What is Biomimicry, and Where is it Seen in Nature?

What is Biomimicry, and Where is it Seen in Nature?

If you have ever looked at a leaf and wondered how it is able to collect water or gazed at the stars and wondered how they stay in place, you have experienced biomimicry. Biomimicry is the process of imitating nature in order to solve problems. This can be done through observing natural … Read more

Species of Snakes That Are Non-Venomous

Species of Snakes That Are Non-Venomous

One of the most feared creatures on earth are snakes. Even small snakes could scare people, thinking they would be bitten as the snake sees them. But usually, snakes do not approach humans with the purpose of just biting – they usually attack when they are disturbed, so it’s better to just … Read more

Animals That Can Walk on Water

Animals That Can Walk on Water

Animals sometimes walk or crawl, swim or fly. And there are some with incredible abilities like walking on water. For humans, it’s some kind of a miracle, but for these animals, it’s a basic ability. We can skip the part where you pay to write research paper and present the most incredible … Read more

Examples of Strange Animal Behavior

A lot of animals display an extremely strange behavior that will make you go, “What the heck nature!” Fascinating, nevertheless. Check them out! Although Nile crocodiles are physically and morally capable of killing a human being, they are otherwise gentle parents of their own offspring. Newborn crocodiles, being tiny, make an attractive … Read more

The World’s Deadliest Animals

The World's Deadliest Animals

Which creatures in the world are the deadliest? What you are going to see here in this gallery may surprise you! A lot of people are afraid of sharks, with their menacing appearance and razor-sharp teeth. But you’re surprised they’re not the top of this list! Although wolf attacks on humans do … Read more

The Smallest Birds

The Smallest Birds

Like many other living things, birds range in size. There are the world’s biggest birds like the ostrich and smallest ones like the hummingbird. But do you know that there are other small birds out there too? Most of these small birds belong to the order Passeriformes (or “perching birds” or “passerines”) … Read more

Smallest Mammals In The World

Smallest Mammals In The World

All creatures, big and small, have their own innate characteristics, traits and abilities to survive. For instance, smaller mammals have their own special capabilities and advantages which are different to their bigger counterparts. They can burrow into the smaller holes and crevasses that bigger animals can’t manage. Their tiny bodies enable them … Read more

Largest Creatures on the Planet

Largest Creatures on the Planet

Planet Earth is full of creatures of many sizes — short and tall, big and small. Here in this list we focus on the largest creatures of their own kind. Some of them are bigger than humans or even houses and large ships! Next to the saltwater crocodile, the Nile crocodile is … Read more