National Animals Of European Countries
Several European nations are symbolized by heraldic lions and other mythological creatures, although exciting real world fauna appear on the list as well.
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National Animals Of North American And Caribbean Countries
Interestingly enough, each Caribbean nation to make the list has its own national bird.
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National Animals Of Countries In Oceania
New Zealand's and Australia's top picks of nationally iconic fauna will likely come as little surprise.
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National Animals Of South And Central America
From Central American jungles to the Amazon to Patagonia to Tierra del Fuego, these countries have no shortage of choices of fauna to serve as national symbols.
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The Oldest U.S. National Forests
Not far from the oldest U.S. National Park at Yellowstone, Shoshone was established in 1891 in Wyoming.
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The Panama Canal
The Panama Canal is one of the most significant canals in the world, effectively connecting Atlantic and Pacific trade routes with far-reaching economic implications.
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The Heaviest Living Animals In The Oceans
All Of The World's Heaviest Animals Are Cetaceans, With The Blue Whale Being The Largest Living Animal On Earth.
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Which U.S. State Borders Only One Other State?
Maine only borders 1 other U.S. state (New Hampshire), while bordering 2 Canadian Provinces (New Brunswick and Quebec).
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Heaviest Land Animals Alive Today
While whales may dominate the list of largest aquatic animals, these terrestrial species can really make the ground rumble.
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The Heaviest Living Reptiles In The World
The Saltwater Crocodile Is The Largest Living Reptile On Earth Followed Closely By The Nile And Orinoco Crocodile.
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The Largest Hawaiian Islands
With an area of 4,028 square miles, the island of Hawaii, also known as the Big Island, is the largest one in Hawaii, USA.
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The Glaciation Timeline
Five known Ice Ages have influenced life on Earth, comprising of both glacial and interglacial periods.
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Warmest Years On Record Since 1880
As per meteorological records, the year 2015 is the warmest year since 1880, followed by the years 2014, 2010, and 2013.
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Plants Under Threat - Dangers To The Flora Of Earth
One in five plants of the world or 20% of all plants are threatened as evident from the IUCN Red List data.
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Top Motor Vehicle Producing Countries
China is the leading motor vehicle producer in the world, followed by the US and Japan.
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Alarming Rates Of Elephant Poaching In Africa
With over 50% of elephant deaths caused by poaching, each of these African regions have a declining elephant population.
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Highest E-Waste Generating Nations In The World
Norway is the leading e-waste producer in the world, followed by Switzerland and Iceland.
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Seven African Vulture Species On The Brink Of Extinction
Seven of the eleven vulture species in Africa are on the verge of going extinct.
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The Tallest Mountains In The Alps
Mont Blanc, the tallest Alpine mountain with a height of 4,808 meters, is well known for its spectacular beauty.
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The Tallest Mountains In The South American Andes
Mount Aconcagua, the tallest Andean mountain, with a height of 6,962 meters, is one of the Seven Summits of the world.
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