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Why This Baby Monkey Finds Comfort in an Orangutan Plushie
Due to an unfortunate situation with a happy ending, Punch the baby macaque monkey has gone viral online. Punch is…
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The Bone-Breakers: Meet the Only Animal That Eats Skeletons for Breakfast
High above the tree line, where steep cliffs meet a clear blue sky, a unique bird circles patiently with a…
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Stunning Drone Footage Captures the Moment a Massive Whale Approaches an Unsuspecting Paddleboarder
When paddleboarding in the ocean, you never know what kind of animals you’ll encounter. But we’re guessing that getting a…
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Heavier Than a Feral Hog: The 113-Pound ‘River Monster’ That Put a South Carolina Lake on the Map
South Carolina is widely known for its great fishing opportunities. Anglers from all over the state and far beyond enjoy…
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Why Chimpanzees Are So Good at “Changing Their Minds”
A recent study performed on chimpanzees demonstrates that chimpanzees possess cognitive flexibility similar to that of humans. When circumstances or…
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Should We Try Harder To Make Wild Animals “Feel Good?”
When people talk about saving wildlife, they often focus on numbers. Conversations center on how many deer live in a…
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Speaking for the Voiceless: Inside the Global Movement for Animal Rights and Legal Protections
February 22-28, 2026 is National Justice for Animals Week. It’s an important time for people to reconsider how legal systems…
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A Wild Gray Wolf Just Entered Los Angeles County for the First Time in 100 Years
For thousands of years, wolves occupied a range of North American habitats stretching from Arctic tundra to deserts. Their numbers…
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Fossils Reveal Pig Ancestors with Unicorn-Style Features
Long before modern pigs rooted through forests and farmyards, their prehistoric relatives roamed ancient landscapes. And they looked far more…
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Discover The 16 Official State Animals Of South Carolina
From coastal plains and swamps to rolling hills and the Blue Ridge Mountains, South Carolina’s diverse geography supports a unique…
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This Italian Dog is Winning the Olympics
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When This Python Tried to Eat an Antelope, Things Took a ‘Sharp’ Turn
Wild predators must regularly hunt or forage to survive. While many animals graze or scavenge, large constrictor snakes rely on…
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High-Speed Navigation on a Frying Pan: The Ant That Outruns the Sun
Imagine sprinting barefoot across a searing hot parking lot in midsummer. The ground blazes. The light dazzles and blinds your…
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The “Calendar of the Wild”: Why Hunting Seasons Open When They Do
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1,700-Pound Bears Use Tiny Foot Bumps to Walk On Ice
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World Pangolin Day 2026: Why This ‘Walking Pinecone’ Is the Most Heavily Trafficked Animal on Earth
World Pangolin Day takes place on February 21, 2026, yet many people still struggle to identify a pangolin or explain…
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Why People Pay Thousands for Paintings Made by Animals
Art typically seems like a human activity, tied to culture, symbols, and personal expression. Yet a small group of animals…
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This Wasp Nest Built Against a Window Reveals the Hidden Architecture of a Working Colony
Even though most people back away quickly when they see a huge wasp’s nest, you can’t deny that these are…
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The Fingernail-Sized Invader Costing the U.S. $500 Million Every Single Year
When people think about invasive species, they often conjure images of large feral pigs or Burmese pythons in the Florida…
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Is Scorpion Venom the Most Expensive Venom on Earth?
There are some crazy claims out there about scorpion venom and its cost. Often called one of the most expensive…
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How the Endangered Red-Nosed Cuxiu ‘Hacks’ the Amazon’s Toughest Fruits
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Sergeant Stubby: World War I’s Most Famous Dog
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Why Your Favorite Viral ‘Croc vs. Eel’ Video Isn’t What It Seems
Crocodiles are apex predators in many freshwater ecosystems, but even they can encounter prey capable of fighting back. One such…
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Discover The 10 Official State Animals Of Maryland
From the wetlands of the Chesapeake Bay to the forests farther inland, Maryland hosts an array of birds, mammals, reptiles,…
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This Tortoise Esaped After Her Home Went Up in Flames
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Rare Bat Surprise: Unusual Species Turns Up in Colorado Backyard
When a resident of Wellington, Colorado, reported a stranded bat in their backyard, they did not realize just how unusual…
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Decoding the Flehmen Response: That Animal Sneer Doesn’t Mean What You Think
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This Tiny Mammal Literally Shrinks Its Own Brain to Survive Winter, and Scientists Finally Know How
Most mammals take one of two approaches to survive the winter: they either hibernate, slowing their bodies to a near…
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The Vulture’s Last Resort: Why Projectile Vomiting Is a Survival Strategy
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Millions Watch Wildlife Videos—So Why Aren’t More People Helping Save Animals?
If you’re the kind of person who reads A-Z-Animals, you’re likely the kind of person whose YouTube algorithm loads you…
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Inside the 120,000 Square Foot Learning Center Transforming a Utah Aquarium
On February 20, 2026, the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium in Draper, Utah, will debut its new Sam & Aline Skaggs…
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Watch a Rare Asiatic Lion Turn a Village Street Into a Hunting Ground
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The Stunning Discovery in a Thai Forest That’s Giving Conservationists New Hope
With news of animal populations threatened with extinction, becoming regionally extinct, or being eradicated from the planet entirely, those working…
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This Rat Broke Into ATM and Shredded Thousands in Cash
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An Apex Predator Comeback Is Creating a New Risk for These Penguins
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The “Death Ball” Sponge: Meet the Southern Ocean’s Carnivorous New Predator
It’s impossible to ignore a new discovery known affectionately as the death ball. And there’s a good reason to pay…
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Everything ‘Jurassic Park’ Got Wrong About This Famous Dome-Headed Dinosaur
The dome-headed dinosaur is easily one of the most standout-looking creatures of the Cretaceous period. The image of their hardy…
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The Truth Behind the Infamous Crocodile Attacks at Ramree Island
Ramree Island During World War II Ramree Island lies off Myanmar’s western coast in Rakhine State. In January and February…
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When an Eagle’s Nest Is Torn Down: What the Law and Wildlife Experts Say
Finding a balance between protecting nature and human infrastructure can lead to some difficult situations. This Instagram post by @pawsittivevibes…
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What Happens to Frozen Iguanas in Florida?
In the past few weeks, cold snaps have affected millions throughout the southern United States. These cold snaps greatly affect…
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Why This Rare “Bearcat” Leaves a Popcorn Scent in the Treetops
Imagine walking through a rainforest and catching the smell of buttered popcorn. You are nowhere near a snack stand, yet…
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These 9 New Butterfly Species Were Hiding in Plain Sight
In December of 2025, a Natural History Museum discovery write-up reported that researchers finally untangled a long-running identification problem involving…
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Tiny Pantry Bugs Could Be Hiding in Your Groceries Before You Even Get Home
Household pests can quickly go from being a mere nuisance to becoming an actual health and safety concern. In particular,…
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This Ghost Fox Was Thought Extinct Until a Camera Trap Changed Everything
One of the most elusive mammals in the southern Sierra is primed to share secrets about its species. A rare…
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Crufts Uncovered: The World’s Largest Dog Show and the Hidden Dangers of Extreme Breeding
Even if you’re not an ardent member of the scene, you probably heard about the Westminster Dog Show in the…
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The National Zoo Just Welcomed Its First Elephant Calf in 25 Years—and She Needs a Name
It’s not every day that an endangered species welcomes a new individual in the safety and security of one of…
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1,400 Mountain Lions in California Just Got a Second Chance
Mountain lions living in Central and Southern California have faced significant challenges over the last several decades. According to the…
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Nature’s Most Fascinating Reptile: 35 Cool Alligator Facts
Alligators are among the most fascinating and mysterious reptiles on Earth, a perfect combination of ancient lineage and surprisingly complex…
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Animals Mistakenly Thought to Have Short Attention Spans
Many animals are often labeled as scatterbrained or easily distracted based on quick movements, constant activity, or seemingly random shifts…