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This Flat Beetle Looks Like a Tiny Pie Dish and It’s Built for Survival
Insects come in all different shapes and sizes, a result of thousands of years of evolution. Beetles are extremely diverse…
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Have You Ever Seen a Blue Bee?
Bees are distinctive for their black and yellow coloring, but did you know some species are blue? The blue-banded bee…
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This Deep Sea Shark Has Fangs That Look Like a Snake’s
The ocean is home to some of the creepiest animals out there. It feels like the deeper you go in…
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These Tiny Moths Navigate Hundreds of Miles Using the Stars
Humans have used the stars for navigation for centuries, relying on them as maps for long journeys. But did you…
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These Desert Beetles Drink Water Straight From the Air Using an Incredible Survival Trick
Nature is full of amazing adaptations, some of which are almost difficult to imagine. One such example is that of…
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Why Ants Bounce—And Humans Break—After a 100-Story Fall
Most ants are less than an inch long, making them very small insects. While their petite stature may seem like…
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The Human-Sized Bat That Inspired Vampire Legends
Bats have inspired many pop culture references, most famously vampires. But did you know there is a species of bat…
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These Awkward-Looking Penguins Are in the Most Dangerous Phase of Their Lives
We’ve all had our own fair share of embarrassing fashion choices. As we grow up, we make some interesting decisions…
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What Happens When You Poke Sleeping Black Shield Hornets?
Many people are terrified of hornets, and for good reason—their potent, painful stings are extremely unpleasant and provide ample reason…
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From Ground Nest to Sky Giant: The Albatross Growth Curve
Albatrosses are some of the largest birds in the world. While they might be smaller in height and size than…
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Why Your Dog’s Nose Was Once the Key to Its Identity
Humans, for decades, have used our own fingerprints as a biometric for identification purposes. Whether it’s for police investigations or…
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Why Some Lizards Grow Two Tails—And What It Reveals About Regeneration
Lizards have amazing regeneration abilities. When in danger, they may purposefully lose their tail, only for it to regrow later.…
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The Surprising Reason Mother Rabbits Leave and Hide Their Babies
Rabbits make amazing pets, but in the wild, they are intelligent and cunning animals. As mothers, they go to great…
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Ambush or Be Ambushed: How the Peacock Flounder’s Eyes Gamble with Danger
The ocean is full of creatures so vastly different from land animals. Their appearance and anatomy are unique in many…
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What Happens When a 500-Year-Old Blood Sport Collides With Modern Animal Rights?
Animal blood sports are a tradition in many different cultures and societies globally; however, their morality has been subject to…
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Buried Before Birth: How Turtle Hatchlings Dig Their Way to the Surface
Being buried alive sounds like a nightmare, but it is just the beginning for green turtles. This turtle species starts…
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Do Patrick and SpongeBob Really Exist?
Did you know that SpongeBob was inspired by real sea creatures? This Instagram post by @galaxies shows a hilarious photo…
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More Than Just Cute: The Real Reason Baby Otters Make That Chirping Sound
Quick Take Nothing’s better than watching cute animal videos all day. If they’re baby animal videos, they’re ten times cuter.…
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Newborn Sloth Baby Sweetly Clings to Mom
If you’re in need of a sweet and heartwarming video, you’ve come to the right place. This Instagram post by…
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The Science Behind Barking Geckos and Their Surprising Calls
We’re all familiar with animals that bark, such as the dogs in our homes or even laughing hyenas. Animals communicate…
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Baby Squid Shows Instinctive Camouflage Skills
Squids are extremely intelligent animals with plenty of tricks to help them get out of dangerous situations. Some of these…
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Police Puppies Have Us Swooning
All police dogs start out as police puppies. Although they are not working as police dogs just yet, they are…
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Loon Newborns Catch an Easy Ride
Nothing beats the cuteness of a newborn animal. It seems like every day, a new video of a cute baby…
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The Meticulously Clean Insect
Did you know that, just like mammals, insects like mantises clean themselves? Using their tiny mouths, mantises clean their limbs…
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Can You Have a Deer for a Pet?
Social media is home to so many adorable animal videos that warm your heart. Even on the worst days, a…
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Inside the ‘Hunting Brain’: The Fascinating Reason Your Cat Kicks While Sleeping
Quick Take Just like we do, our pets dream in their own unique ways. While we may not know what…
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One in 100,000: Why Some Snakes Are Born With Two Heads
Have you ever seen a two-headed snake? While a two-headed snake sounds like it came straight out of a fictional…
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A Cat’s Reaction Time is Faster Than a Camera Flash
Cats have lightning-quick reflexes that are almost impossible for the naked eye to see. While their ability to turn their…
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How Big Do Caucasian Shepherds Really Get?
Dogs come in all different sizes and appearances, each with their own unique traits. Most dog breeds kept as pets…
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Police vs. a 600-lb Alligator? Just Another Day in Florida
We’ve all heard our fair share of interesting Florida stories. It seems like every day, a new story comes out…
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This Bird Steals Money: Never Underestimate a Crow’s Intelligence
Crows are some of the smartest birds out there; still, we often underestimate their intelligence. However, every once in a…
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Do Fish Have Tongues?
Have you ever wondered if fish have tongues? You probably haven’t, but it’s an interesting thought to explore. Social media…
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This Catfish Never Stood a Chance
Snakes are incredible hunters, with different species having their own unique means of catching their prey. Whether it’s through constriction…
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How Luna Moths Emerge From Their Cocoons
The transformation from a caterpillar to a moth is an amazing process. Although the changes that occur within a cocoon…
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The Surprisingly Maternal Nature of The Mint-Leg Centipede
There are many unique and amazing insects in the wild, like the extremely interesting mint-leg centipede. This two-toned centipede gets…
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The Fascinating Way Stick Bugs Replace Their Exoskeleton
Insects are extremely fascinating creatures. Stick bugs are among the most interesting, given their amazing camouflage and appearance. Like other…
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Exploring the Unique Celestial Appearance of the Galaxy Frog
Have you ever heard of the galaxy frog? These beautiful frogs get their nickname for a good reason, thanks to…
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This Moth’s Wingspan is Nearly a Foot Wide
Sometimes, you learn an animal fact so surprising that you question whether it’s real or not. One such tidbit regards…
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Have You Ever Seen a Baby Swordfish?
A baby animal’s size at birth is often relative to the size of the species itself, so when sizes are…
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This Bizarre Larva Resembles an Animated Character
We feel confident in saying this is the weirdest bug you will see this week. The butternut woolyworm, which is…
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The Moth That Looks Like a Human Skull
Nature is full of scary and intimidating creatures that can send shivers down your spine at first glance. One such…
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The Tiny Insect Covered in Fluffy Filaments
Insects are some of the best camouflagers out there. With so many unique disguises, there are some unimaginable ways that…
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Do Bees Really Twerk?
Have you ever heard of a bee “twerking?” While it may sound strange, there are moments when bees appear to…
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Hummingbird Performs Dazzling Courtship Dance
Hummingbirds are amazing animals for so many reasons. Their quick speed and beautiful appearance make them a favorite among bird…
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The Caterpillar You Do NOT Want to Pet
While caterpillars may seem harmless, they are often more dangerous than we realize. While many caterpillars are small and relatively…
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When It’s So Cold a Bird Can See Its Breath
Nature photographers capture rare and beautiful moments in nature. By freezing a single moment in time, they create stunning images…
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Find Out Why This Snake Eats Its Mate
Snakes are some of the most interesting creatures on the planet. With a variety of species, each with unique traits,…
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The Feather-Drying Dance of Great Blue Heron
Birds that live in or near water spend much of their time diving below the surface to catch fish. But…
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This Elderly Hamster Will Warm Your Heart
Hamsters are known for their relatively short lifespans, aging much faster than humans. Thanks to social media, people can see…
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What is Murmuration and How Can You See It?
Nature is full of awe-inspiring displays that encourage you to stop and admire their beauty. One such display is murmuration,…