Ideally, water is naturally colourless and odourless. However, in Nairobi River, things are different. This river has become heavily polluted over the years due to various human activities such as dumping of untreated sewage and solid waste, industrial pollution, plastic pollution and agricultural runoff. The pollution has had significant impacts on the environment, the health […]
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Stinkhorns give off a strong, offensive, rotting odor typically described as smelling of rotting dung or carrion or a combination of the two. Hence, the slogan “You’ll smell them before you see them!”. Due to their phallic appearance in many stinkhorns, they have been included in different folklore and cultural superstitions worldwide. Stinkhorn belong to
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The surging global demand for coffee has put tremendous pressure on coffee farmers worldwide, leading to an unavoidable dilemma. The decrease in the percentage of global coffee exports has had a significant impact on the coffee supply chain, which has been worsened by the ongoing effects of climate change. The primary cause of this supply
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Kenya has a rich biodiversity, with a wide range of ecosystems, wildlife, and plant species. This biodiversity is not only critical for conservation purposes but also for sustainable agriculture. Agricultural biodiversity, or agrobiodiversity, comprises variability and varieties of plants, animals, and microorganisms that are important in maintaining critical functions of the agricultural ecosystem. In Kenya,
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“I had never realized wild animals could have such definite personalities. Her moods are mercurial: she sulks, laughs, plays, pouts and has moments of ecstasy, is stroppy, confident, insecure, and shows many other facets of personality which would make a psychiatrist reel.” –Raising Daisy Rothschild, (Betty and Jock Leslie-Melville, Penguin Books, 1977). The Giraffe Centre is a
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The connection of our natural world is often overlooked, but it is essential to understand that every living organism plays a vital role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. For instance, forests provide a habitat for animals, and animals consume plants that rely on healthy soil, which is fertilized by fungi. Bees and other insects facilitate
A GMOs Story. GMOs have been developed for a wide variety of applications, including crops, industrial processes, and medical research. One of the most well-known companies involved in the development and commercialization of GMOs is Monsanto. Monsanto is a multinational agrochemical and agricultural biotechnology corporation that has been involved in the development and marketing of
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Environmental changes resulting from climate change disturb natural habitats and different species in different ways, some of which are still unclear to biologists. Rising environmental temperatures, unpredictable rainfall patterns, extreme weather events, and ocean acidification exert much pressure on species in addition to the threats from other human activities. Loss of biodiversity is a possibility.
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The GMO Debate Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are organisms altered to have genes with a desired trait, on the other hand, a GM crop is a plant whose DNA has been genetically modified and used in agriculture. GM crops have the potential to provide various benefits to agriculture, such as; Increased crop yields: GM crops
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The Oloolua Nature Trail If you’re a nature lover looking for an exciting outdoor adventure in Nairobi, the Oloolua Nature Trail is a must-visit destination. Located in the Karen suburb of the city, this beautiful trail is perfect for hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography. As you make your way along the trail, you’ll be surrounded
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