Category: Wildlife
The Secrets of Skinwalker Ranch
The events of The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch seem impossible, but the area has a crazy history – here’s the true story behind it, explained. The paranormal documentaries, which recently began its second season, follows a team of scientists and experts brought together by wealthy businessman… Continue Reading “The Secrets of Skinwalker Ranch”
Indonesia has 75% of the World’s Volcanoes
The archipelago of Indonesia consists of more than 13,000 islands, spread over an area that is similar in size to that of the continental United States. It is the country with the greatest number and density of active volcanoes. Indonesia represents over 75% of… Continue Reading “Indonesia has 75% of the World’s Volcanoes”
Volvo Ocean Race
In recent years The Ocean Race has made solid steps towards greater inclusion and diversity of participants in the competition. The Ocean Race’s work towards greater inclusion and diversity is not just with respect to the sailors, but across all aspects of the organization… Continue Reading “Volvo Ocean Race”
SALMON TROUT idolized as a Trophy Game Fish
Commonly known as the steel-head trout, coastal rainbow trout, silver trout, salmon trout, iron-head, or steely this salmon has historically been idolized as a trophy game fish. This species consists of a two runs, a winter and a summer. They differ from other salmon… Continue Reading “SALMON TROUT idolized as a Trophy Game Fish”
Pacific Salmon Run
Also known as a silver, coho are the second least abundant (following Chinook) salmon. While they are one of the most commercially sought after species they make up only 7-10% of the commercial salmon fishery. They spend 1-2 years in freshwater, and prefer near… Continue Reading “Pacific Salmon Run”
Amazing Telepathic Abilities of Animals and Plants
Can animals and plants communicate with us through telepathy? You may have heard that some humans can communicate using telepathy. But did you know that telepathy is not exclusive to humans? In fact, all life forms in this world, including animals and plants, are… Continue Reading “Amazing Telepathic Abilities of Animals and Plants”
Scientists found Fossilized Remains of 340-Pound Giant Penguin in New Zealand
There are 17 to 19 species of penguins living today, most in the Southern Hemisphere. Also found in New Zealand and parts of Zealandia, are other flightless birds – like an ancestor to New Zealand’s beloved Kiwi and a giant “elephant bird” that also… Continue Reading “Scientists found Fossilized Remains of 340-Pound Giant Penguin in New Zealand”
Sockeye & Pink Salmon
Sockeye salmon, also known as the red fish, red, or blue-black, are the most important commercial species. Sockeye have long gill rakes as they primary feed on plankton when in the ocean. They have the greatest life history diversity and can spend anywhere from… Continue Reading “Sockeye & Pink Salmon”
How to Plant Lemongrass to Repel Mosquitoes
Let’s be real – everyone loves summer and the hot weather, but no one enjoys the bugs that come along with it. I hate mosquitoes. I mean, I know I am delicious, but that’s besides the point. Their bites itch, and some species even leave… Continue Reading “How to Plant Lemongrass to Repel Mosquitoes”
Plants that attract Dragonflies for Mosquito Control
It always amazes me the way nature takes care of things in her own time, and her own way. If people only stopped taking control and started listening to her, we’d see the beauty of these interactions take place. Utilizing plants that attract dragonflies… Continue Reading “Plants that attract Dragonflies for Mosquito Control”
The Ocean Race to collect data about the Global Environment
The forthcoming edition of The Ocean Race, which sets sail from Alicante, Spain, on the 15th January, is set to feature the most ambitious and comprehensive science program created by a sporting event. The round-the-world sailing race will measure microplastic pollution, gather information about… Continue Reading “The Ocean Race to collect data about the Global Environment”
Oceanic White Tip Shark population in Decline
Oceanic white-tip sharks are large, pelagic sharks found in tropical and subtropical oceans throughout the world. They live offshore in deep water, but spend most of their time in the upper part of the water column near the surface. Oceanic white tip sharks are… Continue Reading “Oceanic White Tip Shark population in Decline”
Sweden suffering from Wild Boar Invasion
Several decades after their re-introduction, Sweden’s wild boar population has exploded from hundreds to hundreds of thousands, becoming the single largest reason for domestic hunting dog injuries, as well as a bane for the nations crop farmers. In recent years, Sweden’s wild boar population… Continue Reading “Sweden suffering from Wild Boar Invasion”
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