1.15 to 2.41 million tonnes – That’s the amount of plastic that has been estimated to enter the ocean from rivers each year! More than half of this plastic is less dense than the water, which results in it not sinking when it reaches the sea. The more buoyant and tougher plastics are more resilient […]
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Jumping Jewels: 15 Exotic Frogs and Toads to Delight and Amaze
Ah, the enchanting and enigmatic frog and toad! With their wide, soulful eyes, these creatures have a way of captivating our hearts and minds. From the delicate trilling of a tree frog to the guttural bellowing of a toad, their vocalizations are a symphony of sound that fills the air. But it’s not just their […]
LEAFY SEA DRAGON, A VISUALLY SPECTACULAR SEA CREATURE WITH INCREDIBLE CAMOUFLAGE
Our vast oceans still have a large extent that remain unexplored and till this day, we might not be aware of all the various species of fascinating sea creatures lurking in the dark depths and which we know nothing about. However, humans have been lucky enough to witness the exquisite beauty of this intriguing small […]
These Tree Houses Are So Beautiful That You Would Want To Move In
Three Story Treehouse (British Columbia, Canada) 2. Mirror Tree House (Sweden) 3. The Bird’s Nest Tree House (Sweden) 4. The HemLoft Treehouse (Whistler, Canada) 5. Treehouse in Muskoka (Ontario, Canada) 6. Minister’s Treehouse (Crossville, Tennessee, USA) 7. Yellow Treehouse Restaurant 8. Treehouse in Seattle (USA) 9. Free Spirit Sphere Treehouses (Canada) 10. Treehouse by Takashi […]
20 of the Largest Insects in the World
The largest group of insects that ever existed are the Meganisoptera (commonly but incorrectly referred to as Protodonata) or Griffenflies. They were predatory flying insects with wingspan of 12 – 75 cm. Like dragonflies, to which they were related, they had long narrow bodies, huge eyes, and strong jaws and spiny legs for grasping prey. […]
20 night blooming flowers to help you create a magical moon garden
A moon garden is simply a garden that is meant to be enjoyed by the light of the moon, or at nighttime. Moon garden designs include white or lightly colored blooms that open at night, plants that release sweet fragrances at night, and/or plant foliage that adds a unique texture, color or shape at night. […]
20 MOST BEAUTIFUL MOTH SPECIES
There are around 160,000 unique moth species, and very often we tend to get carried away by the generalized idea that moths are pests and look scary, rather than a really beautiful creature full of wonderful characteristics. Some species have truly vibrant colours and shapes that rival those of butterflies. Here are 20 of the […]
6 Foods You Buy Once And Regrow A Few Times – How to regrow vegetables
A sustainable food system is a collaborative network that integrates several components in order to enhance a community’s environmental, economic and social well-being. – Community Research Connections When one is born and raised in a developed nation, such as the United States or Canada, food is provided and consumed with minimal effort. The negative consequence […]
Standing up against bullies – Powerful and heart-warming short video
A moving short movie about a red-haired schoolboy who is bullied by other classmates because of the colour of his hair. Until one day, someone else decides to stand by him and let him know he has every right to be different. Are we ready to be supportive of those who need us, to let […]
A Secret Island Where Everyone Lives Completely Off-grid: Lasqueti — One Hour from Vancouver
Lasqueti is a small island between Vancouver and Vancouver Island, home to a little known community of off-gridders who take pride in their isolation from both mainstream culture and mainland Canada. In this short documentary film, a journalist from 16×9 News goes to meet some of Lasqueti’s characters and find out more about life on this beautiful […]