A species of palm tree is perhaps the only mobile tree on this planet. Socratea Exorrhiza, a tree found in a remote section of Ecuador, is said to be able to walk, just like Ents in The Lord of the Rings. These leafy giants may not be able to wage war on the troops of Isengard, but they do share a few traits with their fictional counterparts, aside from their height. Their … [Read more...] about The Walking Trees of Ecuador: They are Said to Move up to 20 Meters Every Year
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A Labrador Retriever Befriends an Orphaned Elephant and Teaches Him to Play Fetch
Bubbles, an African Elephant, and Bella, a black Labrador, provided us with the opportunity to witness the sweetest animal relationship we've seen in a long time. Their friendship is unrivaled! The two residents (Bella and Bubbles) of Myrtle Beach Safari in South Carolina, have become best friends and are frequently spotted playing fetch in the water. Bubbles is one … [Read more...] about A Labrador Retriever Befriends an Orphaned Elephant and Teaches Him to Play Fetch
The Truth About The Mysterious “Pyramid” Discovered In Antarctica
In the vast realm of internet conspiracy theories, a new sensation has emerged: the discovery of a mysterious pyramid in Antarctica, courtesy of Google Earth. However, before we delve into the depths of this latest theory, let's unravel the truth behind the hype. Brace yourself, for it's not what it seems. Firstly, it's important to clarify that the so-called "pyramid" is, … [Read more...] about The Truth About The Mysterious “Pyramid” Discovered In Antarctica
Incredible Viking Ring Fortress Found in Denmark
We prefer to conceive of Vikings as a fleeting society that sailed the high seas, pillaged communities, and then fled with the loot. Yet new evidence is being unearthed that radically alters this image of the Norse mariners, with fortifications uncovered in Denmark indicating that the Vikings were significantly more than people previously believed. Archaeologists have … [Read more...] about Incredible Viking Ring Fortress Found in Denmark
Do You See Anything – Crypsis
In ecology, crypsis is the ability of an animal or a plant to avoid observation or detection by other animals. It may be a predation strategy or an antipredator adaptation. Methods include camouflage, nocturnality, subterranean lifestyle and mimicry. Crypsis can involve visual, olfactory, or auditory concealment. As an additional note, in addition to crypsis, it is a unique … [Read more...] about Do You See Anything – Crypsis