What is a biosphere? A biosphere is the portion of the planet that contains all living species and their physical environment (air, water, and soil). It encompasses all living organisms, including humans, plants, animals, and microorganisms, as well as the complete spectrum of ecosystems, from the deep sea to mountaintops. The biosphere is a complex […]
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Sea leopards and sea lions are both marine mammals, but they belong to different families. Large seals that live in the Southern Ocean near Antarctica are called sea leopards, or Leopard seals. Swift and stealthy, these predators are easily recognizable by their spots. On the other hand, sea lions can be seen off the beaches […]
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Unique in both form and function, praying mantises have gained widespread recognition as an interesting insect species. They are called praying mantises because of the way they hold their front legs, which are bent and held together as if in prayer. Praying mantises have over 2,000 species and can be found in a range of […]
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