When Rakus the orangutan found himself a little worse for wear, he seemed to know exactly what to do about it. In June 2022, the Sumatran orangutan in Indonesia sustained a wound to his face, likely during a scrap with another male. So he grabbed some liana plant, which is known for its medicinal properties, … Read more
In Thailand, they are considered a national symbol of respect and honour, and in Japan, they represent luxury and perfection. Hong Kong has a rich variety of native orchids – 133 known species, in fact – and spring, with its combination of high rainfall and humidity, produces the ideal damp environment for them to thrive. … Read more
The natural world is full of gender diversity: female hyenas have pseudo penises used for sex and urination, many species of fish and plants change their sex over their lifespan, and female lions have been known to grow manes and develop a masculine growl. Those are among many examples in a new episode of CBC’s The Nature … Read more
Cherry blossoms reach peak bloom in nation’s capital – CBS News Watch CBS News The iconic cherry blossoms of Washington, D.C., hit their peak bloom at the second earliest date on record. However, about 140 cherry trees are about to be cut down as part of a project to combat flooding. Be the first to … Read more
