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The Chernobyl Miracle: How Mutant Wolves Developed a Biological Shield Against Cancer
When the Chernobyl nuclear disaster happened on April 26, 1986, the region became one of the most heavily contaminated areas…
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Explore Tomales Point Trail and Witness Rare Tule Elk In Action
For visitors to Point Reyes National Seashore in California, seeing a rare tule elk is one of the highlights of…
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This Sea Bird Drops Its Massive Catch Twice … Then Eats It Like a Noodle
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cala Collectives (@calacollectives) In the amazing Instagram post above, you get…
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Why These Killer Whales Helped Humans Hunt Other Whales
Ask anyone who’s had encounters with killer whales, and they will tell you just how smart they are. Orcas are…
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Wombat Gates: Rather Than Trying to Keep Them Out, Farmers are Now Letting Them In
If you’ve ever tried to keep something out with a fence, you know one determined animal can often thwart your…
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The Invisible Clues Animals Leave Behind Are Helping Save Entire Ecosystems
Have you ever heard of the term environmental DNA (eDNA)? This refers to DNA from animals that is found in…
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A 750-Pound Grizzly Needed Cancer Surgery — How Zoo Vets Pulled It Off
Veterinary practice is an extremely admirable profession, as it involves caring for precious animals. Thanks to the hard work of…
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The Fish That Stands Still and Waits for the Ocean to Deliver Its Dinner
In the deep ocean, where sunlight never reaches, and food drifts down like confetti, survival is less about speed and…
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Gray Whales Are Heading North: March Is Prime Time to Spot Them Off the U.S. West Coast
March is a blissful month, a month when gray whale watching can begin in earnest. The eastern North Pacific gray…
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Florida Once Had Only a Few Hundred Black Bears—Now One Region Is Booming
The Sunshine State is known for many things: sandy beaches, spring break, and snowbird populations that cause the state’s population…
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Beyond the Cage: Inside the 142-Acre Fortress Fighting the Exotic Pet Trade
Across the United States, exotic animals are being exploited. Some organizations call themselves sanctuaries, but actually profit from animals that…
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To a Dragonfly, You Might Be Moving in Slow Motion
As athletes become elite, you’ll often hear commentators say that “the game has slowed down for them.” Take football, for…
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Watch an Orca Deliver a Brutal Tail Slap That Flips a Stingray Instantly
Getting close to a stingray is risky, even for an accomplished predator such as an orca. They are not called…
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How the Great White Shark’s Teeth “Level Up” for Deadlier Hunts
Great white sharks have a reputation for being some of the most ferocious animals in the ocean, owing in part…
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Blue Blood and 27,000 Teeth: 10 Fascinating Facts About Slugs
Even for the most ardent nature fan, it is all too easy to overlook slugs. Not only are they small,…
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This Cloud-Like Rabbit Needs Haircuts Every Three Months
Have you ever seen something as unbelievably cute and fluffy as this rabbit? The Angora rabbit looks more like a…
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Why Animals in Cold Climates Are Bigger: The Science Behind Bergmann’s Rule
Have you ever wondered why moose in Alaska are larger than their southern relatives? Have you considered why many Arctic…
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Injured Ants Call for Help and Their Colony Comes Running
Humans are not the only animals to have a dedicated health care system. Some super-organized ant species not only recognize…
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The Animals with the Highest Testosterone Levels in the Wild
Testosterone is an androgen, a type of steroid hormone present in most vertebrate species. It helps regulate male characteristics, plays…
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Four-Legged Heroes: Honoring the Military Working Dogs Who Serve in Combat
On March 13, 1942, the United States launched the War Dog Program during World War II, later known as the…
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These Venomous Animals Can Kill in Minutes
What are the most venomous animals in the world? To answer the question, let’s first define “most venomous.” After all,…
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This Tiny Florida Deer Lives Nowhere Else on Earth
When you think of Florida Keys wildlife, you probably think of sea turtles, dolphins, manatees, or colorful coral fish. Maybe…
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This Giant Moth Lives Just 7 Days … and Collectors Pay Hundreds for Its Wings
The only guarantee in life is death. It comes for us all, one way or another, but some creatures seem…
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This Cheetah Hits the Brakes Inches from a Human (And the Science Explains Why)
Have you ever stepped out of your car, started walking toward your front door, and suddenly realized an animal was…
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13 Dangerous Animals Found in Alaska’s Lakes and Rivers
Dramatic landscapes and rich biodiversity characterize Alaska’s unique environment. Alaska is the only U.S. state with territory north of the…
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After Dark Adventures: A Nocturnal Animals Unit Plan for Kids
Nocturnal animals include a variety of species that are primarily active at night, utilizing their unique adaptations to hunt and…
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The Real-Life Wolverine: This Amphibian Weaponizes Its Own Skeleton
Art often imitates life. In Marvel Comics, Wolverine was named after a mammal known for its aggression. And while wolverines…
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Half of Amazon Insects May Struggle to Survive Rising Temperatures, Study Finds
The Amazon rainforest is often associated with jaguars, parrots, and towering trees. Yet the majority of animal life in this…
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The 7 Best Everglades Hikes for Guaranteed Alligator Sightings (Ranked by Safety and Density)
Despite a healthy alligator population thriving in the Everglades, a guaranteed sighting doesn’t actually exist. However, when water levels drop,…
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Australia’s “Black Summer” Killed or Displaced 3 Billion Animals—And Some Species May Never Fully Recover
The planet has seen a number of devastating fires in recent years. From California to Canada, Thailand, and Algeria, no…
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Apex Predator? Not Here. Watch Lions Retreat from a Rising Hippo
Having watched this clip, it’s hard to miss the caution lions show around hippopotamuses. Even though lions are often described…
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How Florida Towns Are Unintentionally Spreading Knight Anoles
Bright green lizards cling to tree trunks in neighborhoods across South Florida. These reptiles are Cuban knight anoles, large arboreal…
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Scientists Can Now Predict Where the World’s Deadliest Scorpions Are Most Likely to Strike
Across many warm regions of the world, scorpion stings are a serious health risk. A sting late at night can…
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This “Pizzly” Bear Is Real, and It’s Not Quite Polar or Grizzly
If we were to list some of the most common animals, we might think of sharks, foxes, or dolphins. However,…
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The World’s Deadliest Border Is Now a Secret Sanctuary and Biological Time Capsule
Established along the 38th parallel after World War II, the Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) forms a 155-mile barrier that splits…
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Hammerhead Worms: Genetically Primed for Massive Multiplication
We’ve all lifted a rock or flowerpot and found a long, slimy worm underneath. But have you ever done so…
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How Viking Merchants and a One-Toothed Whale Sold the World on the Unicorn
We all want to believe that magical creatures exist. When the world feels too heavy, fantasy offers a world where…
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Do Animals Cry Like Humans? These 3 Come Closest
Crying is one of the most recognizable human emotional signals. Tears appear when people experience grief, relief, joy, or deep…
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Secretary Birds: The African Savannah’s New Climate Early-Warning System
In the vast golden grasslands of sub-Saharan Africa, the secretary bird makes an unforgettable sight — long-legged, crested, and stalking…
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Fisherman Hooks Massive 84-Pound Catfish in Alabama
A particular photo making the rounds on This Is Alabama’s Instagram shows the kind of fish that can be caught…
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Flip, Shed, Grow: The Vulnerable Majesty of a Molting Tarantula
This video shows the complex yet fascinating molting of a tarantula. Specifically, it captures a Brachypelma boehmei. Also known as…
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Horns vs. Antlers: Why Evolution Chose the Annual Shed
Animals with antlers and horns have dominated the earth for centuries. These intimidating features are symbols of power, strength, and…
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The Bloody Renewal: Inside the “Catastrophic Molt” of the Elephant Seal
On a beach in San Francisco, a crowd gathers to watch an elephant seal as it writhes in the sand.…
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The Long-Standing Mystery of Tiger Shark Mating May Be Solved
According to research, scientists know quite a lot about sharks. For example, we know that an estimated 57 shark species…
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Elephant Riding Banned: A Win for Animal Welfare
Ethical tourism has been gaining traction for years. One of the attractions that has consistently made headlines for all the…
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Marine Animal or Kardashian? This Starfish’s Backside Is Turning Heads
With a large variety of starfish in the ocean, there are many unique appearances that can be surprising. One example…
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Giraffes, Take Notes: This Elephant’s Shortcut to a Leafy Feast Is Wild
Who needs to be tall when you are this strong? The elephant in this clip can’t quite reach the leaves…
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The Reproductive Secrets of Hissing Cockroaches
Insects are capable of reproducing in fascinating ways. Throughout the world, these diverse critters feature a wide range of anatomy,…
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The Hidden Wildlife Impact of Flea and Tick Treatments
All pet owners want their babies to be happy and safe. When it comes to nasty pests like fleas and…
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Most Dogs Bark at the Mailman. This Golden Retriever Acts Like He Found His Best Friend
When we talk about a dog and a mailman, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? Probably…