Think about the Hamburger for a moment. It is one of the most famous and recognizable food options. This staple of the US diet takes 25kg of animal feed, 25 square meters of land, and 220l of water, all for four patties. Those are the statistics that help environmental activities push for the idea that … Read more
Stretching almost 120 miles inland from the Atlantic Coast towards East, the Namib Desert is one of the biggest, and also one of the oldest deserts in the world. The Namib has endured arid conditions for more than 60 million years, with some evidence suggesting the desert dates back to 80 million years ago. Completely uninhabited by humans, … Read more
Estrogen is a hormone which is vital to overall human health, and especially important for the reproductive development of women. The amount of estrogen present must remain balanced to sustain a healthy body. Women are especially receptive to its health benefits, those of reproductive age require a much higher concentration of it than men. Phytoestrogens … Read more
Mangroves are a group of trees and shrubs that live in the coastal intertidal zone. Mangrove forest in Loxahatchee, Florida. There are about 80 different species of mangrove trees. All of these trees grow in areas with low-oxygen soil, where slow-moving waters allow fine sediments to accumulate. Mangroves are one of the most important habitats … Read more
For many species the possession of territory is the ultimate goal. With good territory comes plentiful food, access to shelter, attraction to mates and safety to raise offspring – all tremendous strategic advantages in the wild. For a territorial species, their territory is their kingdom. Those that want it will stop at nothing to get … Read more
Victoria Falls is an increasingly popular tourist destination. The falls provide a remarkable view and experience. There are so many unique aspects to the region. A holiday near Victoria Falls delivers a magical experience and it is a perfect destination for people looking for an active holiday. The Falls and their name Mosi-oa-Tunya translate to … Read more
With the arrival of the Green Party at the top of Oslo, one could only assume that the Party will try to do something with the pollution and environment in the city. And not long after, the Party has proposed a plan to make Oslo the first European city with permanent ban for cars in … Read more
If you ever get a chance to visit the Giant Crystal Cave in Mexico, you should do it. And try to get a crystal from it. The cave is the largest natural crystal source in the world. The caves are located underground, nearly 1,000ft under the surface in Mexico. They are extremely hot, one factor … Read more
The volcanic island of Surtsey appeared from the ocean in 1967. Quickly after, it was declared off limits for anyone but few selected scientists. Rather than letting tourists invade the virgin isle, scientists wanted to keep it free from human interference so they could monitor the colonization process of a new land. The rocky island … Read more
Silverback gorillas live high in the mountains in protected parks in Africa. Sometimes they are referred to as mountain gorillas. Adult males are called Silverbacks because of the silver saddle of hair on their backs. For decades, these gorillas have been subject to uncontrolled hunting, disease, habitat loss, and the ravages of human conflict. As … Read more