The tufted ground squirrel. Just the name conjures a certain charm, an image of a busy little creature scurrying across the forest floor. But this unassuming rodent harbors a secret, a truly remarkable attribute that sets it apart from all other mammals. The tufted ground squirrel is noted for having the largest known tail to body size ratio of any mammal. Yes, you read that … [Read more...] about Tail Tales: The Tufted Ground Squirrel’s Truly Tremendous Tail
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Sea Turtles, Sea Turtles: A Close Encounter of the Giant Kind
Hasan Jasim had the incredible experience many dream of: swimming with sea turtles. As he recounts, the process seemed straightforward enough. Divers would locate these gentle giants and guide the group, ensuring everyone maintained a respectful distance. "We were instructed to give their distance, and that seemed easy enough," Hasan noted. However, the reality of … [Read more...] about Sea Turtles, Sea Turtles: A Close Encounter of the Giant Kind
Photographer Travels 900 Miles To Capture Unusual Orange Snowy Owl
In a world where most viral photos are captured by chance, wildlife photographer Julie Maggert reminds us what true dedication looks like. In early February, she completed a 900-mile journey driven by a single mission: to witness and photograph a once-in-a-lifetime sight—a rare, orange-tinted snowy owl spotted near Lake Huron. Nicknamed “Creamsicle” for her striking, … [Read more...] about Photographer Travels 900 Miles To Capture Unusual Orange Snowy Owl
Woman meets pregnant dog abandoned in the woods, approaches only to make a horrific discovery
When I hear a story that’s both inspiring and tear-jerking, I always feel uplifted and encouraged — and it’s hard for me to stop thinking about it. The story of a little dachshund named Maria is definitely like that, even though it starts off so bleak. Maria was found abandoned and alone. She was pregnant and about to give birth. But when some animal lovers found her, … [Read more...] about Woman meets pregnant dog abandoned in the woods, approaches only to make a horrific discovery
Macquarie Island: The Only Place Where You Can See Earth’s Mantle Actively Exposed Above Sea Level
Far out in the Southern Ocean, between Tasmania and Antarctica, lies a sliver of land unlike any other on Earth—Macquarie Island, where the unimaginable becomes real. Here, you can literally walk on rocks that were once buried 6 kilometers beneath the ocean floor, now exposed above sea level due to a rare and ongoing geological phenomenon. Measuring just 34 kilometers (21 … [Read more...] about Macquarie Island: The Only Place Where You Can See Earth’s Mantle Actively Exposed Above Sea Level