The relationship between humans and gorillas dates back to the period of evolution. Other than sharing about 98% of our genetic code, there are other undeniable physical similarities as well. Anaka, a Western Lowland gorilla from the Zoo Atlanta, is one unique creature that would stun your eyes. More than once she has been presumed...
Powerful, touching, heartbreaking. Those are just a few words to describe the grief and sadness captured in a recent photograph. The photo shows orphaned gorilla, Ndakasi, with her lifelong friend and park ranger, Andre Bauma. In the emotional image, Bauma sits with Ndakasi as she takes her final breath. Ndakasi, the ‘Selfie’ Gorilla Ndakasi isn’t...
If you are a wine lover, especially wines from France, then you are going to want to read this. Climate change is affecting vineyards in France (and around the world) and is making grape growing increasingly challenging. French winemakers have begun using solar voltaic panels to protect their crops from harsh weather caused by climate...
When you look at the Amazonian RainForest, all you see is dense jungle. In reality, however, it is full of people. These people include drug dealers, illegal loggers, and at least one survivor of an isolated Amazonian tribe. Under Threat Sadly, these tribes are under significant threat as industrial farming encroaches further and further on...
Apparent UFO sightings are somewhat common, but what about sightings of the ‘biblical’ variety? Well, a Florida resident was pretty astounded to see such biblical scenes depicted in the night sky. It would be prudent to note that this took place 150 miles from where a SpaceX rocket was launched just minutes before. The incident...
I could have sworn they were paper flower crafts and not natural plants. Rose succulents are literally one of the most beautiful succulent species in the world. Botanically referred to as Greenovia dodrentalis, these lovely plants have hard, curved multi-layered petals that give them the appearance of long roses. Rose succulents are rare plants native to the Canary...
The Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas is one of the only places to find real diamonds at their source. The park includes a 37-acre field of a volcanic crater. Visitors come to explore and dig for various uncut rocks and gemstones — and they can keep whatever they find. Over 33,100 diamonds have...
There are approximately 3 trillion trees gracing this planet. That may sound a lot, but keep in mind that over 15 billion trees are chopped down every year. Plus, according to a study in the journal Nature, the worldwide number of trees had fallen by about 46% since the beginning of human civilization. [1] After...
If you’re like me, you cringe when you see people leaving the grocery store with a cart full of items in plastic bags. The problem is that even if these people dutifully dispose of these plastic bags in designated recycling receptacles, only a small percentage of it (up to 20 percent) will be recycled [1]....
Sometimes, we just need a heartwarming, feel-good story to make us feel good. Even if it’s an older story, the essence of why it is such a beautiful story remains! A real tear-jerker – stories about the homeless and less fortunate. This story is no different, and will have you grabbing for the tissues! It...
Ever wonder what happens to old wind turbines when they can no longer function? Well, the Re-Wind Research Project is investigating different ways to dispose of them. For now, they end up in landfills, where they keep piling up. However, Re-Wind is exploring its potential use in engineering and architectural structures. So far, they propose...
Completely immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the beauty that surrounds you by staying in an invisible home. The new concept allows for people to view and appreciate everything around them, without interfering with wildlife. The best part about these is how energy efficient they are! So many positive aspects, what’s not to love? It’s...
