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This Spider Launches at 130 G’s (Humans Black Out at 9)
Some predators chase. Others ambush. And then there are the ones that shoot. Across the animal kingdom, a surprising number…
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The Roadside Bear Photo Everyone Loves Hides a Harder Truth
A black bear nursing four cubs on the shoulder of Town Mountain Road in Asheville, North Carolina, is adorable at…
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The Most Nature-Depleted Country on Earth Is Rewilding Its Seas with Oysters
The UK is waking up to the urgent need to restore its native oyster reefs. A new project is planned…
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How Forest Pests Are Exploiting a Warming Climate and Devastating Millions of Acres
Climate change is already reshaping the landscapes we know and love. Within the next century, the Antarctic could lose most…
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How a Blind Larva Uses Physics to Build Nature’s Perfect Trap
Antlion larvae may not look like much, but they are easily some of the best engineers in the animal kingdom.…
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These Sharks Thrive in Alaska’s Icy Waters
When we think of Alaska, we typically think of grizzly bears, moose, and harsh tundras—not sharks. However, the icy waters…
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The Bold Ravens That Call the Dead Sea Home
The dry, semi-arid landscape surrounding the Dead Sea is a harsh environment. Few birds remain here long-term, and those that…
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Aphids Give Birth to Clones Already Pregnant with the Next Generation
Unless you carefully inspect the leaves of a plant in your garden, you might not ever see the tiny little…
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Sperm Whales Have an Alphabet. AI Is Learning to Read It.
Compared to other marine animals, whales have been understudied. Spending their lives in the open ocean, sometimes in very remote…
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The Science Behind How Anteaters Feed
Anteaters earned their name for a pretty obvious reason: their ant diet. Long specialized tongues enable them to grab multiple…
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Lions, Cheetahs, and the 3-Pound Cat That Outperforms Them
Cats are among the most efficient predators in the animal kingdom, shaped by millions of years of evolution to hunt…
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The Incredible Speed of a Milkweed-Eating Caterpillar
Nature is full of interesting relationships between animals and plants. Insects rely heavily on different plants for food and shelter,…
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The Rice-Eating Creature in Your Pantry
The online debate of whether you should wash your rice or not has persisted for a while, but after watching…
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Meet Some of the Smartest Animals on the Planet
Understanding intelligence in the animal kingdom isn’t as simple as ranking species from most intelligent to least. There’s no universal…
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6 Everyday Foods That Could Be Shortening Your Dog’s Life
Dogs are a part of the family, and many owners let them enjoy some human food from time to time.…
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The Real Difference Between Common Animal Names and Scientific Names
Every known animal has both a common name and a scientific name. While common names are used in everyday situations,…
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A Bear Charged a Hiker on a California Trail. The Real Lesson Isn’t ‘Be Louder’
A short video from Mount Wilson in California shows the kind of wildlife encounter that makes your stomach drop: a…
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How an African Bullfrog Exhausted a Deadly Boomslang While Barely Moving
In this video, we see a boomslang snake trying to eat an African bullfrog in South Africa. Boomslang snakes (Dispholidus…
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Long Island Firefighters Free Osprey Tangled in Fishing Wire
It’s no surprise just how dangerous human technology can be for animals in the wild, with plastic pollution being a…
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The Remarkable Growth Rate of Baby Harp Seals
In the frozen, windswept reaches of the North Atlantic, life begins in one of the harshest environments on Earth. Here,…
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Why This Neon Katydid Isn’t the Mistake We Once Thought
While you’d likely expect katydids to be leafy-green, seamlessly blending into their natural environment, some of these insects turn a…
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The Parasite That’s Getting Dangerously Close to the US
A fly capable of laying hundreds of eggs inside living flesh is heading our way. Known as the New World…
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Ghana Makes History by Launching the Country’s First Marine Protected Area
Ghana has recently achieved a historic milestone; the African country has created its first-ever marine protected area, a region of…
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How Nature’s Most Polite Bees Say “Excuse Me”
No creature fascinates and delights the human mind quite like the honeybee, and not just because of the tasty honey…
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Where to Go Birdwatching in Arizona This Summer for Hummingbirds and More
While many avoid Arizona in the summertime due to excessive temperatures, dedicated birders know that this sweltering season one of…
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Kenya Ant Smuggling Case Exposes Wildlife Trafficking’s Tiny New Targets
The exotic pet market is a lucrative business. If a smuggler is successful, they could make hundreds, if not thousands,…
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The Birds with Built-in Weapons in Their Wings
Horned screamers, the official bird of the Department of Arauca and the Municipality of Arauca in Colombia, could be mistaken…
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How Losing Their Shells Helped Squid Outlive the Dinosaurs
Most people have encountered squid through their local seafood menu or field trip to an aquarium. Unlike octopuses, which are…
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The Northernmost Rhino Ever Found Lived 621 Miles Above the Arctic Circle
For decades, a collection of fossil fragments sat forgotten in museum drawers — a paleontological “cold case” waiting for modern…
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This Python Vomited Up a Fully Intact Bird in One Cringey Move
When it comes to food consumption, snakes skip the whole chewing bit and swallow their meals whole. But sometimes their…
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The Free Tool That Lets You Track Hummingbird Migration Live
With the arrival of spring comes the potential for multiple glittering hummingbirds to grace your yard. In fact, their appearance…
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Gray Wolves Reach Washington’s Highest Population Since 2008
The gray wolf population in Washington has experienced positive growth since breeding pairs returned to the state in 2008. That…
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Elephants Don’t Just Remember Faces, They May Have “Names” for Each Other
For years, elephants have been described as having amazing memories and that they never forget. However, the more interesting truth…
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The Amazon Bird That Digests Like a Cow (and Smells Like One Too)
Birds are a varied group of creatures, but most have similar anatomy, diet, and odor. The exception is the Hoatzin…
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This Overlooked Detail Outside Forests Could Be the Key to Saving Bird Species
Forests are some of the most common places to find birds, and they are typically home to many different species. When…
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Watch This Baby Elephant Take Its First Steps
There are few things more heart-melting than watching a baby elephant take its first steps as it wobbles its way…
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These Zoo-Funded Projects Are Quietly Saving Some of the World’s Most Vulnerable Animals
Since 2008, Zoo Atlanta has been able to award grants to conservation-focused organizations around the world thanks to the Mabel…
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The Snake That Lays Up to 80 Eggs and Shivers to Warm Them
Nothing is more heartwarming than watching new life come into the world. Watching animals navigate the start of their lives…
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How Birds and Foxes Are Helping Scientists Detect Antibiotic Resistance Before It Spreads
A study recently published in the journal Frontiers in Microbiology may be changing the way we detect antibiotic resistance. The research…
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How Did Meatball the Opossum End Up Here?
Some animals, like birds or butterflies, make long migrations, often traveling hundreds of miles. While these are purposeful, sometimes there…
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Why These Gentle Giant Dogs Are Among the World’s Most Incredible Lifesavers
Dogs are man’s best friend, and for good reason! They are loyal and extremely lovable. Not only are dogs great…
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“Contender” the 1,600-Pound Great White Shark Was Pinged Off the Outer Banks
Contender, a massive great white shark tracked by OCEARCH, was recently detected off the Outer Banks in North Carolina via…
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You Won’t Believe How Many Rare Birds You Can See in New Mexico This Summer
Many don’t realize that New Mexico ranks among the four most bird-diverse locations in the United States, with more than…
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Are These Oceanic Athletes Really Facing Collapse from Overfishing?
World Tuna Day on May 2 highlights a group of fish that supports diets, jobs, and entire coastal economies. Tuna…
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A Stunning New Glass Frog Was Just Discovered in Remote Ecuador
Glassfrogs are tree-dwelling amphibians that can be found throughout Central and South America. There are actually about 167 different species.…
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Does This Hippo Catch the Boater?
Hippopotamuses (Hippopotamus amphibius) should not be underestimated. After all, these massive land mammals can weigh between 1.7 and 2.2 tons!…
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The ‘Teacup Pig’ Myth That Fills a 680-Animal Sanctuary
Anyone who visits Ironwood Pig Sanctuary just outside Tucson, Arizona, notices something right away—there are a lot of pigs. Sanctuary…
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The First Mammal Ancestor Egg Was Hidden in Plain Sight for 18 Years
Curious minds have asked the same question for centuries: Did mammals hatch from eggs? It might sound ludicrous given what…
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This Giant Squirrel Glides Through Trees Like Something Out of a Fantasy World
Many people are familiar with flying squirrels and red pandas, but imagine an animal that looks like a combination of…
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Watch a Massive Whale Shark Turn Directly Toward a Scuba Diver
All around the world, people can come face to face with amazing animals. However, being able to say that you…