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15 Perceptive One-Liners by the Great Charles Darwin

The English naturalist and geologist made many revolutionary observations of life, evolution, and mankind through his experiments and studies in nature. His findings are widely regarded as among the most significant in the history of biology.

These Vintage Bird Illustrations are Charming & Beautiful

Interestingly, Audubon wasn't a trained naturalist, but his passionate love for birds made him perfect his art. 'Birds of America' was printed between 1827 and 1838 and included hand-engraved plates from the artist's original watercolor paintings .

See the Beauty of Mushrooms Captured in Stunning Photos

Created by artist Jill Bliss, she describes herself as a naturalist, educator, farmhand, caretaker and deckhand. Her art uses a wide assortment of the beautifully vibrant wild fungi she finds.

These Paintings Transport You to a Pastoral Dream World

He loved painting naturalistic scenery and was considered a leader in the golden age of Danish painting.

This Artist Decided to Paint Cats in Each Famous Art Style!

Inspired By Naturalists 8. Inspired By Japanese Art 9. Inspired By Futurism 10. Inspired By Joan Miro 11. Inspired By Pop Art 12. 

David Attenborough’s Wisest Quotes About Life on Earth

David Attenborough is a British naturalist and broadcaster best known for writing and presenting programs that have inspired the modern format of nature documentaries. In a career spanning over 8 decades, Attenborough’s name is synonymous with the love and knowledge of the natural world.

12 Hyperrealism Paintings by Korean Artist An Jung-hwan

His large-scale oil landscapes often feature wooded forests, verdant meadows, and beautiful mountains and have a distinct naturalistic spirit. The artist’s paintings have been featured in various exhibitions across Korea and Asia and he has received plenty of adulation for his works.

These Photos Prove New Zealand Is the Most Beautiful Place

While they are both beautiful, it is the Southern Island that most naturalists come to see. The South Island is famous for having many different settings - from lush, green hills and fields to rocky and snow covered mountains.

15 Stunning Exotic Birds Embroidered on Dried Leaves

The Spanish artist Laura Dalla Vecchia took this naturalistic approach and applied it to her embroidery. Her stunning exotic bird embroideries of toucans, parrots, and hummingbirds are perched on twigs in front of dried leaves - looking just like live birds in the midst of an autumnal jungle.

8 Members of the Animal World Who Thrive In Their Solitude

When first discovered, it caused much confusion among naturalists and scientists. In fact when naturalist George Shaw described the platypus in his 1799 work "The Naturalist's Miscellany,” people refused to believe him. Related Article: 11 Adorable Polar Animals that Will Warm Your Heart 4.

These Newly Discovered Animals Are Incredible!

The bird was identified by two naturalists by its unfamiliar hoot and they believe that they have discovered a new genus of Arabian owl. Pirate Ant ( Cardiocondyla pirata ) The dark-colored patches around these ants' eyes are what gave them their name.

A Stunning Photographic Tour of the American South-West

~Donald Culross Peattie, The Road of a Naturalist, 1941 Related articles: The Most Beautiful Places in the U.S 20 Gorgeous European Countries to Visit 17 Beautiful Asian Countries Beautiful Photos From the American South-West photos, travel, scenery, desert, natural, california, USA, Nevada, Utah, southwest

The Works of Durer, Art History’s Greatest Draftsman

Portrait of the artist's mother [related_articles] Portrait of Erasmus, famous scholar and friend of Dürer​'s Christ at the age of 12 Perhaps most importantly, Dürer was an avid naturalist, making beautifully-detailed watercolors and drawings of animals and still life.

The Mystery of the Death Valley Moving Stones.

Naturalists from the National Park Service later wrote more detailed descriptions and Life magazine featured a set of photographs from The Racetrack. Speculation about how the stones may move started at this time.

Explore a Natural Wonder with David Attenborough Narration

The naturalist was recently quoted saying in Big Issue magazine “In times of crisis, the natural world is a source of both joy and solace. The natural world produces the comfort that can come from nothing else.”

5 Apps That Are as Fun as They Are Educational

Even if not, you have the option to chat with scientists and naturalists who may know the answer. Download: iOS , Android 5. Flipboard It seems like we’re drowning in information these days. You may feel you’re behind just for neglecting to check on a certain app for a few hours.

Can Faking a Smile Lift Your Mood? The Science Is In!

And the Victorian naturalist wasn’t the only one to believe this idea. By the mid-twentieth century, we see this idea pop up in music and literature too. Nat King Cole's 1954 hit Smile comes to mind.