Category Nature

These stories celebrate the world’s incredible natural wonders. From breathtaking landscapes to the tiniest creatures on Earth, the natural world has the power to remind us it’s still an amazing world.

Image: Microsculpture is a photographic project be British photographer Levon Biss. Please email Levon for any enquiries. Longhorn Beetle, Nigeria.Species of the genus Sternotomis (Coleoptera, Cerambycidae).Once magnified the secret to the spectacular patterning of this beetle is revealed – a covering of extremely fine pigmented scales similar to those of butterflies and moths.

Insects as Inspiration? The Photographer Finding Beauty in Unexpected Places

The amazing, intricate structures of insects are something that belongs in museums—oh wait, they're already there! Photographer Levon Biss has teamed up with one exhibit to bring us closer than we've ever been to these tiny creatures with his Microsculptures. You'll never look at a bug the same way after you see these.

You’re Probably More Like a Crow than You Thought

These birds probably live near you, but have you ever noticed just how intelligent they are? No? Well, you’re in for a treat.

Image: A close-up portrait of a female orangutan (Pongo pymaeus) and her young together, Tanjung Puting National Park, Central Kalimantan, Borneo, Indonesia

Orangutan Culture Feels Very… Familiar

We share 97% of our DNA with orangutans, but what we've known about their cultural customs and habits have been limited... until now.

Image: Beautiful circle of swirling colors

Saving Rivers by Turning Toxins Into Art!

How can painting with toxic sludge save rivers? Two professors at Ohio University are teaming up to combine art and science to conserve and protect polluted waterways!

Image: the peak of Mount Everest behind colorful Tibetan prayer flags

Everest: Still a Peak Experience?

Mt. Everest! Considered the pinnacle of physical achievement. It's a breathtaking place, both literally and figuratively, but it can also teach us a thing or two about how we formulate our goals. Take a look...

Image: Ron Finley, the Guerrilla Gardner poses in front of his garden

Guerrilla Gardener Takes on South Central LA

Meet Ron Finley; an amazing fellow who's come up with a better idea than battling over turf. How about using "turf" in a very old way! Take a look!

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