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Cristina Ortiz
This amazing hummingbird chick looks like a caterpillar
Hummingbirds might be small, but they can have strong defense mechanisms. One hummingbird species is born with feathers resembling dangerous caterpillar hair.
March 31, 2025
Amazing iguanas conquered Fiji after a 5,000-mile journey
Iguanas are incredible reptiles that can live without food or water for long periods of time. They rafted 5,000 miles from North America to Fiji and Tonga.
March 24, 2025
A rare and elusive frog found again after 130 years
A frog was found again after 130 years! Learn how a the team of scientists finally found one of the rarest and most elusive amphibians.
March 17, 2025
Total lunar eclipse. Astonishing images here!
A total lunar eclipse was visible for many skywatchers around the world yesterday night. Did you see it? Here are some amazing images for you to enjoy.
March 14, 2025
Australian lyrebirds have a hidden skill for farming
Lyrebirds farm the microhabitat around them to attract small invertebrates. Once the prey grows large enough, these birds feast on them!
March 10, 2025
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
