Nature

Aquatic Warble “Acrocephalus paludicola”

Aquatic Warbler is medium size bird about 12.5 cm in length. It is skulking waterside warbler. Recalls Sedge Warbler in size and in having streaked upperparts and very obvious...

Chirruping Wedgebill (Psophodes cristatus)

Chirruping Wedgebill (Psophodes cristatus) is named for its short, tapered, finch-like bills. This is the most communal of the...

The Sapphire-rumped Parrotlet

Description: A small Sapphire-rumped Parrotlet (Touit purpuratus) is one of two similar but allopatric Touit parrotlets with brown...

Purslane (Portulaca oleracea)

Description: The purslane plant (Portulaca oleracea) is a very common weed in moist, sandy soils. However, French gardeners...

Goldenseal – An Effective Herb as Medicine

Goldenseal - An Effective Herb as Medicine Think about this if you're unsure whether herbs can heal as well...

The Melodic American Robin Sound

The American Robin sound is a familiar and beloved sight in many parts of North America. Observing this bird in nature is not only...

Krkonose National Park – An Arctic Island in Europe!

Krkonose National Park is a unique mosaic ecosystem of the Czech Republic considered the most valuable natural area in central Europe. Due to its...

Why It’s Easier to Succeed with Avocado Than You Might Think

Avocado (Persea americana) has been referred to as the most nutritious of all fruits. It has gained worldwide recognition and significant volume in international...

Phlox Flower – A Glory of Summer Garden

Most people are familiar with the tall Phlox Flower that is the glory of the summer garden. The Phlox Flower has big clusters of...

The Red-crowned ant tanager

Red-crowned ant tanager “Habia rubica” The dim underwood of the tropical rainforest is not an environment that favors the production of intense colors in either...

Taiwan Blue Magpie “Long Tailed Mountain Lady”

The beautiful Taiwan Blue Magpie (Urocissa caerulea), is famous as the Taiwan Magpie or Formosan Blue Magpie or the "long-tailed mountain lady" who is...

The White Lily Stands Purity for Centuries

The white lily has stood for purity for centuries. The lily is also a sign of the resurrection, and as such, is the Easter...

Shy Heathwren- Discover the Hidden Beauty of This Elusive Bird

The Shy heathwren (Hylacola cauta) is endemic to Australia and a member of the Acanthizidae family. Shy heathwren replaces the Chestnut-rumped in southern Australia's heathy...

What Causes Lightning and Thunder

It is interesting to know what causes lightning and thunder. Lightning and thunder are due to the giant electrical show inside storm clouds. Contrary...

The Beautiful Flowers of the Shingle Beach

Flowers that grow by the sea must cope with exposure to wind and salt spray. Those living on Shingle Beach also have to adapt...