Nature

'The Morning the Apples Began to Sing': A story of wonder and imagination - review

A story of wonder and self-expression, inspiring children to imagine, create, and embrace life’s hidden miracles.

Thee are no illustrations, except for an unexpected one on the last page.
THE ALMOND TREE has been watching over the Land of Israel for longer than we can fathom.

Hiking in the Holy Land: The almond tree, Israel's ancient clock

A Levantine Vernal Copper (Tomares nesimachus) butterfly

INPA releases Red Book for Butterflies detailing extinction, endangerment threats

Yiftach Singletrack – Named after Yiftach Gurni.

15 kilometers of the spirit of heroism: A new bike singletrack in the heights of Pitchat Nitzana


Rescued crane returns to the wild just in time for migration

While in repair at the acclimatization center, the crane received specialized orthopedic support for its injured leg to help regain stability.

 A crane that was found injured in the Galilee was released back into the wild.

Ultrasound performed on sandbar shark reveals advanced pregnancy stage in historic Israeli first

The waters off Hadera serve as a seasonal aggregation site for sharks, though the precise reasons remain under investigation.

Dusky Shark swiming in the sea

The harmony of spring: Even during war, Israel is covered in wildflowers as winter ends - opinion

Israel boasts a wide variety of ecological systems: deserts and marshes, high mountains, dense forests, and open fields with wildflowers to suit each habitat.

 Wildflowers are seen flourishing in the Hermon.

20 KM of adrenaline: The new trail that will change cycling in the south

A new trail in the Yad Mordechai Forest offers three cycling loops in green landscapes. The festive launch event will take place on March 7. Participation is free with prior registration.

 Single Yad Mordechai

Sleeping with scorpions, waking up with camels: The desert getaway you deserve

Kfar Hanokdim blends tradition and modernity, offering a desert experience with glowing scorpion tours, camel encounters, and various accommodations, from traditional tents to luxurious rooms.

 Kfar Hanokdim

Mantis shrimps punch at bullet speed. How can they take it?

The dactyl clubs act as a phononic shield, filtering high-frequency stress waves and preventing harmful vibrations from reaching the mantis shrimp's body.

 How mantis shrimp punch at bullet speed without breaking their own arms.

Magical winter tours in Samaria: From rare irises to blooming lupines

Samaria Tourism offers winter tours at special prices, with routes featuring nature, blooms, and local cuisine in Wadi Qana, Itamar Ridge, and Northern Samaria.

 Iris of Samaria

Blossoms along popular hiking trails | Documentation

In Beersheba National Park and Taninim Stream Reserve, beautiful blossoms await. Efrat Rochin, Community Coordinator: "This year's winter was delayed, but the rains helped the flowers."

Anemones in Beersheba Stream

The Jordan valley's secret: Magical tours for only NIS 10

Subsidized tours, night safaris, family camping, and bike trips: Seven weekends of attractions and experiences in the Jordan Valley at minimal cost. Starting on Tu Bishvat with special activities.

 Yitav Stream

Rare seabird discovered on Israeli coast

The rare Petrel has only been spotted in Israel seven times before Tuesday’s discovery. 

Rare seabird discovered on Israel's shore following winter storm.