Nature

The prehistoric planet was a dangerous place. During the millennia before human evolution, Earth was home to gigantic beasts. And, while many of them were peaceful herbivores, there were plenty of fierce predators that could, quite literally, swallow you whole. Imagine living in a time when you could encounter a creature so massive it could […]

Gardening has always been full of myths and folklore, but I’ve found that some of these old wives’ tales actually have surprising wisdom behind them. Passed down through generations, these bits of advice might sound a little odd at first, but there’s a reason so many gardeners swear by them. Whether it’s a quirky trick

The shoebilled crane, also known as the shoebill stork, or B-rex, is one of the most peculiar and fascinating birds on our planet. With its massive, shoe-shaped bill and piercing gaze, you can easily picture this bird roaming alongside the dinosaurs. And, when you hear that dinosaurs evolved into birds, one look at B-rex and

The world of fungi is more diverse and mysterious than most people realize. These organisms are not just the mushrooms you might find in your local grocery store; they range from bizarre shapes and colors to incredible behaviors and survival strategies. Some fungi can glow in the dark, while others have evolved to look like

When you think of venomous creatures, you probably think of snakes and maybe spiders. But the real list of the world’s most venomous animals might surprise you. Mother Nature is both wonderful and terrifying, and sometimes, the most innocent or most beautiful creature is actually capable of doing great harm. It’s important to note that

I grew up in Tornado Alley, a section of the US where tornadoes were frequent. Each year from April to September, we’d watch the skies for signs of a coming storm and listen for the sound of the tornado sirens. While I don’t miss the destruction, growing up knowing the unpredictability of Mother Nature left

Ask any child what their favorite dinosaur is, and 9 times out of 10 they’ll say a T-Rex. Thanks to movies, comics, and incredible skeletons, Tyrannosaurus Rex is rightfully crowned King of the Dinosaurs. But what we thought we knew about this fearsome predator is changing fast. New discoveries are shaking up old beliefs and

Thanks to movies like Jaws, Meg, and Sharknado, sharks have a bad rep. But they’re so much more than mindless man-hunting killers. They’re fascinating creatures. And they come in all sizes. These incredible creatures are feared and misunderstood, but they’ve been around for millions of years, and they’re vital to the balance of marine ecosystems.