A sky-watcher has snapped amazing photos of a rare cloud formation moving across the horizon like ocean waves. Image credit: Rachel Gordon/Facebook Rachel Gordon told BBC News she took the images from her parents’ back door in the US state of Wyoming. She then posted them to the Facebook page Wyoming through The Lens, from …
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Two substances previously not found on Earth have been identified and named. A slice of the El Ali meteorite that fell in Somalia in 2020. Image credit: University of Alberta A giant meteorite that fell in Somalia in 2020 contains at least two minerals that have never before been seen on our planet. The minerals …
Wilson’s bird-of-paradise is a stunningly beautiful bird. It rocks the world of birds with shimmering multi-colored plumage. Vivid scarlet back, brown wings, yellow mantle on the neck, and emerald green throat. This striking passerine bird also wears a fluorescent blue cap with black double cross patterns, making it conspicuous wherever it is. Additionally, it has …
The Palawan peacock-pheasant is an outstanding bird. It has iridescent blue-green plumage and Mohawk, making them conspicuous whenever they are. The black underparts and white stripes above (and below) the eyes also create more charm for this creature. This bird’s peacock-like tail with characteristic patterns is eye-catching, too. Unlike male birds with stunning features above, …
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The Magnificent riflebird is such an extraordinary bird! This species has velvet black plumage that makes it stand out from the crowd. More noticeably, its iridescent blue-green crown and triangle-shaped breast shield turn this bird into kings in its colony. It’s true that this riflebird is the most flamboyant member of the Paradisaeidae family. Take …
The Northern red bishop is an eye-piercing bird. This little bird wears a striking red coat with an ink-black sash, making it stand out from the crowd. As you can see, the back and neck of these bishop birds are brightly orange to red. Meanwhile, its head and belly are covered with dark black, creating …
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The flame bowerbird is such an outstanding bird. Put on a gorgeous coat of crimson and vibrant orange, these bowerbirds become conspicuous whenever they are. These stunning creatures have a crimson head and neck. Meanwhile, their back and belly are colored with vibrant orange. Some black feathers on the wings and tail also make this …
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The Regent bowerbird is such a charismatic bird! Wearing a glossy jet black coat with a stunning golden orange-yellow crown on the head, this bird becomes conspicuous whenever it is. The yellow eyes and yellow feathers on the wings also make these regent bowerbirds more eye-catching. The Regent bowerbird is a sexually dimorphic bowerbird. It’s …
From Boise, Idaho to Rochester: Mid-size Cities Determining the “prettiest” mid-size city in Europe is highly subjective and can depend on personal preferences, architectural styles, natural surroundings, and cultural experiences. However, here are some mid-size European cities that are often praised for their beauty and charm: Salzburg, Austria: Known for its well-preserved baroque architecture, stunning …
Charming Small Towns Europe is filled with charming and picturesque towns, each with its own unique beauty and character. It’s hard to single out just one as the “prettiest,” as personal preferences play a significant role. However, here are some widely regarded contenders for the title of the “prettiest little town in Europe”: Hallstatt, Austria: …
