Seahorse Facts - Animals of the Ocean
There are 54 different types of seahorse species, named for their resemblance to a horse.
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Environment
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Why Are Bees Going Extinct?
Beekeepers have been noticing the rapid decline in their bee populations since at least the year 2006.
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What Is A Meromictic Lake?
Meromictic lakes are lakes whose layers of water do not intermix unlike the majority of freshwater lakes.
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The Largest Lakes in Alberta
Four lakes in Alberta, Canada have an area greater than 400 square km: Lake Athabasca, Bistcho Lake, Lake Claire, and Lesser Slave Lake.
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The Biggest Lakes in Ontario
Sixteen lakes in Ontario have an area greater than 150 square miles, of which Lake Superior is the largest with a surface area of 31,700 sq miles.
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5 Marsupials Who Aren't Kangaroos
A marsupial is an animal who carries its young in a pouch. Although the most well-known marsupial is the kangaroo, they are not the only example.
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What is Radioactivity?
Radioactivity is also known as radioactive decay and refers to the process by which an unstable atom loses energy.
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What Are Oligotrophic, Mesotrophic, And Eutrophic Lakes?
The trophic state of a lake is determined by the amount of biologically useful nutrients dissolved in the waters of the lake.
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Where Is The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System Located?
Located within the Caribbean Sea, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef or the Mayan Reef is a species rich habitat in need of urgent protection.
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Is It Possible to Drown In the Dead Sea?
A common urban legend states that drowning in the Dead Sea is impossible due to its high saline content. This is, however, simply not the case.
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The Largest Uninhabited Island in the World
Devon Island in Canada, known for its "Mars-like-habitat" is the largest uninhabited island in the world.
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What Is the Energy Source For Most Living Things?
Although the organisms on the earth who require energy are diverse, they truly all rely on one big source: the sun.
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How Does Recycling Help the Environment?
Recycling benefits our natural environment in a number of ways.
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Countries Who Rely on Desalination
Desalination is a means of transitioning non-potable salt water into potable fresh water.
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How Many Types Of Camels Live In The World Today?
Three species of camels, including two domesticated species and one wild species, live in the world today.
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Is DDT Still Being Used?
DDT use was popular as a form of insecticide up until the 1960s until speculation emerged about the safety of its usage.
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The 5 Species Of Kiwis Of New Zealand
Kiwi, the national symbol of New Zealand is endemic to the country, and occurs in five distinct species with overlapping or separate ranges.
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The Seven Species Of Sea Turtles Living In The Oceans Of Our Planet
Loggerhead, hawksbill, leatherback, olive ridley, flatback, green, and Kemp's ridley are the seven species of marine turtles found in the oceans of our world.
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The Biodiversity Hotspot of the Atlantic Forest
The Atlantic Forest of South America hosts an incredible diversity of flora and fauna that is facing numerous threats due to human activities in the region.
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The Biodiversity Hotspot of the Cerrado
The Cerrado is an extensive tropical savanna ecoregion of Brazil with a rich collection of endemic flora and fauna in need of immediate protection.
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