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Cristina Ortiz
Ants, little but tough: Lifeform of the week
Ants are common insects with unique capabilities. They can harvest, herd, milk, and build amazingly complex and stable underground cities.
September 20, 2023
Water lilies, beautiful and colorful: Lifeform of the week
Water lilies are plants known worldwide. They are colorful and beautiful, and they are also important players in the aquatic ecosystem.
September 5, 2023
Iridescent contrails? Rainbow contrails? Something else?
They look like iridescent contrails. But, are they? We asked Les Cowley, an atmospheric optics expert, who gave a different opinion.
August 2, 2023
Tigers are the biggest cats: Lifeform of the week
Tigers are huge, fierce cats that are unique and beautiful. We tell you some curious facts about them here. Plus, watch a video about tigers.
July 29, 2023
Sea turtles are as old as dinosaurs: Lifeform of the week
All you need to know about sea turtles: as old as the dinosaurs, incredible navigators and natural survivors. But they need you. Learn what to do to help.
July 9, 2023
Hummingbirds, tiny and colorful: Lifeform of the week
Hummingbirds are tiny, fast and colorful. See some gorgeous photos of these birds and learn more about this fantastic lifeform of the week here.
June 25, 2023
Turkey-Syria earthquake: Death toll passes 37,000
The Turkey-Syria earthquake of February 6, 2023 - a 7.8 magnitude earthquake - has wreaked devastation on the area. Images, links and updates here.
February 9, 2023
Planetary conjunction photo gallery, spring 2022
View images of the planets lined up in the morning sky from this spring, 2022. The planetary conjunction of Venus and Jupiter draws the eye.
May 1, 2022
