Clams can live over 500 years — a specimen named Ming was 507 years old when discovered.

There are more trees than stars in our galaxy.

Prehistoric ecosystems were diverse and dynamic.

The Amazon rainforest plays a role in carbon cycling.

Some species of ants create underground tunnel networks.

Water is the only common substance on Earth that naturally exists in all three states — solid, liquid, and gas — at everyday temperatures.

Storm surges are often responsible for hurricane-related flooding.

Bioluminescence is common among deep-sea organisms.

Hydrothermal vents can reach temperatures hotter than boiling water at the surface.