Nature

Brown bears: good-natured stalkers and dangerous rods

Brown bears: good-natured stalkers and dangerous rods

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Brown bears are omnivores. They swim well, deftly climb trees and slopes. They can run fast for a long time, chasing prey. Bears are very caring mothers who take care of offspring for 2-3 years

Earthquake in Spitak in 1988

Earthquake in Spitak in 1988

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More than twenty-six years ago (December 7, 1988) Armenia was shaken by a strong earthquake in the city of Spitak, which was completely destroyed in half an hour, and with it 58 surrounding villages. The settlements of Gyumri, Vanadzor, Stepanavan suffered. Minor destruction affected 20 cities and over 200 villages located at some distance from the epicenter

Chinese angelica: properties, applications and reviews

Chinese angelica: properties, applications and reviews

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Chinese angelica in China itself is also known as Dong Kuai and "female ginseng". The plant belongs to the Umbelliferae family along with celery, parsley and carrots. The beginning of its flowering falls at the end of spring and lasts all summer, and ribbed ovoid seeds appear in September and October

Grass meadow backache: description, medicinal properties, use in folk medicine

Grass meadow backache: description, medicinal properties, use in folk medicine

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Meadow lumbago is well known to the inhabitants of Russia and Ukraine. It grows in pine forests and on their outskirts, on sandstones, hills. In the people, the flower is known as sleep-grass, dream book

Minor planet is a messenger from outer space

Minor planet is a messenger from outer space

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High above us, in space, millions of very strange and unusual rock fragments move between the orbits of the major planets. Each such fragment, called the "minor planet", has its own amazing history, inextricably linked with the evolution of the solar system. Many scientists are sure that these strange objects hide the key to unraveling the secrets of the formation of the entire structure of the outer space around us

Epiphyte (plant): what is it and where does it grow

Epiphyte (plant): what is it and where does it grow

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There are many interesting things in the plant world. Some of its representatives catch and eat insects. Others climbed on their own kind in order to survive. This is how an epiphyte does - a plant that had to fight for life in difficult conditions. Thanks to this method of survival, epiphytes were able to get more air, light and protect themselves from animals

Hygrophila willifolia: photo, reproduction, keeping in the aquarium

Hygrophila willifolia: photo, reproduction, keeping in the aquarium

Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06

For an aquarist, not only the population of a home pond is important, but also its design. And in this regard, the vegetation planted in the aquarium plays a leading role. It is important not only its decorative effect, but also ease of care. If you use a capricious plant, then you will spend more time maintaining its vital functions than caring for the main asset of the "pool" - fish. Almost ideal planting from this side is hygrophila willow

Plants listed in the Red Book of the Rostov region. Rare and endangered plant species of the Rostov region

Plants listed in the Red Book of the Rostov region. Rare and endangered plant species of the Rostov region

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The Red Book of the Rostov Region is an annotated list of endangered species of plants, fungi and animals of this region. These representatives of flora and fauna are under state protection. This leaves hope for the resumption of populations of these endangered species

Great tit: photo, description, what it eats

Great tit: photo, description, what it eats

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The great tit is a very mobile bird the size of a sparrow, leading a sedentary lifestyle. The bird is distributed in mixed and deciduous forests of Europe, Asia and North Africa. This active bright bird can often be found in human habitats: in gardens, parks and forested areas

Forest pests: a list with photos, ways to deal

Forest pests: a list with photos, ways to deal

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Forest pests are organisms that, in the course of their life, cause damage to the tissues of trees and shrubs. As a result, there is a decrease in varying degrees of growth and fruiting of plants, or such a destructive effect leads to the death of forest growth

Urania Madagascar. Description and history of discovery

Urania Madagascar. Description and history of discovery

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According to many, Urania Madagascar is the most beautiful butterfly in the world. It lives only on the island of Madagascar and is active only during the day. Its caterpillars can only feed on one type of plant. For a long time her whereabouts were unknown

Why do elephants have big ears and why do they need it?

Why do elephants have big ears and why do they need it?

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The elephant would be the largest animal on the planet if there were no whales. But among the fauna that lives on land, it is without a doubt the largest. Everyone knows that elephants have big ears. But why do these animals have ears of such size, and does this mean that elephants have perfect hearing? This is what the article will be about

Where is Mount Aconcagua? Mountain height, description

Where is Mount Aconcagua? Mountain height, description

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The highest batholith on earth (a large intrusive massif of igneous rock) is located in Argentina. It is the highest point in South America and the southern and western hemispheres. Where is Mount Aconcagua located? Why is she called that? Everything related to this natural miracle will be briefly described in this article

High mountain - the abode of peace and tranquility

High mountain - the abode of peace and tranquility

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On the border of Nepal with China, is the highest mountain of the entire planet - Chomolungma, the modern name of which is Everest. Pakistan also has its overweight attraction. The so-called mountain K2, or Chogori

Rafflesia (flower): description and photo

Rafflesia (flower): description and photo

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Rafflesia is a giant flower, the largest in the world. The plant gained its fame not only due to its huge size, but also due to the specific putrefactive aroma that it spreads around itself. Due to him, the flower received an additional name - a dead lotus

Who are flying foxes and what do they eat? Animal photo

Who are flying foxes and what do they eat? Animal photo

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Flying foxes are huge bats belonging to the Batwing family. These animals love to eat flowers and fruits, more precisely, their juice and pulp. Flying foxes grow up to forty centimeters - for mice, these are very large sizes. The span of one wing reaches one and a half meters. The appearance of the Javanese kalong (as flying foxes are also called) is quite awesome

Such funny sea turtles

Such funny sea turtles

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Do you know that sea turtles are the most ancient inhabitants of our planet? It was their distant ancestors who saw dinosaurs and were eyewitnesses of global warming and changing climatic conditions on Earth. They are funny and interesting. Watching the behavior of these marine life is fascinating. We invite you to learn more about them

Ground sinkholes in the world. Ground sinkholes in Yakutia

Ground sinkholes in the world. Ground sinkholes in Yakutia

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The whole world is excited about the news of inexplicable soil collapses in different parts of the planet. Humanity is concerned that the earth literally began to slip from under their feet. Increasingly, there are reports from different countries in which sinkholes have been found

Nile crocodile: description, features and interesting facts. Nile crocodile in St. Petersburg

Nile crocodile: description, features and interesting facts. Nile crocodile in St. Petersburg

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In St. Petersburg on January 18, a miracle happened: the locals learned that a guest from Egypt lives next to them, namely, the Nile crocodile. This animal is very revered in its natural habitat - in Africa. They found a Nile crocodile in the basement of a house on the territory of Peterhof, after which nothing was known about the fate of the reptile

Electric fish: list, features and interesting facts

Electric fish: list, features and interesting facts

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The fact that some fish can strongly "beat" the person or animal that affected them was known even by the ancient inhabitants of the sea coasts. The Romans believed that at this moment some strong poison was released, as a result of which temporary paralysis occurs. And only with the development of science and technology it became clear that fish tend to create electrical discharges of different strengths. What fish is electric?

Solar glare: the benefits and harms of an optical natural phenomenon

Solar glare: the benefits and harms of an optical natural phenomenon

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The beauty of sun glare is sung by poets and prose writers. “Sun glare, dawns and fogs…” - these beautiful words of the song transfer thoughts to a summer meadow, where rainbow dew plays, the sun's rays sparkle in the lake. What is useful and dangerous for the eyes of a sun glare? Let's ask the experts

Where do porcupines live in nature?

Where do porcupines live in nature?

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Where do porcupines live? These prickly representatives of the order of rodents settled all over the world. They can be found in Africa, South and North America, Asian countries and even Europe. Representatives of different continents differ in their appearance and habits. The habitats of the porcupine are usually reflected in the name of the species: South African, Indian, Malay, Javanese, North American. What is the difference between the habits of animals depending on the habitat - this is briefly discussed in the review

Folded belts of the Earth: internal structure and development

Folded belts of the Earth: internal structure and development

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Wide fold belts began their formation about 10 billion years ago in the late period of the Proterozoic era. They frame and separate the main ancient platforms that have a Precambrian basement. This structure spans a large width and stretches over a thousand kilometers

How artificial rain is caused: features, consequences and interesting facts

How artificial rain is caused: features, consequences and interesting facts

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The dream of a person to take control over natural phenomena from the once fantastic is gradually moving into the category of reality. Making it rain where it needs to be, or, conversely, dispelling the clouds is a troublesome task, but possible. How is artificial rain produced? We will talk about this further

Caribbean beauty. The sea is a paradise on earth

Caribbean beauty. The sea is a paradise on earth

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One of the most beautiful places on Earth is the Caribbean Sea. It got its name from the Carib Indian tribe that lived in the area. There is also a second name - Antilles, which is used much less frequently. The Caribbean Sea and the islands that belong to its basin are considered the most beautiful, interesting and romantic places on the planet. No wonder lovers come here to hold a wedding ceremony or honeymoon

Discovery of William Baffin - the sea of the Arctic Basin, washing the western coast of Greenland

Discovery of William Baffin - the sea of the Arctic Basin, washing the western coast of Greenland

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The story of the discovery of the Baffin Sea. Geographic features of the location. Currents and straits of the Baffin Sea. Flora and fauna of the marine reservoir

Mako shark: photo and description. Mako shark attack speed

Mako shark: photo and description. Mako shark attack speed

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This is a fairly large shark, part of the Herring family. Otherwise, it is called bonito, black-nosed, mackerel, and also gray-blue shark. In Latin - Isurus oxyrinchus. Scientists believe that it is a descendant of the ancient species Isurus hastilus, whose representatives reached six meters in length and weighed about three tons. This species of shark existed in the Cretaceous at the same time as plesiosaurs and ichthyosaurs

Volcanic glass. Volcanic obsidian glass. A photo

Volcanic glass. Volcanic obsidian glass. A photo

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Nature endowed volcanic glass with unusual properties. This mineral has absorbed the colossal power of the universe. Ancient civilizations highly valued the healing and magical powers of obsidian

Feldspar and other minerals

Feldspar and other minerals

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Different types of minerals have long been studied and used by people in life. Some - in technological processes, something - for jewelry. Some believe in their healing power. In a word, minerals and stones surround us everywhere

Giant armadillo: animal description, habitat

Giant armadillo: animal description, habitat

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Giant armadillos are unusual animals that live in South America. The species of Priodontes maximus are frightening, but they do not belong to dangerous predators. Their main food is termites, insects and worms

The Pacific Plate is the largest and most unusual of the lithospheric blocks

The Pacific Plate is the largest and most unusual of the lithospheric blocks

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Not everyone can find a fascinating story about the formation and further existence of a section of the earth's crust, but only if it is not about the Pacific plate. Arose on the site of the ancient disappeared ocean, Panthalassa, which has become the largest on the planet, unique in composition and inextricably linked with such natural phenomena as the Mariana Trench, the Pacific Ring of Fire and the Hawaiian Hot Spot, it is able to fascinate anyone with its history

Pacific Ring of Fire: where is it located and why is it called that

Pacific Ring of Fire: where is it located and why is it called that

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The Pacific Ring of Fire is a band of volcanoes, virtually every one of which is active. They all border the ocean, from which they got their name. Among them are geysers, which, according to scientists, are much more dangerous than volcanoes. Predicting their eruption is almost impossible

The most popular decorative birds: features and interesting facts

The most popular decorative birds: features and interesting facts

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Decorative birds are some of the most beautiful creatures on Earth that can bring happiness and joy to the house

Types of parrots: photos, names. How to determine the type of parrot?

Types of parrots: photos, names. How to determine the type of parrot?

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Currently, more than forty orders of birds live on our planet. Their total number is about one hundred billion individuals. Among such a variety of birds, there is one detachment, whose representatives anyone can recognize at a glance

Antarctic Desert: natural area

Antarctic Desert: natural area

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The Antarctic Desert is the largest and coldest desert on Earth, characterized by large temperature fluctuations and an almost complete absence of precipitation. It is located in the very south of the planet, completely occupying the sixth continent - Antarctica

Fish of the Mediterranean Sea: interesting and dangerous representatives

Fish of the Mediterranean Sea: interesting and dangerous representatives

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Ever since school years, we know that the water resources that occupy most of our planet are extremely rich in diverse inhabitants. And if we talk about marine representatives of the fauna, then the fish of the Mediterranean Sea deserves special attention

Tropical Africa in all its diversity

Tropical Africa in all its diversity

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Tropical Africa - mysterious, diverse, amazing. African tropical deserts and rainforests, ideas about Africa and reality - a brief overview of part of the "black" continent

Pekhorka (river): description, source, mouth, tributary

Pekhorka (river): description, source, mouth, tributary

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Pekhorka is the name of the river artery flowing through the land around, it is one of the left tributaries of the Moscow River

Mixed forests of Russia. Plants and animals of the mixed forest. Soils of mixed forests

Mixed forests of Russia. Plants and animals of the mixed forest. Soils of mixed forests

Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06

Mixed forests make up a much smaller percentage of Russia's forest zone than coniferous taiga. In Siberia, they are completely absent. Broad-leaved and mixed forests are typical for the European part and the Far East region of the Russian Federation. They are formed by deciduous and coniferous trees

The St. Lawrence River is one of the most unique reservoirs in the world

The St. Lawrence River is one of the most unique reservoirs in the world

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Typically, when asked where the St. Lawrence River is, Canadians answer: "In the garden of the Great Spirit." This Iroquoian legend has become another highlight of the river. A beautifully presented story about the origin of the "thousand islands" attracts tourists like a magnet