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The Truth Behind The Zonkey
The Zonkey is a hybrid animal created by cross-breeding a male zebra with a female donkey, while the reverse pairing…
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Mother Alligator Assists Hatchlings
Watch an amazing, heart-warming video that showcases a mother alligator who tends to a nest of eggs with baby gators…
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Odors That Birds Detest and Keep Them Away
Birds, often overlooked as pests, can pose serious health risks and cause expensive damage through infestations, nest-building, and waste that…
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Florida Otters Stand Their Ground Against Alligator
You might think river otters would be deathly afraid of alligators. After all, alligators do prey on otters. However, would…
Education
Free Feline Fun for Kids: A Cats Unit Plan for Kids
From the calm and cuddly Ragdoll to the easy-going American Shorthair to the fierce, energetic Bengal, cats are curious, clever…
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Why Owl Eyes Are Tubes and Not Balls Like Ours
Owls are some pretty fascinating creatures. They can move their heads 270 degrees and fly silently through the air. But…
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How to Tell a King Crab from a Snow Crab in Seconds
Opilio crabs and king crabs are often confused due to their similar habitats or use in cuisine, but there are…
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Pelicans With Horns? The Wild Way These Birds Attract Mates
Attracting a mate is essential if you are going to pass your genes down to the next generation. Many animal…
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The Animal Lover’s Guide to Key West
When you make your way to the “Southernmost point in the United States,” is easy to get wrapped up in…
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Great White Caught on North Carolina Shore Carries a Migration Message
It is not every day that someone catches a great white shark from shore. Anglers can go their whole lives…
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Why Geese Make Surprisingly Good Guard Animals
While most people think of dogs when it comes to guarding animals, geese are surprisingly effective protectors. Loud, alert, loyal,…
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Why Crocodile Sightings Are Increasing in Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Vallarta is among Mexico’s most beautiful coastal destinations. It easily attracts visitors to its golden sands lapped by the…
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Meet the Gobi Bear, the World’s Rarest and Loneliest Bear
There are currently over 9,760 species that are considered critically endangered. Of those, over 1,300 may be extinct, and nearly…
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Key Differences Between Coyotes and Dogs
How does the domestic dog and its distant cousin the coyote differ in terms of characteristics, behavior, and habitat? Today’s…
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Why Some Horses Are Built for Speed and Others for Strength
The speed of horses has been renowned since time immemorial. Some horses were so fast that they served as the…
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Can Horses Get PTSD? What Trauma Looks Like in Equines
Humans aren’t the only species to endure harsh traumas and develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In fact, these symptoms can…
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How Birds Use Ants for Pest Control
If you have never seen birds employing ants for pest control duties, you need to take a look at this…
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Identifying Differences Between Hawks and Eagles
Today’s video explores the differences between eagles and hawks such as their size, wingspan, strength, diet, sounds, habitat, and nesting…
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How Polar Bear Mothers Raise Cubs in the Harsh Arctic
In the remote, icy expanse of the Arctic, the survival of a species begins with a remarkable act of resilience…
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Alligator Snapping Turtle Uses Its ‘Mouth Worm’ to Catch Fish
The alligator snapping turtle in this clip has everything he needs to go fishing. The bait is a part of…
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It’s a Lonesome Life for an Arctic Fox
The hardy Arctic fox spends its winters hunting alone across the frigid landscape. But these little foxes mate for life,…
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Why Male Giraffes Drink Urine During Mating Season
Feeling thirsty? You might not want to ask a giraffe for a drink, or they could share the unusual beverage…
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How the Great Grey Owl Hunts Prey Beneath Deep Snow Without a Sound
The Great Grey Owl practices tireless hunting efforts. This has to do with the owl’s decision not to migrate, but…
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Meet the World’s Strangest Fish That Look Too Weird to Be Real
Our oceans, lakes, and rivers are teeming with life. Amongst the fish that swim in these waters are some very…
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8 Animals With Shockingly Long Tongues
Animals come in all different shapes and sizes and have evolved in diverse and unique ways. To adapt to the…
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These 14 Animal-Inspired Inventions Are Changing the World
When it comes to innovation, nature often gets there first. For millions of years, plants and animals have been adapting,…
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Meet the World’s Oldest Chicken Breed Still in Existence
Everyone has heard the joke, “Why did the chicken cross the road?” But did you ever wonder which chicken was…
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The Most Colorful Birds You Can Spot in the Galapagos Islands
Out in the Pacific Ocean, 620 miles off the coast of Ecuador, lies a chain of volcanic islands that harbor…
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How to Tell the Difference Between a Male vs. Female Ladybug
Ladybugs are famous for their black spots and red wings, but can you tell the difference between males and females?…
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Rabbit-Repelling Scents
Sure, rabbits are absolutely adorable creatures. So why did Mr. MacGregor get so fed up with Peter Rabbit? Because rabbits…
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Sharks’ Blood Detection Range
Contrary to popular belief, the idea that sharks can smell blood from miles away may be a myth worth busting.…
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14 Hilarious Animal Habits You Never Knew Had Names
Nature can be intense. Predators hunt prey, animals migrate across continents, and survival is a daily challenge. But sometimes nature…
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Rare Dumbo Octopus Spotted Near Underwater Volcano in California
Scientists remotely surveying a previously unexplored area of the ocean located 80 miles southwest of Monterey, California, witnessed a magical…
Dogs
Born to Run: 9 Dog Breeds with Unstoppable Prey Drives
Some dogs can’t resist the urge to chase, lunge, or bark at anything that moves; and that instinct is often…
Articles
How Lions Communicate Across Miles Using Their Powerful Roars
Lions who wander the expanse of the savannah need to keep in communication with each other when the pride is…
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Why the World Is Watching Two Orcas Suffer in Silence
Orcas can live nearly a century in the wild. They rule the oceans but are curious animals, especially when it…
Snake
Understanding Snake Dens: Facts, Myths, and Creepy Surprises
Snakes are known for being solitary reptiles, but they do not always hang solo. In colder climates, when winter temperatures…
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Discover the Beautiful Blue Birds You Can Spot in Rhode Island
Even though Rhode Island is the smallest state in the country, it has a lot of different habitats, from woods…
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Eight-Legged Lies: How Misinformation Warps Our View of Spiders
As a recovered arachnophobe, I am very familiar with many of the ridiculous spider myths. Spider myths can stem from…
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An Animal Rescue Changes Lives One Tail at a Time
Animal rescues play a crucial role in addressing the growing issue of pet homelessness and neglect. Across Chicago and beyond,…
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Rare Deep Sea Creature Discovered in the Pacific Ocean
Given how underexplored the Pacific Ocean is, it is not surprising that new species are being discovered every time a…
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Would You Eat a Rat to Save a Swamp?
Back in 1899, a harmful rodent called nutria was introduced to the U.S. through the fur trade. Since then, they…
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The Truth About Chicken Pecking Orders and Social Behavior
When someone tells you where you stand in a pecking order, they are allocating you a place in a hierarchy.…
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How Goats Digest the Indigestible
Goats have iron stomachs that can seemingly digest anything. Their stomachs are made up of four chambers, each with its…
Whales
When Giants Fly: The Mystery of Whale Breaching
A whale breaking through the surface of the ocean is a spectacular sight. This behavior, known as breaching, may in…
Capybara
When Rodents Ride Reptiles: Why Are Capybaras Riding Crocodiles Like Surfboards?
Capybaras are well-known for holding the title of world’s biggest rodents. Lesser-known qualities of these massive rodents include a gentle…
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Fascinating Wildlife of Africa
Africa, the second-largest continent on Earth, boasts diverse habitats from jungles to deserts, housing an amazing array of wildlife including…
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6 Animals With Signature Scents
Many animals use their scents as a form of communication. Whether it’s to mark their territory, attract a mate, or…
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Why Lobsters March in a Conga Line Across the Ocean Floor
This may look like a load of lobsters having a fun time dancing in a conga line, but what you…
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Why More People Are Turning to Cows for Comfort and Calm
Cows are adorable animals that can make anyone happy just by looking at them, but did you know they are…