may itch and then bleed when scratched or picked. Common colds also can irritate the lining of the nose, with bleeding following repeated nose-blowing.
Nosebleeds can be caused by, or made more likely by: 1  Trauma or accident, such as being punched in the face. 2  Damage to the inside of the nose, from nose picking or a cold. 3  Nose blowing too hard.  Dry conditions causing dry and cracked skin in the 1  nose. Blood clotting disorders.  Overuse of decongestants.