In the late 1800s, the expansion of the railroad network across the American West brought about an unprecedented era of change and growth in New Mexico. The arrival of the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway (ATSF) in the 1880s heralded a new chapter in the state’s history, leaving an indelible mark on its landscapes,…
Gabon is a nation in sub-Saharan Africa, but is very often forgotten as it’s dwarfed by the bigger nations around it, like Cameroon, Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, and Namibia. Well, not anymore! Gabon’s story is one of a delicate balance between economic development, cultural preservation, and environmental conservation. As the country…
If you are looking for weird, almost unbelievable animals facts, you came to the right place! There are a million and one things to learn about animals all over the world. From the high peaks of the Andes to the lowland jungles of the Congo Basin, and everywhere in between all over the world on…
The legend of Bigfoot, also known as Sasquatch, has been a part of North American folklore for centuries. Many claim to have seen this elusive creature, describing it as a large, hairy, ape-like being that roams the wilderness. If he really did exist out there, it would be an incredible find. There are few unexplored…
Flamingos are pink because of what they eat. Many plants found around flamingo habitats worldwide produced natural orange, yellow, and red pigments called carotenoids. These pigments give carrots their bright orange color, for example, and they are found in many other natural substances. In the flamingo’s case, their main diet consists of algae and brine…
The first recorded European contact with the Hawaiian Islands took place in 1778 when Captain James Cook, a British explorer and navigator, arrived in what is now known as Waimea Bay on the island of Kauai. Cook’s arrival marked a significant turning point in Hawaiian history, as it would ultimately lead to the islands’ interaction…
It was May 10, 1869, when the last spike—a golden one, no less—was struck down into place at Promontory Point, Utah to mark the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad. Big-time railroad baron Leland Stanford himself nailed the spike into place, solidifying the impressive feat that had been completed over the few years before it by…
Did you do a double-take with that post title? If you’re anything like us, cleaning your house isn’t exactly high on your list of priorities. It might fall somewhere up there between getting an oil change and suffering through a root canal. It’s a long, arduous process with tons of scrubbing, tons more mopping, plenty…
Who says men alone are responsible for exploring the world? Down throughout history, there have been plenty of capable, brave, and resilient women who took to the unknown and explored the oft-forgotten corners of the globe. Some of these women were forced into becoming unplanned explorers after tragedies, accidents, or other issues. Others struck out…
How much do you know about the okapi? We’re guessing the answer is ‘not very much at all.’ That’s not to say you aren’t well-read or anything. We have no doubt you know your stuff. How could you not after perusing this site for a while?! But the okapi is far outside nearly everyone’s base…
Camouflage is all about hiding something by making it look like its surroundings. It can happen naturally when animals blend into their environment. It can also happen unnaturally when the military paints vehicles or dresses soldiers in uniforms to help them hide. Usually, camouflage makes sense because patterns blend with trees and bushes. That allows…
Whenever you think of vicious predators in the Animal Kingdom, you think of lions and tigers, right? Add in sharks, polar bears, wolves, komodo dragons, cheetahs—you get the picture. Beautiful, large, fast, cunning, and dangerous creatures that show up in ancient myths and village legends from all around the rural world. But what if we…
In today’s world, we often believe we have reached the pinnacle of human technological progress. And that’s true in certain areas. Take transportation via airplanes. We have made remarkable advancements high in the sky. However, we tend to overlook the fact that many technologies from the past were surprisingly effective, too. Even though they may…
Many foods cherished by our ancient ancestors continue to find their place on dinner tables worldwide. From the staple presence of bread in various cultural incarnations to the remarkable status of beer as a food source, countless ancient delights have withstood the test of time. However, other foods have faded into oblivion and been mostly…