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Young Boaters Save a Sea Turtle From the Jaws of a Tiger Shark
There are many threats to sea turtles, but most of them come from humans. Dangers may range from getting entangled…
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11 Animals That Live in Caves
A cave-dwelling fish has been swimming the waters of India unknowingly. But researchers have just discovered the mysterious fish, which…
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Do Octopuses Have Teeth?
Most carnivores have teeth to grasp and eat prey, so marine animals with teeth are not uncommon. Sharks, dolphins, eels,…
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Inside the Python Digestive System That Can Melt Bones
Ever heard of a heat-seeking missile? Well, meet nature’s version: the heat-sensing python. In this article, I will introduce you…
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This Bird Manages to Gulp Down a Huge Fish Bigger Than Its Whole Head
You know that feeling when you’re especially hungry and want to eat as much as possible, but your mouth is…
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The ‘Forgotten Antelope’ Has Been Spotted in the Wild
Some animals are so rare, they are more like myths than living, breathing organisms. Take the Upemba lechwe, for example.…
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Avoid These Scents to Keep Snakes Out of Your Yard
Seeing a snake in your yard can be alarming, especially if you have young children or pets roaming the lawn.…
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Animals That Survived Being Swallowed by Snakes
Chewing food into little pieces may be helpful for human digestion, but snakes prefer to ingest their meals in one…
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Every Snake Species You Might Meet in Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park is home to 11 species of reptiles and amphibians. Snakes make up nearly half of that number,…
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The Worst Shark Attacks in History
Shark attacks on humans are rare. Despite how movies and the media depict them, sharks are not hunters of people.…
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10 Jaw-Dropping Shark Facts That Will Change the Way You See Them
Nothing strikes fear in the hearts of humans like a shark fin in shallow water. They are often portrayed as…
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Beware of Mountain Lions in These States
Mountain lions (cougars, pumas, and more local names) are among the top predators that live in the United States. These…
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All About Fox Teeth and Why They’re Sharper Than You Think
A fox’s teeth are one of its more unique features. Although they’re omnivores, their canines resemble those of a carnivore,…
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Meet the Woodworking Bee Behind The Sawdust Piles
Carpenter bees might not wear tool belts like real carpenters, but they do have impressive woodworking abilities thanks to their…
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What Is Hagfish Slime, and Why Is It So Powerful?
Undersea animals are some of the most interesting on Earth, and hagfish are no exception. These fish resemble eels and…
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A Young Koala Has an Epic Meltdown After Being Kicked Out of a Tree
Koalas are iconic Australian animals, loved for their teddy-bear-like appearance. But beneath their soft and seemingly cuddly exterior, they have…
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Unique Pet Memorial Ideas to Keep Your Best Friend Close
Unless you have a parrot, tortoise, or another unusually long-lived pet such as certain koi fish or reptiles, chances are…
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Thousands of Murder Hornets Furiously Swarm a Man Trying to Remove Their Nest
Northern giant hornets (Vespa mandarinia), also known as Asian giant hornets, are an invasive species in North America but have…
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Beware of Mosquitoes in These States
Mosquitos are annoying insects that can spread diseases. These biting and blood-sucking insects can also cause red bumps and skin…
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The Male Sage Grouse’s Elaborate Mating Ritual
The male greater sage grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) is the largest grouse species in North America and puts on one of…
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Why You Might See Horseshoe Crabs Swimming Belly Up
The horseshoe crab in the amazing YouTube clip captured at Aquaria KLCC in Malaysia appears to have gotten itself in…
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Where to Find Mako Sharks, the Speedsters of the Sea
Mako sharks are fast, predatory sharks that can be found swimming in tropical and temperate oceans. These speedsters of the…
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Mount Everest Day: Discover 13 Animals That Live on the World’s Most Famous Mountain
Mount Everest, located in the Himalayan Mountain Range, is the tallest mountain in the world. It reaches an elevation of…
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Who Hunts the Hunter? Animals That Prey on Bears
Last year, right around my birthday, I took a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains for the first time. My…
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Why Thousands of Daddy Longlegs Form Huge Clusters
Some people cannot cope with a single daddy longlegs in their bedroom—or even worse, in a tent—but can you imagine…
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This Honey-Loving Bear Tries to Outsmart an Electric Fence
Bears are quite skilled at finding food and will search just about anywhere for a good meal. Although they are…
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Meet the Most Massive Sharks in the Gulf of Mexico
The Gulf of Mexico is a large basin with around 617,800 square miles of water. The area supports diverse marine…
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A Man’s Deep Sea Dive Turns Dark When a Huge Eel Attacks and Bites Him
Deep-sea diving can be an incredible experience with countless coral beds and marine life to explore. However, as one diver…
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Celebrate World Otter Day With These 5 Surprising Otter Facts
Otters are well known for their playful, energetic, and inquisitive behavior. However, did you know that otter play has a…
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Beyond the Rainbow Bridge: Beautiful Ways Pet Owners Honor Their Trusty Companions
Animal lovers across time have memorialized their pets with tributes that express the emotional bonds between them and their true…
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These Amazing Animals Have the Most Powerful Memories
Remember the Broadway “Cat” that sang, “Memories all alone in the Moonlight…?” Some animals are notable for their standout ability…
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Lunging Alligator Nearly Bites Florida Man
Imagine a relaxed fishing outing that suddenly turns intense when an angry alligator decides to get up close and personal.…
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Avoid These Dog Breeds If You Also Have Cats
While we’d like to believe that cats and dogs can get along, there are some dog breeds that are guided…
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Garguantuan Snake Invades a Couple’s Home and Refuses to Go Quietly
The worst you’d expect to encounter in your laundry room would be the obvious–dirty laundry. Watch this shocking video where…
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The Biggest Whale Swimming the Ocean Today
The most gigantic animal that has ever lived is the amazing blue whale. Watch this fascinating video revealing all kinds…
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The Massive Crocodiles that Live in Dens 40 Feet Below the Surface
Most crocodiles that create dens only dig them a few feet underground. Crocodiles are some of the largest reptiles in…
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1-on-1 With Animal Welfare Auditor Jacquelyn Babcock
When you hear “animal welfare auditor,” you might envision someone in a suit, clipboard in hand, giving pigs performance reviews.…
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Animals with the Strongest Bites in the US, Ranked
The strongest bite force in the world has been discussed multiple times, as has the strongest bite force of any…
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A Snake Catcher Discovered the Biggest Rattlesnake You’ve Ever Seen Under a Barbeque Grill
What would you do if you wanted to throw some steaks on your backyard grill on a nice summer day,…
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Why These Beautiful Animals Have Spots
Beauty comes in all forms, shapes, sizes, and patterns in the animal kingdom. You can see every color of the…
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Discover 25 Animals with Stunning Blue Eyes
Animals with blue eyes are a rare occurrence in nature due to being linked to recessive genetics, mutations, and specific…
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The Heartbreaking Last Song of the Now-Extinct Kauaʻi ʻŌʻō Bird
One of the unique aspects of our modern era is the ability to preserve sights and sounds. While an animal’s…
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Fact or Fiction: Does Red Really Make Bulls Angry?
You’ve seen the hilarious cartoons where a rabbit is waving a bright red flag at a bull. The bull snorts…
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Your Dog Bit Someone. Now What?
Would you know what to do if your dog bit someone? Unfortunately, each and every dog owner could someday face…
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Hippos in the Wild: A Unit Study for Young Learners
The hippopotamus, or hippo, well-known for their extremely large stature, can often be found grazing the grasslands in Africa on…
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How to Tell the Difference Between a Falcon and Hawk
Hawks and falcons are both birds of prey. However, you may have likely heard people using the terms interchangeably. The…
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Inside the Steel Jaws of a Great White Shark
Great white sharks (otherwise known as great whites or white pointers) are famous for their distinctive fins and ferocious teeth!…
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What Do Chimpanzees Eat? Inside the Diet of Our Closest Relatives
Chimpanzees are our closest living relatives. From using forest herbs as medicine to creating and using tools, these intelligent primates…
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This Massive Funnel-Web Spider Is Named After Chris Hemsworth
Australia is known for its deadly creatures of unusual size. From the saltwater crocodile to the box jellyfish and even…
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Meet the Crab-Eating Macaque, an Ocean-Swimming Monkey
If you go swimming in clear, tropical waters with white sandy beaches, you would probably expect to see some marine…