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NATURE
A new study suggests that some sharks do sleep, even though they appear to be wide-awake when they're catching up on theirs Zs.
Ospreys were once threatened by hunting and pesticides, but these birds of prey made a dramatic comeback.
Rare succulents native to California and South Africa are being poached to meet soaring demand from houseplant collectors.
Soon, patients in Canada will have a good reason to make spending more time in national parks part of their regular health routine.
Fans of '90s alternative music may recall King Missile's big single, "Detachable Penis." While the song may have been silly, it turns out than in the animal world, the idea isn't all that bizarre—at least not to the sea slug Chromodoris reticulata.
AllTrails's database of hiking and biking trails makes exploring the great outdoors feel much less intimidating.
If you're worried that a bat is looking to swoop down at any given moment and suck down a few pints of your precious blood, we've got really great news for you.
Cats on catnip can be quite fun to watch. Can dogs get in on the action? Yes, but it probably won’t be as entertaining.
Despite being the most venomous snake in the world, the inland taipan isn't necessarily the deadliest.
These are the national parks where a fun vacation is most likely to turn into an emergency situation.
The talented lyrebird can mimic almost any sound it's exposed to, including those of cameras, chainsaws, and car alarms.
Measuring nearly a foot wide and weighing more than a third of a pound, the Goliath bird-eating spider is the largest spider in the world.
Viewing the northern lights in a 4K video isn't quite as impressive as seeing them in person, but it is much more convenient.
What do chipmunks eat? Baby birds, occasionally. Do chipmunks hibernate? Yes, but not like bears do.
Many common yard weeds—from purslane to dandelion—are perfectly edible, if you know how to identify and prepare them.
The first thing you notice about giant African land snails is that they're ginormous. The second thing is that they're not limited to Africa.
According to 'The Old Farmer’s Almanac,' below-average temperatures will descend upon most of the U.S. for the 2021-2022 winter season.
For less than $50, Highland Titles will sell you a single square foot of Scottish land—making you an official lord or lady.
Whether they're into tarot cards or 'Hocus Pocus' merchandise, these gifts will help the witch in your life embrace their magical side.
Many of Australia’s koalas have chlamydia, which is making it extra difficult for them to keep their population numbers up.
How many ice ages have there been so far? The same number of ‘Ice Age’ movies that have been released. (Five.)