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The wheel spider has one of the coolest ways of escaping predators: rolling away. Read here about why and how they do this.

Every creature, no matter how small or obscure, deserves a moment in the spotlight. This notion is what initially inspired National Geographic Explorer and photographer Joel Sartore to launch the ...

Velvet worms may have poor eyesight and be slow-moving, but that does not stop them from hunting prey accurately.

Brazil is responsible for 25% of the world's beef production and is now home to the world's most expensive cows.

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A study tracking 45,000 dogs across the United States has uncovered some surprising habits that separate dogs who thrive in ...

Your cat's summer behavior seems random until you look at the science behind it. From floor sprawls to sudden solo retreats, ...

Discover the threats that are driving orangutans toward extinction, and learn how conservation efforts can help protect them.

Discover how goats, sheep, donkeys, and other grazing animals help keep Chicago's O'Hare Airport safe by managing vegetation ...

The nine-banded armadillo is able to jump around four feet in the air, but do you know why? Read here to learn more.

Thousands of lost or abandoned fishing aggregation devices are threatening coral reefs and marine life around the world.