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Geckos Use Hidden Inner Ear "Sixth Sense" to Detect Vibrations - Neuroscience News

Researchers have discovered that geckos use their saccule, a part of the inner ear associated with balance, to detect low-frequency vibrations.

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Five Shocking Animal Hybrids That Truly Exist in Nature, From Narlugas to Grolar Bears to Coywolves

The now-famous “virgin” stingray Charlotte is not having hybrid babies, scientists say. But in nature, distinct species sometimes interbreed to produce surprising offspring.

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Why Mourning a Pet Can Be Harder Than Grieving for a Person

Disenfranchised grief refers to losses that society doesn’t fully appreciate or ignores. This makes it harder to mourn, at least in public.

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How to Tell if a Tick Head Is Still in Your Skin and How to Remove It | SELF

Ticks can carry tick-borne diseases like Lyme Disease, so it’s important to remove all parts of the tick if you get bit. Learn more about removing tick heads.

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21 Plants That Are Safe for Cats and Dogs

Ease your mind—and trips to the vet—with these perfectly pet-friendly plants.

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Summer Pet Guide: Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips | Pets Best

Ensure your pets stay safe this summer by learning the signs of heatstroke, dehydration and more with our essential summer pet safety tips.

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Vessel Strike Severely Wounds Right Whale Calf

One of the endangered North Atlantic right whales calves born this season has been found with serious injuries caused by a vessel’s propeller.

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When Squirrels Were One of America’s Most Popular Pets

Benjamin Franklin even wrote an ode to a fallen one.

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The 2023 Audubon Photography Awards: Winners and Honorable Mentions | Audubon

We pored through thousands of entries for this year’s contest. The best images show birds going about their business in the most glorious ways.

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Five Animals That Can Sense Things You Can’t

Which mammal can detect a human pregnancy?

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Finally, a High Seas Treaty to Protect the World’s Oceans

A new U.N. agreement aims to bring order and conservation to what has—up to now—been an ocean of mismanagement and neglect.

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Inside the World of Guide Dog Dropouts

In this highly competitive training, pup perfection is demanded—and not every student can make it to graduation. Here's what happens to the still very good boys who need a sudden ‘career change.’

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7 plants that repel mosquitoes and keep them out of your home | Tom's Guide

Are mosquitoes a common sight in your home? There are 7 plants that can help keep them at bay.

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Transform Your Yard Into an Owl Kingdom

Whooo doesn’t love owls?

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Veterinarian Karen Fine says we can learn a lot from pets : Shots - Health News : NPR

Karen Fine says "I feel like I learn from my patients all the time. ... They really have skills and senses that we don't." Her new memoir is The Other Family Doctor.

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Pet Spring Allergies Checklist | Trupanion Blog

How can you tell if your pet has allergies? Spring allergies are common in both dogs and cats, and there are signs every pet owner should check for.

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Sanctuary - The Atavist Magazine

The battle to own one of America's most famous elephants.

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Fungus Gnats: How to Stop Those Annoying Little Flies Taking Over All Your Houseplants

Are your houseplants attracting lots of small, annoying flies? They’re called fungus gnats—and this is how to get rid of them, for good.

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7 Essential Reads About Groundhog Day

Everything you ever wanted to know about one of North America’s weirdest traditions (and also the Bill Murray classic).

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Why Do Cats—and So Many Other Animals—Look Like They’re Wearing Socks?

The possibilities of pigmentation are endless.

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Ugly Cats and the Loneliness of Man

Lauren Collee reflects on the history of cats as companions and as subjects of internet memes....

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Transform Your Yard Into an Owl Kingdom

Whooo doesn’t love owls?

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The Surprisingly Strange History of Thanksgiving (and Other Turkey Day Trivia)

Dig into this collection of fascinating Thanksgiving reads while you’re waiting for dinner to cook.

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Crows Perform Yet Another Skill Once Thought Distinctively Human - Scientific American

Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.

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How to stop mass shootings

Jillian Peterson, PhD, talks about what drives most mass shooters, why thinking of mass shootings as suicides as well as homicides can suggest new ways to combat them, and what can be done in schools, workplaces, and elsewhere to make them less likely.

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The Hidden World of Cats: What Our Feline Friends Are Doing When We’re Not Looking

Most pet cats are free to roam, but where do they go and what do they get up to? We fitted six cats with GPS trackers and found out.

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Crows Are Self-Aware and 'Know What They Know,' Just Like Humans

Almost no other species has that kind of higher intelligence.

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Why Birds Changed Their Tune During the Pandemic - Atlas Obscura

We don't know if they'll ever sing their old songs again.

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Five Animals That Can Sense Things You Can’t

Which mammal can detect a human pregnancy?

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Visiting Mariah Carey’s Cat’s Grave: Reflections on Disenfranchised Grief ‹ Literary Hub

The grave I was looking for was in a quiet back corner of the cemetery, surrounded by trees. I was grateful for the shade—it was August in Westchester County, and the place was hot. Asphalt pathway…

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The Right Way to Pet a Dog, According to Veterinarians

Yes, that German shepherd is adorable, but there’s a specific protocol you should follow when approaching dogs you haven’t met before.

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Vaquita porpoise could survive … but only if illegal fishing stops immediately | Environment | The Guardian

DNA study finds rarest cetacean, only found in Gulf of California, has enough genetic diversity to recover – if gillnet ban is enforced

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What Our Feline Friends Really Think About Hugs, Happiness and Humans

They do what they want, all the time—and can teach us a lot about how to live in the present, be content and learn from our experience

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Why Cats Do the “Slow Blink” at Their Owners

Animal behaviorists explain.

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Can a Cat Have an Existential Crisis?

Treating my cat for depression caused me to question the state of anxiety in animals and us.

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Prickly Business: The Hedgehog Highway That Knits a Village Together

With their miniature ramps, stairs and holes cut into fences and stone walls, the gardens of Kirtlington in Oxfordshire are a haven for wildlife.

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A Zombie Gene Protects Elephants From Cancer

Elephants did not evolve to become huge animals until after they turned a bit of genetic junk into a unique defense against inevitable tumors.

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Pocket

Breaking down the skills required for dealing with 40 different creatures.

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How to regrow a wrecked coral reef - BBC Future

When Hurricane Iris hit southern Belize in 2001, the country's magnificent corals were wrecked. But within 10 years, a radical restoration project brought the reef back to life.

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The mystery of the world’s loneliest penguins | WIRED UK

King penguins have started popping up on Martillo Island in Argentina. Where they came from, and whether they will stay, is a mystery

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After Years of Caring for and find homes for Cats, Cancer Patient's Home In Danger Of Foreclosure

I have recently come into incredibly hard times.  I was diagnosed with … Cheryl Orlinsky needs your support for Cancer Patient's Home In Danger Of Foreclosure

I got one of my beloved pets from Cheryl

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Benefits of Pet Therapy for Seniors

The companionship of a pet can be an invaluable tool bringing purpose and engagement for people of all ages, and especially for seniors. Learn about the benefits of pet therapy for seniors.

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Pup In The Rye: Dogs Go Through 'Teenage Angst' Just Like Humans - Study Finds

Teenage angst is considered a rite of passage, at least among humans, but a new study finds that dogs tend to get pretty stand-offish during their "teenage" years as well.

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Seabird ‘cops’ spy on sneaky fishing vessels | Science | AAAS

Albatrosses with radar detectors find suspicious ships

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Restoring eucalyptus trees to secure a future for koalas

IFAW and Bangalow Koalas held a eucalyptus tree planting event to secure habitat for koalas.

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Bear, ifaw’s koala detection dog, deployed to locate animal survivors in the wake of NSW bushfires

Fresh thinking and bold action for animals, people and the place we call home.

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Plants 'Talk' To Each Other When A Threat Is Nearby, Study Finds

Researchers at Cornell University have discovered that plants can indeed communicate among each other to warn of nearby threats and pests.

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Turtle Power: Giant Tortoises Have Strong Memories, High Intelligence

A new study suggests that both the overall brain power and memory skills of giant tortoises have been greatly underestimated.

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Strep Throat Could be Linked to Eating Disorders

Common infections such as strep throat might have a mysterious link to anorexia and bulimia.

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Parenting Programs Aim to Reduce Girls' Suicide Rate

Mental health is not just an adult issue. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide rates have tripled over the last 15 years among girls 10 to 14 years of age in the United States. More detailed analyses of the data only paint

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Depressive Symptoms Lessened by Anti-Inflammatory Agents

Anti-inflammatory agents, such as aspirin/paracetamol, statins, and antibiotics, can safely and effectively curb the symptoms of major depression, finds a pooled analysis of the available evidence.

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New Research Shows Great apes Have Abstract Empathic Thinking Like Humans

Study shows they can anticipate others’ actions, an ability thought to be uniquely human. Tanya Loos reports.

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Owning a Dog (or a Pet!) Improves Heart Health

Researchers say that pet owners in general seem to be in better cardiovascular health, but dog owners were a cut above the rest.

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Dogs are Better at Communicating Emotions to Owners than Cats

A new study conducted in Denmark concludes that pet owners develop a special sensitivity to all dogs' and cats' whines, whimpers, barks, and meows.

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Grizzly Bears on Threatened List Again

Court reverses agency action that cited a rising population

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Stress Lessens from Just 10 Minutes of Time with Animals

Researchers from Washington State University have found objective, physiological evidence that just 10 minutes spent petting a cat or dog will lower stress levels.

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Some interesting info on biodiversity and why it matters to humans

Biodiversity is all the different kinds of life you’ll find in one area -- the variety of animals, plants, fungi, and even microorganisms like bacteria that make up our natural world.

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Study: Dogs Experience Profound Personality Changes As They Age - Study Finds

It's probably no surprise to their owners, but dogs, much like people, have distinct personalities (canine-alities?) that shift and change over time, according to a new study.

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People with depression, all treatment failed, until they adopted a pet

By Christian Jarrett. The companionship and responsibilities involved in looking after a pet may help combat depression.

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For these people with depression, all treatment approaches had failed, but then they adopted a pet … – Research Dige

By Christian Jarrett. The companionship and responsibilities involved in looking after a pet may help combat depression.

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Tackling plastic pollution in the Galápagos | Stories | WWF

Around the world, humans produce an estimated 1.3 billion tons of plastic waste per year, a number that is set to increase to 2.2 billion by 2025. In countries such as Ecuador that have limited garbage collection services, some of this plastic waste inevi

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#TurtleStrong Malibu Fire Relief

Susan Cain Tellem needs your help today! #TurtleStrong Malibu Fire Relief - Hello turtle friends from Susan and Marshall at American Tortoise Rescue. Our house and the turtle hospital in Malibu burned down Friday, November 10, during one of California’s

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Sunscreen, Clothing, And Other Coral Reef-Safe Alternatives

Harmful chemicals from sunscreen can leach into the ocean and damage coral. Here are some sun-blocking alternatives.

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Colleges Can Reduce Stress Among Students With Therapy Dogs - Study Finds

A recent study by the University of British Columbia shows that therapy dogs are an effective way to help bring much-needed relief to our often-stressed student bodies.

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Why Do Cats Meow at Humans? | Psychology Today

Have you ever seen your cat at meow at other cats? Probably not. But your cat meows at you, right? Sometimes non-stop? There's a reason for this.

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Butterfly Lands On Husky’s Nose, And She Has The Most Adorable Reaction

Everyone loves butterflies. They are beautiful, they’re graceful and many people associate them with being connected to lost loved ones.

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How do cats contribute to your health and well-being?

Cats are loved for their elegance, their calming purrs, and the sweetness of their cuddles, but do you know how they can actually improve your health?

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Dogs rush to help when owners cry, study suggests - CNN

Dogs will move faster to be with their owners, on average, if the owner is crying versus humming a tune, a small study finds.

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Survey: Pet Owners Happier, Wealthier, More Fit Than Non-Owners - Study Finds

If you think pets are the pits, you may not be living to your potential. A new survey finds that people who own pets are happier, earn more money, and exercise more frequently than those who don't.

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Historic Cat Photos on International Cat Day - The Atlantic

Fashions and technologies may change over time, but cats never go out of style.

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Liquid Cats That Take Shape of Their Containers

Once you realize all cats are actually liquid, you'll never see world the same way as before.

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Unique Brain Circuitry Might Explain Why Parrots Are So Smart

Their bird brains are not bird-brained

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Dogs Use 19 Referential Signals to Communicate With Humans

These are the gestures our pets use to tell us they want food, toys, and love.

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Without Bees, the Foods We Love Will Be Lost | NRDC

Bees, which pollinate crops like apples, blueberries, pumpkins, and watermelon, are facing huge challenges to their survival, such as the overuse of neonic pesticides.

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Dogs Understand Emotions Behind Human Facial Expressions, Get Stressed By Bad Moods - Study Finds

A new study finds that dogs can read the emotions tied to their owners' facial expressions, and a bad mood can cause their heart rates to spike.

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Adorable Cat Video!

This adorable cat video makes me smile every time I watch it:-)

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Monarchs: Poetry in Motion

It's hard to justly express the magnitude and majesty, the sheer scale of what this experience can be, literally millions of butterflies dancing around you.

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The Savitsky Cats: Super Trained Cats Perform Exciting Routine

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Dogs Use Various Gestures To Get What They Want From Us

New research shows the four requests most commonly used that result in dogs being satisfied are “Scratch me!”, “Give me food/drink”, “Open the door” and “Get my toy/bone.”

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Bee and Woman Become Best Friends After Garden Rescue

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Kangaroos High on Carrots Are Attacking Tourists

Addicted to sugar, the animals have been hitting and slashing at tourists who tease them with the surprisingly harmful snacks.

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Watch Butcher Politely Show Meat Cat Before Giving it a Free Sample

Even though his customer was a bit shorter than his average visitor, this butcher was unfazed by the furry visitor. In fact, he seemed delighted to share his knowledge of deli cuts with an interested customer.

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World Turtle Day!!

Meet Susan and Marshall as they take you on a trip through World Turtle Day® at American Tortoise Rescue. Learn more at www.worldturtleday.org

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Plastic Pollution Is Killing Coral Reefs, 4-Year Study Finds

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Plans For Exploration Of Oil And Gas Could Hurt Marine Life