Three of the presumably the most poisonous snake species on Earth

There are about 2,500 species of snakes in the world, of which more than 600 species are poisonous. But which snakes have the deadliest venom by far on Earth?
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The 10 oldest trees on Earth

Every simple thing what we are surrounded by have its own story, which can be short but also long. The most peaceful creatures of the Earth are the trees, and many cultures connected with them in many ways of mythology. The green trees are not just giving oxygen to us, but many of them survived the ages of human history. Here is a list ten of the oldest and most ancient trees on Earth.

The last virgin forest of Europe: the majestic Białowieża Forest

Before of the settlement of humans the most of the territory of North-eastern Europe was covered by ancient forests that have unfolded for thousands of kilometres on the great plains of the continent. These forests are almost lost for today and only survived in tiny and lonely hidden spots in mountain areas for example in the sides of the Carpathian Mountains. There is only one exception to this, the Białowieża Forest in the border area between Poland and Belorussia.

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Eight species that went extinct after the Millennium

The extinction of some species has always been associated with the passage of time, and we also know many mass extinctions that have followed the major world events, such as the disappearance of dinosaurs or the post-Ice Age. Nowadays, we are also hearing more and more about the adverse effects of the climate change, globalization, and the development of human civilization on the planet's ecosystem. Here are eight species that have gone extinct or been added to the list of extinct species in the last two decades.

Incredible ways animals can heal

Nature can be truly surprising sometimes, and thanks to the diversity of life on Earth, we can experience some incredible strategies that help animals and plants to survive. Below you can read about how some animals can manage to heal themselves in surprising ways.

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These animals are well off with a few bites of food for ages

Nature can be surprising sometimes, and when it comes to eating habits, it also shows us just how differently each species can use the amount of nutrition that they have gained. Us, mammals need plenty of energy to burn, because we need to heat out bodies, and most mammals also need to provide their more complex brains enough resources. But then again, there are some strange exceptions now and then...

5 facts not many people know about domesticated animal

While domesticated animals have been living with us since centuries, there are certain facts that most people don't know about them - especially nowadays. Below, we picked five facts that might surprise you as well!

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Here are five of the most incredible South African animals

South Africa is full of natural wonders, and for animal lovers, the country's incredible wildlife could be the most tempting attraction of all. From the cute and tiny meerkats to the majestic whales, there are dozens of species that wildlife enthusiasts would love to see in the national parks and on the coastlines of South Africa - here we picked five of the perhaps less-known, yet wonderful animals of this beautiful country.


5 succulents that look amazing

Succulents are dear to many plant lovers' hearts, and even though the most common species can bring a lovely green spot into our living spaces, some others are just incredible.

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