Dogs have been living with us almost since the dawn of humanity. Already in those times, they assumed different roles such as shepherd of the flock, vigilant guardian or companion of men during the hunt. It is prevalent to find police dogs in more modern times, capable of performing such specialized tasks as searching for…
The 6 Most Beautiful National Parks In the World
National parks are places where nature is protected. Every country has its nature reserves that deserve greater protection because wild animals live in them, for example, or because you will find special or unique pieces of nature there. There are hundreds of national parks all over the world. Here are some of the most beautiful…
7 Interesting Things About Earth You Probably Don’t Know
Planet Earth is our home, and the only place where life begins and ends. In the past few centuries, we have learned new things about Earth, things that continue to surprise us. The Earth Is Not Really a Sphere Most people know that the Earth has a spherical shape. Indeed, between the sixth century BC…
8 Facts About the Polar Bear
When talking about one of the most famous animals of the Arctic, we are, of course, talking about the polar bear. These animals have an adorable appearance, but they are also trained hunters who are not afraid to use their teeth and claws. Want to know more about these exceptional animals? Then read on to…
The Rarest Reptiles in the World and Their Amazing Abilities
Natural selection has provided them with exciting qualities that have allowed them to survive. But, of course, its intimidating appearance is still curious for universal taxonomy. Studies have determined the rarest reptiles in the world based on their appearance and what they are capable of doing. Chelonians among the rarest reptiles in the world One…
Surprising Facts About Whale Sharks
What Is the Whale Shark? If sharks are “fish” and whales are mammals, then what is the whale shark? It’s a common question, but despite its “last name,” the whale shark is not related to the cetaceans. Its scientific name is Rhincodon typus, and it belongs to the class of Chondrichthyes, fish whose skeleton is…
Positive Effects of Nature on Children
Most of us spent a lot of time in nature as children, climbing trees, exploring rocks and insects, or just playing games outside with friends. Little did we know that these fun activities built our brains, bodies, and characters for later life. Sadly, today children do not spend as much time as they once did…
The Marine World of Starfish
Who knows the story of the starfish? Well, what I liked is the moral of the story: Everyone can make a difference, even if that difference affects one person only. But today, this article does not focus on the story but rather on the main character of the story: starfish! Starfishes Starfishes are among…
What You Should Know About Tsunamis
In recent years we have often heard about tsunamis in the media, especially after what happened in the Indian Ocean in 2004, and more recently in Japan in 2011, with the tsunami that also caused the accident at the Fukushima nuclear power plant. Generally speaking, we know that tsunamis are caused by sea earthquakes. But…
Learn About Sea Cows
I know you must have surely heard of cows but what about sea cows? Aren’t you curious to learn about something you’ve probably never heard about? If so, then keep reading to learn more! Sea Cows In the days when ships were the primary means of international travel, seamen on long voyages sometimes saw strange…