Rainbows are a breathtaking natural phenomenon that has fascinated people for centuries. In theory, every rainbow is a circle, but from the ground, we usually only see its upper half. However, when flying, it is possible to see a full-circle rainbow. The reason why we only see the upper half of a rainbow from the ground is due to the Earth's curvature. When sunlight enters a … [Read more...] about The Wonder of Full-Circle Rainbows: A Rare and Stunning Sight from Above
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Natural Phenomenon Causes Hummingbird Wings to Turn into Tiny Rainbows
In an effort to understand what makes one species functionally eternal, researchers have just matched its DNA to that of its mortal relatives. There is immortality, but you have to be a jellyfish, not a deity or a vampire, to obtain it. Additionally, Turritopsis dohrnii, a species of cnidarian, is the only one known to have discovered the key to eternal life. The DNA of T. … [Read more...] about Natural Phenomenon Causes Hummingbird Wings to Turn into Tiny Rainbows
Hummingbird Wings Turn into Tiny Rainbows Due to a Natural Phenomenon
Christian Spencer, a photographer and artist, was standing on his porch in Rio de Janeiro when he discovered an incredible find. A lovely prism effect developed when the black Jacobin hummingbird soared with the sun striking its open wings. It seemed like its body was formed of rainbows at the time. Spencer documented the bird's movements for a video called The Dance of Time … [Read more...] about Hummingbird Wings Turn into Tiny Rainbows Due to a Natural Phenomenon
As Their Barks Shed, These Exotic Trees Transform Into Rainbows
Eucalyptus trees are most recognized for their aromatic leaves and as the primary source of food for koalas, but did you know they can also be rather colorful? In fact, Eucalyptus deglupta is known as the rainbow eucalyptus because of its vibrant colors. When this amazing tree sheds its bark, it like a colorful pencil being sharpened. This results in an incredible … [Read more...] about As Their Barks Shed, These Exotic Trees Transform Into Rainbows