From Bears to Gliders: Nature’s Hidden Surprises

Did You Know About the Arched Reservoir?
The Arched Reservoir in Ramla is a leftover piece of an underground water system built in the 8th century by Muslims during the Abbasid rule in Israel. Even after many earthquakes over the years, the reservoir and its strong arches are still standing.

Why Do Grizzly Bears Wait by Waterfalls?
Grizzly bears love to eat salmon. Salmon swim upstream when they’re ready to lay eggs, often jumping over waterfalls to get back to where they were born. Grizzly bears know this and wait right above the falls for an easy catch.

Why Are Dried Fruits Made?
Long ago, people started drying fruit so they could enjoy fruit from faraway places. Since travel took a long time and fresh fruit spoiled quickly, drying was a smart way to keep it from going bad. Even though we can ship fresh fruit easily today, dried fruits are still popular because they’re tasty and last a long time.

Which Mountain Has a Chimney?
There’s a rocky mountain peak in Nebraska, USA, called “Chimney Rock.” In Hebrew, it’s known as “Tsuk HaMeashena.” It’s not very tall, only about 96 meters (or 315 feet) but it really stands out because of its shape, which looks like a chimney sticking out of the mountain.

Who Was the First to Glide?
In 1886, Otto Lilienthal built a type of hang glider that actually carried him through the air. He flew it a few times, but sadly, a strong wind caused a crash that led to his death. Still, his invention helped create the steering systems used in airplanes today.