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

Some plants respond to changes in light and touch.

Fact #95 · Nature

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

Fact #1809 · Nature

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

Fact #2678 · Nature

Figs aren't technically a fruit — they're an inverted flower, and wasps pollinate them from the inside.

Fact #3429 · Nature

Certain sea slugs can incorporate stinging cells from their prey.

Fact #566 · Nature

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

Fact #1887 · Nature

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

Fact #1900 · Nature

The Carboniferous period had vast swamp forests.

Fact #691 · Nature