Articles for category: Climate & Environment, Ecology

10 Fascinating Facts About Volcanoes and Earth's Fiery Core

10 Fascinating Facts About Volcanoes and Earth’s Fiery Core

Jan Otte

You might think you understand what lies beneath your feet, but the reality is far more dramatic and mesmerizing than most imagine. Earth is a restless planet. Deep down, beneath mountains and oceans, there’s a churning inferno that’s been simmering for billions of years. The world we walk on every day is powered by an ...

Wolverine

Wolverines in the Wild: Tracking One of Canada’s Most Elusive Carnivores

Maria Faith Saligumba

In the vast, frozen wilderness of Canada, a shadow moves almost unseen—a creature so tough and tenacious that it has inspired legends among trappers, scientists, and Indigenous communities alike. The wolverine, with its fierce reputation and ghost-like presence, has long fascinated those lucky enough to catch even a fleeting glimpse. Imagine hiking through a silent, ...

A Monument Built on Broken Treaties: The Legal Battle for the Black Hills

A Monument Built on Broken Treaties: The Legal Battle for the Black Hills

Annette Uy

The story of the Black Hills is one of breathtaking beauty shadowed by profound loss and betrayal. Imagine towering granite spires piercing the sky, ancient forests whispering in the wind, and sacred lands that have shaped a people’s identity for generations. Now, imagine those same lands taken, treaties shattered, and a legal fight raging for ...

Capture of a vast desert landscape with prominent saguaro cacti under clear skies.

Why Cacti Get Legal Protection in Arizona (And Can’t Be Moved Without Permission)

Trizzy Orozco

Imagine standing under the blinding sun of the Sonoran Desert, surrounded by towering, ancient sentinels with spiny arms stretched toward the sky. These aren’t just plants—they’re survivors, icons, and the beating heart of Arizona’s wild landscapes. Yet, in a world where bulldozers carve new roads and demand for exotic landscaping rises, these resilient cacti face ...

Giant Ocean Currents Control Earth's Climate: A Global Connection

Giant Ocean Currents Control Earth’s Climate: A Global Connection

Jan Otte

You probably see the ocean and think of waves crashing on a beach, right? Maybe you picture a calm blue horizon stretching endlessly. It’s hard to imagine something so vast and quiet could be doing the heavy lifting when it comes to keeping our planet livable. Yet beneath that surface, massive rivers of water are ...

Could It Trigger a Mass Extinction?

Yellowstone’s Supervolcano: What Would Happen If It Erupted?

Trizzy Orozco

Imagine waking up one morning to news that the ground beneath Yellowstone National Park—a place famous for its geysers, wildlife, and stunning beauty—has started to tremble in ways never seen before. The sky darkens, people thousands of miles away feel a strange vibration, and scientists around the world hold their breath. This isn’t a movie ...

The Mima Mounds: Are These Natural Hills or Ancient Burial Sites?

The Mima Mounds: Are These Natural Hills or Ancient Burial Sites?

Trizzy Orozco

Few landscapes stir up as much mystery and wonder as the Mima Mounds. Imagine walking through a wide, grassy plain, only to find yourself surrounded by thousands of perfectly spaced, dome-shaped hills. These peculiar formations have puzzled travelers, scientists, and storytellers for generations. Are these gentle hills the work of nature’s unseen hand, or do ...

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How Urbanization is Reshaping Wildlife Habitats

Jan Otte

Urbanization is a sweeping trend that has transformed landscapes worldwide, driven by the migration of people from rural to urban areas. This phenomenon has given rise to sprawling cities, characterized by the expansion of concrete jungles, and altered environments. While urbanization offers numerous benefits, it also poses significant challenges, not least of which is its ...