We hope that you enjoy this article on 8 Geological Wonders of North America. Every part of our world holds an abundance of such beauty, and this area is no exception to that. These come in a incredible variety of types, all wondrous to behold. Of course, these represent only the smallest fraction of the […]
Dawn Redwood
Dawn Redwood Facts Perhaps most notably, the magnificent Dawn Redwood forms one of only three known varieties of redwood trees known to man. However, the majority of botanists had believed the fabulous species to be extinct. This erroneous belief held sway until the rediscovery of the species in 1944. Furthermore, this wonderful conifer also remains […]
Fried Egg Jellyfish
Fried Egg Jellyfish Facts Most notably, several different species of jellyfish, in various parts of the world, go by the common name of Fried Egg Jellyfish. The species referred to in this article, however, bears the cumbersome scientific name of the Cotylorhiza tuberculata. But, the amazing creature also possesses yet another common name. That holds […]
4 Fabulous Snakes of Asia
We sincerely hope that you enjoy this article about 4 Fabulous Snakes of Asia. This part of the world has a rich and diverse collection of species, including snakes. Herein, we have assembled information about 4 species in particular, for your edification. Naturally, these represents only the smallest fraction of the many hundreds of species […]
McMurdo Dry Valleys
McMurdo Dry Valleys Facts First of all, the region collectively known as the McMurdo Dry Valleys easily ranks as one of the most extreme deserts known to man. This remains especially remarkable given one particular fact. That holds true because the incredible feature formed in a section of the continent of Antarctica. However, even in […]
Green Orchid Bee
Green Orchid Bee Facts Most notably, the dazzling Green Orchid Bee distinguishes itself from related species in a manner that has nothing to do with its appearance. That’s because, as it evolved, this marvelous insect developed a case of mutualism with neotropical orchids. Furthermore, in its case, both the insect and the flower benefit from […]
7 Lesser-Known South American Mammals
We sincerely hope that you enjoy this article about 7 Lesser-Known South American Mammals. Obviously, these represent only a portion of the vast array of mammal species native to the region. Many of these those of us not native to the region remain unaware of. But we hope these few whet your appetite to know […]
Inaccessible Island Rail
Inaccessible Island Rail Facts First of all, the marvelous Inaccessible Island Rail truly earns its common name. That’s because its habitat consists of the island bearing the same name. Furthermore, the nature of the location of the island, and therefore the animal, literally makes it nearly inaccessible. Yet that fact, fascinating as it is, does […]
Sapphire Tower
Sapphire Tower Facts First of all, the stunningly beautiful Sapphire Tower conceals a secret that might surprise you. That’s because this fabulous plant actually ranks as a member of the bromeliad Family. In total, 3,475 species of plants share membership in this group. Therefore, it actually bears a genetic relationship with, among other plants, the […]
Long-Finned Pilot Whale
Long-Finned Pilot Whale Facts First of all, the descriptive common name Long-Finned Pilot Whale remains rather deceptive. That holds true due to the fact that this marvelous mammal isn’t actually a whale. In fact, the remarkable creature actually represents one of the thirty known species of dolphins inhabiting the oceans of our world. Bearing the […]
