Science & Nature

Animals

Which State Has More Venomous Snakes: Florida Or Arizona?

Regarding venomous snakes in the United States, the states of Arizona and Florida are full of them but Arizona beats Florida in this regard.

Animals

10 of the Fastest Snakes in the World

These ten snakes are some of the fastest in the world, using unique slithering and movement methods to hunt prey and get away from predators.

Natural Disasters

Where Do Most Earthquakes Occur?

Discover the world's three most active earthquake locations: Ring of Fire, Alpide Belt, and the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, and learn about tectonic plate movement.

Natural Disasters

The Deadliest Earthquakes Of The 21st Century

Countless destructive and deadly earthquakes have taken place during the 21st century. The worst of which took place in the Indian Ocean in 2004.

Natural Disasters

Which Countries Have the Least Natural Disasters

The WorldRiskIndex estimates a country's natural disaster risk by using 28 indicators instead of just looking at the chance of a natural hazard event.

Natural Disasters

What Causes Earthquakes?

Exploring the science behind earthquakes: the shifting of tectonic plates, seismic activity, and the factors contributing to earth's powerful tremors.

Natural Disasters

5 Human Activities That Can Cause Earthquakes

Learn how human activities like mining, fracking, water disposal, dam construction, and geothermal energy production trigger seismic events worldwide.

Animals

The World's Largest Birds

Embark on a thrilling expedition into the realm of the world's largest birds, where you'll encounter incredible species like the rhea, turkey, and albatross.

Natural Disasters

What Were The World's Deadliest Earthquakes?

Earthquakes have always been one of the most catastrophic events humans can endure. No matter what period, the threat of massive quakes always remains.

Space

Moons

The moons in our solar system have fascinating stories and a great impact on their parent planets, particularly through the gravitational pull of the tides.

Animals

15 Animals Only Found In The United States

Explore and learn about the 15 most interesting animals that are endemic to the United States, from the Red Wolf to the tiny Bobtail Squid.

Conservation

Are There Copperhead Snakes In The Everglades?

The only region of Florida with native populations of copperheads is the Panhandle. Specifically, they tend to stick to the Apalachicola River Basin.

Nature

10 Most Dangerous Plants in Florida

These 10 plants found in the Sunshine State of Florida are known for their poison and toxicity, making them very dangerous for humans.

Natural Disasters

The Biggest Earthquakes In US History

Learn about the United States' 10 biggest earthquakes, the aftermath, and preventative measures the country enacted as a result.

Nature

8 Most Dangerous Plants In Arizona

Some of these plants produce toxins that can cause severe reactions upon contact or ingestion, while others are capable of inflicting physical injuries.

Natural Disasters

What Countries Have The Least Risk Of Earthquakes?

Discover the 10 countries with the least risk of earthquakes and reasons for their low risk. Learn about other natural disasters that affect the countries.

Animals

How Many Species Of Fish Are There?

There are more species of fish than mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians combined! Read more about the diverse array of aquatic vertebrates.

Animals

The Most Dangerous Animals In The World

Uncover fascinating facts about some of the world's deadliest animals, including their habitats and why their interactions with humans can be lethal.

Nature

7 Most Dangerous Plants in Texas

Before visiting Texas, it is a good idea to get familiar with the state’s plant life. Learn more about seven of the most dangerous plants in Texas.

Space

Meteoroid

When most people hear the word meteoroid, they think of disaster. Explore what meteoroids are, how they form and how risky they actually are to the planet.

Animals

How Many Legs Does A Spider Have?

Whether you find spiders frightening or fascinating, there is so much to learn about these web-weaving creatures. Let's start with their basic morphology

Natural Disasters

Where Do Most Earthquakes Occur In The US?

Learn about US seismic hotspots such as the Pacific Ring of Fire and lesser-known fault lines and learn about the 10 states with the most earthquakes.

Space

Black Holes Might be Defects in Space and Time

This article describes black holes in detail, explaining how they came to be, how we know they exist, and recent discoveries.

Animals

The Fastest Animals In The World

Meet the fastest animals in the world, who wield their remarkable speeds in survival races that impress all who witness them.

Animals

Are Turtles Amphibians?

Turtles resemble both amphibians and reptiles but ultimately, they belong to the latter class. This article explains why.

Natural Disasters

How Are Earthquakes Measured Using The Richter Scale?

Explore the Richter Scale's categories, understand the impacts of micro to great earthquakes, and, learn about the Richter Scale's history and use today.

Animals

Which State Has More Venomous Snakes: Arizona or Georgia?

Arizona and Georgia both have 40+ kinds of snakes and, in particular, a number of venomous snakes. Ultimately, Arizona has more venomous snakes than Georgia.

Animals

What Is Commensalism?

See how commensalism works when one organism benefits and another stays unaffected through captivating natural examples.

Science

How Many New Species Are Discovered Every Year?

Our world is full of unique plants and animals, and scientists are discovering new species each year. How many have they found?

Space

Where Does The Sun Rise And Set?

Learn about the sun's daily path, rising in the east and setting in the west due to the Earth's rotation. Learn how equinoxes and latitude affect it.

Space

How Hot Is The Sun?

The sun holds the solar system together and provides the heat, energy, and illumination necessary to sustain life on Earth. But how hot is the sun?

Animals

Animals That Live Underground

These nine animals are found underground in burrows and even, for ants, in towns. This includes hamsters, burrowing owls, earthworms, and more.

Animals

Where Do Hamsters Live In The Wild?

This article details the top 5 places hamsters are found across the globe and includes where they dwell, their domestic status, and their significance.

Space

How Many Planets Are In The Milky Way?

Marvel at the vastness of the Milky Way, with 100-200 billion planets in its span, our home galaxy is proof of the fantastic scale of our universe.

Space

The Upcoming 2024 Total Eclipse

On April eighth, 2024, a total solar eclipse will occur over the US and Canada after it crosses the Pacific Ocean and Mexico.

Space

The Farthest-Away Pictures of Earth Ever Taken

Farther away photographs of Earth serve as a reminder of how small the world is. Explore the farthest-away pictures of Earth ever taken.

Animals

What Animals Live In The Amazon Rainforest?

The current model shows that the Amazon Rainforest is home to 427 mammal species, 1,300 bird species, 378 species of reptiles, and more than 400 species of amphibians.

Space

Is the Milky Way Galaxy A Different Shape Than We Thought?

New research shows that the flat disk shape scientists believed the Milky Way to look like is wrong. Here is what the new research has to say.

Nature

The Bruce Trail: Exploring and Preserving the Niagara Escarpment

The Bruce trail introduced me to the wilderness of southern Ontario. Read on to explore this majestic corner of Canada's nature.

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