These seven North American Gulches and Canyons are absolutely breathtaking examples of the beauty of the geology of the earth. Such beauty exists throughout the world, to be certain, of course. No one area has a monopoly on the gifts of Nature. Wherever such beauty is found in the world, however, it must be protected […]
Wallace’s Giant Bee
Wallace’s Giant Bee Facts Most notably, entomologists believed the aptly named Wallace’s Giant Bee to be extinct, until several living individuals were seen in 1981. In addition to being considered extremely rare, this insect also ranks as the largest known living species of bee found anywhere in the world. Sadly, to the best of our […]
Oilbird
Oilbird Facts Often known to residents of the region it inhabits as the guácharo, the amazing Oilbird represents a most unusual variety of avian. Firstly, this small but nonetheless impressive animal typically nests in caves, and most commonly in large colonies. Second, it actually flies and feeds exclusively at night. Its primary food consists of […]
Earth’s Extremely Threatened Flowers
Among the many hundreds of thousands of species in the world, Earth’s Extremely Threatened Flowers continue to hold a very special place in our hearts. Flowers rank among the most beautiful of Nature’s creations, yet many also remain extremely fragile, and now face numerous threats. Herein, we present to you a small collection of some […]
Jackfruit Tree
Jackfruit Tree Facts Firstly, the astonishing Jackfruit Tree constitutes the species of tree that produces the largest known tree-borne fruit on earth. Furthermore, although now extensively cultivated in parts of the world, it evolved as native to a highly restricted habit range. In addition to the many uses for its enormous fruit, the wood of […]
Irrawaddy Dolphin
Irrawaddy Dolphin Facts The truly fabulous, and also highly distinctive looking, Irrawaddy Dolphin, has an extremely disjointed population concentration. Sir Richard Owen first identified this fascinating mammal in 1866, yet it was believed to be a member of another species. Due to an extreme similarity in physical appearance, the two species were not recognized as […]
Madagascar’s Astounding Inhabitants
Madagascar’s Astounding Inhabitants continue to surprise and amaze us all with the tenacity and sheer variety of life in this rather amazing location. Furthermore, many of the different and incredible species found here exist endemically nowhere else on the planet. We sincerely hope you enjoy the information you find herein, and that it engenders an […]
Socotra
Socotra Facts First of all, the astonishing Socotra remains one of the most truly astounding locations found anywhere in the entire world. Also, geographically, this amazing island, which is the largest of four in the archipelago bearing the same name, is extremely isolated. Furthermore, it has often been referred to by many people, both verbally […]
Rainbow Grasshopper
Rainbow Grasshopper Facts Firstly, though known by several names, that of Rainbow Grasshopper most accurately describes the beautiful Dactylotum bicolor. Secondly, fortunately for those who appreciate its loveliness, this beautiful invertebrate possesses a large endemic habitat range. Therefore, given that it also exists in sufficient numbers, the IUCN does not currently list it on the […]
5 Completely Unique Volcanoes
Here, we present to you our choice of 5 Completely Unique Volcanoes. That is saying a lot, given the sheer number of volcanoes in the world. These marvels of geology have fascinated…and often terrified…mankind throughout the ages. Yet, like anything else, not all formed exactly like the others. A few stand out from the others […]
