The Amazon rainforest influences global rainfall patterns.

There are more trees on Earth than stars in the Milky Way — about 3 trillion trees.

Fact #3484 · Nature

The ozone layer helps protect Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Fact #52 · Nature

The penguin’s dense feathers create a waterproof barrier.

Fact #895 · Nature

Tardigrades can survive extreme radiation, freezing, and even space.

Fact #1882 · Nature

The Arctic Circle experiences extreme variations in daylight.

Fact #63 · Nature

Some trees can communicate with each other using underground fungal networks.

Fact #2169 · Nature

The Carboniferous period had vast swamp forests.

Fact #691 · Nature

Strawberries aren't berries — but bananas, avocados, and cucumbers are, botanically speaking.

Fact #3603 · Nature