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Guinness Confirms the Longest Wild Snake in History — And She’s Bigger Than a Shipping Container
On February 4th, the longest wild snake in history was recorded according to Guinness World Records. The reticulated python was…
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This See-Through Sea Slug Has Ten “Arms”
Sea slugs come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, colors, and patterns. With so many different species, it feels like…
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Have You Ever Seen a Flying Dragon?
On social media, we are introduced to so many different species that we don’t see in our everyday lives. One…
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The Grasshopper That Looks Like an Alien
Some insects look more like aliens than they do insects. One example is a grasshopper that is able to survive…
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Meet the Coffinfish, the Deep-Ocean “Sea Toad” That Walks Instead of Swims
The ocean is home to some of the strangest-looking creatures in the world. It seems that the deeper you go,…
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We’re Swooning Over These Pint-Sized Creatures
Mini versions of large animals might just be the cutest creatures on the planet. Mini donkeys are one such example.…
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Why This Professional Pup Loves Hunting Bed Bugs
Dogs are human’s best friends for so many reasons. They’re loyal and kind, but also incredibly smart. Some dogs are…
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This Baby Kangaroo Climbing into Mom’s Pouch Is Pure Sweetness
There’s nothing cuter than baby animals. When having a rough day, a sweet video of a baby and their mother…
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A Beautiful Farewell: The Chameleon That Bursts with Color at the End of Life
The end of a pet’s life is always a sad event. Seeing them get older can be hard to watch,…
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Great Eared Nightjar: The Bird That Looks Like a Dragon
While many lizard species remind us of our favorite fictional dragons, with their scales and long tails, we generally don’t…
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How a Hermit Crab and Sea Anemone Team Up for Survival
Symbiosis is the long-term, close interaction between two or more biological species, most often for the benefit of one or…
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Why This Baby Monkey Finds Comfort in an Orangutan Plushie
Due to an unfortunate situation with a happy ending, Punch the baby macaque monkey has gone viral online. Punch is…
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Is Scorpion Venom the Most Expensive Venom on Earth?
There are some crazy claims out there about scorpion venom and its cost. Often called one of the most expensive…
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When an Eagle’s Nest Is Torn Down: What the Law and Wildlife Experts Say
Finding a balance between protecting nature and human infrastructure can lead to some difficult situations. This Instagram post by @pawsittivevibes…
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What Happens to Frozen Iguanas in Florida?
In the past few weeks, cold snaps have affected millions throughout the southern United States. These cold snaps greatly affect…
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Have You Ever Seen a Pink Grasshopper?
While a pink grasshopper may sound fantastical, certain genetic mutations can cause them to develop this unusual color. The genetic…
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This Baby Deer’s First Snow Day Is the Cutest Thing You’ll See All Week
Sometimes, a cute animal video is all we need to turn a bad day around. Luckily, we have just the…
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Why Wolf Spiders Turn Into Living Nurseries for Their Young
There are many ways that animals take care of their babies, each unique to the needs of the species. One…
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The Pink Robin Is Real, and Its Color Comes From Biology, Not Diet
Birds are some of the most diverse animals in nature, coming in all different colors. Birds come in a wide…
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Tiny Fish, Big Attitude: How Jawfish Defend Their Burrows
If a giant hand were to suddenly appear in front of you with some sort of object, how would you…
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Meet the Deadly Octopus Whose Toxin Has No Antivenom
Being bitten by a strange animal can be extremely scary, especially since so many species use venom against their prey.…
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The Incredible Jaw Flexibility of the Amazon Tree Boa
Snakes are famous for their wide jaws, which can swallow prey larger than their heads. The Amazon tree boa is…
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Newly Spotted Jellyfish Being Described as the “Size of a Bus”
A recent exploration off Argentina’s coast found a rarely seen jellyfish the size of a school bus. The giant phantom…
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This Deep-Sea Mating Strategy Turns Male Fish Into Living Reproductive Organs
The ocean is home to a vast array of different animals, each with its own traits. These include different forms…
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Why Dumeril’s Boas Break the Egg Laying Rule Most Snakes Follow
Most snakes lay eggs as part of the reproductive cycle. Because of this, it is interesting when a snake gives…
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Meet the “Dumbo” Octopus
The dumbo octopus gets its name from its adorable, ear-like fins that resemble floppy ears. Their beady eyes make them…
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The Strange Reason Toad Eggs Look Like Long Clear Cords
Toads are fascinating creatures for several different reasons, but their reproduction process is easily one of the most interesting. Rather…
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Why Do These Snails Look Like Zombies?
Nature is full of dangerous parasites and bacteria that can harm their hosts. But did you know that there are…
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Why Some Plants and Insects Depend on Ants to Stay Alive
What is myrmecophily? It represents an important interaction in nature. The word can be split into two parts: myrmex and…
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Why Gazelles Leap Straight Into the Air When Predators Are Near
There are many different names for animal behaviors. One example is stotting. While you may not have heard the word…
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The Spider That Looks Like a Watermelon
Spiders come in all sorts of colors and patterns. While we all know about black widows and their iconic red…
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You Might Think This Is a Snake, But It’s Actually a Harmless Caterpillar
Mimicry is one of the most interesting forms of defense in nature. Sometimes an innocent and harmless insect can look…
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Japanese Bee Fly: The Insect That Inspired a Pokémon
Pokémon gets much of its character design from real animals and plants in nature. With 1,025 unique Pokémon, plenty of…
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Daytime Dozers: The Subtle Signs of a Sleepy Owl
We all know that owls are nocturnal creatures. Sleeping during the day and hunting at night, these birds live vastly…
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Why the World’s Slowest Animal Has the Loudest Dating Life
Sloths are some pretty interesting animals. Beyond their reputation for being slow, a host of different traits reveals a lot…
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Animals With Unusual Ears—and Why They Matter
Ears are a pretty essential part of our bodies as they help with hearing and balance. While we’re aware of…
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The Science Behind How the Reticulated Python Shimmers Like a Rainbow
Snakes come in all different patterns and colors. With so many habitats, they have evolved to camouflage in with a…
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Out with a Bang: The Shocking Defense Strategy of Exploding Ants
There are some pretty crazy ways that animals and insects defend themselves. And some insects prioritize the health of the…
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The Surprising Hygienic and Social Power of Allopreening
We are likely all familiar with preening, the well-known and important bird behavior that helps maintain feather health and hygiene.…
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Why Some Animals Pretend to Be Dead to Survive
Animals playing dead is a real, scientifically described behavior known as thanatosis. This behavior can be essential for an animal’s…
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The Real Reason Lizards Lose Their Tails When Threatened
Lizards are famous for their strange ability to lose their own tails. This ability is called tail autotomy, a survival…
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Why Some Birds Let Ants Crawl All Over Their Bodies
There are some pretty strange ways that animals clean themselves. While cats groom themselves with their tongues, other animals like…
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What Is Kleptoparasitism? Here’s Why Some Animals Steal Food Instead of Hunting It
To survive in the harsh wild, many animals turn to drastic measures for food. An example of this is a…
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This Groundhog Was Not Amused When a Pit Bull Invaded Its Burrow
This Instagram post by @the_last_messiah shows a groundhog getting riled up by a pit bull who keeps sticking its nose…
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Yes, Peacocks Can Fly, and It Is Even More Stunning Than You Imagine
Peacocks are often thought to be land birds, but did you know they can fly as well? Although they usually…
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The Yeti Crab: The Deep-Sea Crustacean That Grows “Fur” to Survive Near Hydrothermal Vents
There are thousands of crab species, each with its own unique features. While we think of crabs as beach creatures,…
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The Overlooked Shellfish That Cleans the Ocean and Has a Surprising Secret
Shellfish are extremely important to various ocean ecosystems globally, yet they are some of the most overlooked species. One example…
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What Happens When a Botfly Infests a Horse’s Nose
While there are plenty of beautiful sights in nature, occurrences in the animal kingdom can also be downright nasty. One…
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Memphis Zoo Polar Bear Loves Tennessee’s Wintry Weather
Tennessee just got hit with a harsh ice storm, leaving hundreds of thousands without power. While this insane weather was…
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Hey, Anglers! You Can Earn $$$ For Catching Carp!
In this economy, any chance to get some extra money in your wallet is always welcome. While there are plenty…