Very few people think of the zoo as an educational institution, yet that is just what it is. The modern zoological collection is no hit-or-miss assortment of animals gathered together to amaze and amuse the casual observer. Instead, the collection is carefully planned and arranged to bring to the visitor the story of the animal…
How to Organize a Mountain Hike?
When you decide to take your first steps in mountain hiking, following some rules in its organization is essential. All means are allowed to find the necessities, provided that it does not lead you to make bad choices. Here is how to organize a mountain hike. Set Reasonable Limits to Reach the Altitude When it…
The deadliest mammals on the planet
Most of us think that sharks are the most murderous animal on the planet, but they make an average of 10 victims a year; if you ask me, that’s 10 too many, but that’s beside the point. Some of the mammals on this list have a higher body count than sharks, and the latter seems…
Animal Migrations: Learn About the Incredible Journeys of Birds, Fishes and Others (Part 3)
When it comes to the voyages of animals, the term “migration” has a more limited connotation. Animal migration, in its most basic form, is the periodic movement of a species between two sites. And, today we shall learn more about the migration of mammals. The Migrations of Mammals Migration is not common among the…
Does Air Travel Have a Green Future?
Air travel is one of the biggest contributors to environmental damage. In 2020, just before Covid-19, more than four billion passengers had traveled by air; this is the highest number in the last 10 years. Air travel is the least sustainable mode of transportation, contributing to 2.4% of the global carbon footprint. Even though 2.4%…
Animal Migrations: Learn About the Incredible Journeys of Birds, Fishes and Others (Part 2)
Man has always wondered how an animal finds its way from station to station along its route… It is particularly difficult to find out why and how animal migration takes place exactly. Why does an animal depart from the place of its birth and later return? What determines the time of departure, the direction of…
Habitat and Characteristics of The Chinese Alligator
When we think of crocodiles and alligators, the first thing that comes to mind is a giant-sized reptile. However, the Chinese crocodile has broken that tradition and reduced it to almost the same size as the dwarf caiman (a small crocodile in the alligator family). Nevertheless, it is still a ferocious animal that can do…
Habitat and Characteristics of The Red-Eyed Tree Frog
Because of its eyes and beautiful skin color, the red-eyed tree frog is considered one of the most beautiful animals on earth. Want to know more about this species? Read on! The red-eyed frog (Agalychnis callidryas) is a small amphibian that has gained popularity over the years due to its beautiful eyes. This special feature…
Are Electric Cars Greener?
Electric vehicles will be around for a long time. What seemed like a mere dream a decade ago is now the future’s default setting. States and countries have set deadlines by which combustion engine cars that consume fossil fuels and produce pollutants will no longer be sold. As a result, major automakers have decided to…
Heat Waves: Thousands Of Victims.
Despite the serious threat extreme heat presents to our health and economy, people tend to perceive intense heat differently from other climate disasters. Heatwaves don’t get the same attention as a flood or a hurricane, because the damage isn’t as visually obvious. But that’s not to say that heatwaves aren’t causing concern. For example, professional…