Despite our variety, we are just one of the species that inhabit this amazing planet. Other living organisms can give us a renewed appreciation for the vast amount of biological diversity we share Earth with. Different parts of the world have different climates, habitats, flora and fauna. We might already be familiar with some of the animals and plant life we encounter during our travels. Others will be new to us and, in certain cases, seem exotic or downright strange. Observing and interacting with the other species that make up the natural world sometimes teaches us important lessons. … More The Natural World