“This is the best wind in North America, we think.”

Ronald Lehr, of the American Wind Energy Association, comments on a wind-driven land-rush in Wyoming (NY Times).

“OMG! Its FILLED with Stars!!”

A day in the life of starfish researcher Chris M (hat tip: Deep Sea News).

Top 20 optical illusions

It’s Friday, so why not mess with your own mind (Daily Telegraph).

“By forming this national park, Cameroon sends a powerful message about the importance of conservation.”

Steven Sanderson, president of the Wildlife Conservation Society, commends the creation of the Takamanda National Park to preserve the 115 Cross River gorillas.

“It sounded simple. Fly around in a small airplane and count moose in Game Management Unit 20A south of Fairbanks.”

Tim Mowry goes out with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game’s aerial moose counters (Daily News-Miner).