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Earth's mysterious red glow, explained - Zoe Pierrat

AdultsEducationScienceSpace...
Explore the phenomenon and uses of chlorophyll fluorescence, a small amount of light emitted by plants during photosynthesis.

The rise of the planet of the trilobites - Nigel Hughes

AdultsAnimalsLifeNature...
Discover the creatures known as trilobites, one of Earth’s most successful early animals, and find out what led to their extinction.

MinuteEarth Explains: How Did Whales Get So Big? | Book Trailer

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It’s packed with the clever explanations, adorable illustrations, and quirky humor you love from MinuteEarth – all in hard-cover form! Explore science and fun facts about animals, plants, microbes and more from all over Earth (and beyond).

Why These Bears “Waste” Food

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Optimal foraging theory means that turning down food is sometimes more efficient than eating it - but even then, what’s “wasted” doesn’t necessarily go to waste.

The Fish That Hunts Pigeons | Planet Earth II | BBC Earth

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The pigeon's lack of fear has lead to an unexpected predator appearing...

Autumn in Canada | National Geographic

AdultsLifeNatureWorld
Ontario and Quebec are a fall lovers delight. The leaves paint the landscape and outdoor adventures await. Partner Content for Destination Canada.

The sharks that hunt in forests

AdultsEducationLifeNature
Discover the unique adaptations of marine forests, the ecosystems that provide food and shelter for sharks and diverse coastal species.

Raising Cute Pandas: It's Complicated | National Geographic

AdultsAnimalsEducationNature
Giant panda cubs are adorable fluff balls that squeak and squeal. This endangered species is also incredibly tricky to breed and raise in captivity. In the 1960s, only 30 percent of infant pandas born at breeding centers survived. Today 90 percent survive. So, what changed?

What’s in the air you breathe? - Amy Hrdina and Jesse Kroll

AdultsHealthHumanNature
Together, nitrogen, oxygen and argon make up 99.93% of our air. So what’s the other .07%? Find out what makes up the air you breathe.

British Columbia's Fall Trip | National Geographic

AdultsLifeNatureTravel
Home to one of Canada's most notorious wine regions, British Columbia is a true destination for wine lovers. There's also iconic mountains, waterfalls, and parks to explore. Partner Content for Destination Canada.

How do wind turbines work?

AdultsNatureScienceTechnology...
Explore how wind turbines convert wind into electricity, and the challenges of powering the world entirely with wind energy.

Whatever happened to acid rain? - Joseph Goffman

AdultsHistoryLifeNature...
Discover what causes acid rain, and how scientists were able to largely eliminate this major environmental threat.

The Secret Culture of Orcas | Podcast | Overheard at National Geographic

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Scientists are discovering that orcas, among the most social and intelligent of marine animals, have unique family structures and behaviors, passed from one generation to the next.

The surprising secrets of hummingbird flight

AdultsAnimalsLifeNature...
Dig into the incredible fighting, feeding, and flying capabilities of hummingbirds.

What’s the best fuel for your car?

AdultsAutomotiveNatureScience...
Dig into which fuel— gasoline, electric, biofuels, or electrofuels— is both affordable for consumers and sustainable for the planet.

How Wildfires Generate "Never-Ending" Storms

AdultsEcologyEnvironmentNature...
Under the right conditions, wildfires can form clouds and generate firestorms, which last far longer than normal thunderstorms.

Four Reasons Our Brains Suck At Pandemics

AdultsHumanNaturePsychology...
You can read Bill & Melinda Gates' 2021 letter at http://gatesnot.es/3opAPWK​ Certain cognitive biases cause humans to make unsafe decisions in a pandemic, making a terrible disease even worse.