No, Pigeons Aren't Stupid. Here's Why Their Nests Look So Horrible
Pigeons don't have a stellar reputation, particularly when it comes to their nests, but there may be a method to their madness.
Read MorePigeons don't have a stellar reputation, particularly when it comes to their nests, but there may be a method to their madness.
Read MoreAs Earth's ever-present celestial companion, the moon exerts a constant influence on our planet, and its disappearance would be a massive shock to all life.
Read MoreAnimals are finely adapted to their native habitats, but when they are introduced to other ecosystems, they can become destructive invaders and agents of chaos.
Read MoreThere are many lesser-known facts about Ohio, and one of the more unfortunate is a rare animal species that went extinct without almost anyone noticing.
Read MoreIf you want to know what the temperature in a region is like, then calculating an average is more helpful than looking at the temperature on a single day.
Read MoreDeath is inevitable for almost all organisms, but avoiding a sticky end is easier for some that happen to be insanely hard to kill.
Read MoreMaple trees may not look especially complicated, but the way in which they reproduce is actually rather specific. Here's a quick look at the details.
Read MoreYou've probably seen plenty of stick caterpillars crawling around on plants, but they actually have some pretty interesting features that help them survive.
Read MoreOne of the most infamous cautionary tales of humanity's follies, the reasons behind the extinction of the dodo are even more depressing than you may realize.
Read MoreChameleons are very unique creatures, known for how they can change colors. But that ability isn't the only interesting adaptation they've acquired.
Read MoreRed pandas are famously fluffy, but there's more to them than just their vibrantly colored fur. They've actually adapted quite well to their lifestyle.
Read MoreThe Sun's activity typically peaks at solar maximum, but there's an even more dangerous stage it could enter, and with potentially dire consequences.
Read MoreCoral reefs are known for being vibrantly beautiful, colorful ecosystems, and it turns out they also play host to a diverse set of marine life.
Read MoreIf you're caught in a thunderstorm while driving and worried about a lightning strike, your car can keep you safe, and for reasons that may surprise you.
Read MoreVolcanoes are powerful and might even seem terrifying, though for good reason.. The destruction some of them have caused in the last century can't be ignored.
Read MoreAquatic ecosystems are made up of the plants and animals that live in a body of water, but not all of these aquatic locations are exactly the same.
Read MoreA number of amazing creatures have fooled us into thinking they went extinct either millions of years ago or in modern times, only to be rediscovered.
Read MoreThe world used to have far more than the current three species of elephants, and researchers have theories why these seven prehistoric species went extinct.
Read MoreForests are lush, complex ecosystems filled with many organisms interacting with each other. Fortunately, those relationships aren't too hard to understand.
Read MoreChickadees are adorably tiny birds but it may be difficult to distinguish the males from the females. But that's not to say it's impossible.
Read MoreIf you've seen maps mith a bunch of wavy lines, you'e probably seen a contour map. Here's all the information you can take from those contour intervals.
Read MoreLife is tenacious and the universe is vast, so some are confident that extraterrestrial life is hiding out there. These worlds are the top contenders.
Read MoreEvolution has produced a steady stream of now-extinct terrifying creatures, but if they were around today, some could destroy the Earth as we know it.
Read MoreThe United States is filled with animals that attack people, and you might think Florida is the state with the most animal attacks. But, you'd be wrong.
Read MoreThe Philippines is a beautiful nation filled with unique plant species. Unfortunately, quite a few of those species are in danger of going extinct.
Read MoreIt turns out bees are responsible for a lot more than just making honey. In fact, if bees were to disappear, it could lead to some catastrophic outcomes.
Read MoreIt's hard to deny that flowers are beautiful pieces of the natural world, but they also do serve a function for many plants. Here's how they work.
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