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Hunting vs. Poaching: How They Differ and Why it Matters
While hunting and poaching may seem extremely similar, especially to those who don’t do either, there are vast differences between…
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Why Were More Than 70 Vultures Found Dead on a School Campus in Ohio?
In early December 2025, faculty and staff at St. Bernadette School in Pierce Township, Ohio, returned from the Thanksgiving holiday…
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What Brings This Invasive Crab Species to Oregon?
When a nondescript, brownish crab was hand-caught in the Willamette River in November 2025, it raised the alarm at the…
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The Octopus That Got a Second Lease on Life
It is not every day that you watch a small act of care change the course of a sea creature’s…
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Inside the World’s First Seaside Whale Sanctuary in Nova Scotia
For decades, the debate over keeping whales in captivity has churned like a restless tide. Does that comparison sound cliché?…
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The Race to Understand Why the Fisher Population Is Declining
I grew up in rural Maine. When my sister and I were little, we were very concerned at the end…
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Why Some Birds Get Drunk on Berries—and What You Can Do to Help
Imagine stepping out into your garden on a sunny spring morning, only to spot a little songbird stumbling through the…
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From Prison Time to Firework Bans, How Europe Is Protecting Pets
Pet owners argue their animals are family. Social media might frame “furbabies” as a trend, but it’s the truth. When…
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Considering a Puppy for a Christmas Present? Read This First
The other night I re-watched the movie The Santa Clause starring Tim Allen. It’s an oldie, but still a goodie.…
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Meet Rio, the First Giant Panda Ever Born in Indonesia
When giant pandas are first born, they don’t look much like their parents. Instead of the distinct black and white…
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Animals That Give Birth Standing Up — and Why Lying Down Would Be Dangerous
When it comes to animals giving birth, it’s understandable if we immediately assume that they give birth lying down in…
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These Alligators Are the Largest Ever Recorded
Alligators have become a common sight in freshwater lakes, ponds, rivers and swamps in the southern U.S. These menacing reptiles…
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Gold Mining Puts the World’s Rarest Orangutan at Risk
In a small swath of tropical rainforest in northern Sumatra, a corporation’s quest for a rare mineral endangers a rare…
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The Claw That Can Open a Car Door: Bear’s Incredible Grip Strength
Bears are at least 2.5 to 5 times stronger than the average human. While a bear’s full strength is realized…
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Is This a Cat or a Bear?
Is it a cat? Is it a bear? Actually, it’s neither. There is an animal roaming Southeast Asia that seems…
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How Slugs Breathe Without Lungs (and Why There’s a Hole in Their Side)
The process of oxygenating a body differs among many animal species. Mammals have lungs that expand and contract for proper…
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I Used to Be Afraid of Bats — Until an Expert Explained How Much We Depend on Them
Every summer growing up, my brother and I would spend weeks in West Virginia with my grandmother. I learned how…
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Maryland Zoo Welcomes Eight New African Penguin Chicks
The Maryland Zoo just announced its most recent arrival: eight African penguin chicks hatched and are ready to greet the…
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Why Hunting Still Matters for Wildlife Conservation in the U.S.
Unregulated hunting in the 1800s led to the decline of many North American species, in particular bison, passenger pigeons, and…
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Why You Should Let Your Dog Stop and Sniff on Your Walks
While some dogs make fantastic jogging partners, others are far less speedy when on a walk. In fact, many dogs…
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The Best Way to Give Your Dog a Bath Indoors
Dogs are a human’s best friend, but they can also be one of our stinkiest best friends. They tend to…
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Gustave: The 20-Foot Croc Who Escaped Every Trap and Disappeared
The Nile crocodile is one of the most fearsome predators in the world, sitting at the top of the food…
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Record-Setting Yellowfin Tuna Snagged in California Waters
California’s coastal waters are home to plenty of impressive marine life, including the angler favorite: yellowfin tuna. Every so often,…
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How to Clean a Fish Tank Without Killing Beneficial Bacteria
The idea of giving a fish tank a proper cleaning always seems like a lot of work, but it doesn’t…
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The Polar Bear Photo That Shocked the World—and What It Really Means
Seeing any living thing suffer is one of the hardest things to watch. Feeling empathy for an animal in pain…
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Alligator vs Crocodile: Key Differences and Who Would Win in a Fight
Alligators and crocodiles differ in some key ways, from their scales to teeth to snout shape and beyond. Watch the…
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From Near Extinction to City Sightings: Otters Are Thriving in the UK
A 2023 world-leading study painted a bleak picture for the outlook for wildlife in the UK. The State of Nature…
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How Wolves Changed Yellowstone in Unexpected Ways
For much of the 20th century, some of North America’s most iconic predators were pushed to the brink of extinction.…
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Can Animals Really Get Drunk?
In an incident that captured social-media attention around the world, a wild raccoon in Ashland, Virginia, found itself in a…
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The Cheetah’s Genetic Curse: How Ancient Inbreeding Still Haunts the Fastest Cat on Earth
The slim, athletic, and super-fast big cat that races across grasslands at speeds of over 60 mph is carrying a…
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Why the Dinosaur Store in Cocoa Beach Is a Must-Visit Florida Attraction
If you’re headed to Florida, whether driving, flying, or sailing, and you’re looking to weave in a memorable stop—a blend…
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Bettongs vs. Tough Nuts: How This Tiny Marsupial Cracks What Bigger Animals Can’t
If the word “bettong” doesn’t ring a bell, don’t worry — you’re among the vast majority. These rabbit-sized, truffle-sniffing, soil-churning,…
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What Happens When Species Restoration Is Too Successful?
Moose in Colorado were once a rare sight, but that is no longer the case. Decades of reintroduction in this…
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Why Search and Rescue Dogs Need Rewards, Not Heroic Motivation
A viral Instagram post has sparked a new debate despite it containing information from the devastating 9/11 attacks: Do search…
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Why Cat Bites Are Often More Dangerous Than Dog Bites
I have three cats, and one of our favorite games is Belly Blitz. This is where I flip them onto…
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The Largest Whale to Ever Swim the World’s Oceans
The blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus) is the largest cetacean on the planet. While some have claimed that there were dinosaurs…
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The Worst Shark Attack in Recorded Human History (100s of Victims)
Watch today’s video to discover the harrowing tale of the USS Indianapolis, a warship that sunk in the ocean, leaving…
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How to Trim Your Cat’s Nails at Home Without Getting Scratched
Trimming a cat’s nails can be, to put it politely, a nightmare. It can feel intimidating, especially if your cat…
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Crow vs. Raven: How to Tell the Difference
If you have ever spotted a large black bird and wondered, “Is that a crow or a raven?”, you’re not…
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I Thought Leaving Food Out Helped Wildlife But Here’s What Actually Happens
I share so much of my daily life with wild animals, given that I live along the edges of rural…
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Bed Bug Bites: The Telltale Signs You’re Being Bitten at Night
When I was a kid, my parents used to send me off to sleep with an adorable little rhyme: Good…
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Born Ready to Run: Animals Whose Babies Walk Minutes After Birth
When we think about newborn animals, it’s understandable that we might think of babies that are small and helpless, entirely…
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This Ancient Tradition Protects Cattle From Toxic Acorns
Some very old UK laws allow certain farmers to release their pigs into the New Forest to eat the acorns.…
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How Frogs Can Eat Northern Giant Hornets and Survive
Northern giant hornets, also known as murder hornets, incite fear in many. These venomous hornets can take out an entire…
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Meet the Deep Sea’s Newest Oddities, From Zombie Worms to Death Balls
The deep sea around Antarctica just got a whole lot weirder. Researchers exploring the area — one of the most…
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This Tiny Fish Uses a Dimmer Switch System to Blend Into Its Environment
If you’ve ever watched an animal seem to “melt” into its surroundings, you’ve seen background adaptation in action. An octopus…
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This Endangered Right Whale Swam 3000 Miles Across the Atlantic
One crisp afternoon in mid-November 2025, researchers aboard an aerial survey plane off the coast of Boston, Massachusetts, spotted what…
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Should You Be Afraid of House Centipedes?
It’s happened to most of us. You lift up a rock in your garden or an old carpet in your…
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Can You Spot The Difference Between Frog and Fish Eggs?
Although frogs and fish may appear similar from the water’s surface, they have many differences that make them easy to…
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How Hunting Seasons Are Actually Set (And Why They Change Each Year)
Every year, hunters are given new regulations and hunting season dates that have the potential to differ vastly from what…