Found on every continent, lichen is an extraordinary organism adapted to survive in every habitat except seawater. More than just curious growths on rocks and trees, lichen can endure extreme ...

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A staple of a visit to Sonoma, California, where nature and art come together in a perfect blend, is a tasting at one of the ...

A new furry friend has joined the vast assortment of animals at Miller Park Zoo in an effort to help with conservation of a ...

While they may incite fear due to their impressive dimensions, these spiders play crucial roles in their ecosystems and have become subjects of significant scientific interest and study.

The wolf spider is one of the most impressive hunters in the arachnid family. Known for their speed, excellent vision and ...

HMPV cases have been identified in the country, but there is no significant surge in respiratory illnesses. The government is preparing to tackle the situation, with increased awareness and ...

Over 40,000 species of Spiders are discovered each year. Nonetheless, countless different species of spiders are becoming increasingly endangered. Many people worldwide have arachnophobia (fear of ...

Jimmy Carter was many contrasting things in his impossibly productive century on the planet. President and peanut farmer. Naval submariner and softball aficionado. Sunday school teacher and pal of ...

When former President Jimmy Carter, died on Sunday, he left a legacy like no other former president before. One of the lasting legacies is Habitat for Humanity when he helped found in the 1970s.