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When Will Hummingbirds Return to Texas This Year?
Hummingbirds are amazing creatures. Their wings are in constant motion when flying, allowing them to travel at a speed of…
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A Brave Kayaker Plays a ‘Game of Chicken’ With a Charging Pod of Killer Whales… And Wins!
What is it like kayaking where killer whales swim? If you paddle in the Puget Sound in Washington, you may…
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8 Animals Fierce Enough to Take Down a Lion
The lion may be considered the king of the jungle, but that doesn’t mean that this predator is invincible. Lions…
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The 8 Best Search And Rescue Dog Breeds
Search and rescue dogs are the heroes of the canine world. Sometimes called SAR for “search and rescue,” these brave,…
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The 9 Highest Jumping Animals in the World
Who are the Harold Miners of the animal kingdom? What are the highest-jumping animals in the world? According to researchers,…
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7 Animals With Amazing Camouflage
One of the more amazing facts about animals is how so many of them use camouflage to either hide from…
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A Close Encounter with the “Murderbird” Cassowary
Locals call the cassowary the “murderbird”, and seeing one might remind you of something that escaped from Jurassic Park. These…
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Why Do Lions Roar? Understanding Their Unique Communication and Social Dynamics
Did you know that sound can cause physical pain? It’s true — humans typically start to feel pain at around…
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This Rare, Miniature Mantis Looks Like a Ripped, Rotten Leaf
It might look like a dead leaf, but this tiny insect is very much alive. This video by @doctorbugz_official shows…
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This Frugivorous Omnivore Gets a Tasty Citrus Lick
Most of us are only familiar with the Geico Gecko, and you may even encounter the real ones where you…
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These Bees Fell Fast Asleep in Flowers (and We Think It’s the Cutest Thing Ever!)
Out of over 20,000 bee species worldwide, most of us are probably familiar with worker bees that live in hives…
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This Octopus Squeezed into a Mysterious Hole in the Beach. But Why?!
Forget about a hole in the bottom of the sea, this octopus has found a hole in the beach. All…
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Why Seals Are Often Misidentified: Understanding These Marine Mammals
Seals are mammals, as they possess all the required traits that make an animal a mammal. They are warm-blooded, they…
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How to Tell the Difference Between a Wolf and Coyote
Wolves and coyotes both hold special importance to legend and lore. Their presence symbolizes different elements like strength, wisdom, and…
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The Top 8 Heaviest Animals in the World
A heavy animal is generally a big animal, but some big animals aren’t as heavy as a person would suppose.…
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These 4 Smells Attract Mosquitoes
While many of us might seek to attract butterflies, bees, or pollinating beetles, we don’t want to attract mosquitoes. Unfortunately,…
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This Spider’s Dance is a Matter of Life and Death
The peacock jumping spider, also known as Maratus volans, has earned a reputation as the world’s cutest spider. This furry…
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Your Ohio Hummingbird Arrival Guide: When to Expect Their Return
The spring season brings a lot of beauty with the blooming trees, gorgeous sunsets, and nature thriving around every corner.…
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Why Butterflies Drink Turtle Tears (and Yes, Turtles Make Tears!)
Butterflies are more hardcore than you might think. While some animals drink the blood of their enemies, butterflies prefer to…
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He Was Bitten By a Snake. Here’s What He Should Have Done But Didn’t.
What would you do if you were bitten by an unknown snake in the middle of nowhere with no phone…
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Drones Reveal Surprising Shark Presence Near Humans Surfing and Swimming
The growing popularity of flying drones is showing us amazing aerial views of our oceans and has revealed something rather…
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Who Wins in the Mangrove Forest When Monkeys and Lizards Compete for Resources?
It’s a battle for resources in the mangrove forests of the Sundarbans in India. In this wild place, rhesus macaque…
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The Largest Grizzly Bear to Ever Roam Yellowstone
In this video, we will discuss what we know about the biggest grizzly bear that ever lived in Yellowstone. We…
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12 Dog Breeds That Kill Snakes
Some dogs are better snake hunters than others, but which breeds?
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This See-Through Frog is Literally Transparent
Camouflage takes many forms in the natural world. Some animals are born with skin or coats that blend in naturally…
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A New Study Reveals Why Bumblebee Queens are Suddenly Damaging Leaves
Because insects are generally small, humans tend to underestimate their intelligence. However, from their complex social structures to learning and…
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This Colorful Bird Executes an Immaculate Display of Courtship
We’re exploring the enchanting world of birds, focusing on their fascinating mating rituals. Some birds perform elaborate dances and sing melodious…
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The Tireless Work Continues to Save Florida’s Unofficial State Mascot
Manatees might just be Florida’s unofficial mascot — the lumbering, lovable sea cows are some of the state’s most iconic…
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These Exquisite Hummingbird Feeders are Available Now
From their tiny bodies, long slender beaks, and iridescent feathers to their ability to hover and fly backward, hummingbirds are…
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Think Cats Are the Only Animals That Purr? Think Again.
A purring cat is one of the most pleasing sounds in the animal kingdom. Typically, it means your kitty is…
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The 10 Most Harmless Animals In The World
Some animals are truly terrifying, and we have good reasons to keep a respectful distance from them. Nobody wants to…
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She’s an Animal Whisperer, and She Can Teach You to Be One Too
For some, talking to animals is the stuff of fairy tales, cartoons, or quirky movies starring Eddie Murphy. But for…
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What Leafcutter Bees Do With Their Perfectly Shaped Leaf Circles
Leafcutter bees have sharp jaws resembling serrated knives, yet they are surprisingly docile. These hard-working bees are known for slicing…
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These Ants Can Consume Up to 500,000 Prey Per Day
There’s safety, even power, in numbers. One creature’s confrontation with the world seems insurmountable, almost impossible, but an army of…
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The Extraordinary Way a Hummingbird Uses Its Tongue
Photographer Ryan Wilkes captured a hummingbird from a perspective that’s typically unseen. This slow-motion close-up of a hummingbird’s tongue displays…
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Here’s a Lesson in Kindness From the Insect World
It’s estimated that roughly 90% of the world’s plants depend on bees’ survival. Bees are the world’s most significant pollinators and…
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A Terrifyingly Close Encounter With a Massive Polar Bear
Polar bears are uniquely adapted to survive in one of the harshest environments on Earth. These majestic animals are beautiful,…
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Zombie Deer Disease Has Been Found at This National Park — Find Out if You Should Alter Your Travel Plans
Battling the undead in video games is exciting, but in real life, zombies are more heartbreaking than thrilling. At least,…
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The 8 Fastest Sharks Swimming in the Ocean Today
There are more than 500 species of sharks in the world today and they are some of the best-known predators…
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The Top 12 Tallest Dogs
Which dog breed is the tallest? With so many breeds out there, it’s difficult to say for sure which breeds…
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Meet the ‘Hero’ Cat That Called 911 to Help His Owner
Cats don’t get enough love. They’re often dubbed as independent, spiteful, and aloof—and while these characteristics are sometimes present, cats…
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This Owl May Swim Like Michael Phelps But We Doubt It’s Going to Take the Gold
If you look quickly, you might mistake this swimming owl for a seabird. In fact, owls are not natural in…
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This Bird’s Nest Weighs Less Than a Paper Clip
The only thing more incredible than how fast a hummingbird flaps its wings is how it builds its nest. These…
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Why Alaska’s Bears are Waking Up Mid-Hibernation
One of the great marvels of nature is how bears, the largest carnivore in North America, are able to hibernate…
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The Most Effective Ways to Get Rid of Skunks in Your Yard
If you have an attractive area near your yard, skunks may just decide to take up residence. Discover some of…
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One Rock Climber Defied All Odds and Hurled a Charging Bear Off a Mountain
Would you know what to do if you suddenly came face to face with an aggressive bear? What if you…
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Is This Futuristic Work the Answer to Animal Species Extinction?
Protecting animals against environmental changes, poachers, and other dangers is vital yet challenging work. And in recent years, things have…
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The Top 11 Dog Breeds That are the Easiest to Train
Some days your pup listens to you, then the next day they ignore you and it is easy to become…
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Learn the Riveting Physics Behind the “Cat-Righting” Reflex
Cats are renowned for always landing on their feet. While that’s not entirely true, “cat physics” sounds like an oxymoron.…
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These Baby Hummingbirds Get Their First Meal When They’re Newly Hatched & Still in the Shell
When we think of hummingbirds, speed is often the first thing that comes to mind. These fast-flying birds are practically…