A roaring waterfall such as the iconic Niagara, Yosemite or Iguazu is a mesmerizing sight. But waterfalls are not just beautiful; they also help scientists decipher Earth’s history because of the ...

One of the greatest moments in my life was when I finally got to see Victoria Falls in person. It actually exceeded my expectations even though I had been dreaming of that moment for over 30 years. It ...

The breathtaking waters that cascade off of steep cliffs may be self-made productions.It was long thought that waterfalls needed an outside force to form -- such as an earthquake, landslide or changes ...

Mother Nature is an unquestionably prolific architect. But some of her tools are more subtle than others. According to a study published yesterday in the journal Nature, some waterfalls might not ...

Piute Farms Waterfall • Each spring on the brushy banks of the San Juan River, a bucket brigade assembles twice daily. Biological technicians with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service find their footing ...

Using a scale-model riverbed 24 feet long and one foot wide, a team of scientists found a new mechanism that could form waterfalls without the commonly thought of external forces such as tectonics, ...

For the first time, scientists have demonstrated that it's possible for a river to spontaneously form a waterfall. The Seven Teacups is a waterfall on Dry Meadow Creek that flows into the Kern River ...

An experiment with a river built in a lab suggests that geological histories around the world may need to be rewritten. By Robin George Andrews Waterfalls are furious cascades of water, sometimes ...

India’s diverse geography has given it some of the world’s most spectacular waterfalls. From the forested valleys of Meghalaya to the rugged Western Ghats and the hidden heartlands of Chhattisgarh, ...

The Kansas Sampler Foundation in 2010 created the "8 Wonders of Kansas Geography" to highlight the state's diverse natural landscapes. These sites offer opportunities to experience tallgrass prairie, ...

The breathtaking waters that cascade off of steep cliffs may be self-made productions. It was long thought that waterfalls needed an outside force to form — such as an earthquake, landslide or changes ...