Every spring, a stunning natural spectacle takes place in southern Manitoba, Canada, as tens of thousands of garter snakes emerge from their communal dens to find their mates. This year, Professor Tracy Langkilde, Head of Biology at Pennsylvania State University, captured an incredible photo of the snakes forming a massive knot during their mating ritual. The dens where … [Read more...] about Tens of Thousands of Garter Snakes Emerge from Hibernation for Rare Mating Ritual in Southern Manitoba, Canada
Crab Fishermen Rescue a Stranded Arctic Fox From a Drifting Iceberg Off Labrador
It's rare for a routine day of crab fishing to turn into a wildlife rescue, but that's exactly what happened to a boat crew off the coast of Labrador, Canada. Crew members Mallory Harrigan, Cliff Russell, and Alan Russell were heading out to check their fishing gear when they spotted something unusual sitting on top of a small, mushroom-shaped iceberg drifting several … [Read more...] about Crab Fishermen Rescue a Stranded Arctic Fox From a Drifting Iceberg Off Labrador
Army veteran decides to take his own life when a tiny black and white kitten changes everything
We’re all aware of the issues service men and women face when they return home from serving. The psychological damage can be unbearable for some veterans and they don’t always get the help they need. Army Sgt. Josh Marino suffered psychological damage from his service in the military. He suffered a brain injury in Iraq and severe post-traumatic stress disorder; so much so … [Read more...] about Army veteran decides to take his own life when a tiny black and white kitten changes everything
Ancient Armadillo the Size of a Car Discovered in Argentina
In recent years, Argentina has become a treasure trove for paleontologists, with a wealth of fossils discovered in the country's vast expanses. One of the latest discoveries made headlines worldwide, as a farmer stumbled upon the shells of four ancient armadillos called Glyptodonts, the size of cars. The largest of the four shells is about the size of a Volkswagen Beetle, … [Read more...] about Ancient Armadillo the Size of a Car Discovered in Argentina
The Unforgettable Fate of Star Jet: A Rollercoaster Lost to the Sea
The destructive power of natural disasters can be awe-inspiring, and the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy in 2012 was no exception. Among the many structures that fell victim to the storm was the Star Jet rollercoaster, a towering steel structure that once stood as an iconic landmark on the Jersey Shore. The Star Jet was a 16-meter-high rollercoaster located at Casino Pier in … [Read more...] about The Unforgettable Fate of Star Jet: A Rollercoaster Lost to the Sea