ANIMAL BEHAVIOR

Apr 02 2026SCIENCE

Raccoons smartly crack puzzles, sperm struggles in space, and a lost Archimedes page reappears

Raccoons trash pandas are more than just pests rummaging through bins. Scientists at the University of British Columbia tested 20 captive raccoons with a clear box full of obstacles like latches and dials hiding a marshmallow prize. The team noticed something unexpected the raccoons didn’t just grab

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Nov 15 2025EDUCATION

Wildlife Adventure Right in Your Backyard: Eudora Safari

Ever thought you'd find a safari in South Carolina? Eudora Wildlife Safari Park is a unique spot where locals can get up close with animals from all over the globe. What started as a small farm has grown into a massive 250-acre drive-thru safari, offering a safe and exciting way to meet wildlife. T

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Nov 07 2025SCIENCE

Witnessing Life: A Rare Orca Birth in Norway's Arctic Waters

In the chilly waters off Norway's Skjervøy, a group of researchers had an extraordinary experience. They saw something very few people have ever witnessed: the birth of a baby orca. The water turned red with blood, and suddenly, a tiny head appeared. It was a newborn orca, and the whole pod of orcas

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Oct 21 2025SCIENCE

How Animals Keep Their Balance: A Look at Foot Control

Animals move around smoothly without making unnecessary adjustments, even when mistakes happen. Humans fix these errors by changing where they place their feet with each step. But what about other animals? Do they do the same? Scientists found that animals like flies, mice, and humans all use a mix

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Jul 06 2025SCIENCE

Seals' Secret to Deep Dives: Oxygen Over CO2

Ever wondered how seals can swim so deep and for so long without passing out? Scientists wanted to know too. They thought it had something to do with carbon dioxide (CO2) levels in the seals' bodies. After all, in humans, high CO2 levels trigger the urge to breathe. But seals don't seem to have this

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Jul 03 2025CRIME

A Tragic Encounter in Zambia's Wild Heart

In the vast and untamed landscapes of Zambia, a heartbreaking incident unfolded. Two women, one from the UK and the other from New Zealand, lost their lives in a national park. They were on a walking safari, a popular activity for tourists seeking to experience nature up close. The women, both in t

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Jun 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

Bears Break Free, Feast, and Nap: A Wildlife Park's Unusual Day

In a surprising turn of events, two young bears, Mish and Lucy, aged four, managed to slip out of their home at Wildwood Devon, a wildlife park in southwestern England. Their great escape happened on a Monday afternoon, leading to a brief but entertaining adventure. The bears didn't waste any time.

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Dec 09 2024SCIENCE

Monkeys and the Reverse Connectedness Illusion

Did you know that monkeys might see the world differently when it comes to counting? Scientists found out something fascinating. They showed monkeys two sets of objects—one where the items are connected, and one where they are not. Humans often underestimate the number of items when they're connecte

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