When we think of ecosystems with great natural richness, lush jungles and dense forests full of vegetation and abundant wildlife often come to mind first. Without a doubt, these environments represent some of the most biodiverse places on Earth.However, if we turn our eyes to deserts — landscapes t...
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...