Nature Contents Archive

Not long ago, South Georgia’s fur seals were massacred—nearly driven to extinction. Now, they’re thriving https://t.co/TuWlFCk07x

An eternal sunset in the Ancient Bristlecone Pines Forest. 🌄 Bristlecone pine trees can reach an age of over 5,000 years old. Their long lifespan can be contributed to the harsh conditions of the desert. 📸: Mark Bouldoukian (IG: markian.b) #POTD #photooftheday #nature https://t.co/DDmJLrSKi4

We’ve partnered with @TWJSciNat for their annual Scavenger Hunt. The challenge is to track down five items from the natural world, such as animals in action and wild places, take a picture of it and submit your snaps. Find all of the details at https://t.co/Wm3PuDKibd https://t.co/xyiCIH39Ec

In 2017, a small parish in the Ecuadorean Andes was invaded by illegal miners who quickly took control of the mountains. They were expelled but now a legal mining operation wants to begin, which residents also emphatically oppose, @antoniopazc reports: https://t.co/Yv7UF9KSBY https://t.co/RBgsqPQ87k

You can add species to any of the 116 country lists even if you don't have photos of your own. If you see a tweet of a species missing from the list, with a photo taken this year, just retweet it adding #BirdsSeenIn2021 https://t.co/2LcwVjQYNT https://t.co/fXOJkSen6b

Often called a panacea, 'tree planting' is a hot topic but it can fail when too little thought goes into it, so the guests on this episode reframe the practice, saying that 'tree growing' ought to be the focus of reforestation programs. https://t.co/vgkdfxB7qJ

A perennial wheat variety ('Kernza') is being planted in WY where researchers are studying whether the crop can help farmers bolster their soils & capture carbon while providing a profitable harvest, @Sarah_Derouin reports: https://t.co/nBHVIEVRof https://t.co/8OTlN3omIK

Blacktip reef sharks cruise through the shallow water in Fakarava, Tahiti, in this captivating shot taken by photographer Rick Miskiv https://t.co/9tMmsKJjGv

I’m just a boy, standing in front of the world, asking you to love him...and to not feed me. We have a lot of new members to #TeamPublicLands this summer and we’re so glad you're out there enjoying nature. Just remember, even if the critters look cute, never give them food. https://t.co/ztUQ0Jjioo

Not the ones speaking the same language, But the ones sharing the same feeling understand each other. Rumi https://t.co/VbpiPZzA2U

Affectionately known as “sea cows,” manatees are a treasured sight along Florida’s coastline. But their diets too often include something that doesn’t belong – plastic. Read more: https://t.co/xmlGk22VRF https://t.co/rjlavzEX0o

Magellanic penguins can live to around 25 years in the wild. 🐧 #Eden: Untamed Planet explores the world's most isolated landscapes. Find out where to watch in your region 👉 https://t.co/YmkGw2DBgq   #EarthOnLocation by © Justine Allan https://t.co/kyygljyqOh

Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul There is no such thing as separation. Rumi 📸 Senna Relax https://t.co/NDPD0yyBZm

Slovenia's rare goats are known for their shaggy appearance, independent streak—and delicious cheese https://t.co/CzGqX2D7II

Wildlife at public lands sites don’t need your powdered donuts, they have real nuts. Giving our human food to these critters gives them health problems and can also lead to negative encounters like bites and attacks.  Photo of squirrel eating nature’s nuts, by Kristin Burrill