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Scents That Draw Snakes to Your Yard
Encountering a snake in your yard can be unsettling, particularly if you have children or pets, as any snake may…
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Meet the Shrike: The Butcher Bird That Impales Its Prey on Sharp Objects
It’s hard to believe an adorable little bird might be known as Vlad the Impaler of the bird world. However,…
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Beware of These Scents That Lure Mice to Your House
Mice have an acute sense of smell that can tempt them into your home. If you’re dealing with a mouse…
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Protecting 30% by 2030: The Sierra Club’s Bold Plan to Save the Wild
When John Muir founded the Sierra Club in 1892, he couldn’t have imagined the world we live in now —…
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Free Flamingo Lesson Plan for Kids: Reading, Writing & Science
Flamingos are fascinating birds, widely recognized for their striking pink coloration, long, skinny legs and distinct feeding adaptations. They are…
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The Most Venomous Rattlesnake in the US Is Surprisingly Hard to Find
Just about every state in the United States has a rattlesnake population. However, there are just two states that the…
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6 Wild Snake Abilities You’ve Never Heard Of
With National Snake Day falling on July 16, we’ve decided to discuss snakes and their wildest yet most unknown abilities.…
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The Only 2 Venomous Snakes in Wisconsin—And Where They Live
Wisconsin’s natural landscapes and diverse wildlife, not to mention 15,000 lakes, make the Dairy State a popular summer destination for…
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Mosquitoes’ Preferred Blood Type
This video delves into the science behind why mosquitoes are attracted to certain people, exploring factors like genetics, carbon dioxide…
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The Scoop on Elephant Poop: Big Facts About Even Bigger Droppings
Feces, dung, poop: words that never fail to make a 12-year-old boy laugh. But they have no place in highly…
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How Zoos Keep Animals Cool During Heat Waves
In the United States, heat waves break out every summer. While people can jump in their pools, go to the…
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The World’s Smartest Reptiles: Surprising Intelligence Behind the Scales
If you ask a dog owner if their pup has feelings, the answer will be a resounding yes (and likely…
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Dog Breeds with the Most Health Issues
Dogs are one of the most popular domestic pet animals on Earth. When choosing a potential canine pet, it’s important…
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The Most Powerful Sharks in the Ocean
Sharks are among the ocean’s fiercest apex predators, with many being capable of boundless strength. Today’s video will look at…
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Delayed Gratification Isn’t Just for Humans—Birds Pass the Test Too
Delayed gratification — the ability to sacrifice an immediate reward for a more valuable one in the future — can…
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How Do You Help a Constipated Tarantula?
Despite their intimidating appearance, tarantulas are surprisingly fragile. In this YouTube video, a veterinarian cares for a tarantula that has…
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A Rescued Owl and Husky Puppy As Best Friends Is The Most Adorable Thing You Will See Today
A husky and a snowy owl make an unlikely pair of friends, but we have proof. A YouTube video from…
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Ambitious Younger Male Challenges the Alpha in the Wildest Monkey Battle You’ll Ever See
Most of the time, troops of macaque monkeys live together in harmony. However, in macaque societies, dominance and troop rank…
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‘Stay Outta the Sharks’ House’ — a Viral Sensation 10 Years Later
If you were alive and/or coherent in the summer of 2015, you likely recall the massive string of shark attacks…
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Inside the Big Thicket, Texas’s Biodiversity Hotspot
The Big Thicket is, as its name suggests, a densely forested area. However, it is much more than just that.…
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Why This Diver Feeds Sea Urchins to Fish—And Saves the Reef
What you can see in this YouTube clip is very different from most of the underwater footage that you will…
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These Honeybees Fry a Giant Hornet Alive
Honeybees face numerous enemies throughout their relatively short lives. Pesticides, starvation, and parasites are three common causes of the death…
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This Sea Slug Can Regrow Its Body From Just Its Head
Sea slugs are one of the world’s most stunning, diverse, and adaptable animals. Not only are sea slugs beautiful to…
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Why You Should Never Treat a Snake Bite at Home
Snake envenomation statistics vary from region to region worldwide. In countries with limited or no access to antivenom, the risk…
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King Cobra vs. Green Mamba: Which Snake Is More Dangerous?
King cobras are the heavyweight champions of the snake world. These are the largest and longest of any other venomous…
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Why Red Pandas Were Fired From Their Hotel Wake-Up Call Jobs
With their long, fluffy tails, white-lined ears, and quiet demeanor, red pandas are some of the cutest creatures in the…
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Top Animals for Emotional Support
Animals can bring lots of comfort to humans, especially those suffering from stress, disabilities, and beyond. Today’s video covers 8…
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Inside the Fight to Save the Hawaiian Monk Seal—and How You Can Join
Hawaii’s endangered monk seals are beloved creatures and highly protected by state law. Yet scientists have been unable to protect…
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Tiniest Rodents: The 5 Most Common Mouse Species
The wonderful world of tennis is helping nature’s tiniest mammals survive. Each year, following Wimbledon, thousands of used tennis balls…
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Tiny and Adorable Cheetah Cubs Playfully Run From Their Mother
They may grow into the world’s fastest mammal, but cheetah cubs aren’t nearly so speedy. A video from wildlife photographer,…
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Creatures Capable of Beating a Great White Shark
Great white sharks, despite their fearsome reputation, face threats from a select few predators and other creatures capable of killing…
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Massive Crane Knocks On the Door of His Human Best Friend to Introduce His Babies
As human expansion continues to encroach on wildlife habitats, interactions between humans and animals are becoming more common. In this…
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Cicada Emerges From Its Shell in Stunning Moment
In this YouTube video, a cicada sits on a leaf and, over the course of two hours, sheds its old…
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Rare Twin Moose Calves Spotted in Rocky Mountain National Park
Nature lovers and park visitors are in for a special treat this summer: twin moose calves have been spotted roaming…
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Why “Mama Bear” Is More Than a Saying—It’s a Survival Strategy
The phrase “mama bear” is defined as being a “strong, aggressively protective mother.” Women who are very protective of their…
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How Much Do Snake Egg Clutches Weigh?
Snake eggs might not look like much on their own, but when grouped in a clutch, their combined weight can…
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Not a Snake! This Caterpillar Has a Fascinating Trick
We are all used to seeing caterpillars hide themselves away and emerge as butterflies or moths, but the species featured…
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World Record Tuna: Discover the Largest Tuna Ever Caught
According to the National Fisheries Institute, 88% of American households have dined on canned tuna. For an animal that ends…
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Attract Purple Martins to Your Yard Using These Effective Methods
Purple martins are gorgeous backyard birds, known for their iridescent feathers and mid-sky acrobatics. As North America’s largest swallows, they…
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The Fascinating Diet of Killer Whales: 16 Animals They Hunt
Orcas have long been revered for their intelligence, adaptability, and group-hunting strategies. But one scientific review spanning two decades has…
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World’s Smallest Shark is Only 5.5 Inches: 9 Tiniest Sharks Swimming in the Oceans Today
We’ve all heard of the world’s most massive sharks, both past and present. The megalodon, the great white shark, and…
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These Texas Lakes Are Crawling With Alligators
While lake recreation is popular in the Lone Star State, some lakes in the state have more than people swimming…
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Dog Raised by Cats Can’t Stop Jumping On Counters and Even the Fridge
Forget the old stereotype of cats and dogs being mortal enemies. In reality, many live together peacefully, and in some…
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Discover What Bed Bugs Eat
Bed bugs primarily feast on human blood, causing their infamous bites. However, these pests will also target other warm-blooded creatures,…
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Tourists Stunned After Witnessing Screaming Koalas
Most people think of koalas as fuzzy, gentle little creatures. We have them as stuffed animals, use koala pictures as…
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7 Hydration Products to Keep Your Pets Safe in Summer
With only 12 months in which to honor and celebrate various causes, some months feature more than one observance. For…
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How Leopards Use Trees to Hunt, Rest, and Hide Their Meals
The leopard in this short video clip looks very at ease both climbing up a tree trunk and relaxing in…
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Are Water Moccasins Venomous? The Truth About This Snake
To put it simply, yes, they are venomous. But are they extremely dangerous? Not quite. Water moccasins are compelling creatures…
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Why Red-Legged Seriemas Slam Snakes Into the Ground Before Eating Them
When it comes to problematic prey, snakes are one of the most challenging. They seldom stay still and allow themselves…
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Scientists Discover Chimps Use Stones as Long-Distance Communication
Chimpanzees are our closest living relatives, and this adds to the fascination of learning how they behave and interact with…