Scientists were surprised to learn in a recent study that snakes get calmed during stress in the same way humans do.
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Elephant’s Self-Taught Trick Amazes Researchers
An elephant at a German zoo has become the subject of a scientific study because of her special skill.
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Lizards exposed to noise pollution from low-flying fighter jets have resorted to stress-eating.
Lawsuit Seeks to Save Critically Endangered Vaquita Dolphin
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Alarming Manatee Deaths Prompt Calls for Endangered Status
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Octopuses Full-On Fight with Neighbors: Caught on Tape
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Pet Food Contaminated with Toxic PFAS Chemicals from Packaging
The family pet is likely being exposed to toxic PFAS “forever” chemicals every day from the packaging used for pet food.
Lion Stays by Wife’s Side Until the End
A testament of true love in the animal kingdom.
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High Levels of Toxic PFAS Chemicals Giving Alligators Lupus: Study
A new scientific study has found that high levels of toxic PFAS discharged from an industrial plant has contaminated the water and is the likely culprit for making alligators sick with autoimmune disorders that appear similar to human diseases like lupus.
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