What Are The Impacts Of Infrastructural Developments On The Environment?
Infrastructure developments often damage and destroy natural habitats.
November 27, 2018 13:19
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Red-Lipped Batfish Facts
The red-lipped batfish is a very unusual fish, found in the Galapagos Islands.
November 26, 2018 17:46
Black Vulture Facts: Animals of North America
The Coragyps atratus, also known as the black vulture, is a bird belonging to the Cathartidae family.
November 26, 2018 17:10
Obsidian Facts: Geology of the World
Obsidian is a naturally occurring amorphous product of fast cooling magma.
November 26, 2018 16:40
What Are the Characteristics of Reptiles?
Reptiles have many unique characteristics.
November 26, 2018 16:17
Countries With Antarctic Research Stations
As per the Antarctic Treaty, 32 countries maintain a presence in Antarctica by way of permanent and/or seasonal research.
November 26, 2018 14:30
The Deepest Fjords in The World
A fjord refers a long, deep, narrow arm, or inlet of the sea or a lake drain. The world's deepest fjord is located in Antarctica.
November 26, 2018 14:04
Why Are The Gray Parrots Vanishing?
The illegal pet trade is leading to the loss of gray parrots in the wild.
November 22, 2018 14:30
What Are The California Water Wars?
The California water wars refer to political disputes over water rights between the city of Los Angeles and Owens Valley.
November 22, 2018 12:48
The Smallest Snake In The World
The Barbados threadsnake (Leptotyphlops carlae) is the world's smallest snake.
November 21, 2018 14:36
How Many Trees Does It Take To Make 1 Ton Of Paper?
It takes about 24 trees to make 1 ton of standard office paper.
November 20, 2018 15:10
What Are The Impacts Of Bottom Trawling On The Environment?
Bottom trawling is a type of fishing that can result in overfishing and disrupts the sea floor.
November 15, 2018 16:50
Which US State Has The Most Wildfires?
California experiences a number of extreme wildfires each year and 2018 was no different.
November 15, 2018 12:18
Why Are Red Pandas Endangered?
Red pandas are highly susceptible to numerous threats in their Himalayan habitat.
November 15, 2018 12:16
What Is A 100-Year Flood?
A 100-year flood is a flooding event which has 1% likelihood of happening in any given year.
November 15, 2018 11:23
How Many Trees Does It Take To Make 1 Roll Of Toilet Paper?
Toilet paper comes at the cost of many trees.
November 14, 2018 16:52
Where is the Juan de Fuca Plate?
The Juan de Fuca Plate sits west of North America.
November 14, 2018 16:19
How Much of the Earth is Water?
Approximately 71% of the earth's surface is covered by water.
November 14, 2018 15:03
Which Mammal Can Rotate Its Head The Farthest?
The tarsier can rotate its head the farthest.
November 14, 2018 14:33
What Is The Origin Of The Yenisei River?
The Yenisei River is one of the three great Siberian rivers that flow into the Arctic Ocean.
November 14, 2018 13:55
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