Storm surges are often responsible for hurricane-related flooding.

There are organisms on Earth that can survive being frozen for years and still come back to life.

Fact #2494 · Nature

The Amazon rainforest is often called the lungs of the Earth.

Fact #253 · Nature

The penguin’s dense feathers create a waterproof barrier.

Fact #895 · Nature

Some plants release chemicals to deter herbivores.

Fact #239 · Nature

A spider spins silk that is incredibly strong for its weight.

Fact #528 · Nature

The Amazon rainforest influences global weather patterns.

Fact #206 · Nature

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

Fact #3484 · Nature

A woodpecker's skull absorbs shock from repeated pecking.

Fact #393 · Nature