The South Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher, a beautiful and critically endangered bird, has been a mystery to scientists for over a century. First described in 1894, this tiny kingfisher vanished from sight soon after, leaving only a handful of museum specimens and fragmented records. For over 100 years, the South Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher remained shrouded in secrecy. Due to … [Read more...] about The Elusive South Philippine Dwarf Kingfisher: A Rare Glimpse
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The Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher: A Stunning Avian Jewel of Red, Yellow, and Glowing Bluish-Black
The Oriental dwarf kingfisher (Ceyx erithaca) is a mesmerizing bird that captivates birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts with its vibrant colors and graceful presence. This small kingfisher species, measuring an average of 13 cm (5.1 in) in length, showcases a striking combination of red and yellow hues, with glowing bluish-black upperparts that add a touch of elegance to its … [Read more...] about The Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher: A Stunning Avian Jewel of Red, Yellow, and Glowing Bluish-Black
The World’s Biggest Flowers Are So Massive That They Dwarf People
One of the most diverse groups of life on Earth are flowering plants, and those with the largest flowers are the best examples of how far evolution has progressed. Here are five of the largest flowers in the world, ranging from the three-foot-diameter "corpse flower" to a type of magnolia with a flower larger than a grown man's hand. Corpse Flower (Rafflesia … [Read more...] about The World’s Biggest Flowers Are So Massive That They Dwarf People
A Stray ‘Dwarf’ Kitten with a Permanent Frown Charms Everyone She Meets
“She has been sassy from day one.” When a litter of stray kittens arrived at Tennessee's Carroll County Humane Society, shelter personnel noticed something unusual about the "runt" of the litter. Fortunately, they knew exactly who to call for assistance: foster volunteer Michelle Roberts. Roberts had fostered a number of special-needs kittens and cats, but she never … [Read more...] about A Stray ‘Dwarf’ Kitten with a Permanent Frown Charms Everyone She Meets