Astronomers have captured the first ever images of a black hole. You can watch the NSF live stream press conference here. … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking Images of a Black Hole
Monarch Butterfly Numbers On the Rise
According to a Texas A&M researcher, monarch butterfly numbers appear to be up as much as 144 percent to total population of approximately 300 million. Increased conservation of milkweed, the only type of food that the caterpillars can eat, is credited with their increased … [Read more...] about Monarch Butterfly Numbers On the Rise
Painted Ladies Everywhere!
Last month, Californians were swarmed with butterflies! The species, called "painted ladies" (Vanessa cardui) were migrating from their wintering spot in the Mojave and Colorado deserts of southern California as they flew northwest to Oregon and Washington. This year's increase … [Read more...] about Painted Ladies Everywhere!
Poppies Everywhere!
This stunning photo was taken by a NASA pilot as he flew over the California Antelope Valley during this year's superbloom. … [Read more...] about Poppies Everywhere!
Natural Stress Relief
Researchers at the University of Michigan have found that spending 20 minutes per day in a place that makes you feel close to Nature lowers the levels of salivary cortisol, the stress hormone. This evidence supports the self-prescribing, as well and the healthcare provider … [Read more...] about Natural Stress Relief