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Tiny, Spiny Mammal Finds Interesting Ways to Stay Cool in the Heat

Tiny, Spiny Mammal Finds Interesting Ways to Stay Cool in the Heat

The echidna, one of only two egg-laying mammals, has a lower body temperature than most mammals. Researchers in Australia decided to set up a thermal camera to learn how it...

Tiny, Spiny Mammal Finds Interesting Ways to Stay Cool in the Heat

The echidna, one of only two egg-laying mammals, has a lower body temperature than most mammals. Researchers in Australia decided to set up a thermal camera to learn how it...

Did You Know That Apes Have Never Asked A Question?

Did You Know That Apes Have Never Asked A Question?

Apes have been taught to communicate extensively in sign language, but they've yet to ask a single question.

Did You Know That Apes Have Never Asked A Question?

Apes have been taught to communicate extensively in sign language, but they've yet to ask a single question.

Friendly Otter Befriends Curious Beagle In Adorable Evening Ritual

Friendly Otter Befriends Curious Beagle In Adorable Evening Ritual

The river otter comes up to the fence every night to meet with Rio the beagle mix.

Friendly Otter Befriends Curious Beagle In Adorable Evening Ritual

The river otter comes up to the fence every night to meet with Rio the beagle mix.

Which Big Cat is Really the Biggest of the Jungle?

Which Big Cat is Really the Biggest of the Jungle?

In captivity, however, ligers are considered the largest cat on the planet.

Which Big Cat is Really the Biggest of the Jungle?

In captivity, however, ligers are considered the largest cat on the planet.

Hand Washing Laundry Releases Substantially Fewer Microplastics Than Machine Washing, Study Finds

Hand Washing Laundry Releases Substantially Fewer Microplastics Than Machine Washing, Study Finds

Doing the laundry can release microplastics into the environment. While can switch up your washing machine routine to minimize this, a new study finds hand washing helps, too.

Hand Washing Laundry Releases Substantially Fewer Microplastics Than Machine Washing, Study Finds

Doing the laundry can release microplastics into the environment. While can switch up your washing machine routine to minimize this, a new study finds hand washing helps, too.

How The "Trap Neuter Return" Method Saves Stray Cats Around The World

How The "Trap Neuter Return" Method Saves Stray Cats Around The World

TNR is a proven method to manage stary cat populations, but it's often misunderstood.

How The "Trap Neuter Return" Method Saves Stray Cats Around The World

TNR is a proven method to manage stary cat populations, but it's often misunderstood.