nature

50 Incredible Examples Of Macro Photography In Action

In these fifty macro photographs, insects become menacing monsters and snowflakes can be viewed in all their natural beauty.

By Kiri Picone • Nov 29, 2014

50 Incredible Examples Of Macro Photography In Action

In these fifty macro photographs, insects become menacing monsters and snowflakes can be viewed in all their natural beauty.

By Kiri Picone • November 29, 2014

15 Endangered Animals You Should Know About

At the first congress of UNESCO in 1948, multiple governments, international organizations and national nature conservation groups agreed to form the International Union for the Protection of Nature or IUCN, which would later shed light on the dangers of sprawl, over-fishing and deforestation. Though subsequent changes in human habits were...

By Susan Sims • Nov 24, 2014

15 Endangered Animals You Should Know About

At the first congress of UNESCO in 1948, multiple governments, international organizations and national nature conservation groups agreed to form the International Union for the Protection of Nature or IUCN, which would later shed light on the dangers of sprawl, over-fishing and deforestation. Though subsequent changes in human habits were...

By Susan Sims • November 24, 2014

The Effects Of A Lightning Strike On The Human Body

The effects of a lightning strike on the human body are often debilitating, if not fatal. Here's why.

By Kiri Picone • Nov 9, 2014

The Effects Of A Lightning Strike On The Human Body

The effects of a lightning strike on the human body are often debilitating, if not fatal. Here's why.

By Kiri Picone • November 9, 2014

Baby Hummingbirds Grow Up So Fast

Like honeybees and bumblebees, hummingbirds are an integral part of the pollination process. They’re also the tiniest birds in the world, with many species weighing in at less than a penny. Hummingbirds are native to the Americas, and can be found in Alaska, Chile, and everywhere in between. The Anna’s...

By All That's Interesting • Nov 5, 2014

Baby Hummingbirds Grow Up So Fast

Like honeybees and bumblebees, hummingbirds are an integral part of the pollination process. They’re also the tiniest birds in the world, with many species weighing in at less than a penny. Hummingbirds are native to the Americas, and can be found in Alaska, Chile, and everywhere in between. The Anna’s...

By All That's Interesting • November 5, 2014

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Lemurs

Lemurs are small prosimians, or primitive primates, best known for their huge, adorable-bordering-on-creepy eyes. They’re native only to the island of Madagascar and the neighboring Comoro Islands, and the word “lemur” comes from lemures, a Latin word that means “spirits of the night.” While lemurs are related to modern primates,...

By All That's Interesting • Oct 29, 2014

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Lemurs

Lemurs are small prosimians, or primitive primates, best known for their huge, adorable-bordering-on-creepy eyes. They’re native only to the island of Madagascar and the neighboring Comoro Islands, and the word “lemur” comes from lemures, a Latin word that means “spirits of the night.” While lemurs are related to modern primates,...

By All That's Interesting • October 29, 2014

How Starling Murmuration Research Could Save A Species

Starlings form flocks that twist through the sky and create beautiful patterns known as starling murmurations.

By Kiri Picone • Oct 25, 2014

How Starling Murmuration Research Could Save A Species

Starlings form flocks that twist through the sky and create beautiful patterns known as starling murmurations.

By Kiri Picone • October 25, 2014

Hummingbirds Pack A Colorful Punch

In spite of their size, hummingbirds are incredibly aggressive. Unfortunately, no amount of defense can keep them immune from the effects of climate change.

By Erin Kelly • Oct 8, 2014

Hummingbirds Pack A Colorful Punch

In spite of their size, hummingbirds are incredibly aggressive. Unfortunately, no amount of defense can keep them immune from the effects of climate change.

By Erin Kelly • October 8, 2014

6 Amazingly Beautiful Gardens Around The World

The world’s earliest gardens were planted to reap medicinal benefits and celebrate the gods. Over time, the purpose of gardens has expanded dramatically, with people growing gardens for a number of functional and not-so-functional reasons. Take a trip with us as we explore six mesmerizing gardens around the world, landing...

By Kiri Picone • Oct 3, 2014

6 Amazingly Beautiful Gardens Around The World

The world’s earliest gardens were planted to reap medicinal benefits and celebrate the gods. Over time, the purpose of gardens has expanded dramatically, with people growing gardens for a number of functional and not-so-functional reasons. Take a trip with us as we explore six mesmerizing gardens around the world, landing...

By Kiri Picone • October 3, 2014

The Tumultuous Efforts To Preserve The World’s Disappearing Tiger Population

The world lost 97 percent of its wild tigers in the past century as aggressive poaching continue to contribute to dwindling populations of this big cat.

By Kiri Picone • Sep 24, 2014

The Tumultuous Efforts To Preserve The World’s Disappearing Tiger Population

The world lost 97 percent of its wild tigers in the past century as aggressive poaching continue to contribute to dwindling populations of this big cat.

By Kiri Picone • September 24, 2014

30 Colorful Fall Photos To Get You Excited For The Changing Of Seasons

These beautiful fall photos will remind you of all the things you love about autumn: Pumpkin Spice Lattes and cozy nights spent with friends and family.

By Kiri Picone • Sep 16, 2014

30 Colorful Fall Photos To Get You Excited For The Changing Of Seasons

These beautiful fall photos will remind you of all the things you love about autumn: Pumpkin Spice Lattes and cozy nights spent with friends and family.

By Kiri Picone • September 16, 2014