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ecosystems
Environment / 21 weeks ago
Brazil tops list of the world's most biodiverse countries - Who else made the cut?
Brazil has secured its place as the most biodiverse country on Earth, home to nearly 13% of all known animal and plant species in a new biodiversity ranking released by World Population Review. The study, which analysed the share of global biodiversity by country, emphasises the critical role these nations play in preserving the planet’s ecosystems amid mounting threats from climate change, deforestation, and human expansion.
Environment / 26 weeks ago
The deepest places on each continent – A global dive beneath sea level
From saline basins to remote deserts, the deepest points on each continent reveal a fascinating interplay of geology, climate, and human interaction. According to data compiled by World Atlas, these locations—measured by their depth below sea level—offer dramatic landscapes and scientific, economic, and environmental insights. At –427 metres (–1,401 feet), the Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth’s surface not covered by water or ice. Bordering Israel and Jordan, this hypersaline lake is fed by the Jordan River, yet has no outlet, causing intense evaporation that leaves behind a dense concentration of minerals. Its unique chemical makeup makes it inhospitable to most life forms but ideal for mineral extraction and wellness tourism, drawing thousands for its therapeutic muds and buoyant waters.
