Mapped: Africa’s Population Density Patterns Africa, the world’s second largest continent, spans over 30 million km2, home to the not only world’s biggest desert but also the second-largest tropical rainforest, and of course, approximately 1.4 billion people. In this infographic, we map out the continent’s population density patterns. It’s a prime example of how … [Read more...] about Mapped: Africa’s Population Density Patterns
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Cracking the Code: Scientists Finally Solve the Mystery of Puzzling Fairy Circles in Namib Desert
The Namib Desert, with its vast expanse of grasslands, is home to a puzzling phenomenon that has perplexed scientists for years—the enigmatic fairy circles. These circular patches of barren land surrounded by vegetation have sparked intense debates and numerous theories, but the mystery surrounding them has finally been unraveled. Scattered across the extraordinary landscape … [Read more...] about Cracking the Code: Scientists Finally Solve the Mystery of Puzzling Fairy Circles in Namib Desert
Elephants Call Each Other By Names, New Study Says – The First Non-Humans Found to Do So
In a groundbreaking revelation, a recent study conducted by researchers from Colorado State University and other institutions suggests that elephants possess a sophisticated form of communication — they call each other by names. This newfound ability sets elephants apart as the first non-humans known to employ specific vocal sounds to identify and address their social partners … [Read more...] about Elephants Call Each Other By Names, New Study Says – The First Non-Humans Found to Do So
A New Ocean Is Forming in Africa Along a 35-Mile Crack That Opened Up in Ethiopia in 2005
Africa is currently in the throes of a breathtaking geological transformation that promises to reshape the continent and give rise to a new ocean. This extraordinary process is occurring in Ethiopia’s Afar region, where a colossal crack in the Earth’s crust, known as the East African Rift, is progressively widening and deepening, revealing the molten magma beneath. The … [Read more...] about A New Ocean Is Forming in Africa Along a 35-Mile Crack That Opened Up in Ethiopia in 2005
Africa Unveiled: Beyond the Mercator Projection
Have you ever stopped to ponder the true size of Africa? The reality may surprise you. In the vast landscape of global maps, Africa often appears smaller than its actual magnitude. The deceptive portrayal of Africa’s size can be traced back to the prevalent use of the “Mercator Projection,” a cartographic technique introduced by Gerardus Mercator in 1569. Designer Kai Krause … [Read more...] about Africa Unveiled: Beyond the Mercator Projection