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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…
Dog Facts
12 Reasons You Should Never Leave Dog Poop In Your Yard
Whilst scooping poop may not be the most glamorous aspect of owning a dog, it is one of the most…
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Why Koalas Are Getting Vaxxed Against STDs
The famous koalas of Australia are facing several threats, but sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are probably one of the most…
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Colombia Faces Heated Debate Over Plans to Hunt Capybaras
Capybaras are frequently named as the friendliest animal on Earth. These super laid-back mammals have even been spotted chilling with…
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Can Your Dog Eat Raw Meat?
At first, this may seem like a ridiculous question. After all, when dogs lived in the wild, they would hardly…
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Should You Feed Your Dog Raw Eggs?
Most dogs love eggs and, given the chance, they would eat several at one sitting! Many dog owners share their…
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The Easiest Way to Make Homemade Dog Toothpaste
Dog breath does not have a reputation for being super fresh! But that does not mean that you (or your…
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These Creatures Perfectly Illustrate Mutualism
The two animals in this YouTube clip are very different in size but have figured out a way to work…
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Daddy Long Legs vs. Wasp: Who Will Win?
There is a fascinating battle going on in this YouTube clip. It shows a daddy long-legs (also known as a…
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This Rabbit Is the Cutest Flower Eater Ever
This Instagram post showing a close-up view of a bunny munching on a dandelion is super cute. There is no…
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A Hairy Armadillo Charms Fans with His Famous Scream
The hairy armadillo in this clip has plenty to say for himself. His name is Rambo, and he is a…
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This May Be the Sweetest Animal Friendship We’ve Ever Seen
Cats are natural hunters and rabbits are prey animals, so you would not expect these two species to get along.…
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Australia Approves First Koala Chlamydia Vaccine —Yet Many Populations Are Already Functionally Extinct
Australia has approved the world’s first vaccine to protect koalas from chlamydia, a disease that causes infertility, blindness, and death…
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Meet Ingrid and Ivan, an Adorable Marabou Stork Couple
Love is in the air at the Marabou stork enclosure at North Florida Wildlife Centre! This charming Instagram clip shows…
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Have You Ever Seen a Flower Fly Drink Nectar?
Macrophotography gives us the opportunity to appreciate just how amazing nature is, even though we rarely see it in such…
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Why Red Pandas Sometimes Tolerate Being Petted
There is something incredible going on in this Instagram post with footage captured in a zoo or wildlife sanctuary. It…
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The Brutal Survival Strategy of African Social Spiders
As far as nature is concerned, once you have raised your kids to be independent adults, there is little point…
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The Newly Discovered Defense Mechanism of the Jacobin Hummingbird
A chance encounter in a Panama rainforest has uncovered a new defensive behavior in white-necked Jacobin hummingbird chicks. In March…
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5 Incredible Octopus Traits That Prove They’re Nature’s Geniuses
Octopuses look like they belong in another world. They are soft-bodied, eight-limbed mollusks that live in oceans worldwide, inhabiting a…
Dog Lists and Rankings
The Absolute 10 Strangest & Weirdest Dog Breeds in the World!
We all think our dogs are the best-looking fur babies on the planet. But the truth is that there are…
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Animal Superagers: These Species Live More Than 100 Years
The current average life expectancy in the United States is 78.4 years, but we all know people who have lived…
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Boop! The Amazing Anatomy of a Dog’s Nose
Dogs find out more about their environment using their nose than their eyes or ears. To do this, the anatomy…
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How the Hairy Clawed Yeti Crab Survives in Extreme Ocean Depths
Deep in the waters of the Pacific-Antarctic Ridge in the South Pacific Ocean, there is a crab that has broken…
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Adorable American Flamingo Chick Takes Its First Steps
American flamingos are elegant and graceful creatures, but their chicks are super cute. In this gorgeous clip, you can follow…
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Can Crocodiles Climb Trees?
Crocodiles are creatures that you generally associate with water and certainly not with climbing trees! Most pictures and video clips…
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Discover the Largest Saltwater Fish in the World
The exact number of fish species is a debated topic. Sometimes you see 20,000 quoted, but there could be thousands…
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How Radioactive Injections Are Saving These Rhinos’ Lives
The Rhisotope Project is a ground-breaking initiative to help save the magnificent rhinos of Africa. At least one rhino is…
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Rare Minke Whale Spotted in Barnegat Bay Dies After Boat Strike
This shocking video shared on social media captures the moments immediately after a small boat collides with a minke whale.…
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Top 10 Smartest Pets Ranked by Intelligence and Trainability
As our understanding of human intelligence has increased, so has our appreciation of animal intelligence, including that of our pets.…
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Alligator Found Taking a Dip in Florida Family’s Swimming Pool
A Florida family had an unexpected guest making the most of their pool this summer. A small American alligator was…
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This Female Lizard Can Lays Eggs, No Mating Required
For most animal species, finding a mate is a priority. That is the only way in which they can pass…
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The Snorkeling Snail That Saves a Drowning Rainforest
It’s the beginning of the rainy season in the Pantanal Matogrossense National Park, which should be good news for the…
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Unusual Whale Sighting Prompts Speed Warnings for Alaska Boaters
A new hazard has emerged in the shipping lanes around Alaska. Boaters are being advised to watch their speed after…
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New Shark Fossil Discovery in Mammoth Cave Changes Marine History
The unique Mammoth Cave in Kentucky has revealed yet another of its incredible secrets. Scientists have discovered the fossils of…
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Galapagos Sea Lions Stun Scientists With This Brilliant Fishing Strategy
In this stunning clip, you get to observe a group of Galapagos sea lions corralling a school of fish into…
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Meet the Lion/Dachshund Duo Who Eat, Cuddle, and Play Together
This will be one of the most wholesome video clips you’ve seen this year, possibly ever. It covers the story…
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Killer Whale Communication: Mimicking Human Speech and Haunting Ocean Calls
Orcas display a variety of skills, like coordinated hunting and regional ‘dialects.’ They have also revealed several interesting habits, like…
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The Real Reasons Dogs Dig (and What You Can Do About It)
Is your dog’s digging in your yard driving you crazy? Have you given up trying to maintain a lawn or…
Ant Facts
These Are the Biggest Ants in the World
Almost wherever you go on Earth, you will find ants! The only places that do not have any are Antarctica,…
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Atlas Beetles Fight for Mating Rights Like Pro Wrestlers
Atlas beetles are a very large species of beetle. Males can reach 2.4 to 4.7 inches in length, but the…
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This 21-Foot Python Isn’t Happy with Being Relocated
No matter how you feel about snakes, there is no denying that reticulated pythons are magnificent creatures. There is one…
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Inside the Romantic Courtship of California Least Terns
Many bird courtship rituals are elaborate and intense, and the California least tern is no exception. This fascinating Instagram post…
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Why This Moth Looks and Flies Just Like a Hummingbird
What initially appears to be a confusing video of a moth-hummingbird hybrid creature is actually a perfect excuse for us…
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How Fire Ants Survive Floods by Building Living Rafts
Fire and water do not normally mix. But when it comes to these imported fire ants, water is not a…
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Mind-Controlling Parasite Turns Snails Into Disco Zombies
The natural world is always fascinating, with millions of unique species for us to explore and research. But now and…