GLISELLE MARIN: (Laughter) Oh, it is. ARI DANIEL, BYLINE: It's a dark spring night in Northern Belize. Gliselle Marin stands in the middle of a patchy forest, about a two-hour drive from where she grew up. (SOUNDBITE OF ZIPPER ZIPPING) DANIEL: She unzips her very special fanny pack. MARIN: Yeah,...

This scientist has a bat tat and earrings. She says there's a lot to learn from bats

According to the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), cross river gorillas, a subspecies of the western gorilla, are the world’s rarest gorilla species. WCS says there are only about 300 of them left in the wild, and humans very rarely see them. That’s why recent trail-cam footage of a whole troop of cross river gorillas, including several babies, is so exciting.

World’s Rarest Gorillas Spotted on Trail Cam (With Babies!)

Conservationists in Tanzania have been stunned by the sighting of a rare leopard at the Selous Game Reserve. A study published in the Ecology and Evolution journal detailed how camera traps were able to snap pictures of a strawberry leopard, which is also known as a red, pink, or golden leopard.

Trail cameras capture one-of-a-kind footage of incredibly rare feline species: 'This is the first documented record'

The onager foal has been running off energy while enjoying his new habitat, zookeepers said.

Zoo hails birth of 'one of world's rarest animals'

A fish species that hasn't been seen since the late 19th century was reintroduced to its habitat. According to Nature World News, the Atlantic sturgeon disappeared from its home in the Göta älv River in Sweden due to pollution and overfishing. The fish is now swimming in the river because of conservation efforts from the Swedish Anglers Association, the Museum of Natural History in Gothenburg, and several universities.

Fish species returns to river after vanishing over a century ago: 'This is a fantastic start'

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For most of us, visiting the zoo as a child brings up happy memories of adventures, melting ice cream, and childhood friends. Luckily, zoos aren’t just for kids; as a grown-up, you can go whenever you want — no need to wait for a school trip.

10 Best Zoos in the United States

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This site is supported by our readers. We may earn a commission, at no cost to you, if you purchase through links. South Carolina is home to a variety of woodpecker species, each with its unique characteristics. The most common woodpecker in the state is the red-bellied woodpecker, found in...

Woodpeckers of South Carolina: 8 Jaw-Dropping Species Revealed (2024)

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Anyone living in alligator or crocodile territory knows about the vicious speed of surprise attacks. Using caution around the water’s edge and protecting any pets becomes paramount. However, even when locals and visitors exercise caution, it doesn’t always help prevent attacks. And unlike attacks from other predators (like bears), there does not appear to be […]

Meet ‘Gustave’ — The World’s Most Dangerous Crocodile with 200+ Rumored Kills

Located at Fuente Nueva-3, this Early Pleistocene archaeological site hosts some of the oldest traces of human habitation in Western Europe. Researchers at the University of Malaga have revealed, in an unprecedented manner, that the Early Pleistocene archaeological site of Orce, often referred to as the ‘elephant graveyard’ due to the abundance of remains from the extinct elephant species Mammuthus meridionalis, actually concealed a natural trap in the form of quicksand.

1.4 Million-Year-Old Human Activity Unearthed at Orce’s Quicksand Trap

Sumatran orangutans are fascinating creatures that captivate the imagination. Found only on the Indonesian island of Sumatra, these great apes are known for their striking red fur and remarkable intelligence. Did you know Sumatran orangutans are critically endangered? With fewer than 14,000 individuals left in the wild, their survival is at risk due to habitat loss and illegal hunting. These gentle giants spend most of their lives in trees, using their long arms to swing from branch to branch. They have a varied diet, including fruits, leaves, and insects. Understanding these incredible animals can help us appreciate the urgent need for conservation efforts. Let's dive into 14 intriguing facts about Sumatran orangutans that highlight their unique characteristics and the challenges they face.

14 Facts About Sumatran Orangutan

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Geological graffiti shows how prehistoric people dealt with the Amazonian wilderness.

Rock Art Shows Early Humans In South America's Contact With New World's Animals

How scary would it be to walk through a massive tunnel, and notice its walls and ceiling are marked with deep scratches and gouges? I would be pretty scared. However, not if I learned that this enormous underground passage was not the work of humans, but ancient giant sloths. Yup, sloths. Pretty cool, right? These vast tunnels, which were entirely made by prehistoric sloth creatures, can be found in South America. So, let’s learn a little bit more about these tunnels made by sloths.

These Huge Tunnels In South America Were Entirely Made by Sloths

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

“If anyone wants to know what elephants are like,” Pierre Corneille once explained, “they are like people only more so.” It was a prescient observation for a man who lived in the 1600s, as over the centuries, researchers have learned that elephants, in many ways, are just like us. They mourn their dead, cry tears […]

Elephant Lifespan: How Long Do Elephants Live?

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To increase the genetic diversity of an island population of grizzly bears , Wyoming and Montana wildlife managers recently worked together to import fresh bloodlines into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Two Montana grizzly bears trucked to Wyoming to bolster genetic diversity, help states’ delisting case

Mexico is the southernmost country in North America. The nation comprises 31 states and covers more than 760,000 square miles. Mexico provides a convenient land bridge from the United States to Central and South America, making it useful for travel and trade. According to the United States Department of State, the country is the top foreign destination […]

Are There Alligators or Crocodiles in Any Parts of Mexico?

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

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What do you think of when you think about ancient Egyptian mummies? Perhaps your mind takes you back to a school trip to the museum, when you came face to face with a mummified person inside a glass case. Or maybe you think of mummies as depicted by Hollywood, the emerging zombie-like from their sandy tombs with dirtied bandages billowing in the breeze.

How the last meal of a 3,000-year-old Egyptian crocodile was brought back to life using modern science

Let's check in now on a decadeslong environmental effort focused on a creature that sounds honestly like a nightmare. MARC GADEN: A tooth-filled mouth, about 100 teeth - The mouth is a suction cup on the end of a snake. HUANG: He's talking about sea lampreys. GADEN: The teeth anchor...

'Like something out of a horror movie': Scientists tackle invasive sea lampreys in the Great Lakes

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

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This Belizean scientist wants to protect her country's forests — with the help of bats

On a dark night in northern Belize in early May, Gliselle Marin stands in the middle of a patchy forest in the Lamanai Archaeological Reserve, about...

This Belizean scientist wants to protect her country's forests — with the help of bats

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