An astronaut aboard the International Space Station had the rare opportunity to capture a breathtaking photograph of Great Britain and Ireland on a clear day. This wide-view image showcases the remarkable diversity of land cover types across the two islands, painting a vivid picture of their contrasting colors and landscapes. The western edge of Ireland is adorned with … [Read more...] about Great Britain and Ireland: A Vibrant Tapestry from Space
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Great Britain and Ireland Show Their Colors
This photograph was taken by an astronaut on the International Space Station during a rare clear day over Ireland and the United Kingdom. The wide angle captures the contrasting colors of the two islands' various land cover types. The western edge of Ireland is bounded by coastal mountains and rough terrain, making the peninsulas appear browner than the more vegetated … [Read more...] about Great Britain and Ireland Show Their Colors
After Thousands of Years, Wild Bison Have Returned to Britain
Three European Bison (Bison bonasus) may be able to reverse the fact that the UK is one of the most environmentally devastated nations in the world. As the first of these creatures to walk freely in the wild in Britain for thousands of years, the three made history this week. As part of The Wilder Blean Project, run by the Kent Wildlife Trust and the Wildwood Trust, these … [Read more...] about After Thousands of Years, Wild Bison Have Returned to Britain