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Cristina Ortiz

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.

Foxes know the secret to surviving in nearly any habitat

From Arctic snow to desert sands, foxes survive in the wild with cunning, agility and impressive adaptability. Read more about them here.

Brown bears in central Italy are becoming less aggressive

As Apennine brown bears learned to co-exist with humans in central Italy, they evolved to become smaller and less aggressive, according to a new DNA study.

Killer whales and dolphins hunt together in a rare alliance

Killer whales and dolphins have been observed hunting together, sharing prey and skills in a rare and remarkable display of inter-species cooperation.

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