What Are The California Water Wars?
The California water wars refer to political disputes over water rights between the city of Los Angeles and Owens Valley.
November 22, 2018 12:48
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The Smallest Snake In The World
The Barbados threadsnake (Leptotyphlops carlae) is the world's smallest snake.
November 21, 2018 14:36
How Many Trees Does It Take To Make 1 Ton Of Paper?
It takes about 24 trees to make 1 ton of standard office paper.
November 20, 2018 15:10
What Are The Impacts Of Bottom Trawling On The Environment?
Bottom trawling is a type of fishing that can result in overfishing and disrupts the sea floor.
November 15, 2018 16:50
Which US State Has The Most Wildfires?
California experiences a number of extreme wildfires each year and 2018 was no different.
November 15, 2018 12:18
Why Are Red Pandas Endangered?
Red pandas are highly susceptible to numerous threats in their Himalayan habitat.
November 15, 2018 12:16
What Is A 100-Year Flood?
A 100-year flood is a flooding event which has 1% likelihood of happening in any given year.
November 15, 2018 11:23
How Many Trees Does It Take To Make 1 Roll Of Toilet Paper?
Toilet paper comes at the cost of many trees.
November 14, 2018 16:52
Where is the Juan de Fuca Plate?
The Juan de Fuca Plate sits west of North America.
November 14, 2018 16:19
How Much of the Earth is Water?
Approximately 71% of the earth's surface is covered by water.
November 14, 2018 15:03
Which Mammal Can Rotate Its Head The Farthest?
The tarsier can rotate its head the farthest.
November 14, 2018 14:33
What Is The Origin Of The Yenisei River?
The Yenisei River is one of the three great Siberian rivers that flow into the Arctic Ocean.
November 14, 2018 13:55
Peat Swamp Forests – Forest Types Around the World
Peat swamp forests are characterized by poor drainage and waterlogged soils forming peat. Learn more about peat swamp forests including characteristics and threats.
November 13, 2018 17:14
Eastern Screech Owl Facts: Animals of North America
The eastern screech owl is found in eastern North America.
November 13, 2018 16:20
A List Of Birds Of Prey Or Raptors
Eagles, falcons, and owls are all raptors or birds of prey.
November 13, 2018 14:43
Are There Any Active Volcanoes in Europe?
Mount Etna, one of the world's most active volcanoes, is located on the Italian island of Sicily.
November 13, 2018 13:21
Where Does The Paraná River River Start And End?
The Paraná River is a major river in South America that flows through Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
November 13, 2018 13:18
Where Does The Brahmaputra River River Start And End?
The Brahmaputra is a major river in Asia that flows through China, India, and Bangladesh.
November 13, 2018 13:16
How Do Human Activities Threaten Deltas Across The World?
The damming of rivers, sand mining, and river channeling are examples of human activities that threaten deltas.
November 13, 2018 13:06
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