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An African elephant walks along a road in South Africa's Kruger National Park.

African Elephant Facts: Animals of Africa

Known best for their iconic tusks and trunks, these highly intelligent and social animals are under severe threat today.

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A depiction of a Black-Footed ferret killing a Prairie Dog within its own burrow.

Black-Footed Ferret Facts: Animals of North America

Also referred to as a "Polecat", the black-footed ferret is an endangered member of the Weasel family.

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Hkakabo Razi, Myanmar's highest mountain.

Highest Mountains In Myanmar (Burma)

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A Cape Buffalo in the Kruger National Park of South Africa.

Cape Buffalo Facts: Animals of Africa

Despite their large size and often aggressive behavior, these bovines are unique for practicing a form of democracy.

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Isthmus of Panama: Bridge Between The Pacific And Caribbean Worlds

Also known as the Istmo de Darien, the isthmus contains the nation of Panama and its people, one of the world's most important canals, and all manner of wildlife.

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The North Cuillin ridge from Portree, the largest town in Skye, an island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland.

The Hebrides Islands Of Scotland

A unique subset of Scottish culture and wildlife have developed over the ages in the U.K.'s Inner and Outer Hebrides.

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CO2 from fossil fuel consumption is the best known source of greenhouse gas, though certainly not the only one.

List Of Greenhouse Gases

While natural water vapor has the greatest impact on the greenhouse effect, carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide are the most notable man-made contributors.

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The spectacular view of Lake Superior and its sand dunes.

The Biggest Lakes in Ontario

Sixteen lakes in Ontario have an area greater than 150 square miles, of which Lake Superior is the largest with a surface area of 31,700 sq miles.

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The white winter coat of the Arctic Fox allows it to easily blend in to the snow-covered landscapes that surround it.

Arctic Fox Facts: Animals of the Arctic

These omnivorous hunters and scavengers use different colored furs during winter and summer in order to blend in with their changing environments.

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Lush greenery along the Tha Chin River in Nakhon Pathom,Thailand.

Longest Rivers In Thailand

Thailand has 6 rivers of more than 400 miles each that are wholly within its own borders alone.

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Cascades of Orbaneja del Castillo along the Ebro River in northern Spain.

Longest Rivers In Spain

The Tagus, shared with Portugal, is the longest river on the Iberian Peninsula, while the Ebro is the longest wholly within Spain.

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Middleham Falls empties into Emerald Pool in Morne Trois Pitons National Park.

Morne Trois Pitons National Park, Dominica

Morne Trois Pitons is home to tropical rainforests, volcanoes, geothermal hot springs, and varied flora and fauna.

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A coal-fired power station spews carbon dioxide-laden smoke into the air.

Greenhouse Gases With The Highest Emissions Volumes

While carbon dioxide is emitted in the highest volume, methane and nitrous oxide are more potent in their relative warming potentials.

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Idoukal-n-Taghès, the highest point in Niger, rises in the distance.

Highest Mountains In Niger

Rising to an elevation of 6,634 feet in the Air Mountains, Idoukal-n-Taghès, or Bagzane, is Niger's tallest peak.

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Oil-rich states and countries with low levels of economic development are among those using alternative and nuclear energy the least.

Which Country Uses the Least Alternative Energy?

This is a list of the lowest percentages of alternative energy use by country.

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How Do Icebergs Form?

Ice shelves and glaciers often have large chunks break off and make it out so sea as icebergs.

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White storks at the El Kouf National Park

The National Parks Of Libya

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Carpathian Mountain landscapes in the Czech Republic.

Ecological Regions Of The Czech Republic

The Czech Republic experiences significant variations in seasonal temperatures across its territory, and a large portion of its nature areas are protected.

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