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Cristina Ortiz

The Winter Triangle stands out in the night sky

The Winter Triangle is a distinct pattern of stars in the night sky formed by 3 of the brightest stars: Sirius, Betelgeuse and Procyon.

Spectacular total lunar eclipse images from March 2-3, 2026

A total lunar eclipse lit up the sky this morning. See the stunning Blood Moon in all its glory in this photos from EarthSky's global community!

Are elephant whiskers key to their sense of touch?

Elephant whiskers reveal how giants with thick skin and poor eyesight can sense touch with astonishing delicacy, precision and subtle awareness.

The gliding possum is a nocturnal acrobat of the forest

The gliding possum darts through the night, soaring up to 165 feet with its young in its pouch. This tiny acrobat rules the treetops.

These caterpillars hear through hair, scientists discover

Scientists discovered that caterpillars hear airborne sounds using tiny body hairs. This discovery can offer insights for advanced sound technology.

Wintery full Snow Moon images for February 2026

The full Snow moon flooded February skies with winter glow. See breathtaking images captured by our incredible photographers around the world.

Jacana birds: Walking on water, breaking the rules

Jacana birds glide effortlessly across wetlands, defying both physics and nature's common gender roles. Discover this amazing creature here.

Tiger shark mating site identified off Maui

Researchers have identified a tiger shark mating site off Maui. Their study reveals a predictable gathering pattern among the sharks for mating.
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Severe geomagnetic storm! What happened to the auroras?

A powerful blast from the sun triggered a severe geomagnetic storm on the night of January 19, but the auroras weren't as dazzling as hoped. Here's why.

The elephant shrew is a long-snouted speedster

The elephant shrew is a small but clever creature. It survives using speed, memory and keen senses in a world where predators lurk at every turn.