The redwood forests of California are known for their towering trees that can reach heights of over 350 feet. But among these giants, there are some that stand out for a very different reason - they are albino. Albino redwoods, also known as ghost trees, are a rare sight, with only around 400 known to exist in the world. Unlike other trees, albino redwoods are unable to … [Read more...] about The Fascinating Story of the Albino Redwood: Surviving Without Chlorophyll
Awe-Inspiring Astronomy Picture of the Day Showcases the Occultation of Jupiter
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and felt small in comparison to the vastness of the universe? Well, this Astronomy Picture of the Day taken in July of 2013 is sure to make you feel even smaller, but in a good way. In the image, captured by photographer Juerg Alean, we see a waning moon in the foreground with Jupiter and its four largest moons, also known as the … [Read more...] about Awe-Inspiring Astronomy Picture of the Day Showcases the Occultation of Jupiter
Revolutionizing Fish Research with High-Resolution CT Scanning: The scan all fish Project
Advances in technology have revolutionized our ability to study and understand the natural world. One such tool is the CT scanner, which can image radio-dense tissue at resolutions as fine as 5 microns. This technology has now been put to use in a unique project called #scanAllFish, which aims to CT-scan every species of fish and make the data available for free online. The … [Read more...] about Revolutionizing Fish Research with High-Resolution CT Scanning: The scan all fish Project
The Dad Throws Her Doll And Drives Away. When He Looks In The Rearview Mirror My Heart Breaks.
The story in this video has a rather intense message that definitely should be spread. Only by touching people’s hearts can we accomplish real change. This clip does just that. At first, it appears like nothing is going to happen. But when I see the end my eyes tear up right away, and along with that comes some hefty insight. At first, I thought he was picking up his … [Read more...] about The Dad Throws Her Doll And Drives Away. When He Looks In The Rearview Mirror My Heart Breaks.
Wolves’ Built-In Adaptation: Their Insulating Undercoat
As the seasons change and the days get shorter, we humans begin to prepare for colder temperatures by bundling up in jackets and scarves. However, for wolves, adapting to the changing seasons is a bit different. They have their own built-in adaptation: a thick undercoat of fur. A wolf's coat consists of two layers: the long, protective guard hairs that form the visible outer … [Read more...] about Wolves’ Built-In Adaptation: Their Insulating Undercoat