Nature
75 unrolled threads about nature, each one readable on a single page.
James Lucas@JamesLucasITThread of before and after photos 🧵 1. Chichen Itza in 1892 and now
SummaryA comprehensive collection of before-and-after photos spanning history, archaeology, nature, personal transformations, and urban development. The thread includes iconic sites like Chichen Itza and the Great Pyramid, environmental restoration projects, historical reunions, and architectural changes across centuries.Jun 26, 202431 tweets♥ 549KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITMoms in the wild - a mother's day thread 🧵 1. "Look Mom, I'm scaring them!"
SummaryA heartwarming Mother's Day thread featuring 20 adorable moments of animal mothers caring for their young, including chimps, elephants, otters, bears, and other wildlife showcasing maternal instinct and bonding across species.May 11, 202521 tweets♥ 546KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITThe terrifying beauty of the ocean 🧵 1. Sitting on the edge of an underwater cliff
SummaryA visual thread showcasing the awe-inspiring and terrifying wonders of the ocean, featuring massive whales, bioluminescent creatures, extreme underwater depths, and dramatic coastal phenomena that highlight the beauty and mystery of marine environments.Oct 3, 202427 tweets♥ 461KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITPlaces on Earth that don't look real - thread 🧵 1. Namibia, where the desert meets the ocean
SummaryA curated collection of 30 breathtaking and seemingly otherworldly locations from around the globe, including natural wonders like Salar de Uyuni's salt flats, Iceland's basalt canyons, Australia's pink lake, and China's towering rock formations. Each location features stunning photography and fascinating geological or natural phenomena explanations.Apr 7, 202431 tweets♥ 385KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITThread on the real size of things 🧵 1. Titanic compared to a modern cruise ship
SummaryA comprehensive visual comparison thread showcasing the real sizes of famous landmarks, natural wonders, animals, and celestial bodies using human scale references. The thread demonstrates how maps distort geography, how massive historical structures and modern marvels truly compare to people, and reveals the staggering scale of extinct creatures and astronomical objects.Sep 3, 202431 tweets♥ 410K
Raghu@IndiaTales7Explore Incredible Features You Might Not Have Known That Exist in Japan~A Thread 🧵 1. Moments that don't look real but really are.
SummaryA thread showcasing unique and fascinating features of Japan, from innovative infrastructure like seismic isolation bearings and water-saving toilets to the exceptional politeness and discipline of Japanese society, wildlife, and culture.Dec 14, 202430 tweets♥ 389K
sea@neverlieAnimals interrupting wildlife photographers - a thread 🧵 1. A curious fox by Dan Dinu
SummaryA curated collection of hilarious and heartwarming moments where wild animals interrupt wildlife photographers, from curious foxes and meerkats to a lion pride playing with a dropped camera and a chimpanzee washing a photographer's hands in gratitude.Nov 26, 202431 tweets♥ 365K
💪🎭..Rai ji..💪🎭@Vinod_r108The terrifying beauty of wildlife ~ A thread🧵 1. Moms always behind us ❤️
SummaryA heartwarming thread celebrating motherhood across the animal kingdom, showcasing tender moments between mothers and their babies including rhinos, gorillas, elephants, otters, and other wildlife. The thread highlights how maternal love, protection, and sacrifice are universal across all species.Dec 11, 202430 tweets♥ 348K
Wolf of X@WolfofXAustralia 🧵 1.
SummaryA thread showcasing various unique aspects of Australia, including dangerous wildlife (crocodiles, venomous snakes, kangaroos), interesting environmental and civic features (mesh drains, tax transparency), and humorous cultural observations about distances, costs, and regulations.Feb 8, 202511 tweets♥ 325KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITMegalophobia: the fear of large things 🧵 1. This is a single image
SummaryA visual thread exploring megalophobia through stunning images of massive structures and objects—from icebergs and ships to mountains, monuments, and natural wonders—all featuring human scale references to emphasize their enormous size.Oct 27, 202428 tweets♥ 319KRaghu@IndiaTales7The real size of things ~ A Thread🧵 1. If Saturn were as close to Earth as the Moon, this is what it would look like:
SummaryA visual thread comparing the actual sizes of famous landmarks, natural wonders, and celestial objects using human figures and other reference points for scale. Includes comparisons of Saturn if it were closer to Earth, the Statue of Unity, pyramids, giant statues, extinct animals, and demonstrations of how maps distort true continental sizes.Oct 13, 202430 tweets♥ 307K
Creepy.org@creepydotorgAnimals that will surprise you with their actual size: A thread 🧵 1. A husky next to a wolf
SummaryA visual thread showcasing animals that are surprisingly larger (or smaller) than people typically expect, featuring size comparisons of creatures ranging from wolves and moose to whale skulls, giant fish, and oversized insects from around the world.Aug 4, 202430 tweets♥ 299K
Vertigo_Warrior@VertigoWarriorThe terrifying beauty of the Ocean. A thread ⚠️Thread NOT suitable for sensitive people
SummaryA visual thread showcasing the remarkable and sometimes terrifying creatures and phenomena of the ocean, from bioluminescent whale sharks and ancient Greenland sharks to giant jellyfish, deep-sea oddities, and powerful waves that demonstrate both the beauty and danger of marine environments.Jan 15, 202522 tweets♥ 276K💪🎭..Rai ji..💪🎭@Vinod_r108The terrifying beauty of wildlife ~ A thread🧵 1. Moms always behind us.
SummaryA heartwarming thread showcasing maternal instincts across various animal species, featuring clips of protective mothers, playful babies, and tender family moments that demonstrate the universality of motherhood in the animal kingdom.Dec 31, 202431 tweets♥ 287KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITSatisfying thread for perfectionists 🧵 1. Moon bridge
SummaryA visual compilation of satisfying examples of perfect symmetry, precision, and geometric beauty from nature and human craftsmanship, including architectural wonders, natural formations, and expertly executed artwork and restoration work.Mar 31, 202523 tweets♥ 272KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITThread of surreal places you (probably) didn't know existed 🧵 1. Sverd i fjell, Norway
SummaryA curated thread showcasing 20 surreal and lesser-known locations around the world, including underground cities, massive crystal caves, ancient rock fortresses, otherworldly landscapes, and picturesque beaches with fascinating historical and geological significance.Mar 27, 202522 tweets♥ 257KJames Lucas@JamesLucasITLooking at the world through a microscope 🧵 1. Terrifying photo of an ant's face
SummaryA visually stunning thread showcasing the incredible and often surprising details of everyday objects and organisms when viewed through microscopes, from ant faces and snowflakes to blood cells and shark skin. The collection reveals hidden complexity in nature and man-made items, including fascinating facts like why paper cuts hurt more than knife cuts.Oct 15, 202428 tweets♥ 244K
Gnome Anne May Perceive Me@annethegnometysm for asking HERE IS MY LIST OF MUSHROOMS THAT ARE SCARIER THAN CHICKEN OF THE WOODS for all your Infected design needs 🧟♂️🍄 Starting STRONG with Clathrus Archeri, Devil's Fingers. This lil sti...
SummaryA thread showcasing creepy and visually striking mushroom species including Devil's Fingers (which smells like corpses), Bleeding Tooth fungus (with red droplets), Earthstars (puffing spores), Dead Man's Fingers (zombie-like appearance), and bioluminescent Ghost Fungus. The author explains why these would be perfect for horror/infected designs despite not being particularly dangerous.Oct 8, 202412 tweets♥ 234KRaghu@IndiaTales7The real size of Animals ~ A Thread🧵 1. Just in case people are getting confused, here is a husky next to a wolf.
SummaryA visual thread comparing the actual sizes of various animals to humans and each other, featuring everything from massive moose and bison to giant flying foxes, saltwater crocodiles, and other surprisingly large creatures.Oct 26, 202424 tweets♥ 241KJames Lucas@JamesLucasIT