Our Planet – Page 21 – Nature Observer

The Rise of Forest Fires Over the Last 100 Years: Trends, Causes, and Impacts

Over the past century, forest fires — also known as wildfires — have become larger, more frequent, and more destructive. Once seasonal and geographically limited, wildfires now pose a global…

DeKa June 13, 2025

Environmental Hazards Our Planet

Modern Equipment for Fighting Forest Fires: Technology Saving Forests and Lives

As forest fires become more frequent and intense due to climate change and human activity, the need for effective, high-tech firefighting tools has never been greater. Traditional methods like shovels,…

DeKa June 13, 2025

Environmental Hazards Our Planet

Forest Fires and Their Consequences: What’s at Stake?

Forest fires — whether sparked by lightning, human negligence, or extreme heat — are becoming more frequent and intense around the globe. These fires can spread rapidly, destroying ecosystems, threatening…

DeKa June 13, 2025

Ecology Environmental Hazards Our Planet

How to Restore Wetlands and Why It Matters

Wetlands — including swamps, bogs, marshes, and peatlands — are among the most valuable ecosystems on Earth. They filter water, store carbon, protect against floods, and support rich biodiversity. Yet…

DeKa June 11, 2025

Ecology Environmental Hazards Our Planet

Rivers and Water Bodies: What Destroys Aquatic Ecosystems

Rivers, lakes, and wetlands are the lifeblood of the planet. They supply drinking water, support agriculture, power industries, and harbor countless species. Yet today, many of the world’s aquatic ecosystems…

DeKa June 11, 2025

Ecology Guardians of Nature Our Planet

Microplastics: The Hidden Threat in Water and Food

Plastic is everywhere — from packaging and clothing to electronics and construction materials. But as plastic breaks down, it creates a far less visible and more dangerous form: microplastics. These…

DeKa June 11, 2025

Climate Our Planet

What Is an Ice Age?

An Ice Age is a long-term period in Earth’s history when global temperatures drop significantly, leading to the expansion of ice sheets and glaciers over large parts of the planet.…

DeKa June 11, 2025

Climate Our Planet

Cyclical Climate Changes on Earth: Natural Rhythms of the Planet

Climate change is often associated with human activity in the modern era, but long before the Industrial Revolution, Earth experienced natural climate cycles driven by astronomical, geological, and biological forces.…

DeKa June 11, 2025

History Our Planet Pets

The History of Modern Dogs

Dogs have been humanity’s faithful companions for tens of thousands of years. From their ancient beginnings as wild wolves to their modern status as beloved pets, service animals, and working…

DeKa June 10, 2025

Ecology Guardians of Nature Our Planet

The Negative Impact of Human Activity on Nature

Human progress has brought comfort, technology, and urban expansion — but it has also come at a high cost to the environment. From air pollution to habitat destruction, our actions…

DeKa June 10, 2025