Animal Cannibalism: Animals that Eat their Own Species
Cannibalism is often the topic of horror movies and something that humans recoil in disgust at. But that’s only because it’s not a normal trait…
How Plant Biomimicry Inspires Technological Marvels & Innovations
Nature is amazing and provides us with pretty much everything we need. This statement can be backed up by the fact that there are many…
Botanical Stinkers: Foul-Smelling Plants
When you think about plants and flowers, you tend to imagine a beautiful, bright-smelling bouquet. But that’s not always the case. Did you know that…
Milk-Like Nourishment in Non-Mammalian Species
When we think of animals feeding their young, we often imagine mammals. The females in this group of animals are equipped with mammary glands that…
Meet the Pollinators: Common Bee Species in North America
Bees are among some of the most abundant insect species in the world, with more than 20,000 species globally. We have several thousand here in…
Earth’s Toughest Extremophiles: Extreme-Loving Organisms
Most living things have very specific requirements when it comes to their environment. Take humans, for example; we need oxygen, water, nourishment, and many other…
Benefits of Composting for Your Backyard Ecosystem
Having a thriving ecosystem in your backyard is important for many reasons. It’ll ensure your plants and crops grow well, encourage important wildlife to visit…
Tree-Dwelling Frogs & Their Adaptations
While the common perception of frogs often conjures images of semi-aquatic creatures living near pond edges and other bodies of water, there exists an exception…
Squid’s Hidden World: Adaptations, Reproduction & Species
The ocean is brimming with life and packed with amazing creatures. Squid are among some of the most fascinating, and there are more than 300…
Arctic Birds: Masters of Survival (Species & Adaptations)
If there’s one area on the planet that fascinates me more than any other, it’s the Arctic. Here, the unique ecosystem is made up of…