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[ 2006-12-19 ]
What has the beak of a bird, the spines of a hedgehog, the gait of a reptile, the pouch of a marsupial, and the lifespan of an elephant? If you answered an echidna, you are correct! Echidnas may not be the most famous creatures on this planet, but fossils dating back to 100 million years ago prove that they’ve been around a long time. Elusive and enigmatic, these “spiny anteaters” have bewildered scientists and wildlife enthusiasts for centuries. by Emma Snow
[ 2006-12-19 ]
While lumbering herds of elephants and stalking Bengal tigers capture the imagination of most animal lovers, we often neglect the nature closest to us. Sometimes we need a reminder that we are part of a habitat, and that the miracle of life exists under our very noses. Educator and naturalist Carolyn Duckworth has said, “If you want to understand and become connected to your environment, keeping a field journal is one of the fastest ways to accomplish this goal.” by Emma Snow
[ 2006-12-19 ]
It is August on the coast of Iceland, and the air is filled with the deep garbled growls of hundreds of puffins. The social birds have come to shore for the short breeding season, and the rocky banks are dotted with their squat, football-shaped bodies. From the ocean bursts a shiny five-year-old male carrying a dozen small herring in his beak. Flapping his wings mightily, he rises from the waves to the rocky cliffs where a hungry chick waits silently in a burrow hidden in the rocks. by Emma Snow
[ 2006-12-19 ]
The sun hangs leaden in the sky over the frozen tundra of the high arctic. Flat expanses of land are dotted with low-growing shrubs dusted with frost. From the south a herd of musk oxen loiter along, digging away the icy surface of the ground to reach nutritious lichen and ground plants, oblivious as eight stealthy white figures move in around them. by Emma Snow
[ 2006-12-19 ]
The kangaroo is a singular creature. What other animal can jump a distance of 28 feet, or a height of 6 feet? What other animal can hop at speeds of 43 miles per hour? What other animal uses its muscular tail as a third “leg” to help balance and stabilize and holds kickboxing matches to determine breeding rights? There’s only one animal that fits this description—the kangaroo. by Emma Snow
[ 2006-12-19 ]
“Look, it’s a monkey!” the father says to his son, pointing at the caged chimpanzee sitting with his back to the onlookers. The information sheet posted on the wall corrects the misnomer, but I doubt the man will read it. Sure enough, the pair strolls forward to look at the next ‘monkey,’ which is really an orangutan.
by Emma Snow
[ 2006-12-19 ]
“There are two forms of nature. One is the nature you see every day. The other aspect of nature is something very distant, very remote. You don’t see it, but you know it’s there. It’s spiritual. It has to do with imagination, with soul. Without this kind of nature our daily life may not change, but something—soul—is missing.”
~Michio Hashimo, caribou watcher by Emma Snow
[ 2006-12-19 ]
Few spectacles symbolize autumn better than a gang of Canada Geese crossing a cloudy sky in V-formation. Common throughout most of North America, Canada Geese live around ponds, rivers, and lake shores where they feed on aquatic grass, roots, and young sprouts, as well as corn and grain. A strong inward pull called instinct urges these waterfowl into the skies to make this great annual southward migration. But instinct does not determine the route the birds take. Canada Geese migrate in family groups, and they will travel the same route year after year. The young geese learn the route from their parents, and use the same route in subsequent years with their own young. by Emma Snow
[ 2006-12-18 ]
We are all familiar with dolphins, whales and sharks; we know what tuna and snapper look like, but what about some less familiar fish such as lizardfish, giant squid, or blind eels? There are so many lesser known animals in the depths of the ocean that we hear little or nothing about most times, it is interesting to investigate a few of these creatures and understand them a little more. by Emma Snow
[ 2006-12-18 ]
We all know what wolves and coyotes look like, and nearly everyone is familiar with bears, deer and turtles; what about some less familiar animals such as capybara, kiwi, or tapirs? There are so many lesser known animals on this planet that we hear little or nothing about most times, it is interesting to investigate a few of these creatures and understand them a little more. by
[ 2006-12-17 ]
The official hurricane forecast for 2007 has been published. The news is ominous. by -- --
[ 2006-12-13 ]
Biofriendly’s Green Plus Achieves Significant Reductions in Emissions While Improving Fuel Economy by
[ 2006-12-03 ]
Learn how to prevent global warming with four easy steps. You'll quickly be able to reduce your global warming impact, and you'll learn how you can get others involved in preventing global warming along with you! by David Kelsall
[ 2006-11-17 ]
Presents the environmental benefits of using inflatable buildings. The environmental impact of inflatable buildings is compared with conventional structures. by Davinos Greeno
[ 2006-11-16 ]
I have to admit, I am becoming obsessed with checking where my food comes from and this is driving my partner mad. by Davinos Greeno
[ 2006-11-07 ]
Once a distant technology that just sat on roofs that a few green minded people used, solar power has become a trendy tool we can hold in our hands. Sunlight - solar energy - can be used to generate electricity, provide hot water, and to heat, cool, and light buildings. by Davinos Greeno
[ 2006-11-07 ]
According to the Guardian (Monday March 27, 2006) the overwhelming majority of leaders at last week's European Union summit, by Davinos Greeno
[ 2006-11-07 ]
Most of us feel guilty if we do not take the trouble to wash and sort all those reusable plastics, papers and tins. by James Marriot
[ 2006-11-06 ]
Biofuel sector is offering many advantages on a platter. It is generating a pool of job opportunities in farming and soon, this is going to be the domain of energy crops (those crops that are used to produce biofuel). by Aurel Radulescu
[ 2006-11-05 ]
As their name implies, fruit trees are simply trees that bear fruit. This may include apple, cherry, citrus (i.e., orange and lemon), durian, mango, morello cherry, pear, peach, nectarine and plum. by Davinos Greeno
[ 2006-11-02 ]
According to the Energy Saving Trust, the UK has 40% of Europe's total wind energy. by Peter Philip
[ 2006-10-30 ]
Africa is blessed with great wildlife that loams freely in its natural habitat. The annual wildebeest migration from Serengeti in Tanzania to Masai Mara in Kenya is one of the most interesting wildlife spectacles in the Savannahs of East Africa, all in search for greener pastures. by Mashubi Rochell
[ 2006-10-14 ]
The future of the earth lies in our hands, and not only in our hands but in our hearts, our minds, and in the ability that each of us has to contribute to the vast network of light and of consciousness of which we form a part. by Mashubi Rochell
[ 2006-10-12 ]
There is a great transformation going on upon the earth that will alter the ways in which human beings interact with each other as well as the ways in which each perceives themselves to be related to the rest of humanity. by James Marriot
[ 2006-10-09 ]
Opening up of the Indian economy to the world market, in the era of liberalization, has certainly boosted the trade in several livestock products of the country. Successful negotiations of GATT have provided India an opportunity of competing on an equal footing in the world livestock trade. by Donna Andrews
[ 2006-09-25 ]
Recruitment within the Climate Change and Energy division has seen a boom within the first half of 2006. Consultancies, Developers and Utilities are all facing the challenge of how the can compete with each other to win the best candidates to fill their requirements, clearly making this an employees market. by Davinos Greeno
[ 2006-09-11 ]
Well….. The greenhouse effect is the natural process by which the atmosphere traps some of the Sun's energy, warming the Earth enough to support life as we know it! by Davinos Greeno
[ 2006-09-11 ]
There is an emissions trading scheme in operation internationally but many people aren’t aware by Davinos Greeno
[ 2006-09-11 ]
This seems to be mentioned in the papers almost every day recently. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-27 ]
In any discussion of energy, the subject of carbon fuels comes quickly to the forefront. Are they good or bad for us? Do they cause global warming? Before entering the debate, just what are carbon fuels? by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-27 ]
Currently, there is a great debate in our society surrounding carbon fuels. To understand the issues associated with them, one first needs to understand the process in forming carbon fuels. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-27 ]
Because of carbon fuels, we have gone from a horse and buggy lifestyle to the digital revolution. Understand the history of carbon fuels, and you understand the advancements in our way of life. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-27 ]
Any discussion of carbon fuels tends to carry the assumption they are all the same. There are, however, many different types of carbon fuels comprising this energy source. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-26 ]
Ah, the evil carbon fuels. Carbon fuels that were once exalted as the power source for the industrial revolution are now demonized because of global warming. There are, however, positive aspects to carbon fuels. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-18 ]
It goes without saying that there is often an inherent conflict between science and economies. Emission trading is an interesting effort in the global warming arena. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-18 ]
Wind power is an incredibly clean renewable power source. To capture the energy in wind, wind farms are used. So, how about wind farm efficiency? by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-18 ]
In the ongoing energy debate, biomass energy is getting a lot of play among politicians. To understand the concept, it first helps to understand the bio pyramid. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-18 ]
Mention solar power to someone and they immediately think of solar panels. A parabolic solar oven, however, has a much more practical use when it comes to feeding ourselves. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-18 ]
The beauty of the Hawaiian Islands is undisputed. If you look closely at the lush green hills, you might just see wind farms producing energy for homes and business at the beach. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-18 ]
Just the other day, I experienced the nauseating sensation of driving down a pass into the air pollution in Los Angeles. We need clean air to be healthy, but these air pollution facts make me ill. by John Gibb
[ 2006-08-14 ]
The second most consumed beverage behind water is tea. Interestingly enough the 3,200,000 tones of tea produced worldwide come from only one plant species, named “camellia sinensis.” by John Gibb
[ 2006-08-14 ]
For people who suffer every morning from puffy eyes or have to cover the bags under their eyes, apart from purchasing expensive cosmetic creams to reduce the symptoms perhaps it is wise to try out one of the oldest natural remedies: a couple of tea bags. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-09 ]
For the first time since the oil shortages in the 1970s, efforts to convert to renewable energy have accelerated. In the case of wind power in Maine, this has caused an odd conflict. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-09 ]
If you have looked into solar energy as a method for heating your home, panels are usually the first things that come up. There are, however, other unique methods. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-09 ]
Many people look to hydrogen fuel cells as the answer to our energy issues. The only problem, of course, is creating usable hydrogen. Chocolate production may be the answer. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-09 ]
With renewable energy all the rage these days and fossil fuel costs soaring, solar energy is in the news. Here are some thoughts about solar as a viable energy platform. by Richard Solare
[ 2006-08-09 ]
Many a person, myself included, has gone on and on about the benefits of solar energy. While theoretical arguments are always interesting, what about daily applications? by John Gibb
[ 2006-08-07 ]
Invented in Gloucestershire, England around 1830 by freelance engineer Edwin Beard Budding (wikipedia), the lawn mower is an indispesable tool. by John Gibb
[ 2006-08-07 ]
An alarm clock is something everyone needs these days. There are many different kinds of alarm clocks today however, many of which come in the forms of mobile phones, handheld consoles, your stand alone watch, and your basic digital alarm clock. by John Gibb
[ 2006-08-07 ]
Artificial flowers are imitations of real flowers. They have been available for many years. Many people prefer these flowers for maintenance reasons |
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