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Cristina Ortiz
Snow monkeys bathing in hot springs get health benefits
Snow monkeys stay warm in hot spring baths. These baths also affect their parasites and gut microbes. It's a cozy way to get a health benefit!
March 23, 2026
NASA helps giant tortoises return to a Galápagos island
Giant tortoises return to Floreana Island in the Galápagos. NASA satellites are guiding their release and helping revive the island’s wild ecosystem.
March 13, 2026
Queen bumblebees can survive a week underwater
We knew queen bumblebees were mighty. Each queen that survives winter founds a new colony in spring. Now we know they can survive underwater for over a week!
March 12, 2026
Why do female caribou have antlers unlike other female deer?
A new study says female caribou chew shed antlers to get essential minerals, helping feed their calves and gradually enriching the Arctic ecosystem.
March 5, 2026
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.
March 4, 2026
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!
March 3, 2026
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.
February 23, 2026
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.
February 16, 2026
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.
February 9, 2026
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.
February 3, 2026
