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The Most Colorful Moths That Rival Butterflies
When we think of dazzling, brightly colored insects, butterflies immediately come to mind. But the spotlight too often misses the…
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How Spiders Help Keep the World in Tune With Nature’s Rhythm
Nature’s orchestra is composed of the strings that hold the earth together. Without some of the earth’s most valuable players,…
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The Reasons Why Hummingbirds Are Avoiding Your Yard
If you desire to attract delicate, energetic, gorgeous hummingbirds to your yard, don’t imagine that simply planting the right flowers…
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Mountain Lion Populations by U.S. State
Mountain lions are present in 34% of U.S. states. These elusive creatures are rarely seen, but they are present, so…
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New Spiny Frog Species Found Near the China–Vietnam Border
In a stream in a Chinese forest, a new species of frog is completely unaware of the excitement it has…
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Pirate Lizards Thrive with Three Legs, Surprising Scientists
Biologists have revealed that losing a limb does not have to be a life-ending experience for lizards. In fact, many…
Education
All About Hedgehogs: Free Unit Plan & Classroom Activities for Kids
Hedgehogs are small, brown mammals, most widely recognized for their unique spines, or quills, that provide an effective defense mechanism…
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New Species Discovered in Queensland, Including a Rare Giant Stick Insect
Two new frog species have recently been discovered on the small, boulder-studded Dauan Island off Queensland. The frogs have been…
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This Frog Species Has One of the Most Dedicated Dads in Nature
Researchers have identified a new species of poison-dart frog, Ranitomeya hwata, in the remote bamboo-forest of Alto Purus National Park…
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Is There Such a Thing as a Purebred Cat?
In the canine world, the term purebred is tossed around frequently, without anyone thinking twice about the verbiage. For felines,…
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These Dog Brothers Couldn’t Be Cuter — or More Different
These dog brothers may share the same human parents, but that’s where the similarities end. At the time of their…
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From Elk to Raptors: Animals of Grand Teton National Park
While maybe not quite as well-known as its famous neighbor Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park attracts several million visitors each…
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The Weirdest-Looking Moths on Earth
If you think all moths are dull, brown, and boring, think again. Moths come in all kinds of bizarre shapes…
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How Maine’s Wildlife Prepares for the Long Winter Ahead
As one of the northernmost states, Maine experiences some of the harshest winters in the country. Northern Maine sees temperatures…
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Discover Troodon formosus: The Smartest Dinosaur to Ever Walk the Earth
When most people think of dinosaurs, they picture ferocious giants — the towering Tyrannosaurus rex or the armored Triceratops —…
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How a Cold Snap Made a Python Lose its Lunch
In 2024, a Burmese python in South Florida puked an entire white-tailed deer. When temperatures dropped below 50 degrees Fahrenheit,…
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Learn Which U.S. Rivers Are Infested by Snakes
The United States is fortunate to contain numerous rivers teeming with life – including fish, amphibians, birds, mammals and reptiles.…
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Are We Truly Living Through a Sixth Mass Extinction?
The term “mass extinction” conjures up apocalyptic images of the world coming to an end, but a massive event like…
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The Largest King Cobra on Record (Dating Back to WWII)
When people imagine the king cobra, they usually think of its hooded neck, its upright stance, and its potential to…
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Why Some Chameleons Lay Eggs and Others Give Live Birth
A team of conservationists supported by the Conservation Leadership Program has discovered a previously unknown population of the critically endangered…
Animal Lists
10 Arboreal Animals That Spend Their Lives in Trees
While the majority of animals (humans included) roam the Earth, some of nature’s most fascinating creatures spend their lives in…
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How Dangerous Are Brown Recluse Spider Bites, Really?
Outside of perhaps great white sharks and rattlesnakes, few creatures in the United States inspire as much fear as the…
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Your Complete Guide to Sea Turtles
Sea turtles have been around for millions of years. They are a hardy species that not only survived but thrived…
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These are All of the Fish & Freshwater Creatures You’ll Find in the Tennessee River
Flowing nearly 650 miles through Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, and Kentucky, the Tennessee River is one of the most important waterways…
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These Jumping Spiders Are Built Like Miniature Catapults
Even if you’re scared of spiders, you may find the little jumping spider cute. With its oversized eyes and inquisitive…
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Meet the Fish and Freshwater Animals of the Savannah River
The Savannah River stretches 301 miles along the border of South Carolina and Georgia. It begins at Lake Hartwell in…
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The Fish That Make the Snake River One of America’s Great Waterways
The Snake River originates in Yellow Stone National Park, flowing across Idaho, up the Idaho/Oregon border (a stretch that includes…
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Exploring the Freshwater Fish and Wildlife of the Cumberland River
The Cumberland River stretches 688 miles from its headwaters in southern Kentucky, through Tennessee, to its confluence with the Ohio…
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6 Bioluminescent Bugs That Light Up
Everyone loves fireflies, the famous light-emitting insects that flit through gardens on summer evenings! They form the Lampyridae family and…
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The Most Common Health Challenges with Pet Cats and How to Manage Them
Cats are notorious for hiding when they are in pain and not feeling well. And like all animals, they face…
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Bear Hunting in NC? Here’s When the 2025 Season Opens
If you’re planning a black bear hunt in North Carolina in 2025, timing is everything and you need to ensure…
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What’s Swimming in the Arkansas River? A Look at Its Freshwater Life
The Mississippi River is massive, but one of its major tributaries, the Arkansas River, is no less lengthy. Running 1,469…
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Real-Life Lassie Leads Police to Her Elderly Owner Who’s Fallen and Can’t Get Up
There is no animal on earth quite as loyal to humans as dogs. Whereas cats will give you the cold…
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Why Catalina Island Plans to Eliminate Its Mule Deer Population
Catalina Island, just an hour by ferry from Los Angeles, has long been known for its rugged hills, rare wildlife,…
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Can a Tarantula Bite Kill You?
Tarantulas are massive, hairy spiders that thrive in warm climates. While they might look terrifying, they usually shy away from…
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What to Do If You’re Stung by a Caterpillar
Caterpillar stings are more common than you probably think! The scientific name for this experience is caterpillar envenomation, and it…
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Dive Into the Wild World of America’s National Marine Sanctuaries
From the sunlit shallows around Hawai‘i to the chilly depths of the Great Lakes, the United States protects some of…
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Why Declawing Cats Is Now Banned in California
Veterinarians are now banned from declawing cats in California except in cases where it is medically necessary. This October, Gov.…
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A Wildlife Guide to Grand Canyon National Park
In 2024, Grand Canyon National Park saw nearly 5 million visitors, making it the third-most visited national park in the…
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Why the Largest Sea Turtle Is Among the Most Threatened
The leatherback sea turtle (Dermochelys coriacea) is the largest living sea turtle in the world — and also one of…
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Is This Nurse Shark Dressed for Halloween?
If you’ve ever seen a shark, either in person or through media, you’ve probably noticed that they share similar coloring:…
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Clever Carrion Crows Prove They Can Learn to Use Tools
These birds may not have evolved to use tools in the wild, but carrion crows, a member of the crow…
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Every Fish and Freshwater Animal Living in the Ohio River Today
The Ohio River is 981 miles long and flows from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to its mouth on the Mississippi River in…
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Meet the Animals in the Remote Gates of the Arctic National Park
The world’s most remote national park sits on 13,238 square miles of remote, practically unreachable land. It has no roads or trails,…
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The Best Animals for Pet Ownership
We humans love our pets, and we can get pretty creative in what animals we will allow into our lives…
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The 10 Largest Animals in North America
Due to its vast size — stretching from Canada and Greenland in the north, to Mexico in the south —…
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Why the Muskrat Is Being Hailed as a Hero
The common muskrat may be an important ally in our fight against an invasive plant species. In a study published…
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The Complete List of Tarantula Species
Tarantulas belong to the spider family Theraphosidae. According to the World Spider Catalog, there are 1,192 recognized tarantula species in…
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What the Naked Mole Rat Tells Us About Longevity
The naked mole rat is unlikely to win any awards when it comes to looks, but it may hold the…
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Your Guide to Vermont’s 2025 Bear Hunting Season
No matter what type of hunter you are, bear hunting remains a popular activity across the United States in the…