A hexagon is the most efficient shape for tiling a flat plane — bees evolved this independently.

Some crystals can grow naturally.

Fact #2647 · Nature

The Sahara Desert can experience freezing temperatures at night.

Fact #121 · Nature

Some butterflies have wings that reflect ultraviolet light.

Fact #533 · Nature

The ozone layer is located in the stratosphere.

Fact #140 · Nature

The smell of rain has a name — petrichor — and it's caused by bacteria, oils, and ozone.

Fact #3485 · Nature

Atmospheric rivers can deliver massive amounts of rainfall.

Fact #845 · Nature

A teaspoon of honey represents the lifetime work of about 12 bees.

Fact #2678 · Nature

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

Fact #1785 · Nature