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The Antarctic, a frozen dessert, the north pole of the earth. The only continent without a native human population, except for scientific bases, home to penguins, blue whales, orcas, among other animals and microorganisms. Around 5000 temporary inhabitants can stay in the 70 active scientific facilities of the Antarctic, which belong to 29 different countries. However, the continent that was supposed to remain free of Covid-19 has reported its first cases. The Chilean army reports 36 cases of Covid-19 at its Bernardo O'Higgins research station in the Antarctic Peninsula. The Chilean Navy said that everyone who had embarked on the trip to Antarctica had taken verification tests, and all results had been negative for Covid-19. Image 1:  Antarctica has already reported its first infections of Covid-19 in 2020. Additionally, several species of animals have suffered infections with Covid-19 strains, such as felines, primates, ferrets, and minks, which reflects the capacit...

Invasive species are among the top threats to wildlife and the environment. Additionally, the climate crisis forces the migration of many species of flora and fauna around the world, contributing to this crisis. In The United States, approximately 42 percent of threatened or endangered species are at risk from invasive species. Invasive species include animals, plants, and microorganisms. The threat revolves around the species growing and reproducing rapidly, spreading aggressively, giving them the potential to cause potential damage, hence their name, "invasives." Image 1: The mountain goat is an invasive species in northern Wyoming. When these invasive species reach other territories that are not their habitats, they reproduce rapidly and often adapt to this site, further increasing their reproductive capacities; consequently, there is overpopulation and eradication of the native species of the zone.  Although not everything is destruction, it could also bring solutions, wh...

With the help of technology, dangerous biological materials, such as poison; have been manipulated. Such a complex material, which is composed of many proteins, each one differently different that fulfill a respective function, its isolation is an approach to get an use for the treatment of diseases. There are more than 9 million animal species on Earth; reports indicate that 15% of the world's animal biodiversity is poisonous. To a greater or lesser degree of danger, the poisons of different species of animals can cause simple annoyance, serious diseases, and infections or be fatal. Every year there are millions of poisonous animal bites; snakes alone cause 1.8 million bites and around 90 thousand deaths. The symptoms are many, including pain, itching, even weakness, or stools depending on the strength of the poison. "Allergic reactions are one of the most feared complications arising from any sting," said Dr. Jonathan Chong of the DTAP Clinic. The allergic reaction caus...

The earth is full of secrets and treasures that show us the beauty behind its nature. The facts are so many that how not to rejoice with the wonders it offers us. The natural landscapes, animals, plants, mountains, islands, forests, rivers, and oceans abound in all regions of the world, as far as humans give them limits to go or when inevitable disasters happen. Despite all the environmental damage, true gems still exist in nature; remote, they have not yet been stained by humans. They fill us with intrigue and questions that we would like to answer in person on the spot. Image 1: Forbidden City in Beijing, one of the most famous UNESCO World Heritage places. These places include the forest lake, Russia; in Tyumen is a large lake in the middle of a dense arctic forest. Honokohau Falls, Maui, great mountains are covered entirely by vegetation, makes them look completely green. Tepui, Venezuela, a large savannah, is home to large rocky plateaus, very peculiar. Gangkhar Puensum, Bhutan, t...

Green construction is the buildings of the future. To fight against environmental pollution, people have to do it from several perspectives. In this case, I bring information about how to improve buildings and constructions. The topic is based primarily on environmentally responsible processes and efficiency about resources throughout the life cycle from planning to demolition. A sustainable design and green architecture dominate before construction begins, which means that it seeks to save materials, energy, water, and good waste management, among other things. The materials used can be garbage, plant derivatives, algae, and more. Currently, many strategies are used, such as covering the external surface of the building with plants, covering it with solar panels, using non-polluting building materials, among others. It should remark that all materials have drawbacks that will be new solutions when optimized. Image 1: New green home designs integrate style with sustainability. The buil...

Although the Moon does not have its light, it illuminates our night sky; in certain events, with a coppery or reddish appearance; for this reason, the people call it "Blood Moon." The Moon itself does not change color or size. Its position concerning the Sun and the Earth causes appearance changes. Movements that lead the Moon to have a different color on brightness; also can make it appear larger than usual in our night sky. The red glow that gives it its name can refer to another type of environmental effect, where the Moon appears reddish due to dust, smoke, or haze in the sky; completely different situations. Image 1: The Moon turns reddish tones, hence its famous name. Mechanism of the Blood Moon Blood Moons occur during a total lunar eclipse. During a total lunar eclipse, the Earth stands between the Sun and the full Moon, cutting off the light supply from Sun. When this happens, the Moon may reflect a reddish glow instead of the dark as complete. This phenomenon is cal...

Dik Dik, the small antelope, the name origin is due to the fast movement it does when it feels it is in danger, making a characteristic sound. Smaller than many dogs and with a curious nose shape. This animal lives in the eastern and southwestern areas of Africa, semi-deserts, and scrublands. The adaptations that this mammal has have made it survive in hot and dry environments. Its tawny color is an excellent camouflage in its savanna habitat. Despite being very small, the Royal Antelope is much smaller. Image 1: They are small-sized animals with surprising resistance to climate change. The dik-diks are shy animals; if scare, they can run, reaching speeds of more than 25 miles per hour; they perform a surprising zigzag movement to confuse predators. They flee from predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas, crocodiles, pythons, leopards, and eagles. They are nocturnal animals to avoid the midday heat. The more adapted dik-diks are the dominant ones, broaden the crest on their heads ...