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Rivers That Disappear in the Continents: Endorheic and Lost Rivers Explained

Rivers That Disappear in the Continents: Endorheic and Lost Rivers Explained

Most rivers flow to the sea—but some vanish inland. Discover rivers that disappear in the continents: endorheic basins, lost rivers, and inland deltas.

Where Rivers Meet the Sea: The Mystical Beauty of River Deltas

Where Rivers Meet the Sea: The Mystical Beauty of River Deltas

A river delta is nature’s masterpiece—where freshwater meets the sea, creating a lush, ever-changing landscape full of life and transformation.

Floodplains: As Vital as the River Itself

Floodplains: As Vital as the River Itself

Floodplains, once overlooked, are vital extensions of rivers—hydrologically linked, ecologically rich, yet often severed or lost to development.

Meandering  – when rivers snake in the landscape

Meandering  – when rivers snake in the landscape

Meandering is common in the rivers in the lower reaches of the rivers, where the river changes its course through time.

Where Rivers Braid: The Fascinating Dance of Braided Streams

Where Rivers Braid: The Fascinating Dance of Braided Streams

Discover the mesmerizing beauty and science of braided streams—where water splits, twists, and reunites in a constantly shifting natural tapestry.

How Sediment Deposition Shapes River Landscapes

How Sediment Deposition Shapes River Landscapes

Sediment settles as river energy fades, forming bars, banks, and floodplains. This quiet process plays a vital role in shaping ecosystems and terrain.

The discharge: measuring the water flowing in the river

The discharge: measuring the water flowing in the river

The discharge of a stream is the volume of water that flows past a given point in a unit of time. Usually, we measure the world rivers by its discharge to the sea.

Not Just Water: When Sediment Flows Too

Not Just Water: When Sediment Flows Too

It’s not just water that flows—sediment, sand, and gravel move too, shaping the river’s course and deeply influencing its dynamics.

How fast are rivers?

How fast are rivers?

From gentle drifts to roaring torrents, rivers flow at wildly different speeds. But what controls their pace—and how fast can they really go?

Majestic Mulu: Unveiling the Enchanting Wonders of Malaysia’s National Park

Majestic Mulu: Unveiling the Enchanting Wonders of Malaysia’s National Park

Mulu National Park in Malaysian Borneo protects extraordinary biodiversity. It is one of the last stands of nature against the encroaching oil palm plantations.