More than 400 million years ago, the first sharks ventured through the dangerous seas of the Silurian age. Diminutive and seemingly insignificant, these fragile new…
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Earth’s Alien World: Life in the Deep Ocean
For humans, the ocean has long been a realm of both intrigue and intimidation. It captivates our minds with its beauty and mystery, yet also…
Keeping Ecosystems Alive: The Significance of Ecology
We live in a fascinating world teeming with beauty and diverse life. There are organisms of many varieties surviving in a wide range of environments…
Dangerous Neighbors Part 2: African Lions and Spotted Hyenas
Deep within one of Africa’s vast savannahs, a small pride of lions has recently managed to kill a large buffalo. The pride had gone for…
Dangerous Neighbors: Hippopotami and Nile Crocodiles
The African waterways are by no means tranquil environments. Most animals which dare to approach the water’s edge put their lives at risk, as these…