Which is the highest peak in Northern Europe? A Galdhøpiggen B Store Skagastølstind C Glittertind Fact: Galdhøpiggen in Norway, standing at 8,100 feet, offers panoramic views of surrounding peaks and glaciers. The mountain was first ascended in 1850 by Steinar Sulheim (a guide), Ingebrigt Flotten (a church warden), and Lars Arnesen (a local teacher). Today, … Read more
Which Norse god is known for mischief and shapeshifting? A Balder B Heimdall C Loki Fact: Loki isn’t your typical Norse god. He’s unpredictable, often switching sides, and never quite fits in with the rest of the gods. His actions lead to major turning points in the myths—especially Ragnarok, where he goes from ally to … Read more
Question 1: This yellow-spotted river turtle is hanging with a butterfly in which South American river basin? A The Amazon B The Galápagos C South Mississippi Specifically, our be-shelled buddy lives in the Ecuadorian Amazon. The region is considered one of Earth’s most diverse ecosystems—and apparently, it’s a place where butterflies will swarm a turtle. … Read more
Question 1: We’re visiting the Avenue of the Baobabs. Where is it? A Madagascar B Comoros C Mozambique Madagascar’s Avenue of the Baobabs is a cluster of 20–25 Grandidier’s baobabs lining an 850-foot stretch of road, creating a remarkable natural corridor. Beyond this grove, another 25 or so of the towering trees are scattered across … Read more
Question 1: Where is the tea garden in today’s image? A China B India C Sri Lanka Tea originated in China over 4,000 years ago, with Emperor Shen Nong said to have discovered it by accident. Today, China’s lush tea gardens, like the one pictured here in Zhejiang province, produce world-renowned varieties such as green, … Read more
Question 1: Today, we celebrate bees. Which statement about these insects is true? A Only female bees can sting B All bees produce honey C Bees have four legs Male bees, known as drones, don’t have stingers at all. It’s the female worker bees who are equipped to sting, usually only when the hive is … Read more
Today, we celebrate bees. Which statement about these insects is true? A Only female bees can sting B All bees produce honey C Bees have four legs Fact: Male bees, known as drones, don’t have stingers at all. It’s the female worker bees who are equipped to sting, usually only when the hive is threatened. … Read more
What is the honey bee secretion that nourishes the larvae? A Royal jelly B Royal pudding C Royal icing Fact: Royal jelly is a nutrient-rich substance produced by worker bees to feed larvae. It is also what turns an ordinary bee into a queen, including growing the ovaries she needs to lay eggs. Packed with … Read more
Honey has been used in medicinal ways. What is one reason why? A It provides the sticky part of adhesive bandages B It prevents headaches C It has antibacterial properties Fact: When bees expel nectar—which becomes honey—their internal enzymes break it down into a form that includes low levels of hydrogen peroxide. Because hydrogen peroxide … Read more
Question 1: The mountain seen in today’s image got its name from … A Laurentine Hamilton B Margaret Hamilton C Alexander Hamilton Mount Hamilton was named after Laurentine Hamilton, a Presbyterian minister who came to California during the Gold Rush. In 1861, Hamilton was invited on a hike by botanist William H. Brewer. After reaching … Read more