genus Posts

Gorgeous Colorful Carnations As Far As the Eye Can See!

Found all across the globe, primarily in Europe and Asia, these 20 are amongst the most beautiful in the Dianthus genus and the illustrious family of Carnations. They will have you lost in a warm and wondrous haze of brightness and color! 1.

The Hibiscus, a Glorious Flower That Comes in Every Color!

Phillip Island hibiscus (Hibiscus insularis) (By Melburnian, Wikimedia Commons ) Lose Yourself in the Colors of the Different Hibiscuses nature, colors, beautiful, flowers, baba recommends, garden, colorful, species, hibiscus, different, types, design and photography, genus There are many beautiful

Here’s a Bird I Bet You Never Knew Could Be Interesting

Ciconia This genus derives its name from the Latin word for ‘Stork’, and has 7 species under it. 3.

You Wouldn't Believe These Crazy Creatures Were Once Real!

Phorusrhacidae (By Rextron, Wikimedia Commons ) These massive carnivorous flightless birds belong to a genus that became extinct around 1.5 million years ago, and were colloquially known as “Terror Birds”. They were once the largest apex predator to have roamed both North and South America. 10.

The Most Beautiful Seashells From Around the World

Nautilus (By Mgiganteus1, Wikimedia Commons ) Nautilus is a genus of cephalopod mollusks found in the Indo-Pacific ocean, with a uniquely patterned shell. 10. Tritia reticulata (By H.

A Rainbow Can Be Made From Mushrooms If You Look Right...

curid=25597421 This is the fruited body of one species among many under the genus Polyporus, which gets its name from the pores present on fungi under this genus. 8.

5 Animals Who Impersonate Another Species for Their Gain

There are many species from the Sesia genus that have evolved over centuries to mimic hornets and Sesia apiformis is one of them. The hornet moth, as the name suggests, is actually a copycat moth. It adopts the look and behavior of hornets for survival purposes.

Seals and Sea Lions Belong to an Entire Class of Their Own

Grey Seal ( Halichoerus grypus ) (By Duncan Harris, Wikimedia Commons ) Grey seals are the only seals in the Genus Halichoerus and also go by the names horsehead seal and Atlantic seal. The latter name was given to the animal, as it can be found throughout the North Atlantic Ocean.

6 Incredible Ancient Fossils Preserved In Amber

According to the scientific team, the wasp was a member of the parasitic genus, Cascoscelio incassus , that is still in existence today, while the spider belonged to a now-extinct species called Geratonephila burmanica .

Out of All the Chrysanthemums These Are the MOST Beautiful

By whatever name you call them, Chrysanthemums are a gorgeous genus of flowering plants , with over 40 different species within its family. Not only do they come in a wide variety of shapes, colors, and sizes, they have also had a myriad of uses throughout the centuries.

When These Flowering Shrubs Bloom, Your Garden Lights Up!

Weigela (By Ivar Leidus, Wikimedia Commons ) There are nearly 40 different species of deciduous shrub under this genus, each as beautiful as the last. The genus itself was named after a German scientist named Christian Ehrenfried Weigel. Their flowers are usually white and pink, with lobed petals.