Dogs, Ponds and Mountains, Oh My!

Nature and animals in South Korea are surprisingly very similar to those in the United States. Read this field note to find out what specific animals are in both the U.S. and Korea!

Nature

We were accompanied by this magnificient creature throughout my road trip along the Mediterranean coast. Any guesses as to what I am talking about? The seagull, of course!!

What Can Hoverflies Tell Us About the Nature of Reality?

Is it a bee? Is it a wasp? No, it's a hoverfly! Hoverflies are the topic of my research in India, and they serve as a crucial pollinator all across the world. Some heroes wear wings instead of capes.

Island of Trains

To get almost anywhere in Japan, public transportation is the go-to method. Whether by bus, train or subway, Japan is known for its punctuality and quality. I take the train almost every week!

Wild Garlic in the Azores

When we traveled to the Azores, we were surprised to learn that most plants are not native to the island. However, there is one native plant that is pretty, and you can eat! 

Hangul Day: A Tradition to Honor King Sejong

Hangul Day is a national commemoration of the creation of the Korean writing system. In 1446, King Sejong created an alphabet, so that the common people could express themselves!

Stray dogs in China

Do you love dogs? Many people in smaller cities like Wenzhou don't have pets, but there are always animals roaming around town! Let's take a closer look at one of these memorable creatures!

My Way of Traveling

Back in the USA, I am used to driving myself places. Now that I am abroad, I have learned other ways of getting to where I need to be.

Travel in Cameroon

There are many types of transportation in Cameroon similar to America, but with two exceptions. People travel on motorbikes here, and people who live near a river travel by pirogue, a type of boat.

Nanjing is in Bloom!

We are right in the middle of spring here and that means that many of the trees are now blooming, bringing bright and radiant color back to the city of Nanjing! 

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