You'll also see why red pandas are the acrobats of the forest: They balance on branches like tightrope walkers and can turn their ankles all the way around to walk headfirst down trees! Then, a story about animal doctors will amaze you: See how orangutans, coatis, ants, and more animals patch themselves up when they aren't feeling well.
Next, you'll visit Ethiopia's Danakil Depression, one of the hottest—and strangest—places on Earth. You'll uncover why this place has towers of salt, bright yellow rocks, neon green ponds, and electric blue lava.
Don't forget to take this month's personality quiz to discover which planet you belong on!
Other stories in this month's issue:
- Big Picture: See how a Nat Geo photographer got an amazing photo of fireflies in Mexico—while they were crawling all over her face!
- Weird But True!: Check out fun facts you can share with your friends.
- Dare to Explore!: Follow the adventures of a scientist who's trying to track a young reef manta ray.
- This or That?: Would you rather be adrift at sea or lost in the jungle? Pick one, then find out what your choice might say about you!