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10-Foot Long Great White Shark Coming From North Carolina Just Spotted Off the Canadian Coast
A 10-foot 3-inch shark first spotted off North Carolina in April 2023 is now lurking in new waters: Nova Scotia. …
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Large Great White Shark Spotted Circling the Islands off Maine’s Coast
Andromache, a large female great white shark, has recently pinged off the coast of Maine. A month prior, Andromache had…
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U.S. Zoo Hatches Rare Carnivorous Bird for First Time in 15 Years
In recent days, the San Antonio Zoo announced that they have a new little one. This chick comes courtesy of…
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Scientist Discovers Snake Able to Swallow Largest Prey Relative to Size of Any Snake
When you think of the impressive meals snakes are able to consume whole, you most likely consider massive constrictors devouring…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Are Set to Flee Missouri (And Where They Go)
Hummingbirds are a fascinating bird species, popular for their appearance and behaviors. Below, you’ll learn more about the hummingbirds in…
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Did Sabertooth Tigers Purr or Roar? Scientists Believe They Have the Answer
Have you ever wondered what sound a sabertooth tiger made? If so, you’re not alone. Scientists at North Carolina State…
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See Raccoon Running Around Church and Looking for a Snack
Services were canceled at Chosen Generation Outreach Ministry International in Wisconsin on August 17th when the pastor arrived and found…
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7 Woodpeckers in North Carolina (Pictures, ID Guide, and Common Locations)
North Carolina is home to a wide variety of bird species. In fact, there are more than 475 different wild…
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Foxes in Missouri: Types and Where They Live
Mother of the West, Missouri, is home to a wide variety of different wildlife. This includes foxes. Foxes in Missouri…
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Discover the “Edward Scissorhands” Reptile That Roamed South America
Every day, researchers in a variety of fields work to uncover more about the Earth prior to written history. This…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Georgia
Every state within the United States has some unique feature chosen to represent that state. For many states, there are…
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Discover 5 Sharks Found in Australia
Australia is a hot spot for shark diversity, with nearly 200 different species inhabiting the surrounding waters. From its coral…
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Hundreds of Sharks in Cape Cod Have Experts Worried for Swimmers
Although once a scarce species to catch sight of off of Cape Cod and the surrounding areas, in recent years,…
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How Much Do Hummingbirds Weigh? See Their Size Compared to Other Birds
Hummingbirds are some of the smallest animals in the world. In fact, one species of hummingbird, the bee hummingbird (Mellisuga…
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See the Alien-Like Creature With 20-Arms Scientists Just Discovered in the Ocean
It’s not every day that you get to watch as scientists unravel the secrets of a brand new species lurking…
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Discover the New Wolf Packing Roaming in California
As of August 11, 2023, California officially has a new resident gray wolf pack. This new pack is the southernmost…
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Discover When Hummingbirds Leave Alabama
There are only three different species of hummingbird native to Alabama, although there are nearly a dozen accidental species. Hummingbirds…
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6 Gorgeous Flowers That Start With “K”
Common flowers that start with the letter “K” include kalanchoe, kalmia, kangaroo paw, kerria, king protea, and kiss me over…
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How Wide Is North Carolina’s Lake Norman?
Lake Norman is the largest man-made freshwater source in all of North Carolina. Located 40 miles north of Charlotte, the…
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Discover Why Male Calico Cats Are So Rare
Calico cats are a familiar housecat coloration, with many people recognizing their white fur with splotches of orange and black.…
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Scissor-tailed Flycatcher
The scissor-tailed flycatcher is an elegant species of kingbird. Its long tail is the best identifier. These tails aren’t just…
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Lovebird Lifespan: How Long Do Lovebirds Live?
Lovebirds are a popular species of parrot. Although they originate from Africa, many of them today live in homes as…
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Western Kingbird
The western kingbird is a large species of tyrant flycatcher native to North America. They are aggressive when necessary and…
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Ruddy Duck
The ruddy duck is a species of diving duck found throughout several regions of the world. They are most common…
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Are There Alligators in Maryland?
Quick Answer: When you think about Maryland, you may think about aspects such as fishing or blue crabs—not alligators. After…
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Wood Duck
The wood duck is a species of waterfowl native to North America. It is a type of perching duck. Breeding…
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Snow Goose
Snow geese are an average-sized bird that comes in two different morphs or colors. They are found throughout much of…
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Veery
The veery thrush, also known just as the veery, is a small, migratory species of songbird. It is found in…
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Can Fish Swim Backwards?
With such a wide variety of different fish species, it may come as no surprise that there is an equal…
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How Smart Are Cats? Everything We Know About Their Intelligence
Cats have always been somewhat of a mystery to humans. After all, cats did choose to domesticate themselves. However, just…
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The Complete List of Every Official U.S. State Fish (With Pictures!)
From flags to plants to animals, each state in the United States has a variety of symbols designated to help…
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What Exactly Is a Sand Dollar? Is It Alive?
If you’ve been particularly lucky when walking along the beach, you may have found what is known as a sand…
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The Largest Bluefin Tuna Ever Caught in North Carolina Was as Big as a Sea Lion
Tuna is known to be some of the largest non-shark fish, along with the black marlin, blue marlin, and swordfish.…
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Are There Alligators in New York State?
Quick Answer: When you think about the American ‘gator, you’re most likely to envision the Everglades or the murky swamps…
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Northern Pintail
The northern pintail is a species of dabbling duck native to the majority of the world. Despite having such a…
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Northern Bobwhite
The northern bobwhite is also known as the Virginia quail or bobwhite quail. Unlike many other species of birds, the…
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The Largest Red Snapper Ever Caught in North Carolina Was as Big as a Bulldog!
Could you imagine reeling in a fish the size of a bulldog? Ben Grant, the angler behind the largest red…
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What Lives at the Bottom of the Arctic Ocean
The oceans of the planet are one of the largest mysterious. With more than 80 percent of the ocean remaining…
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Where Do Mourning Doves Nest?
Mourning doves are a common species found throughout much of North America. They’re one species that most people are familiar…
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The Tallest Tree in North Carolina Is the Size of a 20-Story Office Building
When you move into the rural areas of North Carolina, you’re bound to find some interesting things you may not…
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The Largest Thresher Shark Ever Caught in North Carolina Was as Big as a Beluga Whale
Did you know that the largest thresher shark in North Carolina is nearly five times the size of the last…
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Discover the Official State Bird of Missouri
Because humans love symbolism, it’s no surprise that we’ve taken the time to designate official state birds. Missouri is known…
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Painted Bunting
The painted bunting is a member of the cardinal family. It is known for its bright, colorful plumage. Males will…
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What Lives at the Bottom of the Chesapeake Bay?
The critical population of Chesapeake Bay oysters is on the mend, after numbers decreased due to over harvesting, habitat destruction,…
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Least Flycatcher
The Least Flycatcher is a small species of bird that mainly eats insects. Despite their size, they are territorial. This means…
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Lesser Scaup
Lesser Scaup Summary Young lesser scaups learn to dive as soon as their down dries. The lesser scaup is a…
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Discover the Official Maine State Insect
Symbolism is essential in every country, with many countries taking up flags, animals, and plants as a way to represent…
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Discover the 7 Snakes Slithering Around Louisiana’s Atchafalaya River
Louisiana is home to many of the country’s species of snake. It is also home to one of the largest…
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What Is a Group of Bats Called?
Chances are, you’ve seen shows or books describing caves filled with hundreds of sleeping bats. However, just how accurate is…
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Discover Water Snakes Lurking in Idaho
Are you planning a trip to one of the many rivers or ponds in Idaho? Then you may be interested…