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Giant Marlin: Meet this legend of the Open Sea

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Giant Marlin: Meet this legend of the Open Sea

The Giant Marlin reigns supreme in the ocean, showcasing unmatched strength, speed and beauty across tropical and subtropical waters.

How science explains the astonishing intelligence of Ravens

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How science explains the astonishing intelligence of Ravens

Ravens are intelligent, social and strategic birds. Science reveals their complex problem-solving, communication and social skills beyond ancient myths and folklore.

10 Animals who can eat poison and cheat death

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10 Animals who can eat poison and cheat death

Some animals survive toxins deadly to others. Discover how these nature’s fighters eat poison and survive against all odds.

These Golden Snub-Nosed Monkeys are nature’s golden gems swinging through forests

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These Golden Snub-Nosed Monkeys are nature’s golden gems swinging through forests

Discover Golden snub-nosed monkeys who have dazzling fur and rare blue faces. Know more about this animal's playful antics, social bonds and winter survival.

10 Mysterious creatures from ancient texts explained by science

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10 Mysterious creatures from ancient texts explained by science

Discover ten legendary creatures from ancient writings, paired with scientific explanations revealing real animals, natural phenomena and cultural stories.

Cane Toad: The Amphibian Whose Eggs Look Like Jewels

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Cane Toad: The Amphibian Whose Eggs Look Like Jewels

Cane toads appear ordinary, yet their breeding reveals stunning jewel-like egg strands. Beautiful but toxic, these shimmering chains highlight survival, invasion, and nature’s deceptive brilliance.

10 incredible animals that build their home underground

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10 incredible animals that build their home underground

Discover these amazing animals that dig, burrow and build tunnels underground. Explore their survival skills, habitats and vital roles in shaping ecosystems.

Groundhog vs. Gopher: Nature’s Underground Engineers

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Groundhog vs. Gopher: Nature’s Underground Engineers

Groundhog or gopher? Discover how to tell these burrowing mammals apart with their habits, diets and habitats. They may look similar but live very differently.

Black Heron: A bird that outsmarts fish every time, with this technique

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Black Heron: A bird that outsmarts fish every time, with this technique

Discover a unique shadow-hunting technique of Black herons also learn about their diet, habitat and extraordinary skills they use to survive in the wild.

Bowhead Whale: The longest-living mammal on Earth

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Bowhead Whale: The longest-living mammal on Earth

From breaking sea ice with massive heads to singing haunting underwater songs, the Bowhead Whales reveal secrets of survival in the world’s harshest oceans.

Malabar Gliding Frogs: Frogs that makes a foamy nest for its young ones

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Malabar Gliding Frogs: Frogs that makes a foamy nest for its young ones

Discover the fascinating world of the Malabar Gliding Frog, a tree-dwelling amphibian from India’s Western Ghats. They are known for gliding skills and foamy nests showcasing nature.

Beech Blight Aphids: The Boogie Woogie dancers of nature

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Beech Blight Aphids: The Boogie Woogie dancers of nature

Meet the Beech Blight Aphids, who are nature’s tiniest dancers swaying on beech leaves in rhythmic unison. These fluffy white insects, known as “Boogie-Woogie Aphids,” move together like a living wave.

Flannel Moth Caterpillar: This fuzzy creature hides venom beneath its silky coat

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Flannel Moth Caterpillar: This fuzzy creature hides venom beneath its silky coat

The flannel moth caterpillar appears soft and harmless, yet its fur hides a venomous sting. Scientists study it to understand evolutionary defensive chemistry.

From being immortal to having no brain: 10 mind-blowing facts about Jellyfish

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From being immortal to having no brain: 10 mind-blowing facts about Jellyfish

Dive into the mysterious world of jellyfish. These ancient, brainless and nearly immortal creatures continue to amaze scientists across the globe.

10 animals faster than a Cheetah you didn’t know about

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10 animals faster than a Cheetah you didn’t know about

These animals prove evolution rewards speed, agility and reflexes, leaving even the cheetah amazed in nature’s ultimate race.

Island icons: 8 critically endangered animals of Puerto Rico

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Island icons: 8 critically endangered animals of Puerto Rico

Explore Puerto Rico’s unique wildlife under threat, from forests to oceans, highlighting conservation efforts for these precious species.

Skate Fish vs. Stingray: Nature’s flat fish face-off

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Skate Fish vs. Stingray: Nature’s flat fish face-off

Discover the striking similarities and fascinating differences between skate fish and stingrays in this underwater flat fish showdown.

Water walking lizard: This lizard defies nature by running across water

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Water walking lizard: This lizard defies nature by running across water

Explore the science behind how basilisk lizard uses specialised adaptations to run on water, escape predators and survive in rainforest environments.

Half white, half wild: Meet the Piebald Elk

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Half white, half wild: Meet the Piebald Elk

Step into the wilderness to meet the elusive Piebald Elk, a rare genetic marvel with striking white patches across its dark coat.

Water Boatman: A Bug That Masters Every Stroke in Water

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Water Boatman: A Bug That Masters Every Stroke in Water

Meet the water boatman, a tiny freshwater bug that swims using oar-like legs. Discover its hidden skills and surprising importance in aquatic ecosystems.

Alien-like Telescopefish That Swallows Prey Whole

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Alien-like Telescopefish That Swallows Prey Whole

Discover the weird telescopefish, a deep-sea predator with alien eyes and a jaw that swallows prey whole. Explore its haunting feature and hidden role in the ocean’s darkest depths.

10 Most Colorful Moths That Are More Beautiful Than Butterflies

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10 Most Colorful Moths That Are More Beautiful Than Butterflies

Meet ten stunning moth species whose vibrant colours and enchanting wing patterns rival butterflies, proving the night holds breathtaking beauty too.

Endangered Axolotls Are Slowly Disappearing, Here's Why

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Endangered Axolotls Are Slowly Disappearing, Here's Why

Axolotls are Mexico’s iconic amphibians, who are vanishing fast due to habitat loss, pollution, invasive species and climate change. Conservation efforts aim to save them.

From Tiger to Swamp Deer: 10 Rare Animals to Spot at Kanha Tiger Reserve

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From Tiger to Swamp Deer: 10 Rare Animals to Spot at Kanha Tiger Reserve

From majestic tigers to iconic swamp deer, discover these rare wildlife treasures of Kanha Tiger Reserve, offering thrilling encounters in India’s flourishing wilderness.

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