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ANIMALS

Cordyceps in a human in HBO's 'The Last of Us.'

5 Fast Facts About Cordyceps, the Fungus from HBO's ‘The Last of Us’

In HBO’s new series ‘The Last of Us,’ Cordyceps fungus has infected humanity, turning those unlucky enough to become hosts into clicking, screaming, mushroomy monsters. Here’s what you need to know about the real fungus.

Erin McCarthy

These little cats aren't short on cuteness, that's for sure.

7 Short Facts About Munchkin Cats

Munchkin cats are often compared to dachshunds because of their unique size. Discover more facts about these adorable felines here.

Kirstin Fawcett

Drone captures rare moment moose sheds antlers in Canadian forest
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Drone Captures Rare Footage of a Moose Shedding Its Antlers

Moose shed their antlers each winter, but the event is seldom captured on video.

Michele Debczak



These gentle giants are famous for a good reason.

7 Impressive Facts About the Flemish Giant Rabbit

Flemish giant rabbits can weigh 15 pounds on average (but often get even larger). Here are other facts you should know about these special creatures.

Sonia Weiser


Cane toads: Australia's invasive amphibians.

10 Big Facts About Cane Toads

What is likely the world's largest cane toad—dubbed Toadzilla—weighed just shy of six pounds when it was found in Australia.

Mark Mancini


Bull terriers have a distinct look.

9 Facts About Bull Terriers

It’s impossible not to have fun when you’re hanging out with this goofy breed.

Rebecca OConnell


A red fox in Algonquin Provincial Park, Canada.

25 Fascinating Facts About Foxes

Despite being all around us, foxes are a bit of a mystery. Here's more about this elusive animal.

Joy Lanzendorfer
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