I am incredibly happy to have participated in a second Antarctic Expedition with one of the most incredible people I know – Sir Robert Swan, OBE. In fact, Rob is the first person in history to walk to both the North and South Poles, he is a man of endless inspiration for environmental preservation and leadership, wonderful friend, […]Read More
Sensational Spiders Around the World
We hope that you enjoy this article on Sensational Spiders around the World. Arachnids such as these have held the fascination of mankind throughout the ages. For some they represents objects of intense interest, yet for others they form the stuff of nightmares. But, in the end, they are simply products of evolution, as are […]
9 Bewildering African Plants
We sincerely hope that you enjoy this article regarding 9 Bewildering African Plants. Each has an amazing story behind it, and earns its spot on this list. However, and quite naturally, the qualities that qualify them vary, in some cases significantly. But this is how it should be, to give you a brief glimpse, however […]
7 Amazing Australian Species
We sincerely hope that you enjoy this article about 7 Amazing Australian Species. Naturally, every part of the world has its share of incredible forms of life. However, Australia sometimes just seems to have been gifted with more than its share of them. Whether they walk, crawl, hop, climb, fly, or swim, they are all […]
5 Practically Perfect Penguins
We hope that you enjoy this article about 5 Practically Perfect Penguins. These unique avians never cease to amaze those who read of or encounter them. Yet there are many kinds of penguins in the world. In fact, the current total of recognized species stands at seventeen. These come in a wide variety of sizes […]
4 Fantastically Fascinating Fungi
These 4 Fantastically Fascinating Fungi may cause many to reevaluate their opinions of this often overlooked form of life. Fungi often have an undeserved image in the minds of many, as feeders on death. It is true that most function as the principal decomposers in their particular ecosystem. But, this is an often overlooked, and […]
Native North American Mammals
Herein we present to you our collection of articles on Native North American Mammals. At latest count, 5,416 known species of mammals exist throughout the world. They inhabit virtually every corner of the globe, both on land and in the water. Of these, estimates place the number existing in North America at 432. What we […]
5 Fabulous Deer Varieties
Herein we present to you our listing of 5 Fabulous Deer Varieties. At the moment, experts recognize 43 separate species of this amazing animal. They inhabit every continent except Antarctica and Australia. In addition, many species have been introduced into regions outside of their native range, often intentionally. But wherever man encounters them, the various […]
Earth’s Geothermal Marvels
We hope that you enjoy this article on Earth’s Geothermal Marvels. These are some of the most incredible sites and locations in the world. The internal forces which drive our world often create locations of wondrous beauty. Although sometimes dangerous, their beauty cannot be denied and should be appreciated. Herein we present to you a […]
6 Incredible Asian Islands
Herein, we have for you our list of 6 Incredible Asian Islands. We sincerely hope that you enjoy reading it as much as we did writing it. An estimated 100,000+ islands dot the earth. The 155 largest have a combined total land area roughly equal to that of Europe. Yet they come in all varieties […]
5 Spellbinding Scorpions
Here we present to you 5 Spellbinding Scorpions. Few forms of life on this planet attract as much interest as arachnids, which includes scorpions, not just spiders. For some, these are the stuff of nightmares, while for others they are a source of endless wonder. Love or hate these 5 Spellbinding Scorpions, or their kin, […]