The Holbrook Explorer

Like something straight out of a Halloween horror flick, four new species of fungi have been discovered that control carpenter ants’ brains to turn them into mindless “zombies” before killing them.

Glacial lagoon near Svéitarfelagio Hornafjörour, Iceland.  I was one of a group of six Jacksonville University Alumni (all former biology majors) led by Dr.

Despite an ever-advancing society, interest in horticulture and gardening remains steadfast. With the rise of the industrial revolution, people abandoned their rural lifestyles and headed for urban

Members of the Holbrook Travel team will be attending the third annual American Birding Expo in Philadelphia, PA at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center from September 29 through October 1.

Vibrant colors, friendly voices haggling, rough woven textiles and the wafting scent of cooking meat. All of this is what’s in store at the Otavalo Market.

1. Vegemite (Australia) This dark brown food paste is meant to be used as a spread on sandwiches and toast or as a filling for pastries.