In Misiones, Argentina, there is an edible tree: the Yacaratia, a species you can safely eat without worrying for your health. Credit: Alex Popovkin – CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.Misiones, Argentina, is home to the world’s only edible tree: The Yacaratia, a species that you can eat as it is perf
Ant smuggling emerges as a new criminal threat to Europe, as traffickers have been recently detained in Kenya. Crecdit: Sancho McCann / CC BY 2.0 (Ilustrative Picture)Ant smuggling is emerging as the new front in the fight against wildlife traffiking. Kenyan police recently raided a national park gu
Marce the Recycler is a Colombian recycling icon. Created by Sara Samaniego, this character inspires young people to recycle. Credit: Marce the Recycler courtesyMarce the Recycler is a fictional character created by Sara Samaniego, who has become a recycling icon in Colombia. This character was desi
The Sihek, a rare bird species once extinct in the wild, lays eggs on a Pacific island for the first time in 40 years. Credit: MostlyDross / CC BY 2.0For the first time in 40 years, a rare bird species known as the Guam kingfisher, or Sihek, has laid eggs in the wild. The event took place on Palmyra
Spectacled bears are the only bears that inhabit the South American Andes region, with a presence in Colombia, Venezuela, Peru, Ecuador, and Bolivia. Credit: Tambako the Jaguar / CC BY-ND 2.0Deep in the lush forests and rugged mountains of Colombia, the Spectacled Bear (Tremarctos ornatus) roams—a m
Pink dolphins, are a rare and enchanting species that inhabit the waterways of Colombia’s Amazon rainforest. Credit: Joachim S Muller / CC BY NC SA 2.0Pink dolphins, also known as Amazon River dolphins or Boto dolphins, are a rare and enchanting species that inhabit the waterways of the Amazon rainf
With allergy rates rising in Europe, researchers use weather data to better predict pollen seasons and reduce health risks. Petr Kratochvil / Public DomainA team of scientists has created new tools to better predict when certain trees release pollen that causes allergies. The work focuses on olive a
A year after water rationing began in Bogota, the capital of Colombia, the city’s mayor announced the end of the restrictions as of tomorrow. Credit: Victor Cohen / Colombia One.When marking one year since the start of water restrictions in Bogota, the capital of Colombia, the city’s mayor, Carlos F
Scientists have discovered a new species of fish in the Gulf of Mexico, the Hypoplectrus espinosai, also known as the Campeche Bank Hamlet. Credit: Roban Kramer – CC BY-SA 2.0 via Flickr.Scientists have discovered a new species of fish in the Gulf of Mexico. Researchers from the Leibniz Center for T
Arctic sea ice in winter 2025 has been the smallest ever recorded, showing the clear impact of rising global temperatures. Credit: Christopher Michel / CC BY 2.0Arctic sea ice during winter has shrunk to its smallest size ever recorded. New information from NASA and the European Union’s Copernicus C
Colombia has more than 24,528 plant species with some curious species featuring very interesting characteristics. Credit: aalozadag, CC BY 3.0 / Wikimedia CommonsColombia is rich in biodiversity, home to 24,528 species of plants. Among this vast diversity, some plants stand out for their beauty, rar
Colombia offers unique glamping experiences that blend nature and comfort in top spots like Guatape, Guatavita, and Tayrona Park. Credit: Darvin Salamanca/ Colombia OneGlamping accommodations have gained popularity in Colombia in recent years, offering a unique experience that combines a connection
A wide variety of stray animals can be found on the streets of Colombia, facing dangers while posing a risk for residents. Credit: Wilfredor, CC0 1.0 / Wikimedia CommonsIn recent years, Colombia has faced a growing problem: the presence of stray animals found in cities’ streets and rural areas. The
Rhodium, the world’s most expensive metal, is found in Colombia, although in small quantities, mainly in the department of Choco. Credit: Rhagchem / CC BY-SA 4.0Rhodium, the most expensive metal in the world, is found, albeit in small quantities, in Colombia. The price of this mineral on the interna
In Colombia, a partnership between Ecopetrol and Latam Airlines enabled the first flight of an airplane powered by sustainable fuel. Credit: A.P. / Colombia One.Colombia has announced its first flight powered by sustainable fuel, made possible through a partnership between the state oil company Ecop
According to the World Economic Forum, Medellin, Colombia, has reduced its average temperature by 2°C through the planting of trees. Credit: Genesis, Co1. Medellin, Colombia, has successfully reduced its average temperature by 2 degrees Celsius through the implementation of “green corridors,” or str
Climate change has been the root cause for many issues around the world, and by 2050, it is expected to make some countries to disappear. Credit: Chany Crystal – CC BY-ND 2.0 via Flickr.For decades, it has been commonly accepted that climate change is a real issue that may have devastating consequen
In Colombia, the world’s second most biodiverse country, is home to approximately 15 endemic monkey species. Credit: Miguel Angel Rodriguez Zambrano, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia ComonsColombia, one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, is home to 15 endemic monkey species known for their abili
Lomalinda Lagoon in Meta, Colombia, resembles the country’s map and offers unique activities for ecotourism in the region. Credit: X.com/@GobMetaColombia is home to a unique lagoon that resembles the shape of the country’s map. Located in the municipality of Puerto Lleras in the Meta department, the
French waste management company Veolia is facing allegations of deliberate pollution in the waters of San Silvestre, Colombia. Credit: Jhon Hegel Gutierrez- CC BY-SA 2.0 via Flickr (Illustrative Picture)French waste management company Veolia is facing allegations of severe pollution in Colombia. Rep
Men fishing in the Magdalena River in Mompox, Colombia. Credit: Genesis de La Ossa / Colombia OneColombia offers a variety of fishing opportunities, given its diverse landscapes and the abundance of natural resources. From river fishing to fishing in the Caribbean Sea, Colombians and visitors are fo
Panama’s rainforest almendro tree seems to benefit from frequent lightning strikes, as they bolster its growth. Credit: Max Reiser / CC BY 2.0In Panama’s tropical forests, the towering almendro tree appears to gain strength rather than suffer damage from frequent lightning strikes. Growing up to 180
A group of researchers in Colombia are seeking to create the first UNESCO geopark in an area of the department of Antioquia. Credit: KamiloKardona, Public Domain / Wikimedia.Colombia seeks to create its first UNESCO geopark in the Tusa hill (Cerro Tusa), in the department of Antioquia. The initiativ
Yoko, Colombia’s last captive chimp, was flown to Brazil to live in a primate sanctuary, ending two years of loneliness. Credit: Skepticalview / CC BY NC ND 2.0 (Illustrative Picture)Yoko, Colombia’s last remaining chimpanzee, was flown to Brazil yesterday to join others of his species. At 38 years
