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Adorable Elephant Mom Cuddles Her Newborn Calf
Despite their huge size and occasional attitude, elephants are just big softies when it comes to their own kids. Blackpool…
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How River Turtles Keep Freshwater Ecosystems Healthy
There is a lot more to river turtles than those still, dark creatures you may have spotted basking on a…
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New Spiny Frog Species Found Near the China–Vietnam Border
In a stream in a Chinese forest, a new species of frog is completely unaware of the excitement it has…
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Pirate Lizards Thrive with Three Legs, Surprising Scientists
Biologists have revealed that losing a limb does not have to be a life-ending experience for lizards. In fact, many…
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What to Do If You’re Stung by a Caterpillar
Caterpillar stings are more common than you probably think! The scientific name for this experience is caterpillar envenomation, and it…
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Why the Muskrat Is Being Hailed as a Hero
The common muskrat may be an important ally in our fight against an invasive plant species. In a study published…
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What the Naked Mole Rat Tells Us About Longevity
The naked mole rat is unlikely to win any awards when it comes to looks, but it may hold the…
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Beware the Stinging Caterpillars Lurking in Your Backyard This Fall
As the seasons change, so do the creatures living in our backyards. During the fall, some species of caterpillar become…
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All the Freshwater Species Living in Oregon’s Willamette River
The mainstem Willamette River starts at the confluence of the Middle and Coast Forks that originate in the mountains south…
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These Fluffy Caterpillars Can Leave a Painful Sting
Caterpillars are the larval stage of butterflies and moths. Most feed on plant material and are known for their voracious…
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Rare Wasp-Like Moth Pushes UK Nature Reserve Past 10,000 Species
A moth that looks suspiciously like a wasp is making headlines in the UK for all the right reasons. The…
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This Bee Is Completely Covered in Pollen
Bees are never happier than when they are feeding on nectar from a flower and getting covered in pollen. We…
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Baby Platypuses Are Some of the Cutest Creatures in the Animal Kingdom
Baby platypuses are irresistibly cute. Their tiny bills, soft, fluffy fur, and awkward little flippers make them look like creatures…
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These Cows are As Sassy as They Come
The sass levels of the cows in this crazy Instagram post are dialed up to the highest levels! If you’ve…
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Students Find One-in-a-Million Crayfish During Field Trip
What started off as a regular biology field trip for a teacher and his class has ended up with a…
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The Pink Empusa Mantis Is One of Nature’s Most Elegant Predators
Viewing this extraordinary Instagram post, you would be forgiven for thinking that you were watching a trailer for the latest…
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The Mysterious Lake in Tanzania That Turns Animals Into Stone
Imagine if some of the things that you’ve heard about in fairy tales and folklore actually came true! These cautionary…
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Adorable Kiwi Chick Hatches at New Zealand Wildlife Center
How cute is the little ball of fluffy feathers in this gorgeous Instagram post from the Pūkaha National Wildlife Center?…
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The Fish With More DNA Than Humans
We humans like to think that we are more complex and sophisticated creatures than, for example, a fish, so it…
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This 310-Million-Year-Old Fish Had a Second Jaw
Scientists are constantly discovering the fossils of mysterious and fascinating ancient creatures. Researchers have recently published details of one such…
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Tarantula Habitats Explained, From Tree Tops to Tunnels
Tarantulas are an iconic group of spiders with hundreds of known species and new ones being discovered all the time.…
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The Great Migration: The Future of the Wildebeests’ Epic Journey
Africa’s annual Great Migration is hailed as one of the seven wonders of the world. During this extraordinary phenomenon, over…
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The Secret Life of Leeches, Blood-Sucking Aquatic Worms
There is a lot more to this blood-sucking, wound-cleaning relative of the earthworm than most people realize. The surprising truth…
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How Leeches Use Incredible Senses to Hunt and Feed
With their infamous bloodsucking reputation, leeches inspire both fear and fascination. But how do they actually find and attach to…
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New Marsupial Species Discovered in Peru
What started out as a search for mysterious and unnamed species of squirrel led scientists to an even more exciting…
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The Unsung Heroes of Africa’s Great Migration
The annual migration of around 1.2 million wildebeests and 200,000 zebras (with some Grant’s gazelle and Thompson’s gazelle thrown into…
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This Rare Bird Isn’t Extinct After All
It is always upsetting to hear that a species has become extinct, so imagine the joy when the opposite happens!…
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The Truth About Shark Fins Sticking Out of the Water
If you are in the ocean and happen to see a shark fin slicing through the water toward you, you…
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The Bats With the Widest Echolocation Ranges in the World
Bats are fascinating creatures and are the only true flying mammals. There are over 1,500 species worldwide, so they account…
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The Most Dangerous 10 Minutes of a Wildebeest’s Life
Wildebeest are a common sight in eastern and southern Africa, where they spend their days grazing grasses and sipping water…
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Meet Dobermans Caesar and Cleopatra, Who Argue Like Kids on Road Trips
Any parent will tell you how challenging a road trip with a couple of toddlers can be. Dog parents feel…
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How Tourism Is Actually Helping This Endangered Species
We have become so accustomed to hearing about tourism destroying natural habitats that it is a welcome surprise when tourism…
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These Chocolate Labradors in Matching Outfits Are Internet Stars
What’s the only thing in the world cuter than a dog dressed up? Two dogs dressed in matching outfits—especially when…
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The Secrets of the Telescopefish’s Night Vision
Few animals can claim vision as specialized as the telescopefish. Its upward-facing eyes act like night-vision goggles, tuned to catch…
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Bat Droppings vs. Mouse Droppings: Which One Is It?
If you’ve found some suspicious little objects in your home that look remarkably like poop, it may indicate that you…
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The Telescopefish: The Deep-Sea Predator That Sees Like No Other
With eyes that jut out like periscopes, telescopefish are masters of deep-sea survival. Living thousands of feet below the surface,…
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Rare Jaguar Swim in Brazil Stuns Researchers with Record-Breaking Distance
The mighty jaguar (Panthera onca) is the largest big cat species in the Americas. They are powerful animals that can…
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Rhombic Egg Eater Snake Tricks Predators by Imitating a Viper
If you are a snake with tiny teeth and no venom, what’s the best strategy for defending yourself from predators?…
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Spider Web vs. Cobweb: How to Tell Which One You’re Looking At
We associate cobwebs with neglect and decay, and there’s no denying they can be a bit spooky. Many of us…
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Dog Mom Shows Classic Side Eye to Playful Puppy
Puppy cuteness overload incoming with this gorgeous TikTok clip. A patient chihuahua mom tolerates some ear chewing from her little…
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Cuddly Kittens Snuggle with a Baby in Heartwarming Moment
If you are having a bad day, this adorable TikTok clip is for you. It features some gorgeous ragdoll kittens…
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Meet the Largest Animals Living in the Rainforest
Rainforests are unique biological habitats that support millions of animals. In fact, they are home to more than half of…
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This Deadly Disease Shaped History for 4,000 Years—And Still Kills Today
The word rabies strikes fear into most people. Yet, on September 28 each year, we celebrate World Rabies Day. It…
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Meet the Most Colorful Rainforest Creatures on Earth
Rainforests are among the world’s oldest living ecosystems. Some of them are tens of millions of years old. There is…
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Common House Spiders You May Spot in Autumn and What to Do
As the days shorten and the mornings feel a bit chillier, you may notice some uninvited guests in your home!…
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Two New Invasive Parasitic Wasps Found in the United States
Two new invasive European parasitic (parasitoid) wasp species have been discovered in the U.S. Scientists have discovered them in samples…
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Why Are Dead Animals Washing Ashore in Australia?
A gruesome sight will greet visitors to some of Australia’s south-east beaches. Community members along a 6-mile stretch of coastline…
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Are You Unknowingly Eating Endangered Shark Meat?
Consumers rely on food labels to make choices about which foods they want to buy. You may want to avoid…
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Tiny Catfish in Brazil Stun Scientists by Climbing Tall Waterfalls
Proving that nature will let nothing get in its way, a group of tiny catfish has been caught scaling a…
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Whilst scooping poop may not be the most glamorous aspect of owning a dog, it is one of the most…