The smell of rain (petrichor) is geosmin released by actinobacteria and ozone formed by lightning.

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

Fact #1802 · Nature

Bioluminescence is common among deep-sea organisms.

Fact #1418 · Nature

Certain fish produce antifreeze proteins to survive icy waters.

Fact #859 · Nature

You are more likely to die from falling out of bed than from a shark attack.

Fact #2764 · Nature

The Amazon rainforest plays a role in carbon cycling.

Fact #236 · Nature

Cactus spines reduce water loss and protect against herbivores.

Fact #863 · Nature

The chameleon changes color primarily for communication and temperature regulation.

Fact #860 · Nature

Peanuts are not nuts — they're legumes, more closely related to beans.

Fact #3411 · Nature