Nicaragua, the largest country in Central America, is home to exceptional biodiversity. Its 68 terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems support over 14,000 species of invertebrates and around 1,800 species of vertebrates. However, habitat degradation, fragmentation, and loss have placed many of Nicaragua’...
Antarctica, the southernmost continent on Earth, spans approximately 14 million square kilometers. It is one of the coldest, most remote, and least inhabited places on the planet. Despite its harsh conditions, this frozen continent is home to a surprising number of unique and resilient animal specie...
Covering over 70% of the Earth's surface, the oceans play a critical role in shaping the planet's climate and sustaining life. Ocean currents regulate weather patterns, and marine ecosystems support an astonishing level of biodiversity. Even today, many marine species remain undiscovered or...
Costa Rica, located in Central America within the tropical zone, boasts an extraordinary level of biodiversity. Despite its small size, the country is home to approximately 6% of the world’s total species, making it one of the most biologically rich countries on the planet. However, increasing huma...
Argentina, the eighth-largest country in the world by land area, is home to a spectacular variety of landscapes and climates—from the Andes mountains to the Atlantic coast, tropical jungles to Patagonian plains. This geographic diversity results in 18 distinct ecoregions, each hosting unique biodiv...
The Canary Islands, a Spanish archipelago known for its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystems, is home to numerous endemic species. Unfortunately, several of these native animals are now at risk of extinction. According to Spain’s National Catalogue of Endangered Species (CNEA), 15 species are cu...
Despite its small territory, El Salvador boasts exceptional biodiversity due to its tropical location along the Pacific Ocean. However, around 75% of its land is used for agricultural and livestock activities. Combined with climate change and environmental degradation, this has led to a sharp declin...
The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world, stretching across most of North Africa. With a surface area of over 9 million square kilometers—similar in size to China or the United States—it is an extreme environment where temperatures can reach up to 54 °C (129 °F) during the day...
Climate change is one of the most significant threats facing Earth’s ecosystems today. Scientists warn that up to 50% of all species could become extinct if climate change is not halted in time. Extreme weather, melting glaciers, disrupted ecosystems, and broken food chains are rapidly pushing many...
Latin America is a region rich in diverse landscapes, cultures, traditions—and also in unique animal species. However, like many creatures around the world, Latin American wildlife is increasingly threatened by human activity and environmental changes. In this article, we explore more than 30 speci...
When it comes to surface area, the United States ranks as the fourth largest country in the world. This immense territory spans a wide range of geographic regions and includes nearly every type of climate—from the icy tundras of Alaska to the arid deserts of the Southwest and the tropical wetlands...
Spain is one of the most biodiverse countries in Europe due to its unique geographical location, wide range of climates, varied topography, and rich ecosystems. Among the approximately 92,000 documented species found in the country, nearly 40,000 are plant species and between 50,000–60,000 are anim...
Australia is home to an extraordinary number of endemic animal species—unique creatures that exist nowhere else on Earth. From koalas and platypuses to kangaroos and some of the world’s most venomous snakes, the Australian wild hosts an iconic array of biodiversity. Unfortunately, many of these sp...
Have you ever wondered how many animals live beneath our feet? There’s an entire underground world full of fascinating creatures that spend most—or even all—of their lives below the surface. These subterranean animals have adapted over time to environments with little light and oxygen. In this un...
Although Oceania is the smallest and least populated continent in the world, it is home to Australia and Papua New Guinea—two of the roughly 20 megadiverse countries on the planet. With its immense variety of species, Oceania is a paradise for biologists and researchers, who frequently report on th...
Natural silk is a highly valuable and coveted material. In the textile industry, it stands out for its soft touch, unparalleled drape, and signature sheen—alongside its thermal properties, hypoallergenic nature, and moisture absorption abilities.It might seem like silk is the perfect fabric. Every...
Caves may seem dark, unwelcoming, and even hostile to life, but they are home to a fascinating array of animals. Some are well-known, while others remain undiscovered or little studied. Both terrestrial and underwater caves host unique species that have evolved extraordinary adaptations to survive i...
lanet Earth is incredibly rich in biodiversity, to the extent that even its most inhospitable places—where there is no sunlight, barely any oxygen, frigid temperatures close to 0°C, and immense water pressure—harbor life. The deep ocean, a realm largely untouched by humans, is home to some of the...
In a fast-paced world where speed and efficiency are often considered essential, some creatures continue to live life in the slow lane—and that's not a bad thing. These animals move at their own rhythm, often due to evolutionary adaptations that help them survive in specific environments.Below,...
It’s astonishing to consider that animals can survive in the harsh conditions of mountainous environments—low atmospheric pressure, thin oxygen, frigid temperatures, and rugged terrain. However, contrary to common belief, many species not only live in the mountains but have evolved specialized ada...