Animals

The critters that teach us what it means to be human.

Animals
Upside-down jellyfish lob tiny grenades to kill prey
This mucus packs a punch.
Kate BaggaleyFebruary 14, 2020

Animals
Meet the Azawakh, the latest breed to enter the Westminster Dog Show
Get to know the smart, loyal, and graceful ancient breed.
By Sara Kiley Watson
Science
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From government mind control to an elephant on LSD.
PopSci Staff
Animals
Releasing a caught fish isn’t as simple as tossing it overboard
For a better chance of survival, use these techniques.
By Capt. Spud Woodward/Sportfishing Mag

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Animals
This frog’s signature chirp can be heavenly or hellish
Eleanor Cummins
Animals
The race to save the most elusive ferret in the U.S.
By Elizabeth Miller/Undark
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Four whistles and instruments you can use to call wildlife
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Kat Eschner

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