If the sky ever decided to show off, it would probably take the form of a lilac-breasted roller. Perched high on an acacia branch, this small bird seems ordinary until it spreads its wings. Then suddenly, the air is full of color: lilac, turquoise, green, yellow, white, blue, black, and
A Story of Extinction, Survival, and Hope The bird that holds up a mirror, the Dodo. My first glimpse of it was in Ice Age, waddling across my childhood screen. A character I never imagined was once a real bird, alive and fruit-fed on the island of Mauritius. When Dutch
One of my boldest, most starry-eyed dreams is to visit every national park in the world. Yes, I know, it sounds like the kind of bucket list you scribble down on a napkin and laugh about. But hear me out. I already live in Nairobi, the only capital city in
The first time I learned about coral reefs, I wasn’t underwater. I was under a blanket, halfway through a Netflix documentary called Chasing Coral, jaw slack, eyes wide, heart slowly cracking open. If you haven’t watched it, I suggest you have it at the top of your watch
The other night, I dreamt of a badger. Yes, a badger. No lion, no leopard, just a low-slung, grumpy-looking creature trotting purposefully through my subconscious like it owned the place. Which, to be fair, is exactly how badgers operate in the real world too. I woke up with one burning
I’ve spent more mornings than I can count perched on the edges of Lake Naivasha; coffee in hand, binoculars nearby, soaking in the bird calls and stillness. It’s a place that offers up quiet magic. At first glance, everything seems perfect. The lake glistens. The breeze dances through
In the lush canopies of Southeast Asia's forests, a vibrant primate swings gracefully, clad in a mosaic of colors that would make any artist envious. Meet the red-shanked douc langur (Pygathrix nemaeus), often hailed as the "costumed ape" for its striking appearance. This monkey isn'
Picture this: vast, shimmering wetlands bursting with life—home to birds that dance on lily pads, paint the skies pink, and bring nature’s melody to life. Now imagine this magical world under threat. Heartbreaking, isn’t it? But fear not! Together, we can save these vital ecosystems and their
Imagine a tree that can drink saltwater, survive with its roots underwater, and literally hold the coastline together. Sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, mangrove forests are very real, and they are one of the most important ecosystems on our planet. These tough, salt-loving trees are
You’ve probably never seen a pangolin in the wild and if we don’t act fast, you might never get the chance. These shy, scale-covered insect munchers are nature’s little tanks, equipped with armor, powerful claws, and a tongue longer than their own body. But despite their built-in
Did you know that if all the trees on Earth vanished, humanity wouldn’t be far behind? Trees aren’t just part of our world—they’re the lifeline of life on Earth. From cleaning our air to keeping our soil in place, forests do so much more than you
Whale Falls: The Deep-Sea Feast You Didn’t Know Existed 🌊🐋 Ever wondered what happens to Whales when they die? When a whale's journey through life ends, it takes on an extraordinary new role: feeding and sustaining a deep-sea ecosystem. This phenomenon, called a Whale fall, is one of
Ever since I discovered I could make cupcakes with fruit juice, I’ve been on a full-on baking spree. Passion juice cupcakes? Life-changing. One experiment led to another, and before I knew it, I was whipping up orange-pear cupcakes without a recipe. My confidence was soaring—until I got bold
If someone popped the question, “Which great ape are we closest to?” your instant answer would probably be Chimpanzee! And you’d be right. But here's the twist: there’s another great ape we’re equally close to, one that lives life a little more... peacefully. Meet the
If you’ve ever watched the Transformers sequel, you probably know Bumblebee, the lovable, yellow Camaro who became my instant favorite. And if you’re a car enthusiast like me, chances are you’ve also watched the standalone Bumblebee movie (cue all the feels 🥹). But have you ever stopped to
Bamboo: The Grass That Thinks It’s a Tree Did you know the world’s fastest-growing plant isn’t a tree at all? Say hello to bamboo, the superstar of the plant world that’s often mistaken for a tree—but is actually a type of grass! Yep, you read
Only two northern white rhinos are left in the world. Habitat loss is now the number 1 threat to African species. Over 50% of coral reefs? Gone to warming oceans. Majority of headlines around animal news today are along these lines and the one thing that is crystal clear is,
Zoos often come across as a win-win situation, right? Animals get a home, meals on schedule, and protection—all for “free.” But is it really free for the animals? Or are we paying a much higher price than we realize? To be honest, writing this piece wasn’t easy. My
I’ve never really been a “flower girl.” Funny, right? Especially since my name is Heather! While candy has always been my first love (sweet tooth club 🍭), lately, I’ve found myself mesmerized by flowers because of my mum, who is a massive flower enthusiast. Her garden is a stunning
Can you imagine if the garbage truck in your neighbourhood did not come for a month? The stench alone will have you contemplating whether to relocate. No one likes the dirty work hence, why pollution is a major contributor to climate change but that’s not today’s focal point.
Picture this: you’re watching a nature documentary, and suddenly, a sea otter is gliding through a forest—not on land but underwater. The dense, silky "trees" swaying back and forth seem almost magical. What is this mysterious underwater grove? Meet kelp—one of the ocean’s most
A Pangolin is poached every 3 minutes for its scales, making it the most trafficked mammal on the planet. Elephant tusks become a high end collectors item and the same fate prescribed to Rhino horns. Bear fur? A luxury coat that we can honestly do without. And the list goes
On a recent getaway to the coastal town of Mombasa, I opted for the SGR train. A convenient, scenic route that whisks you through breathtaking landscapes, and if you’re lucky, you’ll spot wildlife as it slices through Tsavo East and West national parks. Among the graceful elephants and
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The Arctic tern might be small, but its life story is anything but ordinary. Imagine a bird that spends most of its life flying — not just across a region, but from one end of the Earth to the other, year after year. Covering a round-trip migration of roughly 30,000