Fin whale meat is back on the menu in Japan. The resumption of commercial whaling by Japan in June 2019 stirred global controversy, and now, the nation’s latest move has once again ignited furor among conservationists. Japan has announced its decision to include fin whales, the second-largest animal on Earth, to its list of commercial whaling species within its exclusive … [Read more...] about Japan To Start Hunting Fin Whales, The Second-Largest Animal On Earth
The Walking Trees of Ecuador: They are Said to Move up to 20 Meters Every Year
A species of palm tree is perhaps the only mobile tree on this planet. Socratea Exorrhiza, a tree found in a remote section of Ecuador, is said to be able to walk, just like Ents in The Lord of the Rings. These leafy giants may not be able to wage war on the troops of Isengard, but they do share a few traits with their fictional counterparts, aside from their height. Their … [Read more...] about The Walking Trees of Ecuador: They are Said to Move up to 20 Meters Every Year
Venezuela Just Became First Country To Lose All Its Glaciers In Modern Times
In a sobering milestone in the battle against climate change, Venezuela has emerged as the unfortunate pioneer, witnessing the complete disappearance of its glaciers. Once home to six majestic glaciers spanning a vast area of 1,000 square kilometers, the South American nation now grapples with the loss of these icy giants, marking a poignant moment in environmental … [Read more...] about Venezuela Just Became First Country To Lose All Its Glaciers In Modern Times
Hawk Doesn’t Get Why This ‘Duck’ Isn’t Afraid of Him
In the vast expanse of the animal kingdom, encounters between predator and prey often unfold with a predictable script. However, the natural order of things can sometimes take an unexpected turn, leaving both observers and participants bewildered. Such is the case of a hawk’s perplexing encounter with what it believed to be an ordinary duck. The drama unfolded when a … [Read more...] about Hawk Doesn’t Get Why This ‘Duck’ Isn’t Afraid of Him
If you spot this insect in your yard, you had better know what it is
If the rise of social media has given birth to one thing positive, it’s that people can now share information at an unprecedented pace. This also means that warnings over potential dangers can make their way around within a very short amount of time, making us all – in theory at least – a little safer. A few years ago, one such warning was issued by a … [Read more...] about If you spot this insect in your yard, you had better know what it is