Science & Nature - Page 6 of 55

The name "Aster" is derived from the Ancient Greek word for "star," highlighting the flower's star-shaped bloom.

Did you know that the 2017 hurricane season caused $294.92 billion in damages, and was the most expensive in US history?

Saudi Arabia's average wake-up time is 8:27 a.m., making it home to some of the world's latest risers.

Did you know that the Fitzroy River turtle can breathe through its butt, allowing it to stay underwater for weeks at a time?

Poppies became an international symbol of remembrance as they grew on many WWI battlefields, notably in Flanders, France.

New Zealand tops the charts in ice cream consumption, with each person eating an impressive 7.4 gallons (28 liters) yearly!

Prehistoric geese grew up to 9.8 feet tall and weighed up to 1,322 pounds, making them one of the largest birds ever!

The Dead Sea is one of the saltiest seas in the world. It is roughly 35% salt, about ten times the saltiness of most seas.

Larkspur petals are said to resemble the claws of a meadowlark or the spurs on a knight's boots, which inspires their unique name.

The phrase "the dog days of summer" refers to the hottest days of summer, and has been around since the Roman Empire.

Avocados are toxic to some animals, such as cattle and goats, because they contain a natural fungicide called persin.

Roses are one of the most famous Valentine’s Day gifts. An estimated third of flowers sold on Valentine’s Day are roses.