Sharalee Armitage Howard was shocked when the century-old tree in front of her house withered away. At that point, it was part of her life, for he had always been there, in front of her bedroom window, for as long as she could remember. One day, however, …

The magnificence of nature surpasses our wildest imagination. We need not search for paradise when we are engulfed in it. Amidst the abundant beauty of nature surrounding us, there exist rare natural gems that remain secluded in their scenic belt. One …

This is the incredible moment when a photographer who was hunting for a great grey owl came across one that was perfectly camouflaged and blended into the bark of the tree. 45-year-old, Canada-based amateur photographer James S. Batuigas came upon the …

What a turtle-y awesome guy… (sorry) There’s seven different species of sea turtles in the world and because marine turtle fishing is still legal in most areas, nearly all of them are endangered. Most of us will hear this news and feel sad, but then get …

Stone House in Celorico de Basto, Northern Portugal. It is called Casa do Penedo (House of the Rock) because it was built from four large boulders that serve as the foundation, walls and ceiling of the house. Constructed in 1972. When looking at the house …

There’s no doubt that miniature-sized things always gain the most attention. And what if these adorably cute miniature-sized things are actual living animals. Sounds impossible to imagine a miniature-sized animal? We are talking about finger monkeys. …

Two fishermen got the shock of their lives when they stumbled across a huge sunfish washed up on a deserted beach. They found the creature 25km east of the River Murray mouth – a popular fishing and holiday destination in South Australia. Supervisor Steven …

In the heart of West Sumatra’s dense forest, a peculiar parasitic flower blooms as the year comes to a close. With a staggering diameter of 44 inches, the Rafflesia tuan-mudae is the largest recorded bloom of its kind, also known as the corpse flower …

There are only a few constructions in nature that can provide a sense of coziness and warmth quite like bird nests. If you take a look at these nests, you can see the intricacy and craftsmanship required to build them. These treetop homes are built with …

In the heart of the Australian outback, in Winton, Queensland, lies a treasure trove of petrified wood embedded with turquoise opal. Gemstones are coveted for their unique properties and brilliant hues, and opal in particular has long captured the imagination …