The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat; it's a present reality with devastating consequences. From record-breaking temperatures in Death Valley to the alarming rise of sea levels, the effects are undeniable. Tragically, the United States has witnessed its first local extinction due to sea level rise: the Key Largo tree cactus ( Pilosocereus millspaughii). This … [Read more...] about Florida Cactus Is First Local Extinction In USA Due To Sea Level Rise
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Stinky Spectacle: Corpse Flower Blooms at San Diego Botanic Garden
Nature's most pungent performance is underway at the San Diego Botanic Garden. A rare and foul-smelling "corpse flower" is in full bloom, attracting curious visitors and pollinating insects alike. The corpse flower, scientifically known as Amorphophallus titanum, is renowned for its pungent odor, often described as a mix of rotting meat and decaying fish. This unpleasant … [Read more...] about Stinky Spectacle: Corpse Flower Blooms at San Diego Botanic Garden