Tag: Antarctica

At a scorching 50-55°C, Gaet'ale Pond in Ethiopia's Danakil Depression holds the Guinness World Record for the saltiest body of water on Earth. Its staggering 43.3% salinity—over twelve times saltier than the ocean—makes it an inhospitable yet scientifically fascinating marvel.

The Sonoran Desert is recognized as the most biologically diverse desert in North America, thriving with over 2,000 species of plants, 60 mammals, and 350 birds, which helps answer what is the healthiest desert in the world. This incredible variety challenges the typical arid image and points toward ecological vibrancy as the true measure of a desert's health. The answer is not as simple as a low-calorie treat but is rooted in ecological complexity.