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I Thought I Was Helping a Lost Fawn — Until a Wildlife Specialist Told Me the Truth
When I was younger, my brother and I went for a hike through the back woods in our neighborhood. At…
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Why Your Dog Keeps Itching and the Real Reasons Allergies Are So Hard to Fix
If you live with a dog, how often do you hear them itch, or a constant, aggravating lick-lick-lick of their…
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How Luna Moths Emerge From Their Cocoons
The transformation from a caterpillar to a moth is an amazing process. Although the changes that occur within a cocoon…
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Why Do Hamsters Eat Their Own Babies?
Hamsters are known as adorable little pets with cheeky faces and acrobatic habits that make us laugh. So, the idea…
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How to Prevent Dental Disease in Cats and Dogs
More than 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of dental disease by age three. Many cases of…
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The Cutest Animal Babies on Earth
We’ve curated an array of adorable baby animals for your viewing pleasure. Please enjoy the cutest creatures on the planet!…
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Powerful Animals Capable of Killing an Elephant
Elephants are the largest land mammals on earth with very few predators. These powerful animals can literally stomp threatening animals…
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Grey Squirrels Nearly Wipe Out the UK’s Red Squirrels
There are still red squirrels (Sciurus vulgaris) living in the UK, but only in very limited ranges. As this interesting…
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Is This Snake Judging You?
Ever felt like you were being judged? You will if you spend any time with a vine snake. They have…
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Beware of These Deadly Scorpions That Lurk Under Rocks
Scorpions are among the oldest predators on Earth. While most species pose little threat to humans, a handful are far…
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This Tiny Turtle Is in Danger. Here’s What We Know.
If you travel to the coastal city of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, you will see crowded beaches, resort towers, and noisy…
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The Maine Coon’s Winter Superpowers: How This Breed Is Built for the Cold
The Maine Coon is the undisputed king of winter. Its impressive size and luxurious fur coat make it clear that…
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Think All Tarantulas Are Deadly? Uruguay’s Calm Giants Break the Mold
There are at least a dozen tarantula species recorded in Uruguay. Researchers report that approximately 90% of the land area…
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Burrow or Burn: How Tarantulas Battle Extreme Climates for Survival in Europe and the Middle East
Tarantulas are ectothermic, which means they cannot regulate their own body temperatures. They require warmer temperatures for a stable metabolism.…
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Why Arthritis in Senior Dogs and Cats Is More Common Than You Think
Many of our cats and dogs are living long and happy lives thanks to the improved care and nutrition they…
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Proof That Kangaroos Grieve
A video of a large male kangaroo trying to revive his fatally wounded mate raced across social media and stirred…
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The Fascinating Transformation of the Regal Moth
One look at a regal moth and you might mistake it for a type of flower, like a marigold. It…
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Why Do Cats Have Whiskers?
Cats can be such elegant, elusive creatures that it makes you wonder where they get their cultivated sense of style,…
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The Unlikely Comeback of the European Tree Frog
Wetlands are one of the world’s most threatened habitats. Yet, around 40 percent of species rely on them in some…
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The Biggest Wolves on the Planet
The sight of a wolf in the wild would fill anyone with fear. These formidable predators hunt in packs and…
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How Orb Weaver Spiders Outsmart Predators with Web Decoys
There are more than 50,000 species of spiders in the world, of all different sizes. They live in a wide range…
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Are Raccoons Going to Become Domesticated? Early Signs Say Yes.
Whether you love or hate the trash pandas that raid your garbage, raccoons are a fact of life for many…
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Meet Sara, the Supersized Florida Manatee That Weighs More Than a Toyota Corolla
If you think you’ve seen a big manatee before, think again. Meet Sara, the heavyweight queen of Florida’s gentle giants.…
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The World’s Most Endangered Animals in 2025 — and What’s Being Done to Save Them
Growing up, I vividly remember reading through nature-related magazines, fascinated by the vast numbers of creatures inhabiting our planet. I…
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Why Are Brits Looking for the Ancient German Hairy Snail?
British conchologists (mollusc shell experts) and citizen scientists have teamed up to track a rare snail. The German hairy snail…
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The Hidden Superpowers of Mutts: Why Mixed-Breed Dogs Often Live Longer
For those who have a mixed-breed dog, it is time to celebrate! This is because National Mutt Day has arrived,…
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Do Mosquitoes Prefer a Certain Blood Type?
Ever wondered why mosquitoes seem to eat you alive while your companions don’t get a single bite? It’s not in…
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10 Fascinating Cheetah Adaptations You Never Knew They Had
Cheetahs are one of the most incredible creatures to walk the earth. Unfortunately, as a result of climate change, habitat…
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Why Wildlife Conservation Day Matters Now More Than Ever
Today’s headlines are filled with issues plaguing the planet. Whether it is climate change, permafrost melt, or even discussions about…
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This South American Bird Was Just Spotted in Delaware — and It’s Only Happened 6 Times Ever in North America
Birding is one of those hobbies that is easy to mock—until you turn thirty. Then, suddenly and perhaps against your…
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Do Owls Really Sneeze?
Have you ever seen an owl sneeze? The answer is likely no. Given the anatomical differences between birds and mammals,…
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The Surprisingly Maternal Nature of The Mint-Leg Centipede
There are many unique and amazing insects in the wild, like the extremely interesting mint-leg centipede. This two-toned centipede gets…
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American States with the Most Foxes
Foxes are among the most widespread and adaptable mammals in North America, surviving in a wide variety of habitats, from…
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Clams vs. Mussels: What’s the Difference?
They live in the water and sometimes make an appearance on your dinner plate. Meet clams and mussels, two of…
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I Can’t Get Enough of This Baby Seal’s First Swim
Few sights feel sweeter than a baby seal meeting water for the first time. In one widely shared Instagram reel,…
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Evening Grosbeaks Stage Dramatic Comeback After Decades of Decline
This stocky finch with a thick bill was once a common sight across the U.S. and Canada. Many backyard bird…
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Feral Cats Just Landed on New Zealand’s ‘Predator Free 2050’ List
People love to keep cats as pets; domestic cats are playful but relatively low-maintenance. Worldwide, over 350 million pet cats…
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One Easy Way to Stimulate Hatching
If all it took was stimulating an egg that has finished incubating, many reptiles would have a much easier time…
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Is Pet Insurance Worth It? Cost-Benefit Analysis by Breed and Age
As a pet parent to three pugs, I am all too familiar with the increasing cost of pet medical treatment.…
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Which Animals Could Beat a Great White Shark in a Fight?
Great White Sharks are fearsome apex predators that swim the seas eating just about anything they want. When considering which…
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Newly Found Death Ball Sponge Reveals a Hidden World of Deep-Sea Species
Most sea sponges are simple, yet ancient, animals that live in coral reef ecosystems. They feed by passively filtering ocean…
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12 Conservation Organizations Making a Real Impact Right Now
Now more than ever, wildlife conservation is crucial to the survival of the world’s species. Climate change, pollution, and human…
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What is the Difference Between a Coyote and a Fox?
While you may think that all wild canines are alike – it most certainly isn’t the case. Foxes are mostly…
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Incredible Creatures Dwelling in the World’s Oceans
The five oceans could easily be considered the last frontier on the planet. Crucial to the world’s ecosystems, approximately 80%…
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Why This Rare Seabird Could Be the Best Indicator of Glacier Health
In the remote glacial fjords of the Alaskan coast, one part-time resident is helping scientists better understand the relationship between…
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The Fascinating Way Stick Bugs Replace Their Exoskeleton
Insects are extremely fascinating creatures. Stick bugs are among the most interesting, given their amazing camouflage and appearance. Like other…
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Heritage Breed Pigs: Why Raising Rare Breeds Matters for Biodiversity
In the wake of World War II, the rise of industrial agriculture fundamentally changed the world of meat production. Large-scale…
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How Reptiles and Amphibians Prepare for the Coming Cold
As autumn descends and temperatures drop, North America’s amphibians and reptiles, also known as herpetofauna, scramble to make their final…
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The Fascinating Process of a Honeybee’s Sting
A bee sting is pretty straightforward, right? The bee jabs, the human victim (the stingee, if you will) shouts a…
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Animal Testing: Which Products Still Use Animals and What Are the Alternatives?
Testing products on animals became an industry standard in the cosmetic, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries nearly a century ago. Since…