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The Science Behind the Incredible Long-Term Memory of Elephants
As the popular saying goes, “An elephant never forgets — or does it? Elephants are intelligent mammals that can recall…
Elephant
As the popular saying goes, “An elephant never forgets — or does it? Elephants are intelligent mammals that can recall…
Insect Facts
What can you see at the beach? Sunsets, crashing waves, shells, sea turtles… and fleas. And some of these sand…
Animal Lists
A symbiotic relationship is a long-term interaction between animal species that is beneficial for one or both animals. There are…
Comparison
Experts estimate the total number of living fish species on the planet is between 32,000-34,000. That’s more than mammals, birds,…
Comparison
Pollywog vs. Tadpole, are they the same thing? If you’ve typed this question into Google, you’re not alone. It’s a…
Alligator Facts
Over 100,000 alligators live in South Carolina’s coastal areas, lakes, swamps, and 29,898 miles of meandering rivers. South Carolina is divided by…
Bird Facts
It’s traditional to offer birds leftover bread and cakes, but these foods are not great for our feathered friends because…
Animal Lists
Here are 13 animals with glorious manes, from lions and horses to camels and a wolf that isn’t a wolf!…
Animal Lists
Extinct ocean animals range from fish, crustacea, reptiles, mammals, and a whole host of others but what binds them together…
Animal Lists
Over millions of years, animal species have evolved, lived, and died out. Some were huge, some were tiny, and some…
Animal Lists
Cats are members of the Felidae family of mammals ranging from huge predators to small docile house pets. Big predator cats…
Animal Lists
The largest animal on Earth today is the blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus), which can be 98 feet long, and the…
Crocodile Facts
Extinct giant crocodiles lived alongside the dinosaurs more than 65 million years ago in an age when animals were supersized.…
Dog Breed Comparison
German Shepherds and Bernese mountain dogs are big, loyal dogs bred for outdoor life, but key differences illustrate just how…
Dog Lists and Rankings
Herding dogs have a natural instinct to herd and control movement. Humans have used dogs to herd since the beginning…
Dog Facts
When your dog’s expecting pups it’s an exciting time, there’s little in this world cuter than a box full of…
Pet Lists
If you’re thinking about adding a parrot to your family, this is the article for you. We will discover seven…
Animal Lists
So many humans live on Earth, it’s hard to imagine there are animals we haven’t seen for years, decades, or…
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The mystery-laden Puma Punku stones lie ruined in the Bolivian jungle, 45 miles west of La Paz on a pre-Incan…
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Wild hogs roam 40 states in the U.S., and experts estimate numbers have hit at least nine million! Wild hogs…
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The Savannah River is a rich water vein that provides city drinking water and habitats for numerous wildlife species. It…
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The land of 10,000 lakes is also home to approximately 13,000–18,000 American black bears. This iconic species chiefly resides in…
Articles
Irritable bowel syndrome is a gastrointestinal issue that causes pain and distress. It’s common in humans, but can cats get…
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When a loved one chokes, it’s terrifying. Often, our first reaction is to freeze or panic, but knowing what to…
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Wolves communicate via sounds, scents, and body language. Wolf language is hugely important because wolves live in packs that cooperate…
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When we imagine Australia, often the first images that pop to mind are the outback, beaches, kangaroos, and Uluru, but…
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When snow and ice cover your driveway and create a slipping hazard, rock salt is a common solution; after all,…
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Did you know over 150,000 moth species live worldwide, and 14,000 of these live in North America? Moth species range…
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Clean cats love feeling well groomed, but inside their ears is a place they struggle to keep clean. Wax build-up…
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Akitas originated from Japan and once belonged exclusively to the royal family, but times have changed! Today, their loyalty, intelligence,…
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Originally the ultimate dual-purpose bird, the Lamona chicken is now a rare breed thought extinct in the 1980s. Only a…
Slugs they’re not the cutest of animals, and not many of us like or even respect them. What exactly is…
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Vermont offers plenty of ice fishing and skating opportunities for winter weather enthusiasts. Here are seven lakes in Vermont that…
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One of our favorite festive plants is the poinsettia; whether you love the bright red festive species or the white,…
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Arkansas is packed with beautiful birds that spend spring and summer raising their young, but which of our non-migratory feathered…
A deer has an outstanding sense of smell. Adult deer have 297 million scent receptors up their nose that can detect water,…
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Native black bears roam across Oregon’s wild spaces, foraging vegetation, fruits, nuts, and occasionally meat. Oregon has a controlled black…
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Just like us, dogs feel the cold so it’s important to keep them warm. Dogs show distress signs when they…
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Christmas comes once a year, but how many years does it take for your festive tree to reach its full…
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Bread and ducks go together like peanut butter and jelly but, in reality, should ducks eat bread? A little bit…
Wintertime Missouri is home to one of the United States‘ largest bald eagle populations, who migrate there to escape Canada’s,…
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Waterfalls are a popular tourist destination, and that’s hardly surprising given that an epically tall waterfall’s cascading and often loud, raw…
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A spider plant is one of the least fussy houseplants around. If you treat it right, it’ll look fabulous and…
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Africa’s Tsavo National Park in Kenya is filled with epic wildlife, including the African Big 5 and stunning landscapes. Let’s…
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Box turtles live on land near water, but can box turtles swim? Let’s discover whether box turtles can survive in…
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In the past, goats were traditionally kept for milk and meat, but pet goats have surged in popularity over the…
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According to the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife, over 350 bird species make Kentucky their home. There’s lots to…
Colorado’s Parks and Wildlife Department says there are over 3,000 moose in Colorado today, a dramatic increase from just a…
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According to Mississippi’s Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Parks over 400 bird species live in Mississippi year-round. Many stay overwinter, so…
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Deer live on land; they’re terrestrial animals that chiefly live in herds and graze grass, but can deer swim, too?…