Nature

Black Tipped Dorsal Fin
He was horrifyingly magnificent as he glided just below the surface of the water. I fought the urge to reach out and stroke his dorsal fin and instead refocused my attention on my scuba gear. I tightened the hose down on my tanks and looked up at my diving partner Jamie. He already had all his gear on and was sitting on the edge of the boat, watching me. I blushed with embarrassment and slid the pack onto my back before securing the diving mask onto my face.
By Robin Laurinec5 years ago in Earth
A Borrowed Landscape
A Borrowed Landscape - Nature has a way of capturing beauty in myriad ways. Be it a sunset, a coral reef, rugged landscapes, or pristine wilderness, Nature’s obsessions drive her pursuit of her own concepts of splendor and design. In primal and ancient times, waterfalls, rock spires, hallowed groves and virgin forests were maintained and revered as sacred spaces, places where spirits might peacefully dwell. Peoples past understood that intact ecologies were critical to steward the cycles of life.
By Sam Walker5 years ago in Earth
Addi
I have found so many interesting plants and insects this week that I could spend hours searching the internet trying to identify them. In the end, does it really matter if this is a Short-stalked Damselfly, Doubleday’s Bluet, or a Circumpolar Bluet? Even looking at side-by-side pictures in my bug book doesn’t help me decide which one he is. But I do know this. It’s a damselfly. Damselflies rest their wings along their body whereas dragonflies rest them horizontally.
By Peg Luby5 years ago in Earth
Shark Tales!
“He refuses to eat,” Mama Shark expresses. “He’s so picky. It’s getting out of hand.” Deep in the Great Pacific, a Papa Shark returns to his coral reef home after a long day of working in the sea weeds. Papa Shark’s 8-year-old son, Baby shark, sits at their dining table, tossed from a boater ages prior. The Coral that should’ve been consumed is played with by the teeth of Baby Shark.
By Sierra Ginae.5 years ago in Earth
6 Eco-Friendly Actions That Directly Impact Your Health
Taking eco-friendly actions to protect our motherland is the utmost responsibility of every individual. This is our planet, and we should take all the activities that would prolong its life because our coming generations would live here after we have left.
By Ameliazoe5 years ago in Earth
A Small Step Towards Nature
A thousand gold-tipped arrow shafts are just surfacing on Island Lake as the rising sun casts its light on the eastern horizon. The surrounding area of Island Lake is home to a variety of species, including those that live within it. At daybreak, the lake's residents awaken and startle each other, making ripples appear on the lake as they go about their daily life. The chirping and singing of birds can be heard in the distance as the new day dawns. As I relax my eyes and tune into the soothing sounds of nature and wildlife, my mind drifts as I am cocooned in peace. In the wild, one may notice a green frog or a red-winged blackbird calling out rhythmically. Your senses are likely to be heightened and open in the wilderness. The natural aroma possesses a fresh, and slightly earthy scent, besides a piny, woody scent that motivates me to seek nature in greater depth. I get even more in tune with nature and the surrounding things, which encourage me to become even more active. The answer to finding absolute perfection is found in the state of perfect harmony.
By Sara Akib5 years ago in Earth
Why Do I Go to the Beach?
Jimmy Buffet wrote, “Mother, Mother Ocean/I have heard your call.” Well, I’ve finally been asked, “Why the Beach?” I’ve tried to resist saying, “Why not?” and instead, I’ll attempt to delineate why “moonlit walks along the beach” is not just a cliché in my world.
By Barb Dukeman5 years ago in Earth
Serenity in Nature
The sound of waves lapping against the sandy beach is the only noise for miles at night on this small island just off the North Carolina coast. A cool breeze caresses my skin and ruffles my hair, bringing with it the smell of the salty ocean. Gazing across the open sea I see the moon reflected, shining on its ripples as it hangs in the sky with the night stars - a sky far from the light pollution of our cities. This is serenity.
By Adam Carden5 years ago in Earth
Chinese Rancher Makes 'green Incredible Divider' In Desert
Shi Guangyin, a farmer in the Debian region, Yulin city, northwest of China's Shaanxi province, recently received the July 1 Medal, a tribute to the Communist Party of China (CPC), for his outstanding contributions to desert management.
By Mohan Adhakari5 years ago in Earth
For The Birds
It happened so fast! Pain pulsed through my body before I could even react, as though I’ve flown full speed straight into a mountain side. Gasping for air, the earth swirled around me as I fell closer and closer to death. Helplessly fighting to lift my wings, time was running out. Was this it? Was this how it was all going to end? What would become of my babies. As, I plunged towards the ground a thermal updraft caught my wings and I managed to glide out of the blast zone. 100yrs later and still the effects of the humans linger. We surveyed this area countless times before the last move, how could I have missed this one. I must warn the others.
By Melanie Wilson5 years ago in Earth
Bonsai & Celestial Gardens
I like art that tells a story. For the truth I am not sorry. The unknown for some is scary. I love style & high culture. I like life's colorful mixture. Bonsai art's a garden feature. I adore the art of Bonsai. Miniature trees intrigue the eye. Caring for plants some don’t get why. These small trees can live very long. Each unique tree has its own song. Caring for tree there’s right, & wrong. Every tree needs the right water. Some can take cold some like hotter. Bonsai pots are like a platter. Bonsai art requires patience, true care focus & persistence. Every master needs assistance. We will make a royal garden. Where young trees mature & harden. I love to watch their fruit ripen.
By David Duran 5 years ago in Earth
A Little Green Thumb
I'm going to start my story off on a tangent. I have crippling social anxiety and just plain ole' anxiety, so I never thought I'd be on my laptop sharing my hobbies with the Internet.
By Crystal C.5 years ago in Earth