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Spix’s macaw (Cyanopsitta spixii) is a medium-sized parrot species native to northeastern Brazil, characterized by blue-toned plumage. It is considered extinct in the wild due to habitat destruction and illegal poaching. However, through international conservation efforts, the goal is to reintroduce the species into the wild using individuals bred in captivity.Physical CharacteristicsThe Spix’s macaw measures approximately 56 cm in length and weighs around 300 grams. Its feathers are grayish-blu

Atelopus zeteki, commonly known as the "Golden Frog", is a frog species native to Central America. It inhabits the high-altitude tropical forests of Panama. This frog is distinguished by its bright yellow and orange coloration, which typically serves as a warning signal to potential predators. Atelopus zeteki generally reaches a length of 5 to 7 cm and is physically striking. However, the species’ beauty and vivid colors have also rendered it vulnerable to predators.This species was once widespr

Toros Frog (Rana holtzi) is an endemic frog species found only in Türkiye, belonging to the family Ranidae. It is observed exclusively in the glacial lakes within the boundaries of the Bolkar Mountains in the Ulukışla district of Niğde. First introduced to the scientific community approximately 150 years ago, this species has been under international protection since the signing of the Bern Convention in 1984.Toros Frog (District Governorship of Ulukışla, Republic of Türkiye)" image-alternate=""

The Bali myna, or Bali starling (Leucopsar rothschildi), is a critically endangered bird species belonging to the family Sturnidae within the order Passeriformes. This species measures approximately 25 cm (10 inches) in length and weighs about 3 ounces (85 grams). It is distinguished by its pure white plumage, black wing and tail tips, and prominent blue skin patches around the eyes. The bill is bluish-gray with a dull yellowish tip. Males exhibit a delicate, lacy crest of feathers extending bac

Burdur Lake is a saline and soda lake of tectonic origin, located within the boundaries of Burdur Province in southwestern Türkiye, with a closed basin. Its surface area varies over time due to factors such as evaporation and water loss, measuring approximately 250 km² during the 2000s. In addition to being the seventh largest lake in Türkiye, it is also one of the country’s deepest lakes, with a maximum depth of 110 m. It lies at an elevation of 845 m above sea level.GEOLOGICAL AND HYDROLOGICAL

Uludaz Tepesi is a natural elevation located in the Onikişubat district of Kahramanmaraş, known for hosting dense populations of ladybugs, especially during the spring months, and holds significance for the region’s biological diversity and ecotourism potential.Geographical Location and ElevationUludaz Tepesi is situated in the eastern part of the Mediterranean Region, within the Ahır Dağı mountain range. Approximately 20 kilometers from the city center of Kahramanmaraş, the peak reaches an elev

Coral reefs are complex and biodiverse underwater ecosystems formed by the accumulation over thousands of years of skeletons from various marine organisms, primarily stony corals. Despite covering less than 1% of the ocean floor, they provide habitat for approximately 25% of all marine life.Mehmet Sakınç, ''Canlılığın Cangılı Resifler,'' Bilim ve Gelecek Dergisi (2025), syf 55, erişim 4 Ağustos 2025, https://www.researchgate.net/publication/393120853_Canliligin_Cangili_Resifler">【1】 These str

The Bali Myna, also known as the Bali starling (Leucopsar rothschildi), is a critically endangered bird species belonging to the family Sturnidae within the order Passeriformes (perching birds). Measuring approximately 25 cm (10 inches) in length and weighing around 3 ounces (about 85 grams), this species is notable for its snow-white plumage, black wingtips and tail tips, and distinctive patches of bare blue skin around the eyes. The beak is bluish-gray with a dull yellowish tip. Male individua

Datça Date Palm (Phoenix theophrasti Greuter) is a tree species native to the Mediterranean and recognized as one of only two naturally occurring palm species in Europe. It is found naturally along the southwestern coasts of Türkiye and on the island of Crete. In addition to this species, the Bodrum-Gölköy population has been classified as a subspecies, Phoenix theophrasti Greuter subsp. golkoyana Boydak.Discovery and NomenclaturePhoenix theophrasti was first described in 1967 by botanist Werner

The Selçuklu Çarşı Mescidi is located along the Selçuklu-period trade axis of the Ani Archaeological Site. The structure is situated on the eastern side of the market street, which extends between the Ebu’l Muammeran Camii to the north and the Ebu’l Menuçehr Camii to the south. This axis served as the focal point of the city’s commercial and social life during the Selçuklu era. The mosque’s position indicates its function as a place of worship easily accessible to merchants and customers of the