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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

The World’s Weirdest Natural Places

Take a tour of Earth's weirdest natural places, from the roof of the world to the cave of crystals to the home of the dragon's blood tree.

By All That's Interesting • Sep 12, 2014

The World’s Weirdest Natural Places

Take a tour of Earth's weirdest natural places, from the roof of the world to the cave of crystals to the home of the dragon's blood tree.

By All That's Interesting • September 12, 2014

Animal Camouflage: When Survival Meets Beauty

Animal camouflage is about more than aesthetics: it's natural selection's way of saying that to survive in this world, you must blend in.

By Erin Kelly • Sep 4, 2014

Animal Camouflage: When Survival Meets Beauty

Animal camouflage is about more than aesthetics: it's natural selection's way of saying that to survive in this world, you must blend in.

By Erin Kelly • September 4, 2014

33 Photos That Will Take You Inside The Serene Beauty Of The Montréal Botanical Garden

With its 20 themed gardens and towering plant sculptures, many consider the Montréal Botanical Garden one of the world's most impressive collections of greenery.

By Kiri Picone • Aug 27, 2014

33 Photos That Will Take You Inside The Serene Beauty Of The Montréal Botanical Garden

With its 20 themed gardens and towering plant sculptures, many consider the Montréal Botanical Garden one of the world's most impressive collections of greenery.

By Kiri Picone • August 27, 2014

Sarah Martinet Captures True Beauty In These Aerial Photographs of Iceland

French photographer Sarah Martinet dazzles with these breathtaking aerial photographs of Iceland, which offer a unique perspective on a beautiful country.

By Kiri Picone • Aug 23, 2014

Sarah Martinet Captures True Beauty In These Aerial Photographs of Iceland

French photographer Sarah Martinet dazzles with these breathtaking aerial photographs of Iceland, which offer a unique perspective on a beautiful country.

By Kiri Picone • August 23, 2014

21 Super Amazing Shots From Last Night’s Supermoon

Missed last night's supermoon? Don't worry, we've got you covered.

By Savannah Cox • Aug 11, 2014

21 Super Amazing Shots From Last Night’s Supermoon

Missed last night's supermoon? Don't worry, we've got you covered.

By Savannah Cox • August 11, 2014

What We Love This Week, Volume LXXVII

Scenic Self-Portraits To Make You Feel Wonderfully Small It’s easy to misunderstand our size and importance in the scope of the universe. Current natural events suggest that yes, people do have a knack for altering–and perhaps irrevocably so–our climate and ecosystems. And when you look at just how vast these...

By Savannah Cox • Aug 8, 2014

What We Love This Week, Volume LXXVII

Scenic Self-Portraits To Make You Feel Wonderfully Small It’s easy to misunderstand our size and importance in the scope of the universe. Current natural events suggest that yes, people do have a knack for altering–and perhaps irrevocably so–our climate and ecosystems. And when you look at just how vast these...

By Savannah Cox • August 8, 2014