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The Yacolt Burn: A Historic Wildfire in the Pacific Northwest
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The Yacolt Burn: A Historic Wildfire in the Pacific Northwest

Posted on: July 17, 2025September 16, 2024

The Yacolt Burn, a devastating wildfire that ignited in late August 1902, stands as one of the most significant natural disasters in the history of the Pacific Northwest. […]

Steve Irwin’s Legacy: Bridging Animal Science and Conservation
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Steve Irwin’s Legacy: Bridging Animal Science and Conservation

Posted on: November 2, 2024November 3, 2024

Steve Irwin, fondly remembered as the “Crocodile Hunter,” was an Australian zookeeper, conservationist, and television personality who left an indelible mark on animal science and wildlife conservation. Through […]

Unraveling the Mystery of the Skunk Ape: Florida’s Most Elusive Cryptid
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Unraveling the Mystery of the Skunk Ape: Florida’s Most Elusive Cryptid

Posted on: July 15, 2024July 15, 2024

In the dense, swampy wilderness of Florida, where the line between myth and reality blurs, lurks a creature as mysterious as it is malodorous. Known as the Skunk […]

Journey Through America’s National Parks: Understanding the National Parks System
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Journey Through America’s National Parks: Understanding the National Parks System

Posted on: April 30, 2024April 21, 2024

The United States National Parks System is a testament to the country’s commitment to preserving its natural beauty, wildlife, and historic sites. Encompassing over 400 areas covering more […]

The Anthropocene Extinction: Unraveling the Sixth Mass Extinction
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The Anthropocene Extinction: Unraveling the Sixth Mass Extinction

Posted on: March 16, 2024March 10, 2024

The term “Anthropocene extinction,” or Holocene extinction, refers to an ongoing mass extinction event, the first of its kind to be primarily driven by the activities of one […]

The Enigmatic World of Pumpkin Toadlets: Brazil’s Tiny Treasures
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The Enigmatic World of Pumpkin Toadlets: Brazil’s Tiny Treasures

Posted on: March 13, 2024March 9, 2024

Nestled in the lush, verdant expanses of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest lies one of nature’s most intriguing marvels—the pumpkin toadlet. These minuscule amphibians, with their vivid orange hues that […]

The Precious Legacy of the Three Kings Kaikōmako: A Conservation Priority
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The Precious Legacy of the Three Kings Kaikōmako: A Conservation Priority

Posted on: March 11, 2024March 9, 2024

In the realm of conservation and biodiversity, the Three Kings Kaikōmako (Pennantia baylisiana) stands as a poignant symbol of both the fragility and resilience of endemic plant species. […]

Rediscovery of the Auckland Island Rail: A Triumph for Conservation
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Rediscovery of the Auckland Island Rail: A Triumph for Conservation

Posted on: December 27, 2023December 30, 2023

In a remarkable turn of events, the Auckland Island Rail, once thought to be extinct, was rediscovered in the second half of the 20th century, marking a significant […]

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From fern (“far”) +‎ weh (“pain”).
Literally, "far pain" or "far sickness",
as contrasted with Heimweh
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