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Lucky Cruise Passengers Sight Rare, Giant Phantom Jellyfish

When passengers aboard a Viking Expedition cruise spotted a massive creature in the frigid waters off Antarctica, they suspected it was special. However, they did not realize they had stumbled upon the extremely rare, giant phantom jellyfish (Stygiomedusa gigantea). Until then, there had been only 126 recorded observations of the species since its identification in 1910....

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Lucky Cruise Passengers Sight Rare, Giant Phantom Jellyfish

WATER!: Why every drop counts and how you can start making waves to protect it (National Geographic Kids)

Every living thing on Earth needs water. But our planet is facing some serious water problems. Fortunately, there is hope! And that’s where this book comes in. By learning the ins and outs of important water issues and making small but powerful changes in our daily life, your students can help protect the water that connects us all on our beautiful blue planet....

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WATER!: Why every drop counts and how you can start making waves to protect it (National Geographic Kids)

Don't Miss Yosemite National Park's Spectacular "Firefall"

California's Yosemite National Park is famous for its ancient giant sequoia trees and massive rock formations. These include tEl Capitan and Half Dome. However, from mid-to-late February, the main draw is the Horsetail Fall. The seasonal waterfall flows over the eastern edge of El Capitan every winter. During the last two weeks in February, it often transforms into a stunning "Firefall." The natural phenomenon occurs around 5 to 15 minutes before sunset. It lasts just a few minutes....

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Don't Miss Yosemite National Park's Spectacular "Firefall"

Utah's Great Salt Lake Could Dry Up In Five Years

An ongoing drought and excessive water usage have caused the water levels at Utah's Great Salt Lake to hit historic lows. Since 1850, the lake has lost 73 percent of its water and 60 percent surface area. A January 4, 2023, report by scientists at Brigham Young University warns that the saline lake could disappear within five years if no action is taken....

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Utah's Great Salt Lake Could Dry Up In Five Years

Hawaii's Mauna Loa Volcano Erupts After 38 Years

The world's largest active volcano began erupting for the first time in 38 years on November 27, 2022. Mauna Loa, located on Hawaii's Big Island, came alive at about 11:30 pm local time. It has been spewing out spectacular fountains of lava as high as 148 feet since. The river of molten lava is inching close to a major highway. But it currently poses no risk to nearby communities....

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Hawaii's Mauna Loa Volcano Erupts After 38 Years