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Baby Otter Gets Its First Swim Lesson
Baby otters are adorable and go viral online for their cuteness all the time! One of these videos from the…
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This Iguana’s Escape From a Tangle of Snakes Is Like A Hollywood Thriller
Iguanas and snakes have a natural predator-prey relationship. Snakes hunt for iguanas to eat, while iguanas have to do their…
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Here’s Why This Creature Is Called the Bicycle Lizard
The frilled lizard is most famous for the feature that gives it its name: its frills. However, this species of…
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4 Warning Signs of Pain in Pigs You Should Not Ignore
Pigs, like many prey animals, are remarkably skilled at hiding signs of pain. In the wild, showing weakness makes them…
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Go on a Safari Without Leaving Your House
Many people dream of going on an African safari. It’s an exotic, bucket-list trip of a lifetime. The average cost…
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Does Hypnotizing Chickens Really Work?
Hypnotism is a curious phenomenon whereby people or animals fall under a trance, become immobile, or can be moved around…
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How to Know If Your Fish Is Dying (and What to Do ASAP)
Fish are pets that are advertised as not needing much care. It is not until research is done that it…
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7 Snakes That Give Birth to Live Young (As Opposed to Eggs)
Many of us know snakes are ectothermic reptiles that regulate their body temperature behaviorally by using shade, burrows, warm rocks,…
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The Most Fascinating Facts About Frilled Sharks
Sharks have existed for longer than dinosaurs walked on Earth. Although modern-day sharks have evolved in appearance and behavior, there…
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The Most Dangerous Lion Attacks in History
Lions are among the deadliest apex predators in the world, having rightfully earned that famous moniker “King of the Jungle.”…
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Bobcat vs Lynx: How to Tell Them Apart
The bobcat is an iconic fixture in wilderness areas across America, characterized by its unusual ear tufts, fluffy cheeks, medium-sized…
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While these two spiders are technically cousins, there are many differences between a redback spider vs black widow spider. If…
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Hornet Nest Vs Wasp Nest: 4 Key Differences
When buzzing, stinging insects show up, most of us care more about staying out of their way than figuring out…
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7 Gift Ideas for National Pet Bird Day
National Pet Bird Day, observed annually on September 17th, was established in 2018 by the Bird Enjoyment and Advantage Koalition (BEAK) to…
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Do Snakes Get Depressed? Watch for These Signs in Your Pet
Snakes are often thought of as cool, solitary creatures. However, it turns out, not only do snakes experience emotions, such…
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The Most Likely Animal Encounters You’ll Have on the Camino de Santiago
The Camino de Santiago (or “Way of St. James”) has been traveled by pilgrims and tourists for at least 1,000…
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Common Warning Signs Your Dog May Be in Pain
When dogs are in pain, it is not always easy to tell. Some will tuck themselves into a corner or…
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Why Do Goats Scream?
Goats make a variety of strange sounds. From bleats and baas to high-pitched screams, each of their vocalizations has a…
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The Science of Rabbit Communication, From Nose Wiggling to Tail Wagging
Rabbits might seem cute and quiet to us, but they are constantly communicating. In fact, their complex language of body…
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Why Gardeners Use Ladybugs to Fight Aphid Infestations
As any serious gardener will tell you, aphids are pests to plants and can become serious thorns in the side…
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Discover The 10 Most Colorful Snakes in the World
No matter how you feel about snakes, it’s hard to deny their captivating beauty. Considering that there are over 3,900…
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4 Massive Snakes Big Enough to Swallow a Human Whole
Snakes are among the most fear-inducing animals on Earth. From small, harmless species to massive constrictors, they often trigger fear…
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Grizzly Bear Takes on a Whole Pack of Wolves
Get ready to witness a shocking clash between a grizzly bear and a pack of 10 wolves in this chilling…
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71-Year-Old Woman Fatally Mauled: Spotlight on Dog Attack Dangers
Walking to work isn’t something you would consider overly dangerous, but that wasn’t the case for a 71-year-old woman from…
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These Are the Biggest Eagles on the Planet
One of the largest birds of prey on Earth is the eagle, with over 60 species of this magnificent bird…
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The Annual Crab Migration That Stops Traffic on Christmas Island
Visit Christmas Island this fall to see one of the most incredible natural animal encounters of your life: the annual…
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Smells Chickens Hate and Why Farmers Use Them
All animals respond to scents differently. Where some enjoy wild herbs and spices, others find them repulsive. Even the smells…
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5 Telltale Signs Your Cat Is Depressed
When doctors first prescribed fluoxetine (Prozac) for my cat, I was floored. I had known there was something underlying going…
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Is Your Hedgehog Unhappy? Here’s How to Tell.
Recognizing when a hedgehog is unhappy is critical for their health, well-being, and longevity. These animals are solitary by nature,…
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Have You Ever Seen a Flower Fly Drink Nectar?
Macrophotography gives us the opportunity to appreciate just how amazing nature is, even though we rarely see it in such…
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Why Red Pandas Sometimes Tolerate Being Petted
There is something incredible going on in this Instagram post with footage captured in a zoo or wildlife sanctuary. It…
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The Brutal Survival Strategy of African Social Spiders
As far as nature is concerned, once you have raised your kids to be independent adults, there is little point…
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Why Crocodiles Are Faster in Water Than You Think
Crocodiles are fearsome creatures. Their wide jaws and sharp teeth, capable of biting through almost anything, are more than enough…
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How Remoras Benefit from Riding Sharks and Whales
Remoras, commonly known as suckerfish, are famous for their clingy behavior. As their name suggests, they often suction themselves onto…
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Why Is This Wolf Spider Wearing Its Babies?
Animal and insect parents have different ways of taking care of their babies. Kangaroos have a pouch for their babies,…
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How to Know If Your Goat Is Sick
Goats may look tough, climbing rocks and thriving in places where other livestock might falter, but beneath that hardy exterior,…
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Harris Hawks Band Together to Hunt for Prey
The Harris hawk is an amazing hunter with unique adaptations that make it one of the best hunters in the…
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5 Signs Your Guinea Pig Is Stressed Out
Guinea pigs may be small, but their emotions are anything but. They’re gentle little things that do best in calm,…
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The 10 Most Loved Animals in the World
Animals inspire all kinds of positive emotions in humans from curiosity to compassion to love. Today’s video showcases A-Z-Animal’s list…
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Could a Gorilla Beat a Lion in a Fight?
Lions and gorillas are both powerful predators in Africa, and a confrontation between them could realistically happen where their habitats…
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Penguins Show Remarkable Recognition Skills in Large Colonies
Penguins are extremely social animals that gather in hundreds or thousands at a time. Their sociability leads to some cute…
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The Key Differences Between Male and Female Chimps
Male and female chimpanzees differ in striking ways—not only in their physical build but also in how they organize their…
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Deer Rut Behavior in California: What to Expect This Season
Even though California has the biggest population and some of the biggest cities in the country, 97 percent of its…
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What Dog Parents Should Know About Cremation Services
When a dog is adopted, the furthest thing from a pet parent’s mind is cremation. As dogs provide companionship and…
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Wild Animals That Call the John Muir Trail Home
This iconic American trail takes hikers over 200 miles through some of California’s most beautiful and remote country. The John…
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How to Tell If Your Bird Is Lonely
Keeping a bird as a pet can be a fun, rewarding experience. Birds that are kept as pets are chosen…
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How New Smyrna Beach Lived Up to Its Shark Bite Capital Name in 2024
Not all shark bites are the same. Provoked bites occur when people handle, feed, or otherwise interact with a shark.…
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How Argentine Ants Built the Largest Colony on Earth
One wonders what would happen if humans collaborated like ants. While humans have strong individual streaks, ants seem to almost…
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Blind but Brilliant: 5 Animals Without Eyes and Their Surprising Senses
It should be known that not every animal has eyes. Most animal species (especially invertebrates like nematodes, annelids, flatworms, sponges,…
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Most Common Disease-Spreading Insects Found Around US Homes
Insects are a common culprit for the spread of disease. Unfortunately, these tiny pests live among us all, and avoiding…