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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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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…
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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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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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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…