The Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius), commonly called the hippo, is the third-largest land mammal, after elephants and white rhinos. It is a large semi-aquatic mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa. Although the hippo bears a physical resemblance to pigs and other terrestrial even-toed ungulates, the closest living relatives of the Hippopotamidae are cetaceans (whales, dolphins, porpoises, etc.), […]
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18 Most Beautiful Crystals And Minerals You’ve Ever Seen
Nature has so many wonderful things to offer like magnificent landscapes, mountains, rivers, lakes and waterfalls. However, we tend to forget about the smaller things, since they are not immediately visible as they are hidden underground. Here, we are referring to the world of crystals and minerals, which can be of unique and striking beauty. […]
These Stunning Hyperrealistic Paintings Of Nature Look Like Incredibly Detailed Photographs
An Jung-Hwan, a talented Korean artist, creates incredibly realistic paintings of nature depicting lush forests, serene meadows, and rugged mountains. Hyperrealism is a genre of painting and sculpture that looks a lot like a high-resolution photograph. Also, hyperrealism is considered an advancement of Photorealism by the methods used to create the resulting paintings or sculptures. […]
Orphaned Rhino Calf And Baby Zebra Form An Unexpected Bond After Being Rescued
In early December 2021, an orphaned baby rhino was found by rangers in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, fighting to survive and with its umbilical cord still attached. The rhino calf, estimated to be less than a day old when it was discovered, was extremely weak and unable to stand. She had to be transported […]
14 Intriguing Orchid Species That Look Like Something Entirely Different
The Orchid family (Orchidaceae) with 25,000 to 30, 000 different species that exist, are the largest family of plants in the entire world. Orchid species vary considerably in appearance, whether in size, weight, color or shape. Although they are part of a huge family, many orchids are critically endangered and can be rarely seen in […]
Master Fruit Carver Creates Astounding Food Sculptures Too Beautiful To Be Eaten
Famous for his award-winning food sculptures, master fruit carver Daniele Barresi transforms a variety of fruits and vegetables into exquisite sculptures. The Italian-trained chef, who is now based in Sydney, creates intricate patterns and arrangements using everything from melons to broccoli and cheese. He can carve out elaborate sculptures of animals and embroidery from fruits […]
Talented Artist Crafts Unbelievably Realistic Animals Out Of Wool Through Needle Felting
Needle felting sounds like something of a complex nature, but this form of craft can result in some incredibly beautiful designs. And this is a craft that Russian artist Anna Yastrezhembovskaya has mastered.Indeed, she has been crafting adorable, and very realistic needle-felted animals by hand, from miniatures to sometimes life-sized copies, while ensuring that each […]
12 Of The Most Spectacular Hummingbirds In The World
There are about 338 different species of hummingbirds found only in the Americas. What makes them unique is their exceptional ability to hover for extended periods of time and even fly backwards. Despite their tiny physique, the male hummingbirds are among the most flamboyant birds in the world, often sporting an array of brilliantly colored […]
Best 25 Photos Of The 2022 Storm Photos Of The Year Competition
The second annual Storm Photos of the Year competition has announced its winners for 2022. Affectionately called “The Stormys”, the competition is organized by seasoned storm/landscape photographer Mike Olbinski. The well-known photographer created this annual competition as a means to provide more recognition to the dedication of both professional and amateur storm photographers. Storm photography […]
Meet The Tibetan Fox, A Rarely Sighted Animal With A Unique Facial Expression
With its uniquely square-shaped face and small, triangular ears set close to its head, the Tibetan fox (Vulpes ferrilata) has an appearance that really sets it apart. Not to mention, its very peculiar facial expression that seems to be conveying looks of disapproval…or annoyance! Its intense stare make it seems like it’s totally unimpressed with […]