Nature
A Love Letter to Mother Nature
Mother Nature is my favorite of your names because it reminds me of nurture and how you are so much more than just a mother to us. You are the land upon which we hold our feet steadily, or run, unbound but still free to rest if weary. You are the crisp air we pull through our lungs into our mortal but also, somehow, immortal bodies to nourish our cells. You are the way of life, the ebb and flow of fate’s perpetual vigil. So large is your scope, and yet, so small it can be when needed.
By Sam Eliza Green4 years ago in Earth
The Top 10 Worst Pests for Homes and Homeowners
Even if you don't live in the wild, the wild may nonetheless find a way to come to you. Wildlife, like you, require a secure place to relax, nesting locations, and consistent food and water supplies, and your cozy, temperature-controlled, and contained dwelling appeals to them. Certain animals may see your diversified garden and verdant yard as a haven of pollen, wood, and other plant resources not found in the wild.
By Rahau Mihai4 years ago in Earth
Are Crickets Invertebrates?
What's the big deal with invertebrates, anyway? To the untrained eye, they just look like a bunch of bugs. But to scientists, invertebrates are a fascinating group of creatures that includes everything from spiders and crabs to snails and worms. And yes, even crickets.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
What Have Mice Genes Got to do with Humans?
Aside from bonobo and chimpanzee, mice are other animals with close similarities with humans. Mice may not bear humans' resemblance and behavioral characteristics, but they surprisingly make up for these with their genes.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
10 Incredible Fly Facts
You probably don't give a lot of thought to flies. Who knew that the seemingly insignificant fly could be so fascinating? There's something innately fascinating about flies. Maybe it's their aerial acrobatics or the way they seem to buzz around our heads incessantly. Whatever it is, there are some pretty amazing fly facts that are worth learning.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
Where Do You Find Caterpillars
The key to finding a caterpillar is to become familiar with the various types of plants that female butterflies choose to lay their eggs on in your area. Once you've identified certain "host plants," you can look for caterpillars native to your area in the leaves and blooms of those plants.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
Interesting Aphid Facts You Probably Didn’t Know
Did you know that aphids are one of the most common types of insects in the world? There are thousands of different species, and they can be found on every continent except Antarctica. Despite their abundance, there are still some things about aphids that might surprise you.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
Squirrels VS Chipmunk
Squirrels vs chipmunks differences are often difficult to tell. Since they look closely alike, how do you tell them apart? What do they eat? Where can they be found? Can any be kept as a pet? And, of course, does anyone pose danger to you? Let’s take a look.
By Heather Whitney4 years ago in Earth
Landart and the Sublime
Landart and the Sublime "Gandalf could be seen, glimmering in the gloom; he seemed small, and altogether alone: grey and bent, like a wizened tree before the onset of a storm." This famous scene from J.R.R. Tolkien's The Fellowship of the Ring conjures images of terror and magnificence along with the great strength of a single man confronting the Balrog, a servant of the dark. Tolkien put in words that which we have difficulty understanding while in the moment of experiencing the sublime. As a professor of English language and literature, Tolkien knew what literary theorists had designated as the sublime. It is also likely that Tolkien was equally knowledgeable about the sublime in art. He may have seen John Martin's The Great Day of His Wrath (1851 - 3). This painting, the third in Martin's Judgement Series, depicts St. John The Divine's fantastic account of the Last Judgement given in Revelations. Confronting the Balrog and the great storm of His Wrath are expressions of the sublime. While literary theorists and art historians have leaned toward terror and magnificence, there are others that have looked upon the majesty, wonder, and beauty of our world in awe. Often experiencing a profound mix of emotions and engulfed in the wonder of it all we find ourselves contemplating our place in this vast world and the universe. Land Art is an extension of the sublime depicted in literature and art to an actual experience of the sublime in nature.
By Rebecca A Hyde Gonzales4 years ago in Earth
