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The Incredible Way Alligators Freeze in Ice and Survive
As winter sets in, many warm-blooded animals tuck themselves in to escape the cold and hibernate until conditions thaw. During…
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Why a Crocodile’s Deadly Jaws Are Safe for Her 15 Babies
Crocodiles are not animals that many would describe as gentle. Surprisingly, when it comes to their young, female crocodiles are…
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Magnus the Walrus Left Scotland. Will He Ever Return?
After spending weeks along the coast of Scotland, on what appears to have been a farewell tour, a local celebrity…
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How a Canary’s Unique Lungs Kept Coal Miners Alive
Idioms help people express complex ideas in familiar ways. Yet there is one saying in this category with a significant…
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How Bald Eagles Spot Fish from 1,500 Feet Away and Strike Fast
Bald eagles have exceptional eyesight. Nothing shows this better than an eagle soaring overhead, suddenly moving at high speeds to…
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Panda Bears Left Zoo Atlanta in 2024. A New Pair Is on the Way.
Panda bears have been a staple at Zoo Atlanta for over two decades. Today, the enclosure sits empty after the…
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Baby Elephant at Rescue Park Nearly Does the Splits and Loves It
Nothing brings a smile quicker than the antics of a baby animal. A rescued baby elephant was captured on camera…
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Bitten by This Tick? You May Never Eat Red Meat Again
Given the number of diseases ticks can transmit, preventing bites is imperative. From Lyme disease to Rocky Mountain spotted fever,…
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The Hidden Hierarchy That Rules Alaska’s Grizzly Bear Salmon Frenzy
Katmai National Park is home to one of the largest populations of grizzly bears in any United States national park.…
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Where Is Chonkers? Pier 39 Fans Uncovered a Sea Lion Imposter
Sea lions are not a rare sighting in San Francisco. Since the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake, many have called Pier…
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Athena the Kestrel Meets Her Newborn Chick for the First Time
A family of kestrels featured for the last five years on YouTube has again been successful in hatching their eggs.…
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Why Jaguars Are Starving Inside the Parks Meant to Save Them
Jaguars have lived in the Atlantic Forest for hundreds of thousands of years. They are apex predators that have helped…
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Birds Seem to Fear Women More Than Men, and Researchers Can’t Explain It
Women are often perceived as more approachable than men. Studies have shown that shelter animals are more at ease around…
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For Every 1.8°F Rise, Beavers Emerge 6 Days Sooner
Climate change has altered the way many animal species live today. Some have fared better than others and are even…
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3 Rattlesnake Deaths and Half the Year Still to Go in California
Lethal rattlesnake bites are increasing in California. With less than half of the year underway and already three deaths reported…
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The Ice That Saved Bowhead Whales Is Now Melting Away
The practice of whaling proved to be very profitable to those who participated in it. Due to poor management and…
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The Tiniest Ray on Earth Can Still Shock You
There are approximately 70 different species of electric rays in the world. Some of the best-known electric rays are the…
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The “River Monster” That Outlived T. Rex Is Back in US Lakes
An ancient “river monster” is reappearing in U.S. lakes after nearly going extinct. That so-called monster is the mild-mannered lake…
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This Florida Predator Rarely Attacks, But Its Bite Is Fierce
Florida is known for several unique predators. Thanks to its warm climate and diverse habitats, both native and invasive predators…
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Orcas Beach Themselves to Hunt and It Works About Half the Time
The idea of beached marine life is horrifying. The act is often associated with ill animals and can quickly lead…
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Seeing Sharks Near Shore? Science Says Relax
Shark attacks happen each year. Though the majority of incidents occur due to mistaken identity, the attacks are a reminder…
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That Massive Snake Video Is Real, But Everyone Got the Species Wrong
Do 30-foot anacondas exist? It is possible but unlikely. Anacondas are known for their bulkiness and muscular form rather than…
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Lost for 50 Years, This Tiny Dragon Now Needs 500 to Be Safe
Dragons are typically the stuff of legends and folklore. In Australia, this is not the case. The country was once…
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This Wasp Paralyzes Tarantulas, But What Does Its Sting Do to Humans?
A tarantula hawk wasp is one of the largest wasps in the world. They are aptly named because they inject…
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What Pigeons Can Teach Us About Adaptation and Thriving in a Changing World
Pigeons are social and curious creatures. Despite this, they tend to return to known locations that provide food and shelter…
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The Impressive Wingspan of the Great Blue Heron
Great blue herons are tall, lanky birds often seen walking slowly across wetlands while hunting. However, it is not until…
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44 Million Donkeys Drive 6 UN Goals, Yet Nobody Protects Them
There are an estimated 42 million to 44 million working donkeys globally. Despite this massive workforce, the role donkeys play…
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The Bizarre Tongue Feature That Makes Puffins Master Fishers
Birds that dive for their prey can spend hours in the water chasing fish. After each fish is caught, it…
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How Antlions Liquify Prey to Create a “Bug Slurpee”
Numerous predatory insects exist worldwide. From assassin bugs to blister beetles, these insects are appropriately named for their ability to…
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A Yawning Viper Shows off Longest Snake Fangs on Earth
Gaboon vipers have the longest fangs of any snake on earth. The venomous species’ fangs are so long that they…
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Here’s How a Spider Makes Silk 10 Times Tougher Than Kevlar
Spider silk is one of the strongest materials in nature. Because of this, silk has been used in battle to…
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Australia’s Rarest Reptile Was Misidentified for 25 Years and Is Nearly Gone
Australia is known for its rare and interesting critters. Some can be frightening and venomous, while others are intimidating but…
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Meet Piggle and Puddin, Some of the Rarest Captive Baby Animals in Australia
The Australian Reptile Park is pleased to unveil two baby echidnas to the public. The short-beaked echidna puggles were born…
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Sperm Whales Have an Alphabet. AI Is Learning to Read It.
Compared to other marine animals, whales have been understudied. Spending their lives in the open ocean, sometimes in very remote…
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6 Everyday Foods That Could Be Shortening Your Dog’s Life
Dogs are a part of the family, and many owners let them enjoy some human food from time to time.…
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Gray Wolves Reach Washington’s Highest Population Since 2008
The gray wolf population in Washington has experienced positive growth since breeding pairs returned to the state in 2008. That…
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New Elephant DNA Map Reveals Hidden Crisis Threatening Africa’s Giants
Conservationists have sounded the alarm for decades that habitat fragmentation is just as devastating to elephant populations in Africa as…
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The World’s Deadliest Snake That Almost Never Attacks Humans
The Inland Taipan is a venomous snake with the world’s deadliest bite. With venom capable of killing a human in…
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The Spider With an 11.8-Inch Leg Span Wasn’t Found Until 2001
For some, giant spiders are the stuff of nightmares. However, the majority of these large arachnids are typically harmless to…
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This 2,209-Pound Polar Bear is the Largest Bear Ever Recorded
Polar bears are the largest of the bear species. Thanks to their protein-rich and fat-filled diets, these unique marine bears…
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11 Sea Turtles Get a Second Shot at Life in the Wild
Sea turtle populations are in a precarious state. Although all seven sea turtle species are protected, threats to their survival…
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Why Young Clownfish Lose Their Stripes
With their brilliant white stripes and orange coloration, it is hard to mistake a clownfish for any other species of…
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These Moon Bear Cubs Were Rescued Just Hours Before Being Sold Online
Social media has evolved from local networking platforms into a global marketplace. Influencers are paid large sums to promote products,…
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After 5 Surgeries, Oscar the Sea Turtle Made It Home
At the end of summer, companies and individuals often leave behind fishing lines and crab nets, creating hazards that can…
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Inside the Life of the 2,000-Pound Leatherback Sea Turtle
Leatherback sea turtles start life the same size as other sea turtles. As they age, however, they grow progressively larger.…
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Scientists Found a Dragonfly Eye Superpower That Humans Never Knew Existed
At first glance, dragonflies and humans seem to have nothing in common. However, a new study has shown that this…
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How One Border Collie Survived a Week Alone in the Wilderness
Hiking accidents happen in the wilderness. Both hikers and their four-legged friends require rescuing from time to time. Because rescuers…
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The Largest Hognose Snake Ever Recorded
With their upturned snouts, hognose snakes are easily recognizable. However, they are not among the largest snakes in the world,…
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These Tiny Fish Climb Waterfalls and Scientists Still Don’t Know Why
Fish are known for their swimming skills. It seems absurd to think of fish functioning outside their aquatic environment, given…
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These are the Top 3 Foods That Routinely Send Dogs to the Vet
Human-grade dog food has become a go-to for many dog owners. In a desire to give their dogs nutritional meals,…