http://www.artipot.com/dir/society-and-culture/environment/nature/ Latest Nature articles from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/483176/species-invading.htm Invasive species can be defined as any species of plant or animal that inhabits an area in which it is non-native. An invasive species usually is considered to be one that adversely affects the habitat they invade on many levels. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:44:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/483176/species-invading.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/478389/project-feederwatch-make-your-birdwatching-count.htm Any backyard birdwatcher can become a volunteer researcher for Project FeederWatch managed by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Volunteers help scientists track bird populations and movements by counting birds that visit yards and feeders. The final result is a coast to coast snapshot of bird life in North America. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 20:52:39 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/478389/project-feederwatch-make-your-birdwatching-count.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/476877/understanding-patterns-of-whale-migration.htm Understanding patterns of whale migration means coming to the realization that whale life forms on our planet have developed an extremely complex whale life. Usually, the number one question that continues to crop up about whales is why do these mammals migrate all around the world's oceans like they do? Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:03:42 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/476877/understanding-patterns-of-whale-migration.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/476313/is-there-an-educational-value-to-the-zoo.htm I am a very active zoo visitor; I often go more to a zoo in a week than most people do in year. In all my zoo visits I have learned that animal behavior isnt limited to across a watery moat, steel fencing, or glass window. It goes on everyday in the crowds of visitors which come to the zoo. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:16:37 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/476313/is-there-an-educational-value-to-the-zoo.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/475316/what-is-the-educational-value-of-the-zoo.htm I am a very active zoo visitor; I often go more to a zoo in a week than most people do in year. In all my zoo visits I have learned that animal behavior isnt limited to across a watery moat, steel fencing, or glass window. It goes on everyday in the crowds of visitors which come to the zoo. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:21:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/475316/what-is-the-educational-value-of-the-zoo.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/468585/bring-the-gray-wolf-a-majestic-animal-to-your-personal-checks.htm Do you have a soft spot for the gray wolf? Would you like to use their image on your personal checks? Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:50:56 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/468585/bring-the-gray-wolf-a-majestic-animal-to-your-personal-checks.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/462044/creating-a-backyard-habitat-for-your-local-wildlife.htm A wildlife habitat provides food, water, shelter, and space arranged to meet the needs of wildlife. No matter what size, your yard can be landscaped to attract birds, small animals, beneficial insects, and butterflies. Trees, shrubs, and other plants in your yard can provide shelter and food for a wide range of wildlife. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 04:57:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/462044/creating-a-backyard-habitat-for-your-local-wildlife.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/448047/bamboo-helping-to-save-hardwood-forests.htm Does cutting down trees threaten the happiness of us and our planet? The nation of Bhutan, leading advocate of Gross National Happiness thinks so, which is why they are asking that their citizens substitute bamboo for timber in the creation of prayer flag poles. In fact they are so serious about preserving Bhutans natural resources that their constitution mandates 60 percent... Fri, 25 Sep 2009 02:09:24 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/448047/bamboo-helping-to-save-hardwood-forests.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/445998/5-lessons-to-be-learned-from-hurricane-katrina.htm In the midst of hurricane season, it is important for all of us to remember the lessons learned from the storms of the past. This article outlines five lessons on hurricane and damage prevention we all learned from these previous disasters. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:18:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/445998/5-lessons-to-be-learned-from-hurricane-katrina.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/442038/angler-fish-deep-sea-monsters.htm Anglerfishes are famous for their unusual predatory technique. Their first spine have been developed into a fishing pole with a little bate in the end. The fishing pole is actually named "illicium" and the bate is named "esca". Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:04:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/442038/angler-fish-deep-sea-monsters.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/440066/aquarium-plants-an-underwater-garden.htm Adding live plants to an aquarium does more than just improve aesthetics - plants provide shelter, food for vegetarian fish, and prevent green water. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 01:18:29 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/440066/aquarium-plants-an-underwater-garden.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/436612/the-eternal-beauty-of-flowers.htm Nature has given numerous things that can be of great use to humans. These can be procured in direct and indirect form, depending upon the utilisation of nature's gift in our modern day life style. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 22:33:35 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/436612/the-eternal-beauty-of-flowers.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/433526/bring-new-life-to-your-lawn-through-renovation.htm Many people think of renovations being done solely to homes. Are you aware you can renovate your lawn as well? Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:55:52 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/433526/bring-new-life-to-your-lawn-through-renovation.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/432894/austins-famous-hidden-pond-cambells-hole.htm This article looks at the campbell's hole. Campbell's hole is one of the famous ponds in Austin Texas. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:44:53 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/432894/austins-famous-hidden-pond-cambells-hole.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/431747/inflatable-rafts-and-inflatable-boats.htm If you are looking for fun and versatility in the water, an inflatable raft or inflatable boat may be just what you need. Sun, 06 Sep 2009 22:37:21 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/431747/inflatable-rafts-and-inflatable-boats.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/431291/what-to-do-in-cape-town-south-africa.htm In Africa's most southern region witness the beautiful city of Cape Town. This seaside town is famous for the towering Table Mountain standing proudly over the land. Take a trip by cable car up to the top and look over the incredible view of bright modern buildings, gorgeous beaches and rich vegetation. Sun, 06 Sep 2009 01:58:51 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/431291/what-to-do-in-cape-town-south-africa.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/431246/creating-a-garden-bed-with-proper-drainage.htm Many gardens begin to rot before they even begin producing vegetables. The reason is because they do not have enough drainage and the roots literally rot away. Sun, 06 Sep 2009 00:49:14 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/431246/creating-a-garden-bed-with-proper-drainage.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/431230/bermuda-grass-for-your-home-lawn.htm Bermuda grass has become one of the most popular grasses in recent years. It grows well three seasons out of the year and forms one of the loveliest lawns that are also easy to care for. Sun, 06 Sep 2009 00:39:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/431230/bermuda-grass-for-your-home-lawn.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/431182/choosing-a-lawn-mower-for-your-lawn.htm Buying a new lawn mower can be a trying experience at best. There are so many things to take into consideration that most people simply purchase the first one they look at. Sat, 05 Sep 2009 23:21:19 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/431182/choosing-a-lawn-mower-for-your-lawn.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/430026/managing-the-growing-environment-of-plants.htm When trying to optimise growth in fruiting and flowering plants, it is all too easy to focus on the wrong growth factors. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 13:52:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/430026/managing-the-growing-environment-of-plants.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/430025/successful-cuttings-and-propagation.htm Taking and propagating cuttings from successful fruiting and flowering plants is a great way of maintaining healthy plant stock without constantly having to fork out for new seeds. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 13:52:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/430025/successful-cuttings-and-propagation.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/429195/are-minds-changing-about-climate-change.htm The dictionary defines change as a substitution, alteration or variation; but when it comes to climate, not everyone sees change. Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:21:09 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/429195/are-minds-changing-about-climate-change.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/428578/dangerous-australian-animals.htm Planning a trip to Australia? Feeling worried about the high number of dangerous Australian animals? Don't be. The chance of meeting one is EXTREMELY slim. This article intends to fill you in on some of those animals and put your mind at ease that you really won't bump into any of them. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:15:22 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/428578/dangerous-australian-animals.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/426633/dangers-of-hurricanes-nasty-flood-waters.htm Most think of the winds of hurricanes as being the most dangerous part of these types of storms, but the facts may point in other directions. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:45:30 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/426633/dangers-of-hurricanes-nasty-flood-waters.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/426037/a-trip-to-peru-it-will-put-a-good-dent-in-your-bucket-list.htm The Life List. Everyone has made a list of some sort or other in their lives. It is a list of goals and dreams that most of the time is put away in a drawer and forgotten about. But don't wait too long like Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson did in the movie The Bucket List. You might not be as lucky to find a millionaire to whisk you around the world checking off your wish... Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:18:36 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/426037/a-trip-to-peru-it-will-put-a-good-dent-in-your-bucket-list.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/424985/the-life-and-habitat-of-the-blue-whale.htm The largest animals on the planet do not live on land, they live in the sea and they are Blue Whales. If you think that dinosaurs were big, you have to see the size comparison of one of the biggest to the blue whale, it pales in comparison. Sat, 29 Aug 2009 18:41:48 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/424985/the-life-and-habitat-of-the-blue-whale.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/423633/hurricane-season-preparation-guide.htm In the midst of hurricane season, it is important to understand the damage these major storms can cause and how to protect your home and family from them. This article outlines what every home or business owner should do to prepare for hurricane season to minimize potential hurricane damage or personal injury. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:31:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/423633/hurricane-season-preparation-guide.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/419840/how-to-choose-from-the-types-of-synthetic-grass.htm Ever wonder what types of synthetic grass are available for consumers and businesses. We will give you a brief description of some of the most common types of Artificial Turf in the industry. We cover everything from home and pet turf, to sports and golf greens. Sun, 23 Aug 2009 19:21:50 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/419840/how-to-choose-from-the-types-of-synthetic-grass.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/419628/famous-victorian-bushfire-koala-sam-dies.htm The Victorian bush fires that happened in February 2009 were shown throughout the world. They caused mass devastation. 210 people lost their lives and the fires burnt over 400,000 hectares. Thousands of people were left with nothing.They lost their homes and businesses. Sun, 23 Aug 2009 13:03:23 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/419628/famous-victorian-bushfire-koala-sam-dies.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/418527/an-outdoor-classroom-lets-children-interact-with-nature.htm Whenever the temperature rises, children would rather be outside than in a classroom; an outdoor classroom means that you can keep pupils in an educational environment while allowing them to get some fresh air. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 14:05:42 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/418527/an-outdoor-classroom-lets-children-interact-with-nature.htm