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This is the Most Rat Infested City in the U.S. — a Title It’s Held for a Decade
Vermin aren’t the first thing you think of when considering where to relocate, but perhaps they should be. Rats populate…
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This Rare Jellyfish Lives 13,000 Feet Below the Ocean’s Surface — and it Looks Like a Fireworks Display
Most deep-sea creatures look like something from the underworld. Their oversized eyes, bizarre bodies, and unusual movements are testaments to…
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The 9 Largest Eagles in the World
While some birds of prey, such as condors and pelicans, are bigger, the eagle is one of the largest birds…
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I’ve Been ‘Bluff Charged’ by Bears. Here’s What You Should Know.
Cody moved to Alaska from New Jersey 14 years ago to start a new life. But his new start very…
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Find Out Why Kangaroos Flex and Show Off Their Massive Muscles
Red kangaroos are the largest land mammals in Australia. The largest kangaroo species, red kangaroos, can reach heights of up…
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This Strange-Looking Bird Might Be the Flashiest in the Forest
If you ever find yourself wandering through the forests of Peru, you’re likely to notice a unique and colorful bird called the…
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This Godzilla-Like Creature Sneezes Salt
The Galápagos Islands are famous worldwide for their one-of-a-kind plants and animals. If you’re lucky enough to explore the islands…
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Fascinating New Findings at Ashfall Fossil Beds
Since the 1920s, people have been finding fossils near Verdigre Creek in northeast Nebraska. However, it wasn’t until 50 years…
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This Brave House Cat Scales a Giant Tree to Rescue Her Trapped Kitten
It’s incredible just how many different animals share a powerful maternal instinct. Even cats, who are often seen as aloof…
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This Raven is a Tic-Tac-Toe All-Star
You might have heard the term “bird brain” used to insult someone’s intelligence. However, for the raven, their “bird brain”…
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Amazing Animals That Live in Africa
Africa has several different types of habitats from jungles and forests to grasslands and deserts. The second-largest continent after Asia,…
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Water Moccasins vs Cottonmouth: Everything You Need To Know
It’s often thought that water moccasins are harmless, non-venomous creatures, and cottonmouths are more dangerous and venomous. In reality, both…
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These Creatures Are the Deep Sea’s Best Kept Secret
Some of the world’s most fascinating creatures live underwater. And unlike the more mainstream animals under the sea — seahorses,…
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This State Will Be the Epicenter of This Year’s Cicada Emergence
Kentucky is about to get hit with massive numbers of periodical cicadas. Unlike the annual cicadas, periodical cicadas emerge from…
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What Makes This Creatures So Unique — and Dangerous?
Vipers are known for their scary connotations and intimidating appearances. And with a reputation for having painful, even deadly, venomous…
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A Crew Gets the Scare of Their Lives When Massive Sharks Attack Their Submarine
Explorers on a submarine at a depth of 2,461 feet had quite a shock when a group of massive sixgill…
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This Lion Was Severely Outnumbered by Some Fiery Lionesses
Lions are often called the “king of the jungle.” While they only contribute to around 10% of the pride’s hunts,…
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Meet the Uber-Rare Ghost Shark: Not Quite a Shark, Not Quite a Fish
The Hydrolagus trolli, the pointy-nosed blue chimaera, or “ghost shark,” is unlike any other on earth. Sightings are rare, and this…
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This Tiny But Mighty Woylie Shot Up Like a Rocket and is Going, Going … GONE!
Woylies are small marsupials native to Australia. These rabbit-sized rat kangaroos are critically endangered and have disappeared from much of…
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Young Buck Forgets Who It Is and Swallows a Bird… And The Bird’s Family Comes For Revenge!
To most people, deer are kind and gentle creatures that frolic in the forest. Whether it’s children’s movies or books…
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The 10 Smartest Animals in the World
A-Z-Animals has definitively ranked the top 10 smartest animals on earth. The results may surprise you… #8 is shockingly clever…
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8 Animals Powerful Enough to Take Down an Elephant
When people talk about drugs, you’ve probably heard the phrase “…it could kill an elephant.” There are certain drugs and…
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Why This Rare Bear Far Exceeds Its Peers at Catching Salmon
Animals are adept at adapting, but what happens when an animal is born with an innate advantage over its peers?…
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Why Do Cicadas Only Come Out Every 17 Years?
Although there are many cicada species, all cicadas fall into one of two larger groups: annual cicadas, which appear every…
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Why Earth’s Oldest Predator Doesn’t Reach Adulthood Until Age 150
Meet the longest-lived animal with a backbone. Scientists estimate that Greenland sharks live for around 250 years, but some may…
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Should Virginia Prepare for the Return of Cicadas This Year? Here’s What We Know
Its cicada season, and Virginia is in the path of these interesting (and noisy!) insects. This year, Brood XIV returns…
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As the Mercury Rises This Summer, These Products Will Keep Your Pets Cool, Comfortable and Safe
As the warming temps of late spring give way to the stifling heat of summer, it’s more important than ever…
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This Fearless Woman Peacefully Feeds a Great White Shark Like It’s a Puppy
Thinking about “friendly” animals often brings to mind adorable, snuggly creatures we’d love to pet, like puppies or kittens. These…
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These Are the Most Gator-Populated Waters in South Carolina
South Carolina is home to a lot of alligators. Around 100,000 of them, to be exact. Although it is fewer…
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Meet the World’s Most Colorful Creatures
Nature’s natural colors can be breathtaking. Tropical birds are famous for their brightly colored feathers, and many fish species are…
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Labradoodle vs Goldendoodle: Key Differences to Know
Goldendoodles and Labradoodles are popular mixed breed dogs, but they are not recognized by the American Kennel Club. These playful…
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It Has One of the Longest Tongues of Any Animal. Here’s What It’s Used For
Itching your eye is not exactly easy when you only have four hard hooves. But as this adorable clip from…
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Brave Dog Shields Owner from Fierce Cougar
In this thrilling encounter, a faithful dog demonstrates its loyalty by holding its ground against a threatening mountain lion.
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This Kangaroo Would Definitely Take the Gold in the Wrestling Ring With This Final Take-Down Move
Many people pay to watch their favorite brawlers go at it in the UFC or the WWE. However, if you really want to…
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Are Penguins in Peril? How Mercury Pollution is Taking Its Toll
Awareness surrounding mercury pollution and its effects on both wildlife and humans is spreading. Recent studies suggest mercury pollution to…
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Bats or Adorable Little Cotton Balls? You Decide.
The Honduran white bat (Ectophylla alba) is so unbelievably cute and fluffy, it’s hard to believe it’s even real! Just…
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This Eel Can Consume Up to 10 Times Its Body Weight Thanks to This One Fascinating Feature
Eels are famous for their slithery bodies that can snake through what seems like any body of water. Gulper eels…
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This Elusive Fish Has Only Been Seen 9 Times!
Can you imagine how cool it would be to see out of your forehead? That is what the incredible barreleye…
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The Most Common Places Wasps Build Nests
Curious about where wasps like to build their nests and the reasons behind it? Various wasp species choose different environments…
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Discover the Fascinating World of Centipedes: 10 Largest Species Revealed
Did you know that there are over 3,000 different species of centipedes, and scientists believe that there could be 5,000+…
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The Biggest Alligator Ever Caught in the Mississippi River
Alligators are among the most dangerous animals in the Mississippi River. Alligators of different sizes use the river as a…
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Are These Gorillas in Rwanda or on Wrestlemania?
Gorillas are known for their intimidating strength, massive size, and human-like behaviors. In fact, according to the Dian Fossey Gorilla…
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How These “Vertical Clingers” Can Clear Up to 40 Feet
The wild sifaka is undoubtedly one of the most entertaining and delightful animals to watch in the entire animal kingdom.…
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How Far Can Sharks Smell Blood?
We’ve all heard the myth about sharks and blood: that chilling rumor that sharks can smell blood from several miles…
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Yes, This Rare Species is Actually See-Through
Deep-sea creatures often look more like science fiction monsters than marine animals. The glass octopus is one such animal. The…
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Here’s Where the Cicadas Will Be Showing Up in Tennessee This Spring
The cicadas are coming! The cicadas are coming! Brood XIV is scheduled to begin emerging in Tennessee any day, and…
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Did This Sea Serpent Really Exist??
Visitors to the Cadboro-Gyro Park in British Columbia may be surprised to spot an unusual creature amid stunning views of…
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Trillions (Yes, Trillions!) of Cicadas are Coming This Spring. Here’s Where They’re Emerging and How Long They’ll Be Buzzing Around
Get ready for a swarm, because cicadas are returning this spring. A brood of these flying insects is starting to…
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Cats Being Too Ridiculously Cute
Watch this adorable compilation of cats playing, cuddling, and getting into all sorts of cute and funny antics!
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The Longest Marine Migration: Gray Whales’ Epic Journey
Baleen whales are some of the most unique and breathtaking animals. These huge marine mammals are some of the biggest…