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Have you heard about the edible jelly ear fungus?
The jelly ear fungus (Auricularia auricula-judae) resembles the human ear. Also known as the wood ear, the brown-colored jelly ear…
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Where does Delonix regia grow? How to plant the fiery tree
Delonix regia, commonly known as the Royal Poinciana or Flamboyant, is a species of flowering plant native to the African…
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Mystery of Dead Man’s Fingers: Where Do They Grow?
Suppose you’re hiking through a wooded area in upstate New York or the famous Appalachian Trail and stumble upon clusters…
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Usambara Three-Horned Chameleon gives birth like a mammal
With three long, spiky horns and a body colored for camouflage, the Usambara three-horned chameleon (Trioceros deremensis) could pass for…
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Is the Dragon Blood Tree dangerous? Separating fact from fiction
Native to the Socotra Archipelago in the Arabian Sea, the Dragon Blood Tree, scientifically known as Dracaena cinnabari, is an…
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The beauty of Madagascar’s giant Baobab trees
The Grandidier’s Baobabs (Palmate adansonia) are giant trees indigenous to Africa. Nicknamed the “mother of the forest,” this species of…
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Ten best autumn landscapes in the USA
Autumn in the United States is a season of breathtaking transformations. The nation’s landscapes turn into vivid canvases painted with…
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The inspiring journey of Julia Butterfly Hill and her 738-day tree-sit
Imagine spending two years perched on the upper branches of an ancient redwood tree, battling the elements, and doing everything…
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The Okapi: A striking fusion of appearances, yet a unique species
There is no denying that at first glance, the okapi (Okapia johnstoni) may lead many to believe they’re observing an…
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