A fascinating aquatic insect species that is able to 'walk' on the water using surface tension.
The term beech is used for several species of trees growing from North America to Asia, i.e. all over the northern temperate zone.
The white stork is one of the best-known migratory birds in Europe. But how much do you know about these birds?
Let’s observe the effect of the amylase enzyme on a starch solution in the presence of Lugol’s solution.
In this video, you can see how the water, coloured with eosin solution, moves upwards in a carnation.
Examination of the cells and stomas on the epidermis of a pelargonium at 100x magnification.
Let’s simulate protein digestion in the stomach using a mixture of hydrochloric acid and pepsin.
A film about the green iguana, the popular inhabitant of exotic terrariums.
Every March, children love plaiting wreaths of dandelions. Let’s find out more about this popular meadow plant.
The structure, use and medicinal properties of trees living by water.
In the ancient Eastern religions it is the symbol of rebirth. Besides its aesthetically pleasing appearance, all of its parts are edible.
Native to South America, the plant is the basic ingredient in chocolate.
They are the best-known succulents and have adapted well to dry climate.
This plant in the family of Polygonaceae originates from Asia. Its name means “the root of Barbarians”. In many places it is grown as a vegetable, too.
The most widespread tree species in temperate forests. It grows slowly. Its timber is popular in the furniture industry.
After you have seen this video, you will be able to tell the English oak from the sessile oak.
Thanks to its high nutritional value, the clover is an excellent fodder plant; four-leaved clovers are a real rarity and are thought to bring luck.
A gull species typically found on European beaches; it is easily recognisable by the distinctive sound it makes.
This owl species living in the furthest northern regions of our planet has adapted brilliantly to the harsh conditions of the taiga and the tundra.
This species is an excellent example for symbiosis. Living together with sea anemones they keep predators away.
A fearsome predator of snowy mountains. Of all the felids the snow leopard jumps the furthest.
The largest species of lizard that lives in isolation. Even a single bite of it can be fatal.
A typical animal of the Andes kept as a beast of burden as well as for its meat and wool.
This little animal has the annoying habit of raiding waste containers and scattering rubbish all over the place.