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“Blob-headed” Fish and Amphibious Mouse Among 27 New Species Discovered in Peru
“New Year, New Deng”: Newborn Pygmy Hippo Named at Richmond Zoo Internet star and baby pygmy hippo Moo Deng has…
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Exploring the Panthera Genus: From Jaguars to Lions
Jaguars (Panthera onca) are among the most rare and elusive big cats of the jungle. These beautiful wild cats have…
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From Tigers to Snow Leopards: How Big Are the World’s Largest Cats?
Have you ever wondered what makes a big cat a big cat? How about which one of these fierce felines…
Wild Cats
The History and Evolution of Europe’s Wild Cats
When you think about Europe, images of large wildcats are not what first comes to mind. Thousands of years ago,…
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Why Cats Chirp and Chatter
Domestic cats are peculiar creatures. Adorable but deadly, they act as lovable companions in the home and as a scourge…
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Exploring the Unique World of Bobtail Cats
Over the years, breeders have selectively bred domestic cats to display and pass on a wide variety of unique traits.…
Education
A 5-Day Lesson Plan Exploring the Mighty Lion
The powerful and mighty lion, one of the African savanna’s most formidable predators, is widely recognized for its majestic appearance…
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15 Most Terrifying Spiders Found in Japan
Japan is a beautiful country with something for everyone. If you love exploring the breathtaking countryside and experiencing the nightlife of…
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State of Montana Sues Yellowstone and More Animal News
Spanish College Student Killed in Elephant Attack While Studying Abroad A young Spanish tourist was killed at an elephant center…
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The Unusual Galapagos Albatross Courtship Dance
Some species of male birds dance to impress their mates, such as the complicated dance routine of the little red-capped…
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Tahlequah Loses Second Orca Calf and We’re All Mourning With Her
Six years ago, a killer whale named Tahlequah carried her dead baby’s carcass for over 1,000 miles for over two…
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Watch an Eagle Hunt a Snake With Incredible Precision
There’s nothing quite like a hungry baby. For this mother eagle, mealtime means turning to the water for a tasty…
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The Fascinating World of Flamingo Filter Feeding: How and Why They Do It
Flamingoes are fairly large birds with a curvy neck and long legs, and they’re famous for their pink color and…
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Show Goat Murdered by Owner’s Jealous Rival
Pet Octopus Goes Viral After Giving Birth to Dozens of Babies A 9-year-old boy in Edmond, Oklahoma, might be the…
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Watch The Incredible Way This Snake Climbs STRAIGHT UP a Tree
The Amethystine python is a nonvenomous snake species. It’s a popular reptile that is popular for its colors and size.…
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Check Out This Dog Breed Now Officially Recognized by the American Kennel Club
Endangered Snail Species Risks Extinction Due to Lithium Mine Construction Construction for the country’s largest lithium mine is underway in…
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Why Cats Make Biscuits: Kneading Explained
While the cats in the above video look as if they are kneading biscuits, they are actually displaying a common…
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From Predator To Prey: A Hunting Osprey Is Attacked By A Bald Eagle
A fleeting moment captured on the water, where skill, strategy, and a hint of desperation intertwine in a captivating aerial…
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Clarifying Wolf Species, Verifying Fish Locations and More Reader Feedback
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Travel Worry-Free with These Innovative Automatic Pet Feeders
A friend referred to her toddlers as anchors: cute, squishy anchors, but anchors nonetheless. The same could be said of…
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Why Prairie Dogs “Jump Yip”
Prairie dogs aren’t dogs at all but are actually a species of ground squirrels. They are cousins of the squirrels…
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Raccoon Attacks Infant in Idaho Home and Other Animal News
Giant Interactive Sculpture Donated to the Center for Great Apes After its debut at Miami Art Week 2024, a sculpture…
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A New Law Protects Two Beloved Species From Being Held in Captivity
Bumble Bee Joins Endangered Species List Suckley’s cuckoo bumble bee may be classified as endangered under the Endangered Species Act…
Elephant
Why Do Elephants Have Hair? Discover Their Unique Cooling Mechanism
Humans are the only mammals that have hair on their heads but very little hair on the rest of their…
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Against the Odds: African Elephant Twins Thrive in Tanzania
Elephant babies are BIG babies! The average elephant baby is 200lbs at birth and 3 feet tall, growing to be…
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The Multifaceted Role of Elephant Tusks: Tools, Weapons, and Cultural Symbols
From their floppy ears to their giant trunks and massive size, there’s a lot that stands out about the elephant.…
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Why Elephants Have the Longest Pregnancies on Earth
Elephants are among the smartest, largest animals on the planet. With all that size and brain power, it should come…
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How Heavy Poaching Has Led to Tuskless Elephants
Tusks are one of the most notable features of elephants, among their size and trunks. However, some elephants do not…
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Why a Life-Saving Cow Valve Led This Founder to Build an Animal Sanctuary
The bond between humans and animals often transcends logic, weaving together profound bonding moments that science simply cannot explain. From…
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How Sea Otters are Being Used to Combat an Invasive Crab Issue and Other Animal News
Sea Otters Solve Invasive Green Crab Problem in California Invasive European green crabs have plagued the West Coast for years,…
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The Complex Causes Behind Horse Pawing
Horses may not be able to speak but they are excellent communicators. Without saying a word they can show you…
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How Cryptobiosis Makes Tardigrades Almost Indestructible
Living organisms need an energy source, water, and a reasonably stable environment in order to survive. Most lifeforms are very particular…
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Tahlequah Birthed a Rainbow Baby and Other Animal News
Famous Killer Whale Births Another Calf Famous orca Tahlequah just gave birth to her second calf within the last four…
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Hummingbird Feeder Hacks and More Reader Feedback
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Education
Feathers, Flippers and Fledglings: A Free 5-Day Lesson Plan on Emperor Penguins
The majestic Emperor Penguin is most renowned for being the largest penguin species in the glacial habitat of Antarctica, widely…
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How the Venus Flytrap Sea Anemone Uses Its Tentacles to Capture Prey
There are thousands of different species of sea anemones in the ocean with some living as far deep as 32,000…
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Controversy Erupts Over Scottish Travel Agency’s Reindeer Hunting Trips for Christmas
Owner Sentenced After Giving Pet Dog Fentanyl and Killing It Jonathan Paluzzi of Massachusetts and owner of a bull-terrier mix…
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Understanding the Beautiful Yet Strategic Art of Peacock Courtship
Finding a mate is a priority for any creature that relies on sexual reproduction to produce offspring. The next step…
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This Menacing Insect Has Been Eliminated from U.S. Soil
Illegally Owned Spider Monkey Escapes Owner and Loiters Around Texas Neighborhood A spider monkey was caught running around a San…
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Meet the People Who Have Removed 83,000 Snares from Wildlife Habitats
Life is all about establishing relationships, and that holds true for wildlife conservation, too. There are a lot of animal…
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8 Pet Carriers for Escape Artists, Long Flights, and Road Trips
Whether by plane, train, or automobile, traveling with a pet can be daunting, requiring extra planning and lots of luck.…
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The Foul Flirting Method of Male Ring-Tailed Lemurs
Although there are more than 100 species of lemurs, the ring-tailed lemur is arguably the most well-known thanks to King…
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The Strange Defense Mechanism of the Sea Cucumber
The defense mechanisms animals use to evade or fight off predators can be both bizarre and fascinating. Some use camouflage…
Education
Tune Into the Hisses of Madagascar’s Iconic Insect
Madagascar hissing cockroaches are some of the largest cockroaches in the world, often reaching up to 4 inches long! And…
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The Primate on the Brink of Extinction
According to the International Union for the Conservation of Nature, the Sumatran orangutan is on the critically endangered list. This…
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America’s Favorite Pet Can Win $10,000
License Plate Purchases in Australia Donate $50k to Koala Conservation Since their introduction, South Australian license plates have raised over…
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Another Marine-Based Attraction to Close for Good — and More Animal News
Police Officer Hits and Kills Mountain Lion with Car, Poses for Picture with Corpse Afterward A police officer is being…
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Understanding the Rare Phenomenon of Prostitution in Adélie Penguin Colonies
Many animals engage in elaborate mating rituals. For flight-ready birds, these often involve complex dance moves and peacock-like displays of…
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Roach Clarification, Problematic Plants and More Reader Feedback
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Why Dogs Chase Their Tails
Dogs are some of our oldest living companions, but they are not without their quirks. Be it funny faces, contortionist-like…