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Are Chimps Getting Drunk?
Could monkeys become our new favorite drinking buddies? As a rule of thumb, alcohol is not recommended for animals as…
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The Truth About Widespread Animal Myths
Myths and misconceptions about animals no doubt go back as far as language itself, but they’re as recent as today’s…
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Animals That Live Longer Than Most Countries Have Existed
There are animals alive today that have quietly witnessed the rise and fall of nations, surviving centuries longer than most…
Insect Facts
Red Wasps in Texas: Identification & Where They’re Found
Texas is among the hottest states in America. And where there’s heat, there’s insects. Wasps are no exception. If you’ve…
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The Animal Life of Channel Islands National Park: A Complete Guide
Located less than two dozen miles outside of Ventura, California, Channel Islands National Park is one of the most unique…
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Tiny Homes for the Bushy-Tailed: The Rise of Squirrel Boxes
For many years, squirrels have been viewed as a nuisance. They scavenge gardens, steal seeds from bird feeders, and sometimes…
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We Want to Put This Tiny Antelope in Our Pocket and Take It Home
This is not a drill! We’ve just found the world’s cutest animal, and it’s small enough to fit in a…
Insect Facts
Toxic or Totally Harmless? The Truth About Orange Ladybugs
Ladybugs are unquestionably one of the world’s most fascinating insects. They come in different colors and are generally friendly and docile. But have you…
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Meet the Creatures of Palmetto Island State Park (Louisiana)
Palmetto Island State Park, nestled along the Vermilion River, offers visitors a chance to explore one of south Louisiana’s wildest…
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Everything You Need to Know About the Animals of Congaree National Park
Congaree National Park was once one of the least-visited parks on the East Coast. It saw a record-breaking year in…
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Dingo vs Coyote: 4 Key Differences Explained
Dingoes vs coyotes are both medium-sized canines that are highly adaptable and live in a variety of different habitats. They…
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How Leeches Use Incredible Senses to Hunt and Feed
With their infamous bloodsucking reputation, leeches inspire both fear and fascination. But how do they actually find and attach to…
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Do Tigers Mourn? This Evidence Suggest So
Grief is a strange thing. It hits us when we least expect it, and when it does, it manifests in…
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Powerful Bushshrike Takes on a Deadly Boomslang Snake
A surprising video comes to us from the YouTube channel, Latest Sightings. In the video, a bird is seen attacking…
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Why Some Animals Can Regrow Limbs — But We Can’t
When humans lose a limb due to an injury, there are lifelong lifestyle changes that are necessary to accommodate the…
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Why Fall Is Prime Time for Spider Love
While you might assume spiders are invading your home during autumn, many are simply out searching for mates. Fall is…
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The 10 Most Powerful Animals on Earth
Survival of the fittest is how many of Earth’s animal species have endured. Today’s video from A-Z-Animals takes a closer…
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Meet Cryolophosaurus: The Feathered King of the Jurassic
Step into the Early Jurassic and meet the Cryolophosaurus, a 21-foot feathered predator that combined T-rex-like features with a distinctive…
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New Marsupial Species Discovered in Peru
What started out as a search for mysterious and unnamed species of squirrel led scientists to an even more exciting…
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7 Easy Ways to Support Local Farmers This National Farmers Day
National Farmers Day, celebrated annually on October 12, is a day dedicated to honoring the hard work and dedication of…
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The Unsung Heroes of Africa’s Great Migration
The annual migration of around 1.2 million wildebeests and 200,000 zebras (with some Grant’s gazelle and Thompson’s gazelle thrown into…
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Discover the Diverse Wildlife of South Carolina’s Hunting Island State Park
Hunting Island State Park is a 5,000-acre secluded barrier island in Beaufort, South Carolina. The entire island has been designated…
Cat Facts
Nature’s Drama: Why Cat Mating Is So Noisy
Cats are fascinating creatures that we can’t help but love, even when their behavior leaves us puzzled. During mating season,…
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Every Animal Species That Lives in Death Valley National Park
There aren’t many places on Earth like Death Valley National Park. Located in the barren, inhospitable zone of land that…
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Why 30 Beluga Whales’ Lives Are On the Line
The lives of 30 beluga whales — the last captive cetaceans in Canada — are in jeopardy this week. Housed…
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This Rare Bird Isn’t Extinct After All
It is always upsetting to hear that a species has become extinct, so imagine the joy when the opposite happens!…
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Olfactory Offenders: 10 of the World’s Smelliest Animals
Is it scent glands, hormones, or just being dirty that causes some animals to smell downright repugnant? Take a deep…
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Ant Hill vs. Termite Mound: Which Insect Built It?
Humans aren’t the only ones with impressive architectural abilities. Both ants and termites have exceptional building skills, with each insect…
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Now in Her Final Days, Ghost the Octopus Deserves All the Love on World Octopus Day
Ghost, the giant Pacific octopus (Enteroctopus dofleini), has been stealing hearts since she arrived at the Aquarium of the Pacific…
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Rodney the Barn Owl’s Unbelievable Transformation
Barn owls resemble an alien species despite being one of the most common owls in the world. Despite their enormous…
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Meet the Baby Wombat Stealing the Internet’s Heart
Have you ever seen a baby wombat? These mammals are native to Australia, and in the United States, they are…
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The Dark World of Parrot Smuggling
When you check your bag at the airport, you expect it to travel alongside other people’s personal items like clothes…
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How to Spot the Difference: Elk Antlers vs. White-Tailed Deer
Around late winter, you might catch a glimpse of a bone peeking through the brush in the woods. Upon closer…
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Idiotic Tourists ‘Kidnap’ a Newborn Elk at Yellowstone National Park
It is no secret that tourists can sometimes behave very badly. There are endless stories of people in European museums…
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Every Animal You Can Spot in Acadia National Park
There aren’t many places in the United States like Acadia National Park. Located along the rugged, windswept mid-section coastline of…
Alligator Facts
Alligators in Lake Pontchartrain: How Many Are There Really?
While many people associate the American alligator (Alligator mississippiensis) with Florida, Louisiana has a far greater population of these large…
Raccoon Facts
How Intelligent Are Raccoons? Experts Explain Their Surprising Smarts
Raccoons (Procyon lotor) have intrigued scientists and the public alike with their remarkable intelligence and adaptability. Often found in urban…
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The Hero Cat That Called 911 to Save Owner
The intelligence of cats is often underrated, given that dogs appear to be the more trainable animals. However, cats are…
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Discover Animals in the Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park
Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is the perfect spot for anyone who enjoys the outdoors, whether you love…
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The World’s Deadliest Snail Can Kill a Human in Hours
It’s known as the geographer cone, the geography cone, or the geographic cone, and it’s the world’s most venomous of…
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How to Spot a Fake Service Animal
In 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shared data that suggests approximately 70 million people in the…
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Hiking in California? These Are the Animals You’ll Most Likely See
California’s vast trail network offers visitors and locals alike the chance to see plenty of wildlife. On any given day,…
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How This Once-Feared Marsupial Is Staging a Massive, Heart-Warming Comeback
If your first thought when you hear “Tasmanian devil” is a whirlwind cartoon character that spins into chaos, you’re not…
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Meet Sampson: A Horse of Biblical Proportions
There’s no denying that horses are inherently majestic creatures, renowned for their massive size. It could be surmised that one…
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The Most Aggressive Animals Toward Humans in the World
Discover 8 wild animals that rank among the most aggressive toward humans. When we say “aggressive,” we’re talking seriously violent,…
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Animal Behaviors That Scientists Still Can’t Explain
Some animals follow patterns that baffle even the sharpest researchers. Whales beach themselves in mass numbers. Goats topple over when…
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The Animals of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park in Michigan
Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park rests along Lake Superior in Michigan, protecting nearly 60,000 acres where wildlife thrives. Visitors come…
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This Baby Owl Has Our Hearts
Nothing is better for lifting your spirits than cute baby animals. One of the joys of scrolling through social media…
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Wildlife Watching in Arches National Park: Animals You’ll Encounter
Located in southeastern Utah, Arches National Park’s red-rock wonderland is unlike anything else on Earth. Famous for its jaw-dropping stone…
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Wasp Nest vs. Hornet Nest: How to Spot the Difference
At first glance, wasp and hornet nests look a lot alike. Both may hang from eaves, tree branches, or other…