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Cristina Ortiz
Beavers know better. They saved the Czech government $1 million!
After a plan for building a dam stalled in the Czech Republic for seven years, beavers stepped in and did what beavers do, building the dam for free!
March 3, 2025
Secretary birds are expert snake killers
Secretary birds are elegant, beautiful creatures. But they are also fierce and a snake's worst nightmare! Find out more about these incredible creatures.
February 26, 2025
New fish species named for Princess Mononoke
A new fish species found in a Chinese fish market has distinctive cheek stripes, earning it the name of a character from the animated movie "Princess Mononoke."
February 17, 2025
Snow Moon images from around the globe here!
Enjoy these Snow Moon images from around the globe. The moment of full moon fell at 13:53 UTC or 7:53 a.m. CST on February 12.
February 13, 2025
Juvenile sea turtles might be active swimmers
Young sea turtles don't just live in the deep ocean, as previously thought. They appear to be active swimmers, not just drifting on currents.
February 13, 2025
Polar bears have unique ice-repelling fur
How do polar bears stay warm in the frigid Arctic? Scientists have found their greasy hair keeps ice from forming on their coats.
February 3, 2025
Hummingbirds snooze when energy is low
Some species of hummingbirds undertake long migrations. To save energy, they enter a state of hibernation called torpor. Read more about it here.
January 26, 2025
New species of giant sea bug named for Darth Vader
Are you a fan of Star Wars? If so, you will love this news! A recently discovered species of giant sea bug received Darth Vader's name! Find out why here.
January 18, 2025
Spiders can smell using their legs! The secret revealed
Spiders can smell using their legs. But, interestingly, young male spiders and females spiders don't possess this ability. Find out why, here.
January 17, 2025
Lunar occultation of Mars on January 13, 2025. Images here!
The full Wolf Moon passed in front of red Mars for some observers last night. Here are some great images of the lunar occultation of Mars.
January 14, 2025
