ethanconner+FollowAnimals That Literally Freeze to Survive?!Nature’s got some wild tricks up its sleeve—did you know there are animals that can actually freeze themselves solid and come back to life when it warms up? Frogs, turtles, caterpillars, and even beetles have mastered the art of suspended animation, letting their bodies turn to ice and then thawing out like nothing happened. From the wood frog’s heart-stopping freeze to the woolly bear caterpillar’s years-long nap, these creatures are the ultimate winter survivalists. Seriously, it’s like real-life cryogenics! #NatureIsWild #WinterSurvivors #AnimalFacts #News70Share
Joseph Hartman+Follow👀 Meet the Big-Eyed Wonder of the Night!Ever heard of the Bohol Tarsier? This tiny primate might just be one of the strangest (and cutest!) creatures you'll ever meet. Native to Bohol Island in the Philippines, each of its eyes is bigger than its brain—no joke! These giant peepers are like built-in night vision goggles, perfect for spotting snacks in the dark. But don’t let the size fool you—this little guy can jump. Thanks to its oversized feet and powerful hind legs, the Bohol Tarsier can leap from tree to tree like a fuzzy ninja, hunting insects and small invertebrates. It’s like Mother Nature crossed an owl, a monkey, and a gremlin... and we’re obsessed. #TarsierTuesday #WeirdAndWonderful #NatureIsWild #TinyButMighty #BigEyesBigSurprise411Share
Zachary Gutierrez+FollowMoths Use Stars to Navigate 600 Miles?!Turns out, a tiny brown moth in Australia can pull off a 600-mile migration using the stars—just like birds and humans! Scientists found that Bogong moths navigate at night by reading the night sky, and even have a backup plan: they sense Earth’s magnetic field if the stars are hidden. These little guys are basically nature’s OG GPS, and they do it all with a brain the size of a pinhead. Mind. Blown. #NatureIsWild #MothMigration #ScienceFacts #Science130Share
davisjames+FollowMoose Are Growing Antlers Crazy Fast!Did you know New York’s bull moose are literally growing their antlers up to an inch a day right now? That’s the fastest-growing tissue of any mammal! They’re bulking up those antlers for sparring and showing off during mating season. These massive animals (up to 1,200 lbs!) are still rare to spot in NY, but if you see one, you’re witnessing some record-setting growth. Nature’s glow-up, anyone? #MooseFacts #NYWildlife #NatureIsWild #Pets60Share
Richard Vaughan+FollowBirds Spy on Prairie Dog Gossip!Turns out, prairie dogs aren’t just digging tunnels—they’re also the neighborhood gossip, warning everyone (including birds!) about predators. Long-billed curlews literally eavesdrop on prairie dog alarm calls to know when to hide from danger. Researchers even sent a fake badger on a joyride to test it, and the birds ducked way earlier when prairie dogs sounded the alarm. Who knew prairie dog drama could save lives? Nature’s got some wild group chats! #NatureIsWild #PrairieDogs #BirdWatching #Science40Share
Michelle York+FollowWhales Are Blowing Bubble Rings at Us?!Scientists just caught humpback whales making perfect bubble rings—like underwater smoke donuts—when humans are around. Unlike their hunting bubbles, these rings seem playful or maybe even a way to say hi! Some whales even used one nostril to make them (seriously, how cool is that?). The best part? They only do it when people are nearby, hinting at curiosity or a wild attempt at interspecies communication. Next time you’re whale watching, keep your eyes peeled for these magical moments! #WhaleWednesday #NatureIsWild #InterspeciesCommunication #Science260Share
megangibson+FollowGlaciers Are Literally Making Music?!Did you know you can actually HEAR glaciers melting? A researcher in Iceland started recording glacier sounds after being inspired by a Sigur Rós song, and what he found is wild—melting ice makes all these popping, fizzing, and squealing noises as air bubbles escape. It’s like nature’s own soundtrack! Beyond being super cool, these sounds help scientists track how fast glaciers are disappearing (spoiler: it’s happening fast). Kinda makes you want to listen closer to what the planet’s telling us, right? #ClimateChange #GlacierSounds #NatureIsWild #Science121Share
Richard Vaughan+FollowSaharan Dust Storms: Nature’s Wild RideDid you see those insane satellite pics? A massive Saharan dust storm just swept across the Atlantic—think 150,000 square kilometers of orange haze! Not only does this dust mess with air quality (hello, allergy season), but it also fertilizes the ocean and even the Amazon rainforest. Wild, right? Satellites like Sentinel-3 and Sentinel-5P are tracking it all, showing us how these storms connect continents and feed entire ecosystems. Nature’s got some serious moves! #SaharanDust #EarthScience #NatureIsWild #Science60Share
Jacob Morgan+FollowWildlife Showdown: Takahē vs. Tuatara!Imagine stumbling across a takahē and a tuatara—two of New Zealand’s rarest creatures—having a full-on face-off in the bush! That’s exactly what happened to a ranger on Tiritiri Matangi Island, and the video is wild. These ancient animals are both conservation success stories, and seeing them healthy (and feisty!) in the same spot is proof that protecting habitats really works. Who knew takahē could get so bold? Nature’s drama, caught on camera! #WildlifeWednesday #ConservationWin #NatureIsWild #Pets30Share
Tamara Jones+FollowNighttime Pollinators Are Secret MVPsTurns out, the real heroes of our food supply aren’t just bees and butterflies you see during the day—it’s also the bats, moths, and fireflies working the night shift! New research found that these nocturnal pollinators are just as important for plant reproduction as their daytime counterparts. We barely notice them, but without their help, we’d be in serious trouble. Maybe it’s time we show some love to the creatures making moves while we sleep! #NatureIsWild #Pollinators #NightShift #Science40Share
