25.5.12
24.5.12
WHITE ECHIDNA
Rare white echidna found in western Qld
A grazier has found a rare albino echidna near Tambo, south-east of Longreach in western Queensland.
Posted by P.J.S. at 11:54 0 comments
Labels: animals, exploration
21.5.12
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4.5.12
THRIHNUKAGIGUR MAGMA CHAMBER
For the first time in history scientists have descended 650ft into the magma chamber of a volcano.
These incredible images show one explorer gently lowering himself into the heart of the dormant Thrihnukagigur volcano in Iceland.
Known as a 'sleeping volcano' because it could come back to life at any time, Thrihnukagigur is credited with helping to create the Atlantic island we call Iceland when it last erupted 3,000 years ago.
Read more: dailymail.co.uk
Posted by P.J.S. at 16:47 0 comments
Labels: caves, exploration, iceland, science
3.5.12
KANZI BONOBO
Kanzi, the bonobo, has learned to start a fire and cook his own food.
Posted by P.J.S. at 16:20 0 comments