Environment

Torpor is a period of lowered body temperature and activity in animals that can occur daily or in longer periods such as by hibernators.

• Oct 19, 2018

Krill is one of the favorite foods of penguins.

• Oct 19, 2018

The different families of bees react differently to winter. While honey bees remain active within the nest, queen bumble bees hibernate until spring.

• Oct 18, 2018

Whirlwinds can be divided into two major types with further subdivisions.

• Oct 18, 2018

A look at some of the nature and wildlife reserves of the Scottish Wildlife Trust.

• Oct 17, 2018

Poaching is the illegal killing of wild animals.

• Oct 17, 2018

Mexico has several geographical features that are globally famous for their beauty and ecological significance.

• Oct 17, 2018

The platypus is found in parts of Australia.

• Oct 16, 2018

The Karakoram is a mountain range located in Asia.

• Oct 16, 2018

Australia is land of many wonders, both natural and human-made.

• Oct 16, 2018

Two species of peafowl are native to Asia, while the third is native to Africa.

• Oct 15, 2018

Komodo dragon is a vulnerable species.

• Oct 12, 2018

Unsustainable tourism can have significant negative effects on the environment of a region.

• Oct 11, 2018

Polar nights are classified into distinct types depending on the nature of the twilight.

• Oct 10, 2018

A drought often leads to heavy economic losses in the affected area.

• Oct 10, 2018

Air pollution, soil contamination, water pollution, littering, etc., are the different types of pollution.

• Oct 10, 2018

Camels are herbivorous animals.

• Oct 10, 2018

Estivation, or aestivation, is a type of animal dormancy similar to hibernation that takes place during hot and dry periods.

• Oct 9, 2018