The continent South America was first discovered by Christopher Columbus in the year 1498. This continent is situated west to Atlantic Ocean, east to Pacific Ocean, south to North America and north to Antarctica. South America, countries of Central America, Mexico and Caribbean islands are together known as Latin America. The Panama Canal links the Atlantic ocean and the Pacific ocean. South America task the longest mountain range, the Andes in the world. Amazon is the largest river of the world
2004). An area that is located between the Las Pinas-Paranque waterfronts called the Coastal Lagoon was the site for the study. The site is protected and being monitored by the DENR for a number of uncommon migratory water birds such as the Chinese egret and the Philippine duck, along the other species of rare water birds are populating the area. Also, the presence of mangroves along and off the cost is manifested. Population and Sampling More than 100 Asian shore crabs Hemigrapsus sanguineus will
Choose from the 2,870-square-foot Victoria all the way up to the 5,271-square-foot Preston. Our Magnolia Preserve model is the 3,067-foot Egret V. It’s a four-bedroom, three-bath home that showcases a longtime ICI Homes strength — a large, open design that connects all crucial living spaces (think kitchen, living and entertainment areas) for optimum movement and family enjoyment. You’ll find
On the morning of June 23, 2014, Henry and his family went to the marshy swamps of the Everglades. Once Henry stepped out of his car, he noticed a ravishing egret fly over his car. Right away he took a massive deep breathe of the astonishing place. It had a musky smell of plants and rotting wood. However, he noticed a pungent smell of reeking trash in the air. Anyhow, he continued to stroll along the sidewalk until he reached an enormous visitor center. Inside, he learned many fascinating facts
If I said: It’s the site of the first lighthouse on the West Coast and was once a fortress, would you know what famous California landmark I was referring to? Now, what if I included the following details: It has been the subject of numerous books, movies, and much speculation. Al Capone was one of its first “guests.” Burt Lancaster starred in a movie that was set, in part, here. Naturally, I’m talking about Alcatraz Island or The Rock as it’s also known. Over a million visitors go to Alcatraz
The Withlacoochee River Park lies on four-hundred and six acres of land, however, the area it is essentially part of is much larger system known as the Green Swamp, a 560,000 acre area that supplies a massive amount of drinking water to our state’s population. In addition, the swamp provides habitats for a plethora of Florida’s native wildlife, including alligators, white-tailed deer, and black bears. The Green Swamp is also contains one of the largest cypress swamps in the state of Florida, meaning
what they do. The corals turn into exterior skeletons and over thousands of years, exterior skeletons form thick, ring shaped coral reefs. Also, they colonize the water around the volcanoes. The mangrove forests are home to many animals like heron egrets, and frigate birds. The mangrove trees are one of the toughest trees in the world. The reef is home to lots of animals, and the animals are sea fans, sea worms, and sea sponges. Tawny sharks also hide in the coral caves during the day. The plants
Amazon Rainforest birds Hoatzin - a deep jungle bird Amazon Eagle To catch the prey Gathering and dancing at dust (egrets) Showing time Scarlet Macaw, a large with red and blue color South American parrot. Its lifespan can up to 75 years. Black and Yellow Tasting the flash sweet dew Scarlet Macaw The Amazon Rainforest is a birder's paradise. More than 1,500 species
Chennai is the biggest industrial and commercial centre in South India. Also, it is known for being a major cultural, economic and educational centre. Since Chennai is located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal, a rise in sea level poses a threat to coastal areas and becomes a risk to people’s lives, food, security as well as infrastructure and biodiversity. Because of this, there will be many impacts on the human environment, such as affecting tourism. Chidambaram and how flooding will
stinky, messy and dirty. San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary Among Irvine points of interest, the San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary is an ideal fit for the birder or wildlife supporter. You can explore over 11 miles of nature trails and/or watch for birds – egrets, herons, eagles, etc. – and animals – i.e. raccoons, bobcats, coyotes – from the observation area. The butterfly garden is a