Did you know that over 60 million years ago, penguins evolved from airborne birds into aquatic ones that swam and primarily fished for food? While giant penguins no longer roam the Earth as they did up until 25 million years ago, they continue to hold a top spot in many of our hearts. They’re just …
Animals
Ever wondered why your dog gives you that curious sniff and stare? It’s because dogs have an extraordinary sense of smell. While we might catch a whiff of our morning coffee or a blooming flower, dogs can detect a whole world of scents invisible to us. Fun fact: Dogs’ noses are up to 100,000 times …
Humans have a tendency to gravitate towards cute animals; we just can’t help it. According to National Geographic, our swooning over most animals is nature’s way of ensuring we are compassionate and caring towards the little (or big…) guys and, by extension, other animals. It’s just part of our inherent nature to love adorable creatures …
Growing up, I thought fish were all pretty standard—goldfish in a bowl, maybe the occasional trout on a fishing trip, or, if you were lucky, spotting a shark at the aquarium. But then I learned about some of the most bizarre fish out there, and it’s safe to say my view of the underwater world …
Narwhals, often called “unicorns of the sea,” have captured the imagination of people for centuries. With their long, spiraled tusks piercing through the icy Arctic waters, it’s no wonder these creatures are surrounded by so many myths and legends. Are they magical? Do they use their tusks like swords? The stories are as wild as …
Nature is gifting us many rare occurrences this year—after the total eclipse came the Cicadas. If you’re in an emergence hotspot, you’ve likely heard the omnipresent roar of chirping. Cicadas are well-known for their tendency to vanish completely for several years and then make a strong comeback at a specific time, and 2024 is that …
Extinction can be a hard reality to confront. It’s one thing to learn about animals like the woolly mammoth or the dodo, which vanished long before we were around, but it’s another when you realize that species have been going extinct during your own lifetime. I didn’t quite grasp how real the threat was until …
Nature, in all its glory, is a gold mine of peculiar and fascinating phenomena. From animals with superpowers to plants with mind-boggling abilities, the natural world is a surefire source of curiosity and amazement. While we might think we know a lot about Mother Earth, endless secrets and oddities are still waiting to be discovered. …
Did you know that the deadliest animal on Earth isn’t a frightening predator with razor-sharp teeth or venomous fangs? It’s the tiny, seemingly innocent mosquito, that’s responsible for over a million deaths annually. The world’s most dangerous creatures aren’t always the ones we expect, and their fatal impact on human lives is often clouded with …
Snakes aren’t exactly most people’s first choice for house guests. While they do help control bothersome rodents, finding one balled up in your yard can be a heart-stopping experience. Believe it or not, your landscaping choices might be accidentally rolling out the welcome mat for these slippery visitors. We’ve compiled 14 common landscaping blunders that …
