AmazingLife.Bio - Biological Science Education and Critical Thinking

Lucy Turner

Feb 14, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

The Brown Hyena (Hyaena brunnea)

The brown hyena is a majestic animal, but it is also the most endangered predator in Africa, urging us to learn more about them.

Lucy Turner

Feb 12, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

The Guinea Pig (Cavia porcellus)

Guinea pigs are massively popular pets, but that does not mean that there is not more than we can learn about them!

Dr. Reginald Finley, Sr., Ph.D.

Feb 1, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

The Coconut Crab (Birgus latro)

The Coconut crab is the largest terrestrial crab in the world! They can weigh up to 9lbs and can get over 3ft long.

Lucy Turner

Feb 1, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

Ethiopian wolves (Canis simensis)

These wolves are hard-working and form strong familial bonds. But they are also considered the most endangered canid. So let's learn more.

Stores Drop Coconut Products due to Forced Monkey Labor

Lucy Turner

Jan 28, 2021
2 min

Stores Drop Coconut Products due to Forced Monkey Labor

Target is the latest on the list of stores that are refusing to stock specific coconut-based products due to evidence of forced labor...

Lucy Turner

Jan 23, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

The Zebra (Hippotigris)

Zebras are odd-looking animals due to their striking stripes. But these herbivores are fascinating in many other ways as well.

New Zealand's Carnivorous Snails (Powelliphanta)

Lucy Turner

Jan 21, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

New Zealand's Carnivorous Snails (Powelliphanta)

These massive snails are a sight to behold, but you probably do not want to watch them in the middle of a meal.

Lucy Turner

Jan 18, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

Hedgehog Gall Wasp (Acraspis erinacei)

The gall wasp is an interesting specimen, interacting with a tree to create an egg sac. Let's find out more!

Lucy Turner

Jan 14, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

The Silkworm (Bombyx mori)

Silkworms are exploited for the silk that they create. But what more can we learn about them?

Lucy Turner

Jan 11, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

The Chameleon (Chamaeleonidae)

We all know that these reptiles change color, but you may be wrong about why they do it.

Lucy Turner

Jan 9, 2021
2 min

The White Oak (Quercus alba)

Unfinished white oak wood is a fairly light gray, with dark waves throughout. For this reason, the tree is called the white oak. It is a...

Lucy Turner

Jan 4, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

Rhinoceros (Family: Rhinocerotidae)

This giant animal has a lot going for it, but humans have been killing them off in extremes. But why? Let's find out.

Broad-footed Marsupial Mice (Antechinus)

Lucy Turner

Jan 1, 2021
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

Broad-footed Marsupial Mice (Antechinus)

These small mice are NSFW but are also very vulnerable to the effects of climate change.

Lucy Turner

Dec 27, 2020
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

The Common Holly (Ilex aquifolium)

Holly Is a staple holiday tradition plant for most people in the Northern Hemisphere. It is also toxic if consumed in high quantities.

Lucy Turner

Dec 27, 2020
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

Treehoppers (Membracidae family)

Treehoppers look like strange alien species, but there are a lot more to them than meets the eye.

Report Finds That More Than 300 Shark And Manta Ray Species Threatened with Extinction

Lucy Turner

Dec 21, 2020
3 min

SCIENCE NEWS

Report Finds That More Than 300 Shark And Manta Ray Species Threatened with Extinction

31 species now extinct and almost 30% all all live on earth is now threatened. Let's see what the new report by the IUCN can teach us.

Olotón, The Nitrogen Fixing Corn from Mexico

Lucy Turner

Dec 18, 2020
3 min

SCIENCE NEWS

Olotón, The Nitrogen Fixing Corn from Mexico

Olotón is a variety of corn grown by the Mixe indigenous community, which may help to reduce nitrogen fertilizer pollution

Lucy Turner

Dec 14, 2020
2 min

ORGANISM OF THE DAY

The Blue-footed Booby (Sula nebouxii)

This is a fascinating bird that has a rather unfortante name. Let's find out why they have such blue feet!

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