Nature
What Have Mice Genes Got to do with Humans?
Aside from bonobo and chimpanzee, mice are other animals with close similarities with humans. Mice may not bear humans' resemblance and behavioral characteristics, but they surprisingly make up for these with their genes.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
10 Incredible Fly Facts
You probably don't give a lot of thought to flies. Who knew that the seemingly insignificant fly could be so fascinating? There's something innately fascinating about flies. Maybe it's their aerial acrobatics or the way they seem to buzz around our heads incessantly. Whatever it is, there are some pretty amazing fly facts that are worth learning.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
Where Do You Find Caterpillars
The key to finding a caterpillar is to become familiar with the various types of plants that female butterflies choose to lay their eggs on in your area. Once you've identified certain "host plants," you can look for caterpillars native to your area in the leaves and blooms of those plants.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
Interesting Aphid Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
Did you know that aphids are one of the most common types of insects in the world? There are thousands of different species, and they can be found on every continent except Antarctica. Despite their abundance, there are still some things about aphids that might surprise you.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
Squirrels VS Chipmunk
Squirrels vs chipmunks differences are often difficult to tell. Since they look closely alike, how do you tell them apart? What do they eat? Where can they be found? Can any be kept as a pet? And, of course, does anyone pose danger to you? Let’s take a look.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
Landart and the Sublime
Landart and the Sublime "Gandalf could be seen, glimmering in the gloom; he seemed small, and altogether alone: grey and bent, like a wizened tree before the onset of a storm." This famous scene from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring conjures images of terror and magnificence along with the great strength of a single man confronting the Balrog, a servant of the dark. Tolkien put in words that which we have difficulty understanding while in the moment of experiencing the sublime. As a professor of English language and literature, Tolkien knew what literary theorists had designated as the sublime. It is also likely that Tolkien was equally knowledgeable about the sublime in art. He may have seen John Martin's The Great Day of His Wrath (1851 - 3). This painting, the third in Martin's Judgement Series, depicts St. John The Divine's fantastic account of the Last Judgement given in Revelations. Confronting the Balrog and the great storm of His Wrath are expressions of the sublime. While literary theorists and art historians have leaned toward terror and magnificence, there are others that have looked upon the majesty, wonder, and beauty of our world in awe. Often experiencing a profound mix of emotions and engulfed in the wonder of it all we find ourselves contemplating our place in this vast world and the universe. Land Art is an extension of the sublime depicted in literature and art to an actual experience of the sublime in nature.
By Rebecca A Hyde Gonzales4 years ago in Earth
Places to see India's Tigers
While more has to be done, the number of sanctuaries and parks in India, not just to house the Royal Bengali Tiger but also to house hundreds of flora and animals, is a promising start. It's a terrific site to learn about and appreciate diverse types of animals and plants, but where can you go to view a Bengali tiger?
By Rahau Mihai4 years ago in Earth
What are Black Lava Rocks and what do we need to know about?
What is Black Lava Rock? Black lava rocks are not really classified as gems. They are considered a type of rock or a spherule. They are usually black or greyish, but some are found with a brownish hue. If you look at them carefully, they look like honeycombs. This is due to their porous nature and their quality of holding in water.
By valuedPost 4 years ago in Earth
