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Emperor Penguins Huddle in the Coldest Place on Earth to Stay Alive
Animal species that live in environments as harsh as the Antarctic have many incredible adaptations to help them survive. Emperor…
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African Bullfrog Dad Saves His Tadpoles from Drought
African bullfrogs approach parenting a little differently from many other species. It is the males who take on the heavy…
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This Bird Hides Its Chicks in the Most Fascinating Way
The African jacana is an unusual bird and at first glance looks quite out of proportion. However, as you will…
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The Real Reason Pangolins Are Hunted in Nigeria Might Surprise You
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The Illegal Seahorse Trade Is Bigger Than You Think
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Drunk Birds? How Ethanol From Fermented Fruit Affects Wildlife
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These Mice are Eating Seabirds Alive, and Here’s What’s Being Done About It
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Rare Yellow Sea Turtle Spotted in the Wild
In this wonderful Instagram post, you get to see a very rare creature. It is a pale yellow or cream…
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The Secret Lives of Nesting Sea Turtles—And Why Few Babies Survive
There are seven species of sea turtle alive today, and they are found in oceans all over the world except…
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This Giant Centipede Was Eaten by Her Own Babies
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Why Some Animals Fake Death — and What it Means
The motivation behind everything that animals do is to stay alive, at least until they have produced offspring. Any species…
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How Elephants, Hippos, and Rhinos Use Nature’s Sunscreen
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Why are These Mobula Rays Jumping Out of the Ocean?
You would think that animals that can put on an incredible show like the one captured in this amazing YouTube…
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Andean condors are big birds! So, when one decides they want your popsicle, the best thing you can do is…
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Alligator and Crocodile Clash in Rare South Florida Fight
There is only one place where both American crocodiles and American alligators are found, and that is South Florida. But,…
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Is It a Frog or a Fish? Trick Question—It’s a Frogfish
In this stunning YouTube clip, a frogfish bides its time, waiting for the perfect moment to strike at an unsuspecting…
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Have You Ever Seen a Bat Pee?
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What Happens to a Cockroach After You Step on It (And It Walks Away)?
Spotting a cockroach scuttling across your kitchen floor is pretty disgusting, and most of us would instinctively try to stamp…
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The Complete Guide to Caring for Pet Rats
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Shark Chases Stingray Onto Shore in Incredible Wildlife Moment
The spectacular backdrop of this stunning YouTube clip does not detract from the epic battle for survival taking place between…
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How Assassin Bugs Use Sticky Resin to Trap Their Prey
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Why You Should Think Twice Before Eating Pufferfish
Pufferfish can be served for human consumption as a delicacy called fugu. It is especially popular in Japan, but you…
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This Praying Mantis Tries to Attack a Spider on a Smartphone
The term ‘praying mantis’ is used to refer to a group of insects that adopt a praying posture when their…
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How Basilisk Lizards Run on Water Like It’s Solid Ground
You will think your eyes are deceiving you when you watch this incredible footage of a lizard running across the…
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Only 1 in 100 Wild Rabbits Reaches Age Three. Here’s Why.
Rabbits, aka bunnies, are instantly recognizable little creatures that many of us have welcomed into our lives as pets. However,…
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Why You Don’t Want to Mess With a Bombardier Beetle
There are around 400,000 species of beetles on Earth, and they are a food source for countless animals. They have…
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How Honey Buzzards Outsmart the Deadly Asian Giant Hornet
Asian giant hornets (Vespa mandarinia) are the largest social wasp in the world and have been given the dramatic name…
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What to Do If a Rabid Bobcat Attacks You or Your Pet
Rabies is a well-known disease that causes fear and concern because once the symptoms start, it is inevitably fatal. The…
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How Bison Herds Move and Why One May Surround Your Vehicle
When a group of animals as large as buffalo decides to move, it is a good idea to get out…
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Tense Moment Captured as Lioness Defends Cubs from Male
Some of the most iconic African nature scenes are of lion prides relaxing in the sun. If there are little…
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Lesser Bird of Paradise Performs Stunning Mating Dance
Welcome to the lesser bird of paradise show! With a backdrop of lush vegetation, this strikingly beautiful bird is putting…
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This Alaskan Frog Freezes Solid and Comes Back to Life
Imagine disliking winter so much that you appear to die when it begins, only to come back to life in…
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Bizarre Lynx Fight Sounds Like Ghost Cats in the Forest
If you have never heard the unearthly noise of Canada lynxes in the forest, check out this extraordinary YouTube clip.…
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How Cities Are Changing the Rodent Gut Microbiome
A study conducted by scientists from Swansea University in the UK, working with international collaborators, has explored the gut microbiomes…
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Penguins Outpace Sea Lion in Surprise Beach Showdown
Neither sea lions nor king penguins are the speediest (or most graceful) creatures when it comes to hurrying up a…
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Young Male Lion Attacked by Pride in Territorial Dispute
Some animal videos are cute and cuddly, but others remind us that nature can be brutal as well as beautiful.…
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Here’s Where You’re Most Likely to Find Whale Sharks
Whale sharks, Rhincodon typus, are the largest fish in the world. They can trace their ancestry to the Jurassic and Cretaceous…
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How Penguin Poop Plays a Role in Climate Protection
The link between clouds and penguin poop is not an obvious one but it has important implications for climate change.…
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How This Tiny Snake Defends Itself With a ‘Fart’
If you are asked which sound you associate with a snake, you’ll probably suggest a hiss. Perhaps even the sound…
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The Feeding Behavior of Piranhas, Explained
Piranha is a general name used to describe a group of freshwater fish with a fearsome reputation when it comes…
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Why Did This Snake Eat Its Own Tail?
If you think that dogs chasing their own tails are fascinating, the snake in this YouTube video clip will blow…
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The Incredible Bond Between Clownfish and Sea Anemones
Fans of Finding Nemo will love the crystal-clear underwater footage in a YouTube clip captured at Anilao in the Philippines.…
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Why These Two Fish Keep Spitting Sand in Each Other’s Faces
The two fish in this YouTube clip are having a serious disagreement as some amused humans watch on. The footage…
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How a Male Cardinal Shows Off During Courtship
The beautiful male cardinal bird in this hilarious YouTube clip is very interested in a female and is not being…
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The Male Sage Grouse’s Elaborate Mating Ritual
The male greater sage grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) is the largest grouse species in North America and puts on one of…
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Why You Might See Horseshoe Crabs Swimming Belly Up
The horseshoe crab in the amazing YouTube clip captured at Aquaria KLCC in Malaysia appears to have gotten itself in…
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Why Thousands of Daddy Longlegs Form Huge Clusters
Some people cannot cope with a single daddy longlegs in their bedroom—or even worse, in a tent—but can you imagine…
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Inside the Steel Jaws of a Great White Shark
Great white sharks (otherwise known as great whites or white pointers) are famous for their distinctive fins and ferocious teeth!…
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How Alligators Survive Cold Winters Without Hibernating
The cold winter months are the most difficult time of year for many animal species. To cope with the challenges…
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The Smooth Box Crab Proves Chivalry Isn’t Dead
Smooth box crabs (Calappa calappa) are also known as red-spotted crabs, shame-faced crabs, and giant box crabs. They belong to…