nature

New Zealand grants personhood to sacred mountain in historic settlement

Mount Taranaki receives legal rights as a person in groundbreaking agreement with Indigenous Māori, marking end to decades-old land dispute.

03/02/2025

Rare 'super pod' of over 1,500 Risso's dolphins spotted off California coast

Over 1,500 Risso's dolphins formed a rare super pod off Carmel Bay, California, stunning marine biologists as they stretched for miles, leaping and gliding.

 Professor Michal Segoli: "Once you start studying insects, you realize there’s nothing more fascina

According to Ben-Gurion University's Prof. Michal Segoli, insects are the unsung heroes of nature

The BGU scholar reveals insects' vital role in ecosystems and human life: "Each species is indispensable."

Polar bear furs are natural ice-repellents, study finds

Unique lipids in polar bear sebum prevent ice accumulation, paving the way for eco-friendly anti-icing materials.

Germany's 'Hour of Winter Birds' reveals dwindling numbers

The usually common great tits and blue tits were reported less frequently this year, likely due to mild temperatures.

The Ginosar shore

On the west coast of the Sea of Galilee, or Kinneret, the large body of water provides its magic too.

By ITSIK MAROM
26/01/2025

Massive iceberg A23a threatens wildlife haven South Georgia

Environmentalists fear for the island's rare king penguins and millions of elephant and fur seals if iceberg collides.

After 600 hours of observation, scientists think they know why chimps pee together

Synchronized urination may reinforce social bonds and improve group cohesion among chimps, according to new research.

First almond blossom signals early spring in Golan Heights

The iconic tree, which flowers before its leaves emerge, has long symbolized Israel's spring awakening with its fragrant white and pink blossoms.

With only 2,000 Yellow-crested Cockatoos left, new genetics may aid their survival

Introducing the wrong species risks hybridization or competition, endangering Triton and Sulphur-crested Cockatoos.

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