The world’s biggest bee has been spotted for the first time in 40 years

Exploding grapes, zoo animal x-rays, and apple cheese. Email not displaying correctly? View in your browser. February 22, 2019 World’s Biggest Bee Raju ofu, the world’s biggest bee, has once again been spotted in Indonesia’s Maluku Islands, nearly 40 years after the last sighting. Wings spread, the largest specimens can be the size of an extra large chicken egg, and have jaws like pilers. Read More → Exploding Grapes Physicists finally have a theory for why sliced grapes burst into flames when microwaved. Read more → Atlas Obscura Trips The Art of Santa Fe This May, join us as we lose ourselves in the mysterious desert landscapes of Santa Fe, New Mexico. Walking in the paths that have captivated artists from Georgia O’Keeffe to Judy Chicago, this immersive experience will give you insider access to the flourishing art scene and cultural heritage of the area. Learn more → Animal X-Rays See inside turtles, gila monsters, and more animals with these unique x-rays released by the ZSL London Zoo. Read more → Community Plane Encounters Every so often your flight experience is heightened by sitting next to someone fascinating and unforgettable. Tell us about the incredible chance encounters you’ve had at 30,000 feet. Share Now → GATESIDE, SCOTLAND Bunnet Stane An unusual mushroom-looking rock formation sprouts atop a cave in Scotland. Read more → MANHATTAN, NEW YORK Tender Buttons Named for a Gertrude Stein poem, this tiny store is your one-stop shop for all sorts of rare and wonderful buttons. Read more → Food & Drink Apple Cheese At first glance, this sweet Lithuanian treat looks a bit like charcuterie, but it’s not meat or even cheese at all. Read more → Visit AtlasObscura.com · View in Browser · Unsubscribe · See All Newsletters 61 Greenpoint Ave #622, Brooklyn, NY 11222