#natural-history

#natural-history

Joseph Banks and Daniel Solander's work in Tahiti highlighted the importance of Indigenous knowledge in botanical discoveries, shaping European scientific understanding.

Indigenous people provided crucial information that enabled the identification of approximately 1,400 unknown plant species by European botanists.

Humanity's relationship with the natural world is complex, shaped by curiosity, ethics, and the need for control.

London offers many free attractions alongside paid ones, allowing visitors to enjoy the city without overspending.

California ground squirrels are evolving from granivorous to carnivorous behavior, hunting voles and adapting to food availability.

California ground squirrels display unexpected predatory behavior, hunting and killing voles, which reveals their complex social structure and eating habits.

The Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History offers free admissions on the first Friday of each month, fostering community engagement and exploration of nature.

Sawmill Sink provides crucial insights into the prehistoric ecosystems of the Bahamas, showcasing unique geological features and ancient wildlife.

The One Eyeland Mobile Photographers Awards celebrate innovative and outstanding photography captured through mobile devices, showcasing global talent and creativity.

Fungi are increasingly popular in culture, food, and nature exploration, particularly in the mushroom-rich Cascadia region.

Hawaii's Big Island once had glaciers, influencing its geology and leaving a unique archaeological history.

Beth Zaiken combines her love for nature and art to create immersive dinosaur-themed murals for museum exhibits.

The first natural history book in German was published by Konrad von Megenberg in the mid-fourteenth century, still fascinating even today.