CaLea Johnson

Joined: Jul 16, 2024

CaLea Johnson is a Mental Floss staff writer who has written content for different video game publications. She enjoys writing about weird sea creatures, science, music, and games the most. You can also find her playing the latest indie games, reading manga or folklore from different cultures, and painting random things in her spare time.

America‘s favorites are looking pretty fruity.

Map: Top-Trending Ice Cream Flavors in the U.S.

Can you guess which novels are most popular?

Mapped: Every State’s Most-Searched Summer Reads

This ‘Garbage and Rats’ Tour Highlights New York City’s Rodent Residents

The Detroit Riverfront features an accessible pathway.

The 10 Most Accessible Cities in the U.S.

Killer whales are intelligent creatures, and scientists have recently discovered a new behavior among the species.

Orca Whales Seen Giving Each Other Exfoliating Kelp “Massages”

New research suggests orcas may be using kelp to connect with each other and even exfoliate.

Most of us have a sweet tooth on the Fourth of July.

Map Shows the Most Popular Red-White-and-Blue Foods By State

From patriotic pancakes to trifle towers, these are the festive, Fourth of July foods people are Googling.

Believe it or not, a great white shark‘s coloring helps it survive.

Why Do Great White Sharks Have White Bellies?

Let’s dive into the evolutionary science behind the great white’s namesake feature.

The 20 Most Popular Royal-Inspired Baby Names

These are the most popular aristocratic baby names in 2025, from Amelia to George

Current baby name trends are here to stay.

The Top 10 Baby Names of 2024, According to the Social Security Administration

Check out the top baby names of 2024 and their meanings.

Add These Tomato-Braised White Beans to Your Weeknight Rotation

This easy tomato-braised white bean recipe from the Institute of Culinary Education is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for busy days.

Map: The Best States for Nature Enthusiasts

If you thrive in nature, check out the top states for outdoorsy people.

Here‘s how to make sure your avocados are ripe and delicious.

How to Tell If an Avocado Is Ripe

Not sure if your avocado is ripe? Learn easy ways to check, tricks to speed up ripening, and the best ways to store it without ruining the taste.

A breathtaking, misty view of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Top 10 Most-Visited Free National Parks

Explore America’s favorite no-fee national parks and sites, including Great Smoky Mountains, Cuyahoga Valley, and Gateway Arch.

Can you correctly identify the city skylines below?

Can You Identify These Famous City Skylines?

Celebrate 20 years of Google Earth by testing your knowledge of iconic skylines.

Biologists have created a marine animal database, from the smallest to the largest known species.

Biologists Launch Most Comprehensive Database of Marine Animal Body Sizes to Date

Scientists have made the first comprehensive marine wildlife size database to help scientists better understand ocean ecosystems.

The 25 Most Patriotic States in the U.S

These are the most patriotic states in America based on military service and civic involvement.