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Tahltan Bear Dogs — a Breed Living on the Brink of Extinction

The Tahltan people of northern British Columbia, Canada, were expert hunters, and their small Bear Dogs were their secret weapon. Sadly, these dogs may have become extinct.

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Ring-Tailed Cardinalfish (Ostorhinchus aureus, O. fleurieu) of the Eastern Hemisphere

There are two kinds of ring-tailed cardinalfish. One can be said to be born and die with a ringed tail. The other gets a ringed tail as a rite of passage into adulthood.

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Prehistoric Life

Dearcmhara shawcrossi: Shawcross's Marine Lizard of Skye, Scotland

Dearcmhara shawcrossi is Shawcross’s Marine Lizard whose fossil in Skye, Scotland, in 1959 elucidates fossil-poor Jurassic Earth of 170,000,000 years ago.

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Ravens and the Morrigan: Irish Goddess of War

A conspiracy of ravens is interwoven with the Morrigan mythology like a Celtic knot. But why are these birds so linked with Ireland's darkest deity?

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Rare Dogs in the United States

You are probably familiar with most of the dogs registered by the American Kennel Club. There are other dog breeds that you might not have heard about.

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What Kind of Dog is a Teddy Bear?

A teddy bear is a designer breed dog that resembles a teddy bear. Come take a look at our teddy bear puppy.

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I Hunt Wild Turkeys With a Camera

I'd heard we had wild turkeys around here, but did not see them until this year. They are wary and it was hard to get close enough to take good pictures.

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The Drama of Life in the Rock Pool

Rock pools are amongst the most fascinating ecosystems in nature. Exploring them reveals the beauty and fragility of these miniature worlds.

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Reptiles & Amphibians

Black Snakes in Virginia

Black snakes are very common in Virginia. There are three kinds of black snake found here. Lets explore the Northern Black Racer, Eastern Black Kingsnake, and Black Rat Snake.

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Nine Ways to Exercise a Dog

Do you have an overactive dog who needs exercise? Here's some great sports to keep you both happy.

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Ringtail Panda (Ailurus fulgens): Red Cat-Bears of Mountainous Southwest Asia

Red pandas always get second looks. They have cat-sized bodies, cub-like heads, raccoon-like ringtails, and squirrel-like ankles. Everybody loves meeting photogenic, red cat-bears!

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Old World Flamingos: Greater and Lesser

Learn about the only two species of flamingos that are indigenous to the "Old World" - The Greater and Lesser Flamingos.

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Fireflies in Our Backyard on a Summer Evening

It's magical to watch the fireflies (lightning bugs) flashing and glowing in our backyard on a warm summer evening. Do you know how fireflies light up? And do you know why?

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Make Your Own Suet Recipe

Use simple ingredients and save money by making your own bulk batches of suet for birds this winter.

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Did You Know You Can't Keep Wild Bird Feathers?

Many people aren't aware of laws concerning wildlife - I wasn't.

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Texas Wild Cats and Black Panthers

I just met someone who swears he sees black panthers around his house. I had to look that up since I’ve read that black panthers don’t exist. What is he seeing?

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Bird Watching in Bharatpur

A tiny town ensconced in remote India, Bhatapur garners International repute thanks to bird species that flock in thousands every year. Also known as Keoladeo after Shiv Temple.

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Gir National Park the Asiatic Lion's Last Strong Hold Is In India

Situated in Gir National Park in Junagarh District, the Asiatic Lion now only survives in India. The Asiatic Lion though in good number now, was once critically endangered.....

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