Over a million species of animals and plants are now hanging by a thread, more than ever before in human history, says the ...

These crystal-clear lakes from around the world are proof that nature knows how to keep it clean—and absolutely breathtaking ...

January in Russia conjures up images of Muscovites crunching through the snow in bulky coats -- not bunches of delicate snowdrops blooming in grassy areas around still-standing Christmas trees ...

In Lake Baikal the team had to use thermally insulated diving suits with hot water inside. This allowed the divers to stay underwater for almost an hour and film some of the most intimate Baikal ...

You say that Lake Baikal in Eastern Russia is one of the spookiest lakes out there. ... It was quiet. And then when we reached the lake, it was these enormous trees. “I'm 6 foot 3.

Mongolia is an outdoor lover’s dream — and Lake Khovsgol National Park is the perfect place to soak it all in. Here's how to plan your trip.

Almost two-thirds of Lake Baikal’s distinctive wildlife consists of native species. The Lubomirskiidae family of freshwater sponges found there differs greatly from other types, resembling tall trees ...

Lake Baikal, Russia. Help save a natural wonder. Baikal is so vast and deep, many locals call it a sea. Covering some 12,200 square miles and with an average depth of 2,442 feet, the massive lake ...

More tree pollen could have led to more Pleistocene-era people living in Eurasia. ... although not from Lake Baikal but farther west, at a place called Ust’-Ishim,” Goebel said.

Dubbed as “the Pearl of Siberia,” Lake Baikal isn’t only the deepest lake in the world but also one of the most beautiful. Surrounded by magnificent trees, this UNESCO World Heritage is famous for its ...

Cracks and bubbles of gas form an intricate pattern on Baikal Lake in Russia. ... Known for growing in tropical habitats, this photo shows all the life that coexists with the mangrove tree.