What It's Really Like To Be A National Park Ranger
So, what's it really like to work as a National Park Ranger? Here's what you need to know.
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The Yellowstone Volcano Theory That Would Change Everything
Yellowstone National Park's highly active subterranean volcanos have been home to some of the most seismic eruptions to ever take place on Earth. -
The Truth About The Deadliest Flower In The World
When it comes to poisonous flowers, you may be inclined to think that the deadliest specimens come from exotic tropical locales, but you'd be wrong. -
Here's What Happened To The Footage Of Steve Irwin's Death
By the time Steve Irwin died, the cameraman had stopped filming. According to Irwin's longtime filming partner, the stingray "started stabbing wildly." -
The Weird History Of The Garden Cemetery Movement
During the Victorian era, overcrowded graveyards and changing attitudes about death brought about the rise of garden cemeteries. This is their weird history. -
Zookeepers Who Died Tragically On The Job
When things go wrong in a zoo, it is often dramatic, grisly, and even tragic. Here are some unfortunate zookeepers who died tragically on the job. -
Plants That Are Near Extinction
Today, plants are also going extinct at an alarming rate. Let's talk about a handful of the plant species that are facing extinction — you might be surprised. -
National Park Mysteries That Will Keep You Up At Night
When you enjoy the great outdoors courtesy of your closest national park, be warned: these are the national park mysteries that will keep you up at night. -
How Many Volcanic Eruptions Have Occurred At Yellowstone?
The super volcano at Yellowstone has erupted dozens of times in the past 2 million years, but three of those were giant events that stood out from the rest. -
The Bizarre Truth About Corpse Flowers
Specimens of corpse flowers exist all over the world. What are they all about, anyway? -
The Most Dangerous Bears To Ever Exist
Most people can agree on the fact that a bear is dangerous. And bear attacks are increasing worldwide. Here is a list of the most dangerous bears. -
The Truth About Yellowstone's Zone Of Death
Yellowstone National Park rests at the intersection of three states, and a legal loophole has created a potential Zone of Death. -
The Unexpected Relationship Between Wolves And Ravens
Wolves and ravens share a mutually beneficial relationship when it comes to food and survival in the wild with ravens sometimes being called "wolf birds." -
The History Of The National Christmas Tree Explained
For a century, the National Christmas Tree has been an institution in the USA's holiday celebration. -
The Untold Truth Of The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
The lighting of the Christmas tree in New York City's Rockefeller Center has been a holiday tradition since 1933, but the origins of the tree itself go back two years earlier. In 1931, with the country in the grips of the Great Depression, Center employees decided to spread a little holiday cheer. -
This Is The Oldest Bonsai Tree In The World
Age is a virtue when it comes to bonsai trees. -
What You Didn't Know About Bonsai Trees
Bonsais are not a type of tree. It's an art form traditionally practiced in Japan and influenced by Buddhism. -
The Truth About The Most Dangerous Tree In The World
The world's most dangerous tree takes the form of the manchineel, typically found in Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and of course, Florida. -
This Is The Most Expensive Flower In The World
There are lots of nominees for "most expensive flower," and the ground shifts considerably in terms of when the petals are being estimated. -
The Reason Wasabi Is One Of The Hardest Plants To Grow
In the wild, wasabi grows exclusively on the rocky banks of cold, freshwater rivers. The plants are as finicky as pandas: the water has a temperature range of only about 9 degrees; sun is important, but not too much sun. -
Plants Use 'An Internet Of Fungus' To Communicate
Sadly, you won't find many real-world examples of giant Venus fly traps snacking on demented dentists and convincing Rick Moranis to keep quiet about it. -
Who Was The First Non-Native American To See Yellowstone?
According to the National Parks Service, the area now known as Yellowstone National Park has been home to humans for more than 11,000 years, with the Shoshone Tukudeka tribe making use of the land long before Europeans. Who was the first outsider to look out upon the majesty of Yellowstone? -
The Truth About All Of Yellowstone's Geyser-Related Deaths
If you've ever visited Yellowstone, you'll be aware of its two main features. First: signs warning against dangerous behaviors. Second: next to every one of those signs, there are tourists doing exactly what the signs say not to. Here's the truth about Yellowstone's geyser-related deaths. -
Why The World's Largest Flower Smells Like Rotting Corpses
Who knows why you're hellbent on nabbing the world's biggest flower? Maybe you need to apologize to your significant other for making the world's biggest mistake. But here it is. Meet Rafflesia arnoldii, heavyweight champion of the world of flowers. -
Plants Release Ultrasonic 'Screams' When Stressed
If a tree lands in the forest, but no one is around to hear it, does it make noise? That answer might depend on how upset the tree was about falling. In 2019, Live Science reported that at least some species of plant seem to release "scream[s]" at frequencies humans can't hear when under stress. -
What Would Happen To Life On Earth If Plants Suddenly Disappeared?
What would happen to life on Earth if plants suddenly disappeared? Well, no one would ever have to eat Brussels sprouts again, that's for sure. But for the most part, the outlook for planet Earth in the absence of plant life is pretty terrible. Worse yet, Nature tells us we're already halfway there. -
What Happens When A Snake Tries To Eat Itself?
Actual snakes sometimes try to eat their actual tails. What happens when a snake tries to eat itself?
