Who would have thought that majestic bison would be sunning themselves on a California beach? Yet, that’s precisely what’s happening on Catalina Island. This idyllic spot, often associated with relaxation and marine life, has become an unlikely sanctuary for a herd of American bison. It all began in 1924 when a film crew brought 14 bison to the island for the movie "The … [Read more...] about Bison Beach Bonanza: Catalina Island’s Unexpected Wild Residents
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Lanzarote: Wine From Fire and Ash – A Land of Unexpected Bounty
In the easternmost corner of the Spanish Canary Islands, bathed in the hot breath of the Sahara Desert and kissed by the currents of northern Africa, lies a land forged in fire - Lanzarote. Volcanic eruptions 15 million years ago birthed this dramatic island, leaving behind a stark landscape of solidified lava flows, volcanic ash fields, and black, wind-sculpted sand. Rainfall … [Read more...] about Lanzarote: Wine From Fire and Ash – A Land of Unexpected Bounty
Woman waves to bear from her car – look at his unexpected response 1 second later
Who said a 280-pound bear can’t have personality? Well, one furry friend currently making the rounds online certainly does. The bear lives in the Olympic Game Farm in Washington, where hundreds of animals live in large areas. Exactly how he ended up at the farm is unclear — he may have been rescued from a zoo and could not be sent back into the wild. But at least, here he is … [Read more...] about Woman waves to bear from her car – look at his unexpected response 1 second later
Pacific castaways’ ‘HELP’ sign sparks US rescue mission – and an unexpected family reunion
A harrowing ordeal turned into a heartwarming family reunion as a US Navy and Coast Guard operation successfully rescued three mariners marooned on a remote Pacific Ocean islet, where they had ingeniously spelled out "HELP" using palm fronds on a white-sand beach. The trio's plight began on March 31, as they embarked on a fishing expedition around the Pikelot Atoll, nestled … [Read more...] about Pacific castaways’ ‘HELP’ sign sparks US rescue mission – and an unexpected family reunion
Busy Bees Become Unexpected Houseguests
So some bees decided to make a hive in between your window and the shutters. You might be surprised to find these buzzing residents setting up shop in your home, but it's not uncommon. Bees are always on the lookout for a warm, sheltered place to build their colony. Those bees decided to make a hive in between the window and the shutters for a reason. This location offers … [Read more...] about Busy Bees Become Unexpected Houseguests