Nature 2024, November

In our article, we want to talk about the labia family. According to the latest data, there are about two hundred genera - 3500 species. They are distributed almost all over the world

One of the types of "climber animals", that is, living high in the mountains, are mountain sheep. These dexterous and graceful artiodactyls are close relatives of mountain goats, and their relatives also include musk oxen and taras. All of them belong to the family of bovids, and biologists themselves count 7 different species of rams

Penguins, despite being members of the bird family, cannot fly. After all, they spend most of their lives hunting fish and other marine animals underwater. Their legs, located far behind, together with the tail, act as a rudder. And the wings, which had lost their original purpose, became rigid, like strong oars. But what are they covered with in a penguin - wool or feathers?

Products produced by bees have long been famous for their high nutritional value and beneficial properties for human he alth. Both honey and bee pollen are must-haves in your home cellar to use them for healing and strengthening immunity if necessary. Due to its composition, bee pollen is a real storehouse of nutrients and has found its application as a natural medicinal substance

Human vision sometimes does not notice the minor details that distinguish one from the other. Most often this happens when our mind follows a certain strategy and focuses on the whole picture, and not on its parts. People who rarely see birds do not distinguish them precisely because of this optical illusion. Moreover, errors are made mainly in the definition of water birds. In the article we will try to figure out what are the differences between a stork, a crane and a heron?

Belarus is a country with a very rich flora and fauna. Its natural resources amaze to this day and delight both local and visiting tourists. If we talk about the birds of prey in Belarus, the photos and names of which are presented in this article, then there are about 29 species. So, what are the most widely known birds of prey in Belarus?

The king vulture (Sarcoramphus papa) is a large bird of prey from the American vulture family. This is the real king of vultures, fairly large birds that live in Central and South America. It lives mainly in tropical lowland forests stretching from southern Mexico to northern Argentina

The Gulf of Corinth is a place for those who want to know the real Greece, little known by tourists, free from the crowds and fuss of people. This breathtaking place combines mountain landscape and sea coast. The Rocky Mountains are mostly ecologically protected and form one of the oldest areas in Europe with many national parks and ancient cities

Although the big-horned deer has long since died out, its image, restored on the basis of archaeological finds, delights and amazes even today. The greatest interest is caused by its large antlers, like those of an elk. There is not and never was a second such deer in the world

Pleurotus eryngi is the scientific name for white steppe mushrooms. In addition, they are often referred to as royal oyster mushrooms, many consider them the most delicious mushrooms of this family. And indeed they have something to call royal, because they are characterized by a large fruiting body with a strong aroma and unique taste

This unusual and rare animal in nature belongs to the class of mammals, the order of rodents. About the features that this strange animal called the giant mole rat has (where it lives, about the places of distribution, about habits, etc.), will be described in this article

Crows or corvids are a family of birds from the order of passerines. Among the birds of this order, it is the representatives of this family that are distinguished by their large size and developed intelligence. Which birds belong to corvids, what are the features of their biology and whether it is worth keeping them in captivity - all this in this article

What is the mass of air? Ancient scientists did not know the answer to this question. During the infancy of science, many believed that air had no mass. In the ancient world and even in the early Middle Ages, numerous misconceptions were widespread related to the lack of knowledge and the lack of accurate instruments. Not only such a physical quantity as the mass of air was included in the list of funny misconceptions

Many of us have heard of the Tunguska meteorite. At the same time, few people know about his brother, who fell to Earth in time immemorial. Chicxulub is a crater formed after a meteorite fell 65 million years ago. Its appearance on Earth led to serious consequences that affected the entire planet as a whole

People living on the planet in different eras have repeatedly encountered various catastrophes, not least among which are tornadoes and their derivatives. The wind is a very powerful element, it's hard to argue with that. Its forces are enough to demolish almost any man-made structures, lift into the air and carry cars, objects and people over long distances

Strong and powerful streams of water, flowing along a certain channel for centuries, captivate the imagination. But the modern mind is excited by the possibilities of using these gigantic volumes of water and energy

Gardeners are trying in many ways to improve the properties and structure of the land. The application of organic fertilizers is one of the most effective methods, but in the presence of a sufficient number of worms in the soil. Earthworms live where there is moisture and dead organic matter. But there are several conditions that are necessary for their reproduction and active life

Earthworms are one of the most useful creatures on Earth. In 1959, in the USA, in the state of California, breeders managed to develop a new species. This is how Californian worms appeared. Thanks to the new features of this type of worm, it has become easier to breed and improve depleted soils

You will learn from our article a lot of useful things for anyone who is interested in shrimp: size, photo, color, culinary value and many other interesting facts about these animals

In Central America and in the southwest of this mainland, as well as in some parts of Mexico, a mysterious, unusual and incredibly intelligent beauty called the horned lizard lives

The unique location of Japan and a complex of natural and climatic factors have led to the fact that there are no fertile lands on the islands. The country has no land connection with the mainland. Due to long-term isolation, some animals of Japan have changed so much that they are classified as subspecies

Specialists who study the life of primates have come to the consensus that the smartest monkey in the world is the bonobo (a kind of chimpanzee, it is also called the pygmy chimpanzee)

All herbs are an integral part of the ecosystem of our planet. This type of plant is common on all continents, with the exception, perhaps, of the North and South Poles. Without them, life would not be the way we are used to seeing it now

Rabbit cabbage: botanical description, what it looks like, different plant names. Types of culture and a brief description. Use in traditional medicine

Despite the fact that fog is a fairly common atmospheric phenomenon, many people consider it a mystical omen. The reason for this is ancient myths that describe it as a bad omen or leprosy of evil spirits. Fortunately, over the years, people believe less and less such tales

There is a blue stone on the shore of Lake Pleshcheyevo, not far from Pereslavl-Zalessky. At first glance, this is the most common 3-meter gray boulder, only if you look closely, you can see a blue tint. But after the rain, it acquires a rich blue color. Although the times of the pagans have long passed, but even today you can see offerings near the stone: coins, ribbons on bushes, food

The animal world of our planet is rich and diverse. A variety of creatures live here. Some of them are very cute looking, others are just awful. One of the most fearless, dangerous and fastest creatures on earth is the Black Mamba snake

Since ancient times, a black crow has been associated with a person with a symbol of death and the hardest sorrows. All this is due to its large size, dark color with a metallic sheen and awesome croaking

A shooting star isn't actually a star at all. Just imagine what could happen to our planet if the Sun fell on it! A star is an accumulation of hot gas, the size of which is huge. Bright flashes that occur when a celestial body enters our atmosphere are of a different nature

One can talk endlessly about the Sun. No one will argue that it is the source and custodian of life on Earth. But what gives life can take it away. Is that possible. Is the Sun dangerous for us, does it pose a threat to our security in the foreseeable future?

Legless lizards are a type of reptile that not everyone knows about. In this article, we will consider various types of legless lizards and learn how to distinguish them from snakes

The Crimean peninsula is one of the unique places in Russia. Its nature is determined by its geographical location. The peninsula, washed almost from all sides by the Black Sea, has developed its own flora and fauna, which must be preserved and protected. Therefore, in 1923, the Crimean Natural Reserve was created here. Excursions to a strictly defined part of it are held regularly

The steppe zone, that part of it where hordes of locusts settle, is inhabited by beautiful birds - pink starlings. The closest relative of the pink starling is the common shpak. In appearance, this bird resembles, rather, a crow than an ordinary starling. The shpak and the pink starling have similar sizes, flight and some habits. And in color, these relatives have nothing in common

The Sea of Azov is a shelf semi-enclosed body of water, and it belongs to the system of the Mediterranean Sea of the Atlantic Ocean. From this article you can learn about the area of the Sea of Azov, its location, the origin of the name and much more

The tall juniper is a tree with millions of years of history. This evergreen plant has been valued since ancient times both for its high-quality wood and for its unique healing properties. Unfortunately, it is found less and less in the wild, which is why it is listed in the Red Book. In the article we will talk about what kind of juniper tree is tall, photos will also be presented

The Sumatran tiger (Panthera tigris sumatrae) is a subspecies of tiger that lives on the island of Sumatra. He is the smallest of all his relatives and differs from his fellows in behavior and habits, as well as in appearance (a different color, in addition, the location of dark stripes, features in its structure)

What kind of plant is the wolfberry? Why does it have such a name? What varieties exist and where do they grow? Features of cultivation and use

In the article we will introduce readers to the description of the Spree River in Germany, with tributaries and a number of locks. It will be interesting for travelers to find out what sights they can see from pleasure boats in the capital, which stop is the most convenient to start the route

The Ussuri tiger (also known as the Amur tiger) is recognized as one of the biggest predators in the world. At the same time, it is considered the least aggressive towards humans, in comparison with other subspecies of tigers

An amazingly beautiful animal lives in the mountains, which belongs to the bovid family. If you are lucky enough to see how these handsome men in white coats jump from cliff to cliff, this sight will be remembered for a lifetime. Such a miracle of nature is called - a snow goat. After reading this article, you will learn many interesting facts about the life of these horned climbers