nature

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

No, You’re Not On Drugs: Colombia’s River Of Five Colors Is Real

Head deep into the Colombian wilderness to find Caño Cristales, also known as the River of Five Colors, a national technicolor treasure.

By Erin Kelly • Aug 6, 2014

No, You’re Not On Drugs: Colombia’s River Of Five Colors Is Real

Head deep into the Colombian wilderness to find Caño Cristales, also known as the River of Five Colors, a national technicolor treasure.

By Erin Kelly • August 6, 2014

The Lifecycle Of A Queen (Bumble) Bee

We recognize them by their signature yellow-black stripes and for being invaluable to our ecosystem. These queen bumblebee facts will only add to that.

By Savannah Cox • Aug 5, 2014

The Lifecycle Of A Queen (Bumble) Bee

We recognize them by their signature yellow-black stripes and for being invaluable to our ecosystem. These queen bumblebee facts will only add to that.

By Savannah Cox • August 5, 2014

5 Animals With Superpowers Way Cooler Than X-Men

Real animals with superpowers are way more exciting than fictional superheroes. Prepare to be amazed.

By All That's Interesting • Aug 3, 2014

5 Animals With Superpowers Way Cooler Than X-Men

Real animals with superpowers are way more exciting than fictional superheroes. Prepare to be amazed.

By All That's Interesting • August 3, 2014

30 Eerily Beautiful Photos Of Abandoned Iceland

The frigid island is typically associated with enchantment and natural splendor; these photos of abandoned Iceland present a slightly more sinister view.

By Erin Kelly • Jul 28, 2014

30 Eerily Beautiful Photos Of Abandoned Iceland

The frigid island is typically associated with enchantment and natural splendor; these photos of abandoned Iceland present a slightly more sinister view.

By Erin Kelly • July 28, 2014