Nature 2024, November

Few people know that in fact most of those birds that we take for swallows belong to a completely different species. Namely, haircuts

Each farmer selects animals for his farm, focusing on his own reasons, preferences, tastes. If you decide to get a black goat, our article may be useful to you. There are several popular breeds with this color that are of economic value. You can settle at home such an animal and as a pet

The large oak barbel is a beetle insect that belongs to the barbel family. This species is of Mediterranean origin. It is found in the southern and central regions of Europe, in the north of the African continent and in Asia Minor

In our article we want to talk about the Nameless Volcano. It is interesting because it is considered active, its eruption was observed in 1956. So what is Bezymyanny volcano in Kamchatka? What else is interesting about him? Let's talk about it

We all know well what a breeze is. It is a pleasant damp breeze blowing from the sea in the summer heat. Monsoon is essentially the same thing, but it manifests itself on a large scale. In this article, we will talk in detail about the monsoon circulation in the atmosphere, as well as the currents that arise as a result of it

Dian Fossey is a famous American zoologist, researcher of animal behavior in their natural habitat. Throughout his life, this person made an outstanding contribution to the popularization of nature conservation

What kind of plants are not on our planet, many of them surprise travelers with their beauty or unusualness. Especially bright representatives are found in hot countries, since the constant lack of moisture affects their appearance. On the Island of Madagascar, as well as in southern Africa, a sausage tree grows, also called kigelia. Europeans met him only in the 19th century and were very surprised by what they saw

Not everyone can boast of impeccable knowledge of the gifts of the forest, and even more so, not everyone will say what edible mushrooms look like. Considering that more than 200 species of mushrooms are found on the territory of our country, information about the most common of them will be quite useful for many

How many more unexplored corners on our planet, where nature presents unexpected gifts, captivates and impresses! And if you just think about the fact that almost 90% of the reservoirs have not been explored at all, it becomes even a little scary … What are the azure depths fraught with? Like Lake Nicaragua?

Snakes are creatures that since ancient times were considered representatives of otherworldly forces, light or darkness. Despite the fact that people treat them differently, one cannot but admit that these reptiles are insanely beautiful. So, from this article you will find out which snakes are considered the most attractive in the world of reptiles

Mshara is one of the names of sphagnum bogs. These amazing water areas have long attracted the attention of scientists. After all, their ecosystem is different from the one that reigns in the world we are used to. In addition, the Mshara swamps are a unique source of fossil organisms, thanks to which it is possible to restore the lost fragments of the planet's history

The god of war Mars in the ancient Roman pantheon was considered the father of the Roman people, the guardian of fields and domestic animals, then the patron of equestrian competitions. The fourth planet from the Sun is named after him. Probably, the blood-red appearance of the planet evoked associations with war and death among the first observers. Even the satellites of the planet received the corresponding names - Phobos ("fear") and Deimos ("horror")

In the northern hemisphere of our planet, there are quite large areas where lynxes live. These predatory animals from the cat family can be found not only in forest areas, in subtropical forests, but even in the tundra

The ancient peoples who once inhabited the foothills of the Andes considered an animal that looked like a small camel to be sacred

The Sea of Azov in Russia became known in the 1st century AD. e. Our ancestors called it the Blue Sea. Later, after the Tmutarakan principality was formed, it received a new name - Russian. With the fall of this principality, the Sea of u200bu200bAzov was repeatedly renamed

This mushroom is quite common in the middle latitudes of our country, it is called the gall fungus, but there is also another name for it - mustard. Experienced mushroom pickers probably know what it is and what this mushroom looks like, but lovers should be careful, because bitter is often confused with white mushroom, boletus and boletus. There are many controversial versions about whether this mushroom is dangerous. But to the question of whether the gall mushroom is edible, one can unequivocally answer: no

Probably, every person knows or heard about such a mushroom as champignon. Many love it and appreciate it for its pleasant smell and excellent taste. Thanks to the industrial cultivation of these mushrooms, we can enjoy them almost all year round without fear for our he alth, because now you can buy them in any supermarket. But there are people who, in spite of everything, prefer "quiet hunting" to shopping in the store. In this case, they should be careful and attentive

Wind surge is a vertical rise in the water level caused by strong winds. The main causes of such natural disasters are: seiches, baric rise in sea level, the appearance of long and short waves of water, etc

Poplar row - a mushroom, which is also popularly called sandbox, poplar or poplar. This macromycete is edible (third category), but quite rare. Poplar rowing is a mushroom, the name of which clearly reflects where it should be collected. It usually grows in large clumps

Kamchatka on the map of Russia is located in the north-eastern part of the country. From the east it is washed by the Pacific Ocean and the Bering Sea, from the west by the Sea of Okhotsk. The nature of Kamchatka is amazing and beautiful. Tourists love to visit these places

The Divnogorye Museum-Reserve is a real gem of the Voronezh region. This place is unique in that the territory of 1100 hectares combines natural, historical, cultural and architectural monuments. This is a very special world, fully consistent with its name

Years and even centuries will pass, and nature will not cease to amaze people with the refinement and charm of its creations. Butterfly sailboat - the perfect confirmation of exceptional beauty, combined with lightness and unobtrusiveness. Watching the fluttering of a creature descended from the pages of fairy tales, saturated with a special mood, means to be transported back to the carefree years of childhood. Feel, as before, the magic of a wondrous moment

Karelia is traditionally called the forest and lake region. The modern terrain was formed under the influence of a glacier, the melting of which began thirteen thousand years ago. Ice sheets gradually decreased, and melt water filled depressions in the rocks. Thus, many lakes and rivers were formed in Karelia

The article tells about the Federal State Budgetary Institution "Reserved Baikal", located in the Irkutsk region

The smallest animal in the world - what is it? In order to answer this question in the most detail, it is necessary to understand the representative of which group of animals will be discussed. The systematics and classification of living organisms on Earth is a loose concept: mammals have their own babies, and insects, reptiles, amphibians and fish have their own

The black lemur (lat. Eulemur macaco) is a small primate mammal belonging to the Lemuridae family. This animal is notable for its unique and very beautiful color, which is characteristic only of males. Along with other lemurs, Eulemur macaco is endemic to the island of Madagascar

A regular white flower with a yellow center on a thin light green stem. There doesn't seem to be anything special about him. At first glance, this is exactly the impression that can be formed. Now imagine not a hundred, not a thousand, but a million or even a billion of these flowers - a real chamomile field. This beauty is breathtaking, isn't it?

Tajikistan is a country in Central Asia. Here are the Pamir, Tien Shan and Gissar-Alai mountain systems. The nature of Tajikistan will amaze you with its diversity. There are mountains, valleys, steppes, glaciers, rivers and waterfalls here. The fauna of Tajikistan is represented by numerous species

Edible frogs like in Russia. Where to start breeding amphibians, where to buy caviar and how to care for adult tadpoles. Possible diseases and what to feed frogs. How to breed them without buying caviar. Sales legal issues

Mostly sturgeon species of fish live in sea s alt water, and swim away to spawn in fresh water. The representatives of the sterlet are endowed with the smallest dimensions, which on average have sizes from 30 cm to 1 m and weight from half a kilogram to 4 kg. The largest representative of the species is the beluga, which reaches 2 tons of mass and 9 m in length

Australian plants are of great interest to scientists, florists and simply lovers of beautiful and unique flowers, trees and shrubs

Probably, many of us looked at the starry sky in childhood, especially on warm August nights. The mysterious black space has always aroused people's interest. We, like our ancestors, are trying to understand what this unknown world is fraught with? This and many other questions that children often ask their parents are sometimes difficult to answer. And what is space for us adults? What do we know about him?

Description of birch for children, including in fine arts, from the school bench is very important for their spiritual growth and the formation of a sense of patriotism, expanding their emotional responsiveness, as well as the formation of love for nature. It is also important that the vocabulary will be significantly replenished after getting acquainted with the unique pictorial images

We all have long been accustomed to the fact that there are dwarf dogs, cats, rabbits and even horses. However, our today's heroines will surely surprise many

As soon as the snow melts, a lot of mushrooms appear in all the forests, meadows and along the roads. They grow from May to October, delighting lovers of "silent hunting" with their diversity. Many mushrooms are useful and very nutritious. But everyone knows how dangerous it is to be poisoned by them

A huge variety of the most diverse species of birds lives in the wide expanses of the earth. Among them are amazing ducks

Georgia is a country of fantastic mountain landscapes, adorned with dense forests, as well as beautiful lakes and rivers. The flora and fauna are striking in their diversity, and the warm climate allows you to admire the local beauties for most of the year. This fabulous land lies between the Greater and Lesser Caucasus, and the Black Sea adjoins it from the north

I would like to immediately note that there are two Biryusas. They originate on the slopes of the Dzhuglym Range in the Eastern Sayan, but flow in different directions. Therefore, the question of where the Biryusa River flows into is quite natural. Biryusa (She), a full-flowing and majestic river, carries its waters along the Siberian plateau and, merging with the Chuna River, forms the Tekeyeva River, which flows into the Angara. Another Biryusa carries its waters to the great Siberian river - the Yenisei

Malabar zebrafish is a relatively little-known aquarium fish in our country. At the same time, it is quite unpretentious in maintenance and feeding. Therefore, it may well be a good choice for beginners who are just discovering the wonderful world of aquarism

On the territory of Kazakhstan there are many protected areas, in which the flora and fauna of the most unique natural areas are carefully protected. These are the national state reserves Aksu-Dzhabagly, Ustyurt, Naurzum and Markakol