Autumn is a very beautiful season. The weather gets cooler, and the trees' leaves change color. This season is a time to enjoy nature and the holidays. Have you ever wondered why the leaves change color? The...

When the aging dandelion curls up, transferring its remaining essence into seeds, does it know why? It is dying, but unlike most flowers, it does not simply wilt or wither, alone and forgotten. It does...

The Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve is located in a trans-Mexican volcanic belt of pine-oak forests between the border of Michoacan and the State of Mexico. It is a sanctuary where millions of monarch...

Gray rat snake: These snakes are non-venomous. They help manage the rodent population by consuming small mice, rats, voles, etc. They lay from 5 to 27 eggs in one clutch. They live from 10 to 15 years...

Bats are amazing mammals. They fly and are really cute. Though often associated with Halloween, these animals are very important.   Bats are Good for the Environment.  Bats help the environment...

Monarch butterflies are some of the most fascinating and recognizable insects around thanks to their bright orange and black wings and their incredible migratory journey. These butterflies go through an...

A devastating natural disaster struck the tiny Central American nation of Honduras in September 1974, leaving a lasting impression on both its people and its country. With rare ferocity, Hurricane Fifi—a...

Link to image Elephants, the gentle giants of the savannah and the forests, have captivated human imagination for centuries. Their imposing size, remarkable intelligence, and complex social structures...

Portland has recently made headlines with its pioneering initiative to ban gas-powered leaf blowers starting in 2026. This progressive move aims to forge a path towards a more sustainable and peaceful...

Climate change, driven by human activities, has emerged as one of the most pressing challenges of our time. The consequences of climate change are vast and multifaceted, affecting ecosystems, economies,...

Marine heat waves occur when temperatures are warmer than 90% of the previous observations for a given time of year. These heat waves normally last days but can prolonged for weeks or sometimes months....

Link to image I grew up intertwined within the roots of the Fir trees that litter the ground of this state. They harbored my juvenile body, naive, and innocent, with safety.  As though they were...