The dragon blood tree of Socotra produces a deep red resin — it was historically used as a dye and medicine.

The Sahara Desert can experience freezing temperatures at night.

Fact #121 · Nature

Volcanoes can create new land through lava flows.

Fact #82 · Nature

Prehistoric ecosystems were diverse and dynamic.

Fact #754 · Nature

Some desert plants can store water for long periods.

Fact #176 · Nature

Certain sea slugs can incorporate stinging cells from their prey.

Fact #566 · Nature

Some spiders spin silk stronger than steel by weight.

Fact #886 · Nature

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

Fact #1893 · Nature

Supercell storms are responsible for many tornadoes.

Fact #842 · Nature