Photo was taken during a routine military expedition in Chukchi Peninsula, Soviet Union. It isn’t sure if the Chukchi Peninsula has more people or white bears. The climate is very severe and sometimes weather can be so fierce in winter that the temperature falls 40 C degrees below zero (-40 Fahrenheit) so that poor white bears and their cubs start starving and … [Read more...] about Feeding Polar Bears From a Tank, 1950
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Apparently We Have To Say This But Do NOT Try And “Body Slam” An Orca
A man has been fined in New Zealand after a video of this "stupid behavior" emerged. Human-wildlife conflict is one of the biggest issues relating to the ability of the world's wildlife and people to coexist. Whether it’s living through a cicadapocalypse, having your crops stolen by hungry elephants, or the impact of war on wildlife, there are basic rules when it comes to … [Read more...] about Apparently We Have To Say This But Do NOT Try And “Body Slam” An Orca
Only certain people can see the horse in this picture – are you one of the special few?
There’s a reason optical illusions are so popular around the world. Let’s face it, who doesn’t like having a play around with perception? Who doesn’t like to be frustratingly mystified when they can’t see something others can with ease? From time to time, we stumble across puzzles that truly leave us stumped, and part of the fun is then sharing it with others to see who … [Read more...] about Only certain people can see the horse in this picture – are you one of the special few?
Dazzling Golden Tortoise Beetles Look Like Tiny Jewels Scurrying Across Leaves
When is a tortoise not a tortoise? When it’s actually a beetle! The golden tortoise beetle, scientifically known as Aspidimorpha sanctaecrucis, is a creature that mesmerizes with its turtle-like shell adorned with a striking golden pattern. This beetle looks like a tiny jewel come to life. As adorable as this beetle is sparkling, its part-golden, part-transparent carapace … [Read more...] about Dazzling Golden Tortoise Beetles Look Like Tiny Jewels Scurrying Across Leaves
Sailfish: Speed Demons of the Sea with Agile Grace
Sailfish, with their sleek, torpedo-shaped bodies, are the undisputed champions of ocean speed. They can propel themselves through the water at an astonishing 70 miles per hour (112 kilometers per hour), leaving other marine animals in their dust. This incredible speed makes them perfectly adapted to their predatory lifestyle. These magnificent fish favor the colder … [Read more...] about Sailfish: Speed Demons of the Sea with Agile Grace