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When Did Our Environmental Problems Begin?

For some scientists, the beginning of the Anthropocene is when human activities started to cause environmental problems. Anthropocene is an informal term for a geological epoch that marks some of the first most essential impacts that humans have had on the Earth's ecosystem.

June 16, 2020 06:35

What Do Cranes Eat?

There are 15 types of cranes in the world and they can live up to 20 years! Apart from living long, having rich vocalization and a large vocabulary, cranes they are also known to eat a wide range of foods. 

June 16, 2020 06:33

The Importance Of Environmental Studies

Global warming, air and water pollution, violent displays of nature in forms of hurricanes, tsunamis, and droughts, and extinction of species - all of these problems threaten our lives every year and every day. That is why science-based evidence that documents the changes human actions have on this planet need to be present in the academic world. 

June 16, 2020 06:29

The World's Most Dangerous Bird: The Cassowary

As cassowaries are regarded as the most dangerous birds in the world, it may come as a surprise that the male cassowary has a reputation for being a wonderful father.

June 11, 2020 17:05

Where Do Mushrooms Grow?

Where mushrooms grow can be dependent on whether they are decomposers of dead organic material, or have a symbiotic relationship with the root system nearby living plants.

June 11, 2020 15:47

10 Animals That Live In Coniferous Forests

A variety of mammals and invertebrates, from wolves and bears to large cats, moose, elk, porcupines, deer, squirrels, birds, insects, and snakes are all known to reside in coniferous forest zones.

June 10, 2020 14:48

What Is A Gall Midge?

These insects are named for their distinct reproductive trait of creating galls on plants.

June 10, 2020 14:15

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