Optical illusions have been captivating and confounding people for centuries, and the power of these illusions to manipulate our perception of reality is truly remarkable. The photo in question is yet another example of how optical illusions can completely mess with our minds. At first glance, the photo appears to be a picture of the Earth from space, with its swirling blue … [Read more...] about When Optical Illusions Play Tricks on Your Mind: The Earth and Cityscape Illusion
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Video Of Strawberry Under A Microscope Is Here To Ruin Your Day
The video of the strawberry under the microscope may not be the most pleasant thing to watch, but it is a reminder of the small organisms that inhabit our world. It is easy to forget that there is a whole universe of creatures that exist beyond what we can see with our naked eye. It is also a reminder that not all bugs are harmful to our health or the food we eat. In fact, … [Read more...] about Video Of Strawberry Under A Microscope Is Here To Ruin Your Day
Disgusting Picture of Fly’s Head Infected with Parasitic Fungus will Fuel Your Nightmares
No, that isn't a leaked image from the upcoming sequel to "The Last of Us." That's a real close-up of what was left of a fly's head after it was infected with the Cordyceps fungus. As a macro photographer in Singapore, Faiz Bustamente often has bugs in focus. Recently, he captured this picture of a fly with empty eye sockets, and a mysterious substance growing out of it. The … [Read more...] about Disgusting Picture of Fly’s Head Infected with Parasitic Fungus will Fuel Your Nightmares
Don’t Trust Your Eyes, This Leaf Is Actually a Butterfly
Evolution has taught us that animals can come up with extraordinary ways to defend themselves. From warning colors to mimicry, the animal kingdom has it all. However, there's one creature that takes the art of self-protection to a whole new level. Meet the Kallima inachus, commonly known as the Dead Leaf Butterfly. This butterfly resides in the tropical forests of India … [Read more...] about Don’t Trust Your Eyes, This Leaf Is Actually a Butterfly
You Can Name A Cockroach After Your Ex And Have It Fed To A Zoo Animal On Valentine’s Day
We'll assume you've recently had your heart broken if you plan to spend Valentine's Day crying into a glass of red wine and watching Bridget Jones' Diary while eating ice cream straight from the tub. Even if that isn't your current plan, we've all had a bad ex at some point in our lives. This writer moved halfway around the world for a guy who couldn't even be bothered to … [Read more...] about You Can Name A Cockroach After Your Ex And Have It Fed To A Zoo Animal On Valentine’s Day