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The Evolution of Pill Bugs’ Rolling Defense—and When It Doesn’t Work
When pill bugs roll into a tiny ball, the act looks far simpler than it actually is. Known as conglobation,…
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4 Species of Giraffe Explained: How Scientists Rethought the Classification of Giraffa
For over 200 years, there has been just one species of giraffe, Giraffa camelopardalis. This unmistakable African animal is easily…
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The Unlikely Predatory Shrimp Battling West Nile Virus
Sometimes, creatures are so strange-looking that they compel us to do a double-take. This Instagram video shows active, trilobite-like creatures…
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Orchid Mantis: The Expensive Exotic Insect You Thought Was a Flower
A hefty price tag generally comes with the privilege of owning exotic pets. Many do not mind, however, as they…
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11 Percent Tax On Hunting Gear Keeps Wild Animals Alive
The North American Model of Conservation is what makes the U.S.’s wildlife protection one of the best in the world.…
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Wrapped in Slime: The Science Behind Parrotfish Mucus Cocoons
Take a look at the gorgeous parrotfish in a tropical ocean scene in this Instagram post. The vibrant fish shows…
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A Major Revision to the Story of Large Shark Evolution
As a shark tooth and fossil hunting enthusiast, I often have people ask me why I find fossils so fascinating.…
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Tiny but Mighty: How Monkeys Make Up for Their Size
If you lose your sight, you make up for it with other senses. If one arm is amputated, you learn…
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This T-Rex Look-a-like Had Primitive Feathers
It looks like a T-Rex and acts like a T-Rex, but it has feathers! Meet the Cryolophosaurus, the oldest known…
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One Pool, One Species: How the Devils Hole Pupfish Became Earth’s Most Local Animal
When endangered species reach low numbers, their survival can depend on whether or not they have new habitats to live…
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Peek Inside Frankfurt Airport’s Massive 43,000-Square-Foot Animal Lounge
Frankfurt Airport is one of the world’s busiest, and they have pulled out all the stops to make sure that…
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Radar Reveals the Sky as a ‘Living Habitat’ — What This Means for Birds and Wildlife
Look up at the sky—what do you see? During the day, it’s a vast expanse of blue with clouds drifting…
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From Science to Status Symbols: Why Antique Insect Collections Can Sell for $20,000
Antique insect collections became exceedingly popular in the 1800s and early 1900s. They were often built as working reference libraries,…
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More Than a Symbol: The Surprising Reason Utah Reintroduced Bison to the Great Salt Lake
Utah’s wide-open country, like much of the plains and the West, was bison range for millennia. It sustained not only…
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Can New Species Discoveries Outpace Extinction?
While the average person may believe we’re losing species faster than we can discover new ones, that may not be…
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Why Wolverines Might Be Making a Comeback in Colorado
Colorado is planning a return of the North American wolverine to the state’s highest, snowiest mountains. Through a recently released…
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When Cows Graze Too Much: Deadly Diseases Caused By Overeating
Cows are literally designed to eat for hours, which can actually get them in trouble. The rumen, or a cow’s…
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Discover the Many Differences Between Eagles and Hawks
Hawks and eagles are fierce birds of prey with extremely different hunting styles and prey preferences. Explore the many differences…
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Meet the Venomous Animals That Are as Deadly as They Are Intriguing
Venom is one of nature’s most effective (and fascinating) survival tools. Across the world, a wide range of animals have…
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The Ancient Turtle With a Shell the Size of a Car: Meet the Real-Life Monsters of the Prehistoric Seas
Turtles today are often slow-moving, modestly sized creatures, but their ancient relatives were quite different. Long before modern turtles evolved…
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Why Collectors Pay Big for Rare Leaf Insects
Have you ever heard of the iconic leaf insect? Worth hundreds—even thousands—of dollars, these fascinating bugs can camouflage and blend…
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Discover the Nine-Inch Giants and Star Wars Ewok Tarantulas That Inhabit Peru
Peru is located on the Pacific coast of South America, just south of the equator. It is considered one of…
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The Mother Who Refused to Let Go: What Tahlequah’s ‘Grief Swim’ Teaches Us About Animal Love
Have you ever wondered whether your dog or cat experiences feelings of joy and sadness? How about whether or not…
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Not Just 18 Species: Why Modern Science Just Expanded the Penguin Family Tree
The formally feathered, flightless aquatic birds known as penguins dominate the frigid waters surrounding the subantarctic and Antarctic islands. The…
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Wild Dog Pack Miscalculates Attack On Lone Lioness
This is a poignant scene that captures what are probably the final months of this magnificent lion’s life. We learn…
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Why Hedgehogs Curl Into a Living Pin Cushion and Why It Works So Well
This harrowing video shows a poor hedgehog that’s fallen into a swimming pool and is trying desperately to get out.…
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Not a Bug at All: Why Pill Bugs Are Actually Crustaceans
Most people first notice pill bugs while lifting a flowerpot or turning over a log, then watching small gray roly…
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Why the US Is Moving to End Animal Testing After Centuries of Use
To this day, animal testing remains one of the most controversial issues in animal rights. Activists have been fighting against…
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Meet the Takin, the Mountain Giant Most People Have Never Heard Of
The amazing thing about the animal kingdom is that there’s always something new to discover. Many animals have been around…
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Why Some Zoos Are Using Acupuncture to Treat Elephants
Quick Take When Acupuncture Meets Elephant Medicine Acupuncture is no longer confined to human clinics. In recent years, it has…
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From Toxic Plants to Feces: What Drives Mammals to Eat the Unthinkable?
Of all the mammals in the world, humans by far have the strangest diets. As omnivores, we have the most…
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From Feathered Dinosaurs to Tiny Bees, 10 New Species Scientists Discovered in 2025
Scientists at the American Museum of Natural History investigated old specimens that had been at the museum for decades and…
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Why Snakes Are Thriving in British Homes But Struggling in the Wild
Every summer, without fail, the British press carries alarming stories about snake sightings. On an island that only has one…
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13,000 Pound Dad Waits For His New Baby At The Zoo
Smithsonian’s National Zoo is all abuzz with excitement because first-time elephant mom Nhi Linh is pregnant. With a window for…
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Why Honey Badgers Aren’t Fearless—and Why That Makes Them So Tough
Anyone who’s ever spent any time online has probably seen the honey badger described as the world’s most fearless animal.…
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Discover the Animals That Hunt Rattlesnakes
Rattlesnakes are fierce predators that strike fear among animals and humans alike. Have you wondered if there are animals that…
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These Scary Creatures of the Deep Look Straight Out of Sci-Fi
It is extremely difficult to explore the deepest depths of the earth’s oceans, and the brave few who do have…
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Who Would Be Victorious in a Battle Between a Grizzly and a Silverback Gorilla?
In this corner, we have the mighty male silverback gorilla, a massive great ape with a powerful punch! His opponent…
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20 Minutes to Live: The Terrifying Truth About the Black Mamba and King Cobra
You would be hard-pressed to find two snakes that evoke more fear than the black mamba and the king cobra.…
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The Critical First Days That Decide Polar Bear Cub Survival
Regular folks who care about wildlife generally know that climate change is bad for polar bears, but they have only…
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$1M Flows From Deer Into Mississippi
The white-tailed deer became Mississippi’s official state land mammal in 1974, but its connection to the state reaches far beyond…
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The Pangolin’s Tongue: The Strangest Hunting Weapon in the Mammal World
Quick, imagine an animal tongue. What came into your mind? The flicking forked tongue of a snake? A cow licking…
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Triple The Weight Of A King Cobra: Meet Greece’s 57-Pound Viper
You probably know that the king cobra is the largest venomous snake known to humans, but what if this isn’t…
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73-Inch Black Racer Sets Record for Skinnier Snakes
Black racer snakes are known to be fast, with some reaching speeds of 8-10 mph, which is a pretty good…
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1,808-Pound Giant Makes Grizzly Bears Stop
Grizzly bears are one of the few apex predators. They’re at the top of the food chain and will attack…
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This Drone Footage Lets You Fly Beside a Red Kite as It Hunts Over the English Countryside
The striking gold/red plumage and characteristic forked tail of the red kite have always been a joy to behold from…
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Discover the Differences Between Coyotes and Foxes
Are foxes related to wolves like their coyote counterparts? What are the differences between coyotes and foxes other than size…
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Why Everyone Is Buzzing About “Insect Poop” Honey
In trendy boutiques across the Northeast United States, a mysterious, nearly black syrup known as Doom Bloom is flying off…
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What’s Behind the Sudden Rise in Shark Attacks Near Sydney?
News outlets around the world are reporting on a series of shark attacks along Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) coastline.…
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Think Cockroaches Are Gross? This Valentine’s Day Fundraiser Flips the Script
We all have an ex (or two) who felt more like a pest than an actual partner. You know the…