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Frozen Frogs Are Basically Real-Life Ice Zombies

Get this: some frogs literally freeze solid in winter—like, heart stops, no breathing, the works—and then just thaw out and hop away come spring. Scientists finally cracked how they pull off this wild trick: their bodies pump out natural antifreeze (glucose and urea) before freezing, which protects their cells from damage. When it warms up, their organs reboot in a set order, and they’re back to business like nothing happened. Nature is straight-up bonkers! #Science #frogs #nature

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Watch out for this sticky invader on local trails

Wavyleaf basketgrass is taking over forests across the Mid Atlantic, and it’s not just an eyesore—it’s a real headache for hikers and nature lovers. The seeds are super sticky, clinging to your shoes, clothes, and even your pets, making it easy to accidentally spread this invasive plant to new places. It crowds out native plants, messes with wildlife habitats, and is tough to remove. If you’re out hiking and spot this plant in seed, try to avoid it and check your gear before heading home. Anyone else battling invasives in their yard or favorite park? #Science #InvasiveSpecies #Nature

You don’t expect a wild bird to notice you. Until one day it leaves something behind. It starts quietly. You put out peanuts. You keep your distance. You show up again tomorrow. Crows notice patterns like that. They remember faces and routines. They learn who is calm, consistent, and safe. Over time, a cautious glance becomes a visit. Then one morning there’s a bead. Or a button. Or a tiny object that didn’t get there by accident. Researchers don’t call it gratitude in the human sense. They describe it as recognition and learned trust. But being remembered by a wild animal still means something. If you want to try, patience matters most. Offer unsalted peanuts, fresh water, and space. Never crowd. Never touch. Let trust grow at the bird’s pace. Run Fact: Crows can recognize individual human faces and remember how those people treated them for years. Maybe the trinket isn’t the gift. Maybe being noticed is. #nature #wildlife #animals #connection #kindness Sources University of Washington – John Marzluff’s long-term research on crow intelligence and human facial recognition National Geographic coverage on crow memory, problem-solving, and human–crow relationships Scientific American explanations of corvid cognition, trust learning, and social memory

This Volcano’s Epic Comeback!

Bezymianny volcano in Russia is basically the comeback kid of the geological world. After blowing its top off in 1956, it’s been rebuilding itself for nearly 70 years—and it’s almost back to its original height! Scientists say it’s growing so fast, it could be fully restored by 2035. But heads up: volcanoes like this can collapse again, so the drama isn’t over yet. Nature’s got some serious patience and power! #Science #volcano #nature

These dried flowers look like skulls

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This Amoeba Is Basically Lava-Proof

Move over, tardigrades—there’s a new extremophile in town! Scientists just found an amoeba in California’s Lassen Volcanic National Park that thrives at a sizzling 145°F (63°C). Meet Incendiamoeba cascadensis, the ‘fire amoeba’ that literally won’t grow unless things are hotter than a jacuzzi. It just set the record for the hottest-loving eukaryote ever. Turns out, life on Earth is way tougher (and weirder) than we thought. Could this change how we look for life on other planets? #Science #science #nature

Beavers Are Basically Nature’s Plumbers

Turns out, beavers aren’t just adorable dam-builders—they’re low-key water wizards! New research found their ponds do way more than create wetlands and boost biodiversity. Beaver ponds actually help refill underground water supplies, especially in rocky areas, and can even help balance water needs during dry spells. But there’s a twist: in some places, their ponds can lead to less groundwater recharge, which is actually a win for farmers. Who knew these furry engineers were shaping our water future? #Science #Beavers #Nature

This would only happen to me😂

Currently in the process of being evicted, so packing our stuff and trying to get shit figured out. This morning I woke up to what sounded like galloping at 7 am only to find my cats playing with this asshole. Now its running around in my office avoiding all attempts at catching it. I'm broke, i'm about to be homeless, and now a red squirrel is laughing in my face and moving itself in. I literally don't know how much more I can take and now im laughing like a lunatic running around my house with a towel in my hands trying to deal with this Villain. #NeedHelp #Funny #Animal #Nature