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National Geographic 2021 2 February Mysteries of a Virus
National Geographic 2021 (2) February
CONTENTS
On the Cover Mimivirus is one of the largest and most complex viruses known. Scientists hope that studying it will shed light on viruses' origins and proliferation. ILLUSTRATION BY MARKOS KAY
PROOF 6 Never Out of SeasonFragile, long-preserved plants take on new life in front of the camera. PHOTOGRAPHS BY NICK KNIGHT
EXPLORE 15
THE BIG IDEA Born to Wander After months pinned down by the pandemic, the author is even more certain: Exploring the planet is an essential activity for humans. BY ERIC WEINER
INNOVATOR Attention to Turtles The reptiles originated in Africa but now are a neglected there, says conservationist who aims to remedy that. BY ANNIE ROTH
ALSO Rain on the Wing Eyes Deter Attacks New Space Toilet
DECODER 24 Volcanic Voltage How do volcanic eruptions spark lightning? BY JASON TREAT AND IRENE BERMAN-VAPORIS
BEING THERE Norwegian Cool Have wet suit, will winter surf in 41water. BY LOLA AKINMADE AKERSTROM; PHOTO BY ANDREA FRAZZETTA
ALSO Life by Zip Line Portugal's Tiles
FEATURES
A World of Viruses Yes, the coronavirus is a killer. But viruses can be beneficial too.
BY DAVID QUAMMEN PHOTOGRAPHS BY CRAIG CUTLER P.40
TELEVISION Virus Hunters Experts pursue pathogens threatening the planet in this National Geographic series, at natgeo.com/tv/ shows/virus-hunters.
Women on the Move In 2019, 130 million women were living in countries not of their birth, migration data show. And in that year alone, tens of millions of them were forcedby disease, natural disaster, violence, or povertyto move either within their countries or abroad. BY AURORA ALMENDRAL PHOTOGRAPHS BY THE EVERYDAY PROJECTS P. 68
Reclaiming History Anti-racism protests spur removal of Confederate monuments. BY PHILLIP MORRIS PHOTOGRAPHS BY KRIS GRAVES P.100
Preserving Paradise In Costa Rica an oasis of biodiversity feels COVID-19's effects. BY JAMIE SHREEVE PHOTOGRAPHS BY CHARLIE HAMILTON JAMES P.124
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